Rad dude wipes out wheel bite, changes longboarding
The inventor of a device that, when fitted to wheels on skateboards, solves many problems skateboarders have, is seeking financial backing to go into production.
Academics
Is this fetus learning language in the womb?
Some new research suggests that fetuses may form some memories about language, a finding that could have implications when it comes to dyslexia and other language-learning deficiencies.
‘I ♥ boobies’ bracelet decision goes the other way
An Indiana district court rejects a Third Circuit ruling and says schools can ban the popular breast cancer awareness bracelet without violating students' First Amendment rights.
What many Md. teachers think of the Common Core
The Md. State Dept. of Ed. produced a video, ostensibly focused on the start of the school year, but in reality, it looks at the Common Core, the biggest news this year in education.
Wide range of colleges accept the Common Application
Many high school seniors need to know about the Common Application, which streamlines the application process for about 500 colleges and universities.
Cursory glance at young reader app 'Learn with Homer'
A "learn to read" app is evaluated in the NY Times. We agree with their findings that Learn with Homer is engaging and can help very young children develop good reading skills.
New push on social media in Howard County
Social media gets a new push from Howard County school officials, and students (and their parents and teachers) are being told to use social media responsibly.
Quick test for concussions can be given on field
A newly developed, low-tech test for concussions may make diagnosing concussions easier on the sidelines during collision sports like football and boys' lacrosse.
Favorite music turns teens into bad drivers
Music that you like listening to may distract you while driving and cause you to make more errors on the road than you would if no music were playing, a new study suggests.
Empathy & friendship are innate, human qualities
New research provides some insight into why humans feel empathy and need friendship: it's because we define ourselves in terms of those close to us.