Students feel the burden of Israel-Hamas war
It can be difficult to talk with students about the Israel-Hamas war. It should be. Here are a few thoughts.
Social Studies
Why we procrastinate & how to snap out of it
According to some mathematical models developed by a computational scientist, you can train yourself not to procrastinate.
Okla. supt.: Public schools must teach the Bible
As a historical document that has contributed significantly to the Constitution and the birth of the US, the Bible will be taught in Okla. public schools.
Rare confluence of 2 cicada broods hits Illinois
Cicadas make a lot of noise but pose no general threats to other animals or the environment. The lifecycle that spans years has evolved.
SCOTUS keeps guns away from domestic abusers
The Supreme Court says the government may restrict the right of suspected domestic abusers to own firearms.
Fake news fears lead us to doubt real news sources
Although efforts to increase awareness of "fake news" help people recognize it, those efforts have also caused them to distrust real news.
Student Suggests a Teen Vaping Solution Path
Teen vaping is getting worse, posing health risks to young people. Schools are trying to stop it, some more effectively than others.
Biden Seeks Different Remedy for Student Loans
A student loan forgiveness program launched by President Biden last fall is unconstitutional, according to the Supreme Court.
Affirmative Action Banned in College Admissions
The Supreme Court ruled that using affirmative action in college admissions decisions is unconstitutional; policy shifts will follow.
Students Sometimes Oppose Stricter Gun Control
Some students favor stricter gun control laws in the wake of an increase in school shootings; others are opposed.