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Virginia School Board Shifts Toward New Governor

July 14, 2026

A new governor has tipped the balance on Virginia’s education board by appointing her fifth member, giving her a 5‑to‑4 majority over the appointees of the former administration. The board, which sets rules for public schools across the state, now has a different mix of voices that could influenc

business

Big Summer Internship Boosts Future Engineers

July 12, 2026

The summer of 2026 saw a record number of students stepping into the world of civil engineering. Sixteen bright minds from six universities and a high school joined a Nebraska‑based firm that has been shaping the Midwest’s infrastructure for six decades. The program, now in its eleventh year, is mor

education

Texas teens will soon learn money skills in school. Will it make a difference?

June 29, 2026

Starting this fall, Texas high school freshmen must take a personal finance class to graduate—a first for the state. The move follows years of debate over whether schools should teach money management, a skill many adults still struggle with. Research shows American adults often misunderstand basic

science

Space Shuttle Endeavour Finally Stages Its Grand Entrance in Los Angeles

June 26, 2026

The California Science Center had a bold plan nearly thirty years ago: bring a real space shuttle to the City of Angels. The idea was part of a three‑step strategy, and it came true when Endeavour was revealed in its launch form at the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. The event drew a crowd of re

politics

Border Rules: What the Court Really Means

June 26, 2026

The Supreme Court has made a decision that changes how asylum claims are handled. It says that if someone stops before crossing the U. S. border, they do not have to be offered asylum protection. The ruling was written by Justice Samuel Alito and focuses on the legal definition of “arriving. ” Ac

politics

Why the Supreme Court’s TPS Ruling Hurts Longtime Immigrants

June 26, 2026

The Supreme Court recently made a decision that could uproot thousands of people who have lived in the U. S. for years under the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program. The program was created to protect immigrants from countries facing war, disasters, or other dangerous conditions. For example, L

politics

Schools vs. Speech: A New Debate on Classroom Voice

June 24, 2026

Public schools are a mix of cultures, beliefs, and ideas. Every student brings their own background to the classroom. The big question is how these schools can stay welcoming for everyone, no matter what they believe. A recent suggestion from Justice Samuel Alito has people talking again about a 19

politics

Trump’s Unexpected Lessons on Politics and Pride

June 15, 2026

Donald Trump has taught me that pride can be a double‑edged sword. He uses words to rally people, yet his language often shows how unclear speech can mislead and divide. When he attacks movements that fight racism, class bias, or ableism, it reminds me how vital diversity and fairness are in s

entertainment

Famous faces lost in the skies

June 15, 2026

Flying used to be the glamorous way to travel. Today, news of plane troubles makes many rethink booking tickets. Yet experts say crashes are rare compared to how many flights take off daily. Still, the idea of danger lingers. Social media often brings back memories of stars who never made it home fr

science

Smilodon Farewell: The Tar Pits Get a Big Make‑over

June 6, 2026

The back rooms of the La Brea Tar Pits are now a maze of packing crates. Each crate has a handwritten note that says things like “bison skulls” or “camel hip. ” All bones, even the smallest dire wolf rib, are wrapped in foam and boxed. The museum will close on July 6 for a huge renovation. It wil