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childcare

A Daycare Worker's Disturbing Actions Raise Questions

January 17, 2026

A young daycare worker in Minnesota has been arrested for a shocking incident that left one child dead and another injured. Theah Russell, just 18 years old, allegedly suffocated two infants at the Rocking Horse Ranch childcare center in Savage. The disturbing part? She reportedly did this to get at

finance

Market Moves: Big Wins and Losses in the World of Stocks

January 5, 2026

The stock market had a wild ride recently, with some companies seeing huge gains while others took a big hit. Let's break it down. Zenas BioPharma, a biotech company, saw its stock drop by more than half after their new drug showed promise in trials. The drug, obexelimab, is meant to treat a rare d

education

Chicago's Head Start: A Temporary Reprieve

October 29, 2025

In the Chicago area, Head Start programs are safe for now, but the future is uncertain. The federal government shutdown could hit hard if it continues. Nationwide, 65, 000 kids and their families might lose access to early education and childcare. But in Chicago, the impact won't be felt right away.

politics

Childcare: A Key to Wisconsin's Future

March 25, 2025

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers visited Chippewa Falls to gather insights from locals and business owners about childcare. The main goal was to figure out how to make childcare more affordable and easier to access. Evers was accompanied by Jeff Pertl, the Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Child

sports

How Unrivaled is Changing the Game for Women's Basketball

March 14, 2025

In the world of women's basketball, a new league called Unrivaled has emerged, shaking things up. It all started with a casual meeting between Breanna Stewart, a star player for the New York Liberty, and Alex Bazzell, husband of Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier. Bazzell pitched an idea to Stewar

health

Crunching Numbers: Can Surgical Residents Afford Childcare?

March 14, 2025

Surgical residents are known for their long hours and intense workloads. But did you know that about 28. 6% of them are also parents or soon-to-be parents? This raises a big question: how do they manage the costs of childcare on a resident's salary? First, let's talk about the money. Sur

science

The Impact of Childcare Leave Choices and the Gender Pay Gap

January 15, 2025

When mothers have children, their work prospects can change, which affects their pay and highlights gender inequalities. In Finland, mothers can choose how long to take childcare leave, with varying financial benefits. A study used Finnish data and workplace comparisons to see how this choice impact

health

Preschool Providers' Mental Health in Kuala Lumpur: A Closer Look

January 10, 2025

Imagine the pressure of caring for little ones all day, every day. For preschool care providers in Kuala Lumpur, the job can be challenging, to say the least. This cross-sectional study dug into the psychosocial factors that might affect their mental health. It's important because stress in caregive

health

Checking Out Iran's Health Data System: Kids' Care Data in Focus

November 18, 2024

Health data systems are super important for giving people good healthcare. But sometimes, they're hard to use and people don't like them. So, researchers in Iran wanted to find out why many users struggle with their national health system, especially when it comes to recording childcare data. They d

politics

Suburban Life: Congress Crafts a Helping Hand

October 8, 2024

Life in the suburbs isn't always easy. Costs can be high, and safety concerns are real. Seeing these challenges, Congress is taking action to lend a hand. Some lawmakers want to make it simpler for families to save up for job training. Others are focused on tackling the dangerous fentanyl trade. The