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School policies under scrutiny as federal review questions fairness in girls' sports and facilities

June 25, 2026

Federal officials have launched an examination into how three large Maryland school districts handle students’ access to gender-separated programs and spaces. The investigation centers on whether local policies follow rules meant to protect girls’ participation in school sports and safe access to lo

opinion

Teachers Get a Roof Over Their Heads in Battle Creek

June 25, 2026

Battle Creek, Michigan, is trying a new trick to fill empty early childhood teaching spots: free housing. The city’s "First Teacher, First Home" plan offers rent-free apartments to educators, copying an idea that worked in New Haven, Connecticut. The move targets one of the biggest headaches for tea

opinion

Why We Should Celebrate Big Success Instead of Punishing It

June 25, 2026

People often forget that billionaires got rich by solving problems, not creating them. Elon Musk didn’t cause homelessness or failing schools—those issues existed long before his companies became successful. Yet some now argue that because he has money, he must fix those problems right away. That id

business

Power Play in Africa: How a Solar Startup is Lighting Up Rural Homes

June 25, 2026

A company lighting up remote villages in Africa just got a major cash boost. WeLight, already the continent’s top solar mini-grid provider, recently sold a stake to the International Finance Corp. to fund its push into Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The move comes after raising €27 mi

health

How Lifestyle Choices Shape Our Mouth's Tiny World

June 25, 2026

Our mouths aren't just for talking and eating—they host hundreds of different bacteria, forming what scientists call the oral microbiome. This invisible ecosystem plays a big role in our health, but we still don’t know much about how it varies between groups. Researchers decided to compare the oral

health

New Plans to Boost Research Among Nurses and Healthcare Workers

June 25, 2026

Three major plans have been introduced recently to help nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals do more research. Studies show that when healthcare workers lead research, patients get better care, staff feel more engaged, and organizations save money. But many good research ideas never rea

politics

What Andy Burnham could mean for UK’s tech scene

June 25, 2026

The sudden exit of the UK prime minister has left the country’s crypto industry in a cautious holding pattern. While the government banned political donations in crypto last year—worried about foreign money slipping into campaigns unseen—no one knows yet if the next leader will keep that rule. Andy

politics

Law Enforcement and Catholic Groups Raise Alarm Over Crypto Bill

June 25, 2026

Law enforcement agencies and Catholic organizations recently sent warnings to the U. S. government about a bill that could weaken efforts to fight financial crime, particularly involving cryptocurrency. A coalition of four law enforcement groups—representing over 70, 000 police officers, prosecutors

crypto

Digital Money Takes a Hit as Big Tech Stocks Stumble

June 25, 2026

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin slid lower this week, dragged down by a broader retreat in tech shares tied to semiconductors and AI. Bitcoin dropped to its weakest level since early 2023, briefly slipping under $60, 000 before clawing back to around $60, 700. That pullback was

health

Life in Martinique shows how people with schizophrenia rebuild their lives

June 25, 2026

Martinique’s mix of cultures shapes how residents with schizophrenia recover. Researchers spoke with 15 locals to understand their journeys. Three big themes stood out: personal effort, changing how they see their illness, and finding a new identity. None of the earlier studies on recovery came from