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A Fresh Start: How a Leader Found Faith Again

June 16, 2026

JD Vance, now serving as Vice President, has just released a book that tells the story of his spiritual journey. The memoir, titled “Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, ” was published on June 16. It focuses on how Vance moved from a Protestant upbringing, through a period of atheism, and ultim

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New Chapter at Georgia Tech: A Leader’s Move to the Aspen Institute

June 16, 2026

Georgia Tech, a top public university known for its engineering excellence, will soon welcome new leadership. The change comes after seven years of stewardship by President Angel Cabrera, who has decided to take on a new role. Cabrera will head the Aspen Institute, a nonprofit based in Washington

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Sunny Skies Ahead for Jersey High School Graduations

June 16, 2026

A handful of rainy days are on the radar, but they won’t ruin the start of graduation season in North Jersey. From June 17 to 19, chances of showers hover between 40% and 60%, a window when many schools schedule their ceremonies. The expected rain will be brief and light, so the likelihood of it dis

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Classroom Games Turn Science Fun

June 16, 2026

A middle school teacher in Korea has turned his lesson plans into three new board games that are now for sale. The titles—15 Degrees, Condensation Game, and Chemi‑Artist—were first tested in his own science class before being offered to other teachers. The games were created because the teacher f

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Community Safety Efforts Get a Fresh Start in Iowa Quad‑Cities

June 16, 2026

In the heart of Iowa’s Quad‑Cities, local leaders are revamping their approach to keeping residents safe. Instead of relying on old methods, they’re introducing new programs that focus on prevention and community involvement. The first step is to bring together schools, police departments, and neig

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White House UFC Showdown: Stars Miss the Party

June 16, 2026

President Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a UFC fight on the White House lawn, inviting 4, 300 guests including service members and celebrities. The event featured 14 fighters from around the globe battling in a cage, while the Marine Band and country star Zac Brown opened with the national

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A Century of Change in Medical Learning

June 16, 2026

The journal that began in 1926 marked a turning point for medical schools. Back then, the Flexner Report was reshaping how doctors were trained, and the first articles looked at how new ideas could fit into old systems. They talked about using technology, recognizing hidden biases, and deciding what

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Simple Locks, Big Safety

June 16, 2026

In a modern school with high‑tech security, an old trick still matters. At Wakefield High School, the only way to get inside is through two checkpoints. Staff swipe keycards and visitors show ID before they can walk into the main office for a quick check. The doors that guard the rest of the buil

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Encantos Media Turns Latino Family Love Into a Growing Brand

June 16, 2026

Encantos Media, a studio from Culver City, has spent the last decade turning a simple idea into a full‑blown family world. Its founder, Susie Jaramillo, saw that Latino families were being left out of mainstream media. She built a brand around songs, stories and characters that felt like home for th

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AI‑Driven “Vikram Betal” Brings Ancient Tales to Modern Classrooms

June 16, 2026

Historyverse, part of India’s Collective Studios, has revealed a fresh take on the classic Indian story of King Vikramaditya and the spirit Betal. The new version, called “Vikram Betal, ” will use artificial intelligence to bring the ancient folk tales to life. Birla Open Minds has joined as a knowl