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The Big Meeting to Choose the Next Pope

April 28, 2025

The Vatican is all set for a crucial event. A group of cardinals will gather to pick the next leader of the Catholic Church. This isn't just any meeting. It's a conclave, and it's happening on May 7th, 2025. The cardinals have been in Rome, preparing for this big decision. They've been having m

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A New Pope: The Big Decision Awaits

April 27, 2025

Vincent Nichols, the Archbishop of Westminster, is about to take part in his first conclave. He is the top Catholic Church official for England and Wales. He is not shy about the weight of the task ahead. Choosing a new pope is a huge responsibility. He expects a thoughtful atmosphere as the cardina

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The Church at a Crossroads: Choosing the Next Pope

April 27, 2025

The Catholic Church is at a pivotal moment. The recent passing of Pope Francis has left a significant void. His legacy is one of inclusivity and a shift away from strict doctrine. This has sparked a debate among cardinals about the future direction of the church. The upcoming conclave to elect a ne

politics

The Papal Election: A Model for Secure Voting

April 24, 2025

The Catholic Church's method for choosing a new pope is one of the most secure voting systems in existence. This process, known as a papal conclave, has been refined over nearly 2, 000 years. It offers valuable lessons for modern democracies struggling with secure voting. The upcoming papal electio

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The Secret Process of Choosing a New Pope

April 21, 2025

The Vatican is preparing for a significant event: the selection of a new pope. This process, known as a conclave, is steeped in tradition and secrecy. The conclave is a gathering of cardinals who are locked away in the Vatican, cut off from the outside world. Their mission? To elect a new leader for

education

Challenging Bias in Classrooms: A Look at Faculty Training

April 6, 2025

For a while now, there has been a push to make classrooms more welcoming. This includes addressing microaggressions, which are subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory comments or actions. A group of health educators came up with a unique way to tackle this issue. They created workshops focused o

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New York Stands Firm on Diversity and Equity

April 5, 2025

New York's education leaders have made a bold move. They refused to sign a document that goes against their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This decision came after a directive from the federal government. The federal government gave state education commissioners a short deadline to

health

How Do People With Spinal Cord Injuries Feel About Life in Different Countries?

April 2, 2025

Inclusion and recognition are big deals for people with spinal cord injuries. How do they feel about it in Norway, The Netherlands, and Australia? That's what this piece looks into. It's all about how mobility issues and social attitudes play out in these different places. First off, let's talk

science

The Moon Mission's Changing Crew Goals

March 25, 2025

The Artemis III mission, NASA's ambitious plan to return to the moon, has seen some shifts in its public messaging. Initially, the space agency had big plans to make history by landing the first woman and the first person of color on the lunar surface. This was part of a broader push for diversity,

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Medical Students Step Up for Disability Awareness

March 25, 2025

Medical students often lack exposure to disability issues, which can lead to misunderstandings and unease when treating patients with disabilities. A group aimed to change this by creating an optional course. They wanted to boost students' skills in understanding and supporting people with disabilit