The article discusses proposed changes to the endowment tax legislation in the U.S. that could significantly impact elite universities like Harvard, MIT, Yale, and Stanford. It highlights concerns that the increased taxes could lead to budget cuts and reduced investment in research, education, and financial aid. Experts argue that the proposals are politically motivated and could harm the country's leading institutions, which do more than just amass wealth—they contribute significantly to research, innovation, and education.
Across Massachusetts, teachers are trying to breathe new life into the teaching of the American Revolution on its 250th anniversary.Lessons on the events leading up to the birth of the nation have been evolving over generations, as classroom instruction has expanded from emphasizing the teaching ...
The article discusses potential federal budget cuts proposed under the Trump administration that threaten to reduce or eliminate key educational funding programs, including those supporting English language learners, migrant students, and college preparation initiatives like TRIO and GEAR UP. Local educators express concern over the impact of these cuts on programs crucial for disadvantaged students in Massachusetts, emphasizing the importance of federal support for educational equity and bilingual education.
For centuries, the leaders of the Roman Catholic Church were largely Italians until a cardinal from Poland was elected pope in 1978 and then succeeded by a German and an Argentine.Now, for the first time, the pope's an American who has taken the name Leo XIV.And he's from the South Side of Chicag...
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I write about K-12 and higher education.May 07, 2025, 06:30am EDTUpdated May 9, 2025, 10:11am EDTThe traditional May ...
FRISCO, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys' 2025 offseason involved much more activity than the 2024 offseason but it's unclear how much better those moves made them. Following an injury-plagued 7-10 campaign, they moved on from Mike McCarthy and promoted offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer to...
What happens when a once-in-a-generation talent trades Olympic glory for a journey that’s taken more turns than a rollercoaster? You get Gable Steveson—a man who’s done it all, yet still has the world asking: is he done with the Olympics, or is there one more run in him? Olympic champ?
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.CNN — President Donald Trump’s pick to run NASA, Jared Isaacman, made waves Wednesday by signaling his intention to create a new focus on Mars ...
30-year-old Shamier Little, the Chicago-born racer, has always been able to switch between jumping and running flat, winning three NCAA titles in the 400-meter hurdles while attending Texas A&M. Along with the NCAA, Little has two Olympic medals (including gold) from the relays in Paris and t...
