47% of American adults lack confidence in finding a good job A new AP–NORC poll (October 2025) finds that nearly half of Americans are doubtful about their ability to find a good job, reflecting rising financial stress and anxiety about the economy. The survey highlights a widening gap between economic indicators, such as low unemployment…
Mamdani proposes tuition plan to recruit 1,000 new teachers annually in NYC New York City mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani has unveiled a plan to tackle the city’s teacher shortage by offering tuition assistance to prospective educators in exchange for a three-year commitment to teach in city schools. The plan, outlined Wednesday in Astoria, Queens, would…
Trump administration reopens student loan forgiveness The Trump administration has agreed to resume student loan forgiveness under programs it had previously restricted, reopening a pathway to debt relief for millions of Americans. The development follows an agreement reached between the U.S. Department of Education and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), one of the largest…
More than 95% of Missouri’s taxpayer-supported school voucher funds are going to religious institutions, according to new reporting from The 74 Million. The findings show that the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) program, created to expand school choice, is overwhelmingly supporting tuition at faith-based private schools. A program meant for choice, not religion Missouri’s Empowerment…
8 common majors in the US which lead to dying professions A recent study by the Strada Education Foundation and the Burning Glass Institute highlights a growing challenge for today’s college graduates: some academic majors often lead to limited job opportunities or careers unrelated to their field of study. This reality reflects broader trends where…
Gunfire breaks out at Oklahoma State dorm, students hospitalised Early Sunday morning, October 19, 2025, a shooting at Oklahoma State University’s Carreker East residence hall left multiple victims hospitalised, including at least one OSU student, according to police and reports from Fox News. Authorities say the incident occurred shortly after 3:40 a.m., following a large…
US youth literacy falls while graduation rates rise The latest 2023 Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) data from the US Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reveals a significant decline in literacy and numeracy among young adults aged 16 to 24. Despite rising high school graduation rates, millions…
Chicago mayor proposes $16.6 billion budget with major boost for public schools Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has proposed a $16.6 billion city budget for 2026, allocating $552.4 million to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) — a substantial increase from the $379 million the school board projected when it passed its own $10.2 billion budget in August….
In a world driven by information, media, and digital engagement, the ability to tell compelling stories has never been more valuable. Students exploring careers in storytelling often face a crucial choice: Journalism or Communications. While both degrees revolve around crafting narratives, they differ in purpose, approach, skill sets, and career trajectories. Understanding these differences can…
US President Donald Trump’s Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education has triggered an unprecedented standoff between the federal government and some of the nation’s top universities. The initiative promises access to billions in federal research grants and student-aid programs, but only if universities comply with a set of strict federal mandates affecting admissions, faculty…
