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Forget monsters. In Brazil's Atlantic Forest, a machete slices green mangoes with salt. This unexpected twist of horror into joy defined our visit to the Indigenous Tupinambá villages.
Pulitzer-winning powerhouses! Meet UC Berkeley Journalism alumni Susie Neilson ('19), Garance Burke ('04), and nine others from the SF Chronicle, AP, and NYT, honored for their impactful work.
Kids glued to screens? Inspire outdoor play and curiosity with programming that sparks their imagination. TV shows set outside can encourage exploration and learning through pretend play.
A "combustible" debate on SCOTUS legitimacy brought conservative and progressive law scholars together, proving a chatbot wrong. Could the Federalist Society and American Constitution Society ever co-host an event?
America's faced instability before. Respected professor Robert Reich sees optimism in our resilience, youth, and their idealism—a vision rooted in his lifelong fight for social justice.
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Razia Jan, who passed away at 81 in July 2025, lives on. Her fearless legacy is forever memorialized in the PBS documentary “What Tomorrow Brings.”
Summer holidays: the ultimate parenting puzzle. Ditch the mall and screens! Discover four families redefining summer with nature, crafts, and adventure.
Four states and the second-largest U.S. school district just limited screen time for students. They're curbing digital teaching and assessments.
A new library, named for trailblazing alumna Susan Wojcicki, now anchors the Science and Engineering Complex. Its inscription: "If you can create technology, you can change the world.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Public Library expanded a program turning student IDs into library cards. A pilot showed library use soared among disadvantaged students and English language learners.
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Harvard commits $1.05 million to HBCUs! This three-year grant, via the Legacy of Slavery Initiative, will boost research capacity at 15 schools.
An economist notes young adults are optimistic about modern dating, seeking data-driven answers about love and commitment. She advises against "situationships," highlighting that indecision is a decision that can lead to missed opportunities and unintended emotional attachment.
A vulnerable story silences the room. Where does your mind go? Do you offer warmth, reframe the narrative, process internally, or seek facts? Your reaction shapes the moment.
Students thought I glued cotton balls to a stick. That's when I knew my Oklahoma science class needed a school garden.
Mickalene Thomas, Tammy Nguyen, and other artists are selling over $1M in art at Sotheby's next month. All proceeds benefit Yale's esteemed MFA art program.
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America's top minds tackle its toughest problems. The Academy brings together accomplished individuals to solve the greatest challenges facing the U.S.
Walk in Harvard's revolutionary footsteps! A new exhibit at Pusey Library traces the university's pivotal role in America's birth, from campus barracks to Founding Father alumni.
Think learning a new language is hard? Debunking common myths reveals it's more accessible, engaging, and beneficial than you imagine.
Love books? Celebrate your passion! World Book Day, established by UNESCO, is the perfect informal holiday to honor literature and reading.
Policymakers and the public rely on journalists for science news. But quick deadlines and limited scientific training often distort findings, leading to misinformed decisions.
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MIT's Mitali Chowdhury '24 and Christina Kim '24 are 2026 Gates Cambridge Scholars! This prestigious fellowship fully funds postgraduate study at Cambridge University. Kim is a two-time recipient.
Harvard will award its prestigious Medal to alumni leaders Thomas A. Dingman, Deborah Kaufman Goldfine, and Walter H. Morris Jr. on April 20, 2026, recognizing their exceptional service.
In 1959, countries around the world sent their most talented students to Romania to compete in the first-ever International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). Ever since, the rules have remained simple, even if the problems are not: over two days, each team works to solve a total of six math problems. Aft...
Millions will don caps and gowns this graduation season, marking a huge academic milestone. Schools strive to make it special, often inviting celebrity speakers to share wisdom at college commencements.
Revision timetables? Aarav Vats measured time in chemo cycles. Battling cancer, this Delhi Class 10 student still scored 96.6% on his board exams.
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New university initiative: funding courses, research, and critical thinking about AI in teaching.
Editor Tom Pattinson unveils the new issue of Positive News magazine, available now.
The University of Calgary celebrated its 60th birthday by smashing a Guinness World Record! On April 11th, 682 people dressed as dinosaurs, creating the largest dino gathering ever and beating the previous record of 468.
85% of Girl Scouts (ages 5-13) admire people for what they do, not how they look. This data is an "invitation for adults to take a deep breath and ditch the pressure to be perfect.
San José launched the nation's first public AI education center, hosting free workshops for residents. The AI Center for Civic and Social Good aims to expand AI literacy.
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Gaza's academic semester began in late March, but the usual student vibrancy is gone. Displacement has replaced the familiar sight of students commuting to universities and colleges.
MIT's Desirée Plata, a distinguished climate and energy professor, is now Associate Dean of Engineering. She'll champion early-stage research, innovation, and entrepreneurial efforts.
Berkeley dominates! Over 50 programs ranked in the top 25 nationally, solidifying its powerhouse status.
Africa Wiki Women is boosting African women's visibility across Wikimedia and Wikipedia. This initiative empowers women in digital spaces, tackling obstacles to their online knowledge creation and sharing.
Truth is rarely found in echo chambers." Harvard faculty, staff, and students explored connecting across differences at a recent forum, tackling how to disagree productively and remain receptive.
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Overdosing at a California public university no longer means immediate disciplinary action. A new law, AB 602, mandates rehabilitation services, encouraging students to seek help without fear.
Meet Carl the Collector, PBS's first autistic lead character, voiced by 10-year-old autistic actor Kai Barham. This fuzzy raccoon is already making waves for its thoughtful depiction of neurodivergence.
Julia Minson's new book, "How To Disagree Better," offers a path forward in divided times. Learn how signaling goodwill, respect, and shared interests can keep conversations flowing.
Remember that teacher who truly saw you? Or the one who didn't? Those powerful connections (or lack thereof) shape us for decades, impacting how we learn and grow.
Meryl Streep just made a seven-figure donation to the National Women's History Museum! The nonprofit, known for its virtual exhibitions, celebrates women's impact on our past and future.