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The Alamo, one of Texas’ most iconic historical sites, has been dubbed one of the most disappointing tourist attractions in the United States. However, this perception is set to change with a bold renovation underway aimed at restoring its historical grandeur and enhancing the visitor experience. Situated in San Antonio, […]
Gasoline prices in the Gulf Coast region have seen a consecutive two-week increase, reaching an average of $2.75 per gallon for regular fuel on Monday. This marks a rise from the previous week’s average of $2.69 per gallon, as reported by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Over the past […]
In a recent statement, President Biden expressed support for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) proposal to limit overdraft fees, framing it as a crucial step to protect hardworking families from hidden charges. The political resonance of such a move is evident, with a Pew Charitable Trusts survey indicating widespread […]
A recent study conducted by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) sheds light on the gap between the growing interest in skills- and competency-based learning and the actual implementation of these models in higher education institutions. The findings, released on Wednesday, reveal that while 86 percent of faculty […]
During a special meeting, the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) greenlit the criteria and job description for the forthcoming education commissioner search. This decision followed an agreement with McPherson and Jacobson LLC, the firm tasked with spearheading the commissioner hunt, which was ratified during the KBE’s regular meeting on Dec. […]
A teachers association in Tennessee has taken legal action against the state education department’s restrictions on curriculum related to race and gender in public schools. The Tennessee Education Association, along with five Tennessee public school educators, filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state policy that prohibits certain concepts from being […]
At least 190 people have died after Tropical Cyclone Freddy ripped through southern Malawi, the country’s Department of Disaster Management Affairs said Tuesday. At least 584 have been injured and 37 people have been reported missing in the country. The Malawi Ministry of Natural Resources and Climate Change said Tuesday […]
Most elementary and middle school students in town are meeting reading and math standards, according to a recent presentation to the Board of Education. But some are reading up to two grades below level. That number, especially at the middle school level, is a cause for concern, according to at […]
