Meet the startup that wants to make it easier to be an informed citizen
This Oregon-based startup aims to make civic engagement a lot more easy and enjoyable — for voters, candidates, advocacy organizations, and businesses alike.
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How To Feel Good About Voting When Things Are Looking Bad
Experts say U.S. voters are feeling disillusioned about the upcoming election. They also say there's hope.
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Beloved character Amelia Bedelia visits her local library in a viral TikTok, cleverly showcasing underrated public programs
Amelia Bedelia's mishaps, highlighted by the Milwaukee Public Library in a TikTok video, showcase the vast resources available at public libraries.
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Globetrotting Black nutritionist Flemmie P. Kittrell revolutionized early childhood education and illuminated 'hidden hunger'
Throughout a trailblazing career that spanned half a century, nutritionist Flemmie P. Kittrel worked to enhance food security and to improve both diets and children’s health — under the umbrella of home economics.
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Graduation rates for students with disabilities are improving in these states
The high school diploma is a rite of passage for many Americans. It comes with greater earning potential, improved employability, and creates a path to higher education. Still, not all children face the same barriers to graduating.
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John Green returns to 'Crash Course' for lecture about his (least) favorite disease
John Green is making his return to "Crash Course." This time, he's going all-in with a 50-minute lecture on tuberculosis.
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Ancient fossils help us better understand modern-day species — and this one is named after Kermit the Frog
A new discovery at the Smithsonian has helped identify an ancient amphibian ancestor, and researchers have named their specimen after Kermit the Frog.
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The Last Repair Shop' inspires flood of donations for young musicians, musical instruments following Oscar win
The documentary's directors launched a $15 million fundraiser for the LAUSD Education Foundation's music education program and the repair shop.
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People with Down syndrome are living longer than ever — and programs are growing to support their care
Although challenges in care persist, new clinics are addressing evolving health care needs of adults with Down syndrome, including early-onset dementia and Alzheimer's.
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