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The U.S. Department of Education eliminated protections against institutional policies that have disparate impacts on minority groups, now requiring evidence of intentional discrimination to violate civil rights law.
The White House released a new vision directing federal agencies to fund more scientific research outside universities, promoting individual researchers and multiyear grants while questioning the traditional university-centered model.
A survey found that 75% of educators report insufficient staffing trained to support English learners with disabilities, creating significant challenges in meeting these students’ dual language and special education needs.
Minnesota launched a new kindergarten assessment this school year that observes students during normal classroom activities rather than using computers, pencils, or paper, addressing concerns about traditional testing methods.
Researchers have developed a tool that predicts student absenteeism before it becomes chronic, allowing districts to identify at-risk students at the start of the school year using past attendance data.
A passenger on a Ryanair-Air Malta flight was nearly pulled out through a broken window at 16,000 feet after the right engine failed, but his seatbelt and body size helped keep him inside the aircraft.
Airbus plans to test folding wings on its bestselling A320 aircraft family starting in the second half of next year to address airport capacity constraints while improving fuel efficiency.
One year after Marriott’s $355 million acquisition of CitizenM, the brand reports positive commercial results, with increased distribution and new guests accessing the hotels through Marriott Bonvoy loyalty membership.
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan indicated the carrier is actively developing plans to launch airport lounges, suggesting the move could boost premium customer acquisition and credit card engagement.
Orthodox monks have established the first monastery in Estonia in over 80 years, marking a significant religious development in one of Europe’s most secular societies.