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4 Tips for a Fresh Start in 2025

(Family Features) Moving from one year to the next is a perfect opportunity to think about the new chapter you want to write for yourself.

Teachers, students test out AI in Colorado classrooms

Chalkbeat spotlights the ways teachers and students are testing AI in Colorado classrooms.

Education & Careers

3 expert tips to help you strategize for long-term financial planning

(BPT) - Whether you're in the middle of your career, starting a new job or looking ahead to retirement, financial planning may be one of those items on your to-do list that keeps getting pushed aside …

America's college-aged population is declining. Universities will have to make cuts.

Study.com examined data from the University of Virginia and elsewhere to see which states can expect the biggest youth population drops by 2050.

Voters in 12 states approved seven and defeated five state education ballot measures on Nov. 5

Ballotpedia shares details about which education ballot measures were and weren't approved across the U.S. on election day.

Winners and losers in public school funding: How does your state compare?

Study.com explores Census Bureau educational finance data to examine how states allocate resources to public schools and the variations in funding priorities across states.

As the US invests in infrastructure at record levels, construction workers may be hard to find

Seeking qualified workers: Using industry surveys and reports, Machinery Partner identified gaps in the construction labor market.

As more public schools offer prekindergarten, a teacher shortage is slowing progress

TeacherCertification.com used data from the NIEER to investigate how states are pacing toward accessible, public pre-K programs.

Workplace mental health issues worsening, national survey finds

Wysa report sheds light on the mental health crisis in the American workplace.

Busting 5 myths on common barriers to higher education

(BPT) - The high cost of tuition in traditional higher education settings leads many potential students to question the value of that investment. Whether you've just graduated high school or you're a …

LinkedIn's top 3 hiring tips for small businesses in 2025

(BPT) - If you're a small business owner, you may be looking for top talent in the new year. A new survey by LinkedIn finds 66% of small businesses in the U.S. are planning to hire more in 2025 than …

Small Business, Big Impact: Expert Advice to Help Your Business Thrive in 2025

(BPT) - Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They are at the heart of communities, creating jobs, driving innovation, and cultivating local pride. In fact, small businesses make …

Jobs and employment information

Semiconductors 101: What they are, how they're used and what they mean to you

(BPT) - Quick, what's a semiconductor? You probably have a vague understanding — they're in computers, right? You may have also heard about semiconductor shortages slowing automobile …

Harness Power and Productivity with Cutting-Edge Laptops

(Family Features) Freelancers, creatives and on-the-go leaders know they can only go as far as their tech takes them. Make sure you - or the loved ones in your life - can harness the power of productivity with the latest gadgets.

Is the American Dream achievable? These students are examining its promises and pitfalls

This interdisciplinary course considers the notion's reality.

Two professors explain why and how their approach creates a richly textured understanding of the American Dream.

Spirit of Giving: 5 Army Soldiers Serving Their Communities In More Ways Than One

(BPT) - The holiday season inspires us to reflect on what we have, and what we can do for others. And while U.S. Army Soldiers have dedicated their careers to service, many still find other ways to …

Facing growing dissatisfaction, hospital nurses look to make a change

Hospital Care Compare used AMN Healthcare survey data to identify what hospital nurses are planning for the future of their careers as burnout persists.

15% of public school students have disabilities. Resources to support them can vary dramatically

By law, students with disabilities have the right to education. AccessiBe examined federal data and found that not all students with disabilities get the opportunities.

14 states pledge to cut chronic absenteeism rates by half over 5 years

Chalkbeat reports on a new challenge taken up by fourteen states to reduce the rate at which children miss school.

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Looking for a unique gift idea? 5 ways to give the gift of learning

(BPT) - As the holidays approach, gift giving can be a thoughtful way to spread the holiday spirit and let a loved one know you are thinking of them. While there are many unique gift ideas, there is …

Ecommerce in 2025: 5 trends shaping the future of online selling

(Family Features) Thanks to the explosion of ecommerce over the past couple decades, consumers can find virtually any product or service they can think of online.