Report Highlights Major Challenges in Michigan’s K-12 Education System

TL/DR - A study by the Michigan Alliance For Student Opportunity has found that teacher absences and vacancies, as well as competition over teachers, have negatively affected K-12 student learning. The study involved analysis of state-level and local administrative personnel data, as well as surveys and interviews of various school personnel. The…

Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day: What’s Open, Closed in Chicago – NBC

TL/DR - Columbus Day, a federal holiday observed on the second Monday of October, is increasingly recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day, a trend officially supported by President Joe Biden in 2021. Many states, cities, and school districts, including the Chicago Board of Education, have replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day on their…

Al Gore’s Solution to Climate Crisis

TL/DR - The article features former Vice President Al Gore discussing the ongoing climate crisis and potential solutions. Gore argues that a powerful network of political and financial influence, including oil companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron, is obstructing the path to resolving the issue as they condition the political space to continue…

Top 15-Minute Arm Toning Workouts from Celebrity Trainer

Effective Exercises to Tone Your Arms by Celebrity Personal Trainer If you are looking to tone your arms, celebrity personal trainer Nadya Fairweather (u-shape.co.uk), recommends the downward dog alternating touchbacks exercise. To get into this position, start in a high plank with your hands directly beneath your shoulders and feet…