Teaching Students Spot

Junior high class teaching students how to spot fact from fiction online

CBS News' Nancy Chen visited a school in New York where students in a seventh grade media literacy class are learning how to spot fact from fiction online and taking those skills home for the ...

Kindness 101: Teaching patience through generations

Steve Hartman focuses on patience in this week's "Kindness 101," sharing a story about bridging the tech gap between grandparents and grandchildren.

Will the Fed ‘weaponize’ the bond market to ‘teach Trump a lesson’?

One economist argues Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell would win in a showdown with incoming President Donald Trump.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Trump and student loans

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story What Trump's win means for student loan forgiveness Advocates are now focusing ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

What South Texas can teach the GOP about winning Hispanics

By focusing on practical solutions — securing the border, restoring economic opportunity and protecting seniors' benefits — we can earn the trust of Hispanic voters.

Politics - The Hill - October 30

The NHL Has A Unique Opportunity For A Teaching Moment With Matt Stienburg

Colorado Avalanche rookie Matt Stienburg's hit on Erik Cernak of the Lightning ticked a lot of suspension boxes, says Ken Campbell.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

What Colonial Williamsburg may teach us about politics today

The Colonial Era living history museum in Williamsburg, Virginia, offers an enlightening portrait of life in Revolutionary-era America, while providing a vivid contrast to today's political and ...

Joshua Spodek, Eco-Influencer, Teaches How to Live Off the Grid

It takes dedication, solar panels and lots of vegetables. And it probably means putting dating on hold.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

AIRIS is a learning AI teaching itself how to play Minecraft

An AI named AIRIS is engaging in self-directed learning inside of Minecraft, teaching itself how to play and theoretically becoming efficient at it.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 6

What Lisa Marie Presley Can Teach Brands About Legacy

Don’t allow your identity to get trapped by the past.

Business - Inc. - November 13

Unique partnership teaches life skills to people with intellectual disabilities

About 30% of the staff at the Shepherd Hotel in South Carolina have intellectual disabilities, and the hotel has partnered with nearby Clemson University to help them learn skills that will allow ...

Eye on America: Chef teaches kids healthy recipes, and examining the "sandwich generation"

In Illinois, we meet a chef whose hands-on workshops teach kids and families how to boost nutrition at home. And in California, we examine the increasing number of families who are juggling raising ...

Proposal would allow Bible teachings in Texas public grade schools

Texas public elementary schools could use teachings from the Bible in lessons under a proposal drawing intense opposition and praise.

Can Elon Musk teach an old DOGE new tricks?

Fixing the federal bureaucracy is critical to the future health of our government and of our nation, so I hope DOGE succeeds. But Musk might discover that it's easier to start a colony on Mars.

Politics - The Hill - November 20

Texas approves allowing Bible-based teachings in public grade schools

The State Board of Education heard testimony from over 150 teachers and parents on the matter.

The Democratic Blind Spot That Wrecked 2024

Maybe it would have been better if the red wave had crashed ashore in 2022.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Edinburgh University warns students not to be 'snobs'

The institution admitted class-related prejudice was a problem on campus.

Parents are not confident they can teach kids about investing. Here's how advisors say to get started

Only 22% of parents are "completely confident" in their ability to teach their children the basics of investing, according to a new survey.

Business - CNBC - November 5

Kneejerk response, then overcorrection: what the aftermath of the Amsterdam violence should teach us | Rachel Shabi

Assumptions were made about clashes between Maccabi Tel Aviv fans and Amsterdam locals – and the far right took advantage. In the aftermath of a sudden eruption of violence or unrest, there is ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff brings touchdowns and Jewish teachings to predominantly Mormon school

This year’s successful 9-1 football season for Brigham Young University, the Utah private school run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has an unexpected player at the helm: its ...

Sports - ABC News - November 18

I Tried to Teach My Son Soccer. Here’s What He Taught Me.

After decades reporting on soccer, three months helping to coach a team of children under age 7 came as a revelation.

World - The New York Times - November 19

Geno Auriemma recruited strong women, forged strong women, changed the lives of his 160 players

Geno Auriemma and UConn forced every program to raise their standard. They also changed the lives of the 160 women who have played for the Huskies.

Sports - ESPN - November 21

GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin: Letting Oklahoma public school educators teach the Bible is a 'slippery slope'

Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) said that letting Oklahoma public school educators teach the Bible is a “slippery slope” if the teachers “may not be believers” themselves. Mullin, who ...

Politics - The Hill - November 21

Travis Kelce’s 3-Word Response to the Chief’s First Loss Teaches an Important Lesson About Success

The Chiefs’ undefeated season ended on Monday when they lost to the Buffalo Bills.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

Bills' Miller practicing after ban, 'in a great spot'

Von Miller returned to Bills practice after his four-game ban for violating for the NFL's personal conduct policy, saying he's "happy all of that stuff is behind" him.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Pupil who attacked students and teacher with hammer is named

Thomas Wei Huang, 17, was detained for life over the attack at Blundell's School in Devon.

Top tips on spotting misinformation ahead of Election Day

With the 2024 election fast approaching, it is more important than ever for Americans to be able to spot misinformation. The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips on how to tell the fake stories from ...

Blaney wins Martinsville; Byron gets final spot

Ryan Blaney earned a chance to defend his Cup Series championship with a victory Sunday at Martinsville Speedway, where a controversial finish forced NASCAR to decide if Christopher Bell or William ...

Sports - ESPN - November 3

Iran detains female student for undressing in protest

Reaction tests President Masoud Pezeshkian’s efforts to assuage public discontent as tensions with Israel rise

World - Financial Times - November 4

Everything you need to know about student loans

How do I get my student loan payments, what can I borrow and when do I have to start paying it back?

What are Europe’s biggest weak spots for a Trump presidency?

A second Trump presidency will impact climate policy, trade, the war in Ukraine and EU defence

World - Financial Times - November 7

2 Jewish students attacked on DePaul campus

Two Jewish students were attacked on DePaul University’s campus on Wednesday after showing visible signs of supporting Israel, according to the school’s president. President Robert Manuel released ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Students warned after Bonfire Night firework 'war'

Meanwhile, some students in Nottingham tell of their fears after the fireworks "war" on Bonfire Night.

12 students at Maryland university charged in hate crime

A dozen students from Salisbury University, aged 18 to 21, were charged with a hate crime on Thursday after allegedly luring a man to an off-campus apartment using social media before assaulting ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Trump’s Win Puts Student Loan Forgiveness Into Question

Trump and Republicans have been very critical of student loan forgiveness.

Business - Inc. - November 8

Former students urged to check for loan refunds

New figures show university graduates could be eligible for refunds worth nearly £200m.

Mattel 'deeply regrets' porn site misprint on Wicked dolls

Recently-released dolls tied to the new Wicked movie inadvertently carry the address of an adult website.

Robertson to critics: 'I'll fight for Liverpool spot'

Liverpool's Andy Robertson has vowed to prove his critics wrong after losing his place in the starting lineup to Greece international Kostas Tsimikas.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

Capito nabs No. 4 Senate GOP spot

Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) won an uncontested race Wednesday to become the No. 4 Senate Republican, keeping her hold on a post in GOP leadership. Capito served the previous two years as ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Student to lose limbs following sepsis diagnosis

Hamish Wilson, 18, from Crowborough, was rushed to hospital after becoming unwell at university.

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