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  Artificial intelligence is often promoted as a way to make teachers more effective by helping them write lesson plans, generate classroom materials and provide feedback to students in seconds. But one of the first randomized trials testing AI in real classrooms found that it can also undermine learning, The Hechinger Report reveals. Students whose

  Around 4 million homes have been sold in the U.S. each year going back to 2023, which might superficially suggest that the real estate agents overseeing this vast volume of property transactions are overburdened. However, this vast industry comprises more than 1.5 million members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). In that context,

  Even as job seekers fret about artificial intelligence and tech behemoths announce massive layoffs, Matt Walsh is finding it surprisingly hard to help technology companies hire certain kinds of workers. That’s what Walsh’s recruiting firm, Blue Signal, does. And in specialties including semiconductor production, “the unemployment rate is probably negative 20%,” the CEO of

  Rising mortgage delinquency rates reveal a critical affordability crisis: across the U.S., homeowners are increasingly unable to meet payment obligations, signaling systemic pressure on household finances that extends beyond typical economic cycles. Geographic differences in mortgage delinquency rates reveal more about the impact of state-level living costs. The most telling data is not the

  Washington, D.C.’s metropolitan area has long hummed with data centers. The region, which encompasses much of Northern Virginia, has become known as Data Center Alley, home to more data centers than anywhere else in the world. But the data center boom, driven by the rise of AI and the race to build the infrastructure

  If you can remember a day from grade school, it may be when you took a field trip to a museum, the state capitol, a farm, or an aquarium. It’s doubtful you’ll mention a pop quiz. Those memories should tell you something about what a field trip is worth. But today, the trip is

  The ways in which Americans connect vary widely by state. A range of factors contribute to a place’s overall character, but the time residents spend socializing, volunteering and helping people outside their own homes can shape how friendly it feels. SmartAsset analyzed the 50 states by the number of minutes per day residents spend

Vectra Mechanical reports new DOE rules will require 95% efficiency for gas furnaces by 2028, saving $24.8 billion but increasing upfront costs for homeowners.

Manifest Law reports that the U.S. issues the most EB-1 visas to skilled professionals, with mainland China and India as top applicants.

PrayerSong explores Valentine’s Day’s evolution from ancient Roman rituals to a modern celebration, highlighting music’s role in romantic expression.

ThatsThem reports that U.S. state seals reflect unique identities through motifs symbolizing values like resilience, liberty, and agriculture.

The Conversation reports on the debate over whether a president’s moral character is essential for effective governance, highlighting differing views among scholars and voters.

CalMatters reports that dancers believe AI can’t replicate their craft’s emotional and cultural depth, despite recent advancements in generative technology.

Movingto reports that while Portugal’s Golden Visa program issued fewer residence permits in 2024 than the previous year, family reunification permits linked to the program nearly doubled.

Stateline reports cities are implementing rental registries to track properties and hold landlords accountable amid housing challenges.

AnyWho reports each U.S. state’s motto reflects its values and history, forming a unique tapestry of American ideals and regional diversity.

QMedic reports that the U.S. is aging unevenly, impacting housing, transport, and services, especially in states with the fastest-growing older populations.

The Marshall Project reports that federal officers have fatally shot at least three other people in the last five months.

The Marshall Project reports that despite initial stock surges for private prison companies under Trump, their values fell as immigration enforcement didn’t meet expectations.

PeopleFinders reports the rise of fraud hotspots across the U.S., with scams driven by tech advances and rising rates in several metro areas.