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Expert tips for small business success in the AI era

(BPT) - Did you know small businesses comprise 99.9% of all businesses nationwide? Today's small businesses are entering a new era, with smart, accessible technology helping to level the playing …

How One Company is Fueling the Future of Small Businesses — With $5 Billion to Back It Up

(BPT) - Small businesses are the heart of Main Street — and the backbone of the American economy. From neighborhood restaurants to veteran-owned logistics companies, these millions of …

Empowering caregivers: Resources and strategies for success

(BPT) - One in five Americans is a caregiver, meaning they regularly assist relatives, spouses, friends or neighbors with basic tasks like feeding and dressing.And as our population ages, the need …

Nearly 1 in 5 NYC students are Asian American. Just 8% of teachers are.

Chalkbeat reports that teachers who share the specific racial or ethnic background of their students may be better able to forge connections that benefit kids academically and emotionally.

The number of 18-year-olds is about to drop sharply, packing a wallop for colleges—and the economy

The Hechinger Report reports on how America is about to go over the "demographic cliff."

How much do travel nurses make?

Vivian Health explores how much travel nurses earned in early March 2025, explains why travelers are paid more generously, and highlights additional perks.

Shut out: High school students learn about careers — but can't try one that pays

The 74 reports on the state of paid apprenticeships and internships in U.S. schools.

Report: Kids check out of school as they get older, and parents are in the dark

The 74 shares findings from a new study by the Brookings Institution that says parents and children differ massively on how much learning actually happens in school.

Is workplace burnout the new normal for Americans and Canadians? It doesn't have to be.

Wysa compiled data on workplace burnout from Microsoft and LinkedIn's 2024 report and APA to explore why it happens and how to address it.

Taking intermittent quizzes reduces achievement gaps and enhances online learning, even in highly distracting environments

Racial achievement gaps virtually vanished when students answered quizzes during remote learning.

AI isn’t replacing student writing – but it is reshaping it

If AI allows students to automate routine cognitive tasks, it doesn’t mean they’re thinking less. It means their thinking is changing.

Top 5 things you need to know about Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists

(BPT) - When you or a loved one undergoes a surgical procedure, it can be overwhelming. Many healthcare professionals comprise the surgical team to ensure your well-being throughout the process. …

5 Effective Steps to Avoid the Summer Slide

(Niyoka McCoy, Ed.D., Chief Learning Officer at Stride) - Summer is almost here, and the educators at K12-powered online schools have created your ultimate guide to fend off summer learning loss. …

Feel the love: Help your local heroes receive much-needed relief

(BPT) - Local heroes do so much for their communities. Teachers, nurses, first responders, veterans and so many more community heroes put everyone else's needs before their own.While you can't pay …

A Cry for Change: What 2,600 Nurses Want You to Know Right Now

(BPT) - For many, nursing isn't just a job — it's a calling. According to the report "Beyond the Bedside: The State of Nursing in 2025," 79% of nurses surveyed said they entered nursing to make …

Lifelong learning reimagined: How DeVryPro helps professionals thrive in an AI-powered world

(BPT) - With real-world courses, AI-driven support and flexible design, DeVry University's new platform empowers learners to upskill for what's nextThe workplace is evolving fast. From AI and …

One state tried algebra for all eighth graders. It hasn't gone well

The Hechinger Report covers the reasons behind the initiative to have students take algebra in eighth grade, as well as its results, in Minnesota.

Beyond the classroom: How schools are getting creative to help struggling families

Chalkbeat reports on how teachers are looking out for the tens of thousands of migrant and/or homeless families across New York City whose children often lack essential items needed for school.

Utah university removes 'equity' and 'inclusion' from mission statement because of anti-DEI law

The Salt Lake Tribune reports on Weber State University's decision to remove the words "diversity, equity, and inclusion" from its new, shorter mission statement.

Why Michigan is the ideal place for clean energy jobs

(BPT) - Unlike previous generations, a well-paying job with security and benefits is no longer enough of a draw for millennials and Gen Z. In fact, many are willing to turn down jobs from employers …

Reasons to Consider an Up-and-Coming Career in 2025

(Family Features) If you're thinking about making a career change, re-evaluating your long-term career path or looking for a career with purpose, there is one path you may not have considered .