Public Call No. 01/2026 – Theological Scientific Research GAB University, through its Academic Research Committee, hereby announces a Public Call for Researchers  to select research proposals aligned with the institution’s theological research agenda. Scope Selection of researchers to develop theological research projects affiliated with GAB University. Eligible Applicants Researchers, scholars, theologians, and academics with demonstrated experience in theological research o

SOUTH CAROLINA  — Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited West Pelzer Elementary School in Pelzer, South Carolina as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s (the Department’s) national  History Rocks!  Trail to Independence tour  in celebration of America’s upcoming 250th birthday. The tour aims to strengthen civic literacy by helping students personally connect with America’s founding principles.  The event opened with remarks from Principal Miranda Leopa

Summary Ferrero guided Alcaraz to 24 titles including six Grand Slams Alcaraz and Ferrero began their partnership seven years ago Spaniard aims to complete Grand Slam set at Australian Open Dec 17 (Reuters) - World tennis number one Carlos Alcaraz has split with his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, they said on Wednesday, ending a seven-year partnership that delivered 24 titles including six Grand Slam crowns. A former world number one himself and fellow Spaniard, 45-year-old Ferre

Years of societal division may be taking a toll In a time when relationships are increasingly recognized as central to meaning and well-being, APA’s latest  Stress in America™ survey  revealed that societal division in our nation is a significant stressor for many U.S. adults. In the survey—conducted online by The Harris Poll on behalf of APA among more than 3,000 U.S. adults ages 18 and older—62% of U.S. adults reported societal division as a significant source of  stress  i

Unauthorized migration at the U.S.-Mexico border plunged dramatically during the just-ended fiscal year, as the Trump administration leveraged new border controls, further asylum restrictions, and the promise of mass deportations, reaching about 444,000 migrant encounters recorded in fiscal year (FY) 2025. This sharp drop from 2.1 million encounters the prior year was also marked by reversion to a pattern last experienced more than a decade ago: Flows primarily composed of M

Summary Companies ByteDance retains 19.9% stake in new joint venture Oracle, Silver Lake, MGX to own 45% of TikTok USDS Deal addresses national security concerns, ensures US data protection WASHINGTON, Dec 18 (Reuters) - TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, said Thursday it signed binding agreements with three major investors to form a joint venture to operate TikTok's U.S. app led by American and global investors in a bid to avoid a U.S. government ban, a significant step towa

The U.S. Department of Education (the Department) announced that more than 5 million 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) forms have been successfully submitted by students and families across the country, a nearly 150% increase in the number of applications submitted at the same time last year. After years of mismanagement by the Biden Administration, this year, the Trump Administration launched the earliest and most streamlined FAFSA form in history. 

Leaders from across the world at the Eightieth United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have adopted the political declaration to combat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health challenges through a fully integrated approach. This is the outcome of the intergovernmental negotiations in advance of and considered by the fourth high-level meeting of the UNGA on the prevention and control of NCDs and the promotion of mental health and well-being, held on 25 September 2025.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released an updated version of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Case Inventory this summer. At first glance, the changes seemed routine—some AI software programs were marked “inactive,” and a new one was added. But upon closer examination, the removal of the AI use cases does not appear to indicate a retreat from—but an expansion of—those AI capabilities. Taken alongside reporting from The Guardian and Wired , the update points

Release Date 12/12/2025 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing new  guidance (PDF, 305.52 KB) that limits the age of foreign nationals’ photos that can be used to create immigration documents to no more than three years. This update enhances national security and prevents identity fraud. Effective immediately, the new guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual limits the use of photos to those that were taken within three years of the date a person files a USC

BY  KONSTANTIN TOROPIN Updated 2:13 PM BRT, September 16, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — Some Democratic senators say they are deeply concerned that a Pentagon plan to allow military lawyers to work as temporary immigration judges will violate a ban on using service members for law enforcement and affect the military justice system. The letter, sent to the military services and provided to The Associated Press, comes two weeks after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved sending up

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 BY MEGAN BRENAN 26% say K-12 schools headed in right direction; majorities rate schools negatively for preparing students for work, college WASHINGTON, D.C. — A record-low 35% of Americans are satisfied with the quality of education that K-12 students receive in the U.S. today, marking an eight-percentage-point decline since last year . This is one point below the previous historical low recorded in 2000 and 2023 for this Gallup question that dates back t

Immigration and Customs Enforcement's "Operation Midway Blitz" arrested more than 4,000 people; data showed about 15% had criminal records, mostly misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies. Gov. JB Pritzker at a news conference at La Villita Community Church in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood on Tuesday. Antonio Perez / Tribune News Service via Getty Image Dec. 9, 2025, 5:11 PM EST / Source: The Associated Press By The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Immigrants living i

By: Jenna Homrock September 17, 2025 Cleveland Clinic has announced the launch of the Mental Health Research Center of Excellence, in collaboration with the MQ Foundation and its partner organization MQ Mental Health Research, global nonprofits dedicated to advancing research that detects, prevents, and treats mental illness.Supported by a $1 million grant from the MQ Foundation, with additional funding from Cleveland Clinic, the five-year initiative will focus on prevention

Opening November 14th, 2025 Step into a magical world of fairy tales at Luminosa 2025! This year, the illuminated trail brings your favorite stories to life with over 100 stunning light sculptures crafted by 150 skilled artisans. Experience a captivating blend of creativity and wonder in an enchanting spectacle like never before. Experience a kaleidoscope of photo ops, tasty food, craft cocktails (weekends only), and so much more at this captivating light festival. Ideal for

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly present in several areas of society, and clinical psychology is no exception. AI can be used in many ways to improve the quality of treatment and the understanding of human behavior.For example, AI can be used to collect and analyze large amounts of data about patients and treatments. This can lead to a deeper understanding of human behavior and, consequently, to more accurate and effective treatments. In addition, AI can be used t

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has created a winter wonderland in its front yard. The free Front Yard Holiday Festival in Downtown Orlando officially opened on Dec. 4, with WESH 2's Christina Watkins helping Santa officially flip the switch on the festivities. Snowfall, twinkling lights, fire pits, and Santa make a nightly appearance, offering a magical experience for families. Advertisement The family-friendly event includes live concerts, S

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Davenport Community School Board voted unanimously Monday night to approve a plan that will expand preschool access and redesign special education pathways across the district. The plan is said to advance the second phase of its long-range facilities strategy . The plan focuses on two areas district leaders say have some of the biggest impacts on student success: early childhood education, and the “Continuum of Care” system that supports students

Experts warn of dangers as England and Wales study shows 13- to 17-year-olds consulting AI amid long waiting lists for services It was after one friend was shot and another stabbed, both fatally, that Shan asked ChatGPT for help. She had tried conventional mental health services but “chat”, as she came to know her AI “friend”, felt safer, less intimidating and, crucially, more available when it came to handling the trauma from the deaths of her young friends. As she started

The Florida Immigrant Coalition is condemning the Trump administration’s decision to implement an abrupt shutdown of asylum protections and a sweeping halt on immigration from developing countries. In a statement, the Coalition called the administration’s actions "yet another step in a long-running campaign to dismantle every pathway — formal, lawful, and humanitarian—that allows Black and Brown immigrants to come to the United States safely." It is urging Congress to “reject