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Bellicose, Antagonistic, Pugnacious: Ron DeSantis Has Declared War on the SATs
After the group that administers the test criticized him, the Florida governor questioned the “need” for SAT tests in his state.
Ban the SAT and ACT
Top University of California leaders are waking up to the fact that the SAT and ACT only deepen the “inequities in our system.” It’s time everyone else did too.
Lessons on Anxiety From a Stray Cat
When a cat appeared on my windowsill, I tried to tame it in much the same way that I was attempting to control my anxious mind. I failed at both—but learned something about living with anxiety along the way.
Felicity Huffman and 13 others plead guilty in college admissions scandal
"Operation Varsity Blues” has ensnared 50 people.
Recreational Cannabis Could Soon Be Legal in the ACT
A bill proposing that adults be allowed to keep up to 50 grams of weed for personal use has received overwhelming support from state government members.
Queensland Just Legalised Abortion, So What About the Rest of Australia?
People in Queensland will now be able to access abortion up to 22 weeks into the pregnancy. Other states have different rules.
Lawsuit Claims the ACT Sells Students’ Disability Data to Colleges
They claim that the personal data sold could sway colleges’ admission and financial aid decisions.
Facebook Hosts Anti-Muslim Groups Despite Zuckerberg Telling Congress the Platform Doesn't Tolerate Hate
Mark Zuckerberg told Congress that Facebook does not allow hate groups on its platform, but the company still hosts anti-Muslim groups.
The ACT Wants to Ban P-Platers From Driving After Midnight
The proposition would bring the state in line with other states like WA.
How a Referendum Vote in Maine Will Affect the Health Care of Thousands
This November has big implications for the state's health care future.
On the Trail With NZ Parliament’s Lone Defender of the Free Market
If a politician talks and there’s no journalist there to record it, did the politician talk at all?
ACT Is a Little-Known, Fast Treatment for Depression
Some psychologists believe that accepting your negative thoughts can help them pass faster.