May 2025
Report Misleadingly Considers Links Between Declining Enrollment and School Funding
BOULDER, CO (May 8, 2025)—Most U.S. states continue to heavily rely on per-pupil funding models. Accordingly, projections of declining school-aged populations through 2030—combined with the rapid expansion of private school voucher policies—have raised serious concerns about the future adequacy of public school funding. A recent EdChoice report downplays these concerns. However, in their review of […]
New ketamine study promises extended relief for depression
Roughly 10 percent of the U.S. population is afflicted with major depressive disorder at any given time, and up to 20 percent will exhibit MDD symptoms over their lifetimes. Yet despite its prevalence, methods to treat MDD often fall short for a not-insignificant portion of the population. Antidepressants — the standard of treatment — don’t […]
Dr. Dre attends ribbon cutting for new Compton High School
Students from among the poorest families in California are about to get the newest, most up-to-date public high school in the state as the rebuilt Compton High prepares to open. The brand-new $225-million, 31-acre campus is strikingly innovative — even experimental in some ways: The library has no books; it’s all digital. Classrooms feature an […]
Fever star redeems herself in win over Dream — and then explains how she did it
Indiana Fever forward Natasha Howard struggled against the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday, scoring 6 points on just 3-9 shoooting. Two nights later, against the same Dream opponent, she was almost unrecognizable. The 33-year-old veteran erupted for a game-high 26 points on 12-17 shooting. That offensive production was especially crucial because the rest of the Fever […]
This $38 Petite-Friendly Maxi Dress Is Perfect for Weddings
The year I turned 25, I went to nine summer weddings. Forget the gifts and travel expenses — what I cared about most was finding the perfect wedding guest dress to fit my curvy, 5-foot frame. (Okay, if I’m being honest, I’m 4 feet 11 inches and three-quarters.) While the overall number of weddings per […]
Strongest Pre-Workout: The Best High-Stim Picks of 2025
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Whether you’re starting your fitness journey or you’re a weightlifting junkie, there are several supplements that should be staples in your stack. As a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, I’d put a high-quality whey protein powder and one of the best […]
The Photographic Dreamscapes of Musuk Nolte
A conversation with the Peruvian photographer whose dreamlike new book is the latest in a rich and truly original body of work that explodes the boundaries between documentary and art photography. To describe Musuk Nolte as a photojournalist may be accurate, but it misses the point. Embracing strategies of documentary and art photography to confront […]
Chanel Rouge Coco Lip Blush, Take 2… Chloe Blanchard
This is the second image from a Chanel look I did back in the spring with Chloe. I’ve received so much feedback asking to see the front view of the makeup, the original image was a profile shot, that I decided to post this shot. Here is the original text and links: Anytime a product comes out that […]
Great Dupes: Emily’s Favorite Outdoor Pieces
I think I can say that the majority of us love looking at beautiful homes filled with beautiful things that are often outside of our budgets. It’s both aspirational and sometimes a bummer because WE WANT THOSE BEAUTIFUL THINGS TOO. The good news is that there are so many products on the market, including so […]
17 Natural Wonders to Inspire You This Earth Day – Photo Tips, Creative Photography + Travel Guides
There’s something truly humbling about standing in front of a vast desert dune or watching icebergs drift silently under a pastel-pink sky. Over the years, my journey as a travel photographer has taken me to places that feel like the Earth is quietly showing off, unveiling landscapes carved by time, shaped by weather, and filled […]