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Chronic absenteeism rates see dramatic drop in Warwick

Warwick Public Schools’ rate of chronically absent students has seen a significant decrease over the past couple of years, going from 45% to 30% of students district-wide being absent, … more

By ADAM ZANGARI | 1/25/25 | 2 comments

How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers

The discovery of fragments of avian flu virus in about 20% of milk samples from stores in initial testing across the U.S. suggests that the H5N1 virus may be more widespread in U.S. dairy cattle than previously realized. … more

Noelia Silva del Rio, University of California, Davis; Richard V. Pereira, University of California, Davis; Robert B. Moeller, University of California, Davis; Terry W. Lehenbauer, University of California, Davis, and Todd Cornish, University of Californi | 4/26/24

From voice acting to Shakespeare: 10 outstanding summer programs for actors to sharpen performance skills

Backstage picks its 10 favorite summer theatrical programs where budding actors can hone their skills. more

Natalia Keogan | 4/26/24

How the pretzel went from soft to hard – and other little-known facts about one of the world’s favorite snacks

The pretzel, one of the fastest-growing snack foods in the world, recently crossed a billion dollars a year in sales. It has its own emoji, comes in flavors like pumpkin spice, mocha and banana, and is now available as an aromatherapy scent. … more

Jeffrey Miller, Colorado State University, The Conversation | 4/26/24

Demand for sustainability, AI, and equity and inclusion courses are on the rise globally among prospective business students

BestColleges reports on how inclusion and sustainability are increasingly important to prospective business students. more

Bennett Leckrone | 4/26/24

6 ways to find more money for college when federal student loans aren't enough

Experian offers options to help cover college expenses, from a budget review to cost-cutting, to a part-time job and grants and scholarships, if federal student loans just aren't enough. more

Allison Martin | 4/26/24

Gen Z is averaging higher credit scores than millennials: Is it financial competence or just good timing?

Rocket Loans analyzed its own data to see which generational group is faring better financially than the others. more

Lauren Nowacki | 4/26/24

Quitting your job to start a business? Here's advice from 4 successful entrepreneurs who have been there

Next Insurance highlights entrepreneurial success stories to motivate anyone wanting to start their own business. more

Wil Chan | 4/26/24

Military service members can now get reimbursed for pet-related moving expenses. Here's the safest way to fly with animals.

CitizenShipper compiled info from the Department of Agriculture, State Department, and Department of Travel to find the best, safest ways to move a pet. more

Andrea Vale | 4/26/24

Americans are more connected than ever—here's how much time people spend on their phones and how it's changed

Visible compared historical data from the Labor Department's American Time Use Survey to measure how much time Americans spend on their phones. more

Dom DiFurio, Data Work By Elena Cox | 4/26/24

National test scores reveal US students losing proficiency in history and civics

Study.com used data from The Nation's Report Card to explore declining test scores for history and civics subjects in the U.S. more

Natalie P. McNeal, Data Work By Emma Rubin | 4/26/24

Cashiers vs. digital ordering: What do people want, and at what cost?

Task Group summarized the rise in digital ordering over the past couple of years, its acceptance among customers, and its cost. more

Katherine Brown | 4/26/24

6 popular Kentucky Derby traditions, explained

OLBG compiled and discovered the history behind some of the Kentucky Derby's most popular annual traditions using a variety of online sources. more

Jake Kring-Schreifels | 4/26/24

30+ Summer Stock-Up Styles under $13

(BPT) - It’s a goooood week: Carter’s, the #1 baby and children’s apparel* brand, just announced the start of its Spring Doorbuster Week sale. Five days, hundreds of insane deals … more

4/26/24

Keep an eye on your vision. Regular eye exams can help reduce your risk of glaucoma.

Hispanics and African Americans at Higher Risk for Eye Disease

(NAPSI)—If you think you’d know if you were losing vision to an eye disease, you might want to think again. The symptoms of glaucoma can start so slowly that you may not notice them. That’s why … more

4/26/24

Comedian Craig Robinson Wants You To Microwave Your Cup Noodles

(BPT) - Many ramen fans are asking, “Wasn’t Cup Noodles always microwavable?” Recently, noodle fans nationwide were shocked to hear that they had been cooking their favorite meal … more

4/26/24

KITCHEN MAESTROS: (L-R) Kate Whelan, Tyler Lowe, Bruce Angelini and Harper Salinas pose for a team picture at the state Restaurant Management competition.

National competition on menu for student chefs

Four student chefs from the Warwick Area Career and Technical Center are flying to Baltimore today with hopes of winning a prestigious national competition. Warwick’s team of chefs- Bruce … more

By ADAM ZANGARI | 4/26/24

BACK TO BACK: Toll Gate’s Cooper Grossguth handles the ball last week. (Photos by Mike Zawistoski)

Titans heating up

The Toll Gate boys lacrosse team shook off an uneven start and has won two straight games with wins over Mt. Hope and Burrillville. The victories have helped the Titans get back to .500 and re-enter … more

By ALEX SPONSELLER | 4/26/24

Beyond the baby blues: Confronting pregnancy-related mental health challenges

(BPT) - By Dr. Lisa Saul, UnitedHealthcare’s National Medical Director, Maternal & Child Health Pregnancy and childbirth are often celebrated as incredible, remarkable events in a woman's … more

4/26/24

Too dark? Can car window tint be illegal?

Cheap Insurance reports on auto window tinting and how it affects drivers in different states. more

John Davey | 4/25/24

April 27, 2024