Education Department Reverses K-12 Funding Cancellation
The Education Department reverses its cancellation of K-12 pandemic relief funds. States can now request reimbursements for extended spending. Lawsuits and policy changes impacted the decision.
School Choice Debate: Funding, Legal Challenges & Black Family Support
Private school choice faces legal challenges and funding debates. GOP seeks tax incentives. Black families show strong support for educational opportunities. Public school advocates raise accountability concerns.
Denver Public Schools: Turnaround Strategy & Community Engagement
Alex Marrero's strategy for Denver Public Schools focuses on school improvement, community engagement, and addressing underperformance, aiming to avoid closures through proactive support and diverse input.
CTE Program Reforms: Interagency Contract & Education Department Concerns
A proposed interagency contract to shift CTE programs faces resistance. Concerns arise over the Education Department's role, potential inefficiencies, and legal challenges to the reforms. Trump administration's budget faces cuts.
OCR Layoffs: Civil Rights Investigations Halted, Education Department Ordered to Restore Staff
Education Department ordered to restore laid-off OCR staff after layoffs halt civil rights investigations. Discrimination complaints backlog grows, sparking legal action and concern for students.
Jensen Huang’s Nvidia Stock Sale: AI Boom & Financial Planning
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is selling up to $865M in Nvidia stock amidst the AI boom. Analysts see it as financial planning, not a lack of confidence, as Nvidia's prospects remain strong. Huang still holds a significant stake.
Pavel Durov: Telegram, Wealth, and Open-Source DNA
Pavel Durov, Telegram's founder, worth $13.9B, plans a non-profit future for the platform prioritizing privacy and free speech. He also intends to open-source his DNA and has a unique will.
AI Data Centers: Cooling Tech, Power Efficiency & Sustainability
AI data centers face heat & power challenges. Innovations in cooling (liquid, immersion), power distribution (high-voltage), & chip design boost efficiency, but sustainability remains a key concern. Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) becomes crucial.
Senate GOP Tax Bill: Tips, Overtime, and Business Breaks
Senate GOP's tax bill includes tax breaks on tips & overtime, extends business breaks, and adjusts SALT deduction. Aims for economic growth via incentives and domestic investment. Trump accounts for children included.
Senate Blocks GOP’s Attempt to Defund CFPB in Trump’s Megabill
Senate rules block Republicans from defunding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in Trump's megabill. Democrats vow to scrutinize the bill and fight funding cuts to protect consumers.
OpenAI’s Deepening Ties with the US Government & Defense
OpenAI is strengthening its government connections, securing a $200M Defense Department deal. This formalizes existing collaborations with agencies like NASA, focusing on AI applications in national security and healthcare.
DIY Budgeting: Plan, Save, and Succeed!
DIY projects require careful budgeting to avoid overspending. Plan phases, track expenses, utilize secondhand finds, and build in a 20% buffer. Smart choices lead to successful, stress-free projects. #DIY #Budgeting