Schools & Kids
Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Middlesex County
Private school funding expands to nearly half of U.S. states
Texas joined a growing number of states offering public money for private education this fall. Nearly half of all American students now live in states with some form of school choice program.
Trump's Approval Rating Sits at 39.8% in Week 73 of Second Term
President Trump's approval rating stands at 39.8% during the 73rd week of his second term. A notable divide has emerged among his electoral coalition, with more than half of white voters without college degrees expressing unhappiness with his economic approach.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
New Allergy Training Mandate Proposed for UK Schools
New legislation, known as Benedict's Law, proposes mandatory allergy training for UK school staff. The initiative follows the 2021 death of Benedict Blythe due to an accidental allergen exposure at school. The law aims to ensure staff can respond to severe allergic reactions.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court asked to block Texas app law requiring age verification
A student advocacy group and tech industry association asked the Supreme Court on Monday to restore a federal judge's order blocking Texas from enforcing a law that requires age verification and parental consent for minors to access apps. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals suspended the lower court's injunction in June.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Decision Reviewed
A University of Virginia law professor offered insights into the U.S. Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision. The discussion centered on the ruling's framework.
Saturday, July 18, 2026