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London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

AstraZenca pulls Covid vaccine

AstraZeneca has withdrawn its Covid vaccine globally due to rare blood clot risks, despite saving over 6.5 million lives and being recognized for its role in ending the pandemic. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
Coronavirus

Drownings rose among young children after decades of decline. It's 'highly concerning,' CDC says

During the pandemic, drowning rates among children 1-4 in the U.S. significantly increased due to limited pool access and swim lessons. [ more ]
Time Out New York
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

A moving COVID-19 memorial is now open at Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn

The memorial at Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery honors those lost to COVID-19 and those suffering from long COVID. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Incarcerated people died 3.5 times more frequently at Covid peak than those outside report

In 2020, incarcerated people faced a significantly higher mortality rate due to COVID-19, especially impacting older generations. [ more ]
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work-life-balance
South China Morning Post
6 days ago
Remote teams

Shirkers or smarter workers? Gen Z is winning Asia's tug of war over work

Employers across Asia had to become more flexible due to pandemic remote-working practices, leading to a cultural shift in employment dynamics.
New guidelines in Singapore allow employees to request more flexible work arrangements, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance. [ more ]
Fast Company
4 days ago
Remote teams

Hybrid work needs a performance review

Hybrid work is now a staple, driven by pre-existing trends and accelerated by the pandemic, with employees globally desiring flexibility and work-life balance. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Health

Postpartum depression soared in 2020. Four years later, has anything changed?

Postpartum depression can often be overlooked or dismissed but seeking help and support is crucial for recovery and well-being. [ more ]
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Education
Los Angeles Times
7 hours ago
Education

California public school enrollment drops again, but transitional kindergarten is up

Enrollment decline in California slows compared to pandemic years. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Education

Are your kids being spied on? The rise of anti-cheating software in US schools

Online schools use remote proctoring tools for exam integrity, sacrificing student privacy for convenience. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Education

Opinion | How to Reduce Student Absenteeism

Pandemic-related cultural shifts are contributing to chronic absenteeism in schools. Rethinking the culture of education by making learning engaging and student-centered can significantly reduce absenteeism rates. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
Education

Degrees earned fall again, certificates on the rise

College degrees declined after years of growth
Associate degree earners declined significantly [ more ]
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economic-challenges
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
Business

The shocking state of the restaurant industry: 'We can't afford to be open. We can't afford to be closed.'

Running a restaurant during economic crises can lead to challenges where closure may be unaffordable, causing financial strain and uncertainty. [ more ]
Eater NY
2 weeks ago
NYC food

A West Village Staple and Seven More Closings

The article documents permanent restaurant and bar closures in the city, emphasizing reasons like refocusing, economic challenges, and business downturn. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

More than 3,000 clubs, pubs and bars have closed in London since the pandemic

Late night venues in London, including pubs, bars, and nightclubs, are facing closures due to the pandemic and other challenges.
Factors contributing to the struggles of late night venues include soaring energy bills, high rent, and a decline in drinking habits. [ more ]
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financial-challenges
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Design

'The city's grind can be hell, but it's an Edenic garden of inspiration': young artists on why they are sticking it out in New York

Struggles of a young artist in New York. Huang stopped art due to financial challenges but resumed during the pandemic, showcasing his work. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Music venue Bush Hall needs to raise 42,000 in four months or close down

Bush Hall in Shepherd's Bush faces closure without 42,000
Small grassroots music venues struggle post-pandemic [ more ]
Mission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

The Sycamore seeks help to pay for storm damages

Community support for local business is crucial in times of need
Financial setbacks continue for small businesses post-pandemic [ more ]
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remote-work
Grist
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

The problem with forcing people back to the office? All the carbon emissions.

Remote work during the pandemic significantly reduced global carbon emissions by 7%, hinting at the potential for companies to further cut emissions through remote work. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Remote teams

Remote customer service jobs: What they pay & how to get one

Customer service jobs available remotely vary in pay and experience requirements. BPOs offer entry-level positions, while insurance companies offer higher-paid roles.
Remote work in customer service can be competitive, especially for entry-level applicants. The idea of working from home gained traction during the pandemic. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Education

A Crisis of School Absences

Chronic school absenteeism in the U.S. has significantly increased since before the pandemic, affecting 26% of students in the most recent school year.
Absenteeism has become a widespread issue impacting students across all demographic groups, regardless of the school's socioeconomic status or size. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Education

Kids missing more school since pandemic, CBC analysis finds | CBC News

Exclusive data compiled by CBC News shows a significant increase in students missing school post-pandemic.
Reasons for increased student absences include illness, bullying, and lack of support services, varying by district and school. [ more ]
new-york-city
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Is New York Better Off Than It Was 7 Years Ago? New Yorkers Say No.

Residents in different NYC neighborhoods have varied opinions on quality of life. The survey shows dissatisfaction with education, safety, and cleanliness in the city. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

NYC's population shrunk by 78,000 last year, census estimates show

Nearly 78,000 residents left NYC in 2023
NYC lost over 550,000 residents between April 2020 and July 2023 due to the pandemic. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

Is New York City Back? Not for Everyone.

New York City is experiencing a significant economic recovery post-pandemic.
Despite the overall recovery, there are still challenges such as high poverty rates, housing shortages, and budget deficits. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC spent almost $2.5B providing welfare checks to over 750K residents - the most it's paid out in over a decade

New York City provided a record number of cash assistance to residents last year.
Mayor Adams has budgeted $2.46 billion to provide cash assistance this year, the highest amount in at least a decade. [ more ]
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remote-work
NZ Herald
2 months ago
Mental health

Four reasons why working from home benefits you and your employer

Working from home during the pandemic led to more sleep and increased alcohol consumption.
Flexibility to work from home can have positive impacts on physical and mental health, saving time and promoting physical activity. [ more ]
Phys
2 months ago
Mental health

Working from home can make workers healthier and happier, benefits employers

Working from home during the pandemic led to increased sleep and alcohol intake.
Giving workers the flexibility to work from home can benefit their physical and mental health. [ more ]
TheGamer
2 months ago
Remote teams

Return To Office Orders Are A Mistake, But Game Studios Don't Care

Remote working offered flexibility and improved work-life balance for employees.
Pandemic-induced remote work highlighted and attempted to address the crunch culture in the game development industry. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
2 months ago
Remote teams

How To Make That Temporary Work-From-Home Arrangement More Permanent

Remote work culture shifted dramatically during the pandemic, with a significant increase in work-from-home days.
Not all companies view remote work positively, as seen by executives like Reed Hastings and Bob Iger advocating for a return to the office. [ more ]
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www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Young Reporter | The Ink of Covid Still Stains. Gisele Way, SJS.

Pandemic's long-term impact on children's mental health
Socioeconomic disparities in pandemic effects [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Dr. Phil and 'The View' hosts clash after he says kids suffered more from school lockdowns than COVID

Lockdowns during the pandemic had negative impacts on children's mental health and safety.
Dr Phil criticized the decision to shut down schools and highlighted the negative consequences on children. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Business

Instacart will soon let users order food in the app from Uber Eats

Instacart and Uber Eats partner for restaurant delivery on Instacart app. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Business

Latest GDP figures offer some better news but boom-boom Britain it ain't

Britain's economy shows signs of recovery after the pandemic, but the growth has been weaker compared to the past and living standards are at risk of falling. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
Business

UK unemployment rate rises to highest level in almost a year

Unemployment rate in Britain rose to 4.3% - highest in nearly a year. Average earnings growth remained at 6%. Challenges in labor supply persist due to pandemic impacts. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago
Health

Americans Are Lonelier than Europeans in Middle Age

The pandemic has led to a rise in loneliness among middle-aged Americans, impacting productivity and social interactions. [ more ]
Axios
2 months ago
Health

Deaths from drinking surged during pandemic: CDC

Excessive drinking deaths surged during the pandemic.
Alcohol-related fatalities have risen over five years. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
Health

Child obesity in pandemic could have lifelong effects, study says

Tens of thousands of children in England became overweight or obese during the pandemic.
Measures are needed to tackle childhood obesity, especially for children under five. [ more ]
South China Morning Post
4 days ago
Remote teams

'Treat people like adults': Australia, New Zealand take work from home to heart

Employer-employee dynamics impact productivity and recruitment. [ more ]
https://scoop.upworthy.com
1 month ago
Remote teams

CEO allegedly tells employees to 'go somewhere else' if they want to work from home, so they all quit

Employees are becoming more aware of their rights in the workplace post-pandemic.
Some companies are retracting work-from-home options despite promising flexibility during the pandemic. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Data science

Model-Boat Sailing Returns to Central Park

Model boats returned to Central Park's pond since 2019 with new concessionaire Rocking the Boat teaching youths about boats. [ more ]
Poynter
1 month ago
Data science

No, crime has not 'skyrocketed' under Joe Biden, as Rep. Nancy Mace claimed - Poynter

Crime has not skyrocketed under President Biden; violent crimes have actually declined.
Criminologists attribute crime patterns to pandemic disruptions, with some crime types rising but others falling. [ more ]
BRANDON DONNELLY
1 month ago
Data science

Office utilization continues to climb

Office occupancy in Toronto is steadily increasing from the pandemic low, with an average weekly of 63%
The return to office is ongoing, and the final equilibrium post-pandemic is still uncertain [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
California

California's population grew in 2023, halting 3 years of decline

California's population grew slightly in 2023, ending a three-year decline due to various factors including the pandemic and migration patterns. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
California

Despite Law In Place, Suspensions Still Common At State-Funded Early Education Programs | KQED

Suspending or expelling children from preschool is common, with disproportionate impact on Black children, boys, and kids with learning differences. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Did California save taxpayer dollars on leased office space during the pandemic? See the data

Telework during the pandemic saved the state money on office space leases.
State spending on new and renewed leases post-pandemic remained consistent despite an increase in lease terminations. [ more ]
Polygon
2 weeks ago
Film

Studios are sacrificing 2024's blockbuster movies to boost 2025's box office

Movie theaters are slowly recovering financially post-pandemic, with hopeful projections indicating a return to nearly 2019 levels by 2025. [ more ]
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
Film

Post-strikes and 'Barbenheimer': What's in store for Hollywood this summer movie season?

Hollywood learns to pivot quickly amidst strikes and the pandemic, resulting in successful box office numbers in the summer of 2023. [ more ]
AnOther
1 month ago
Film

Civil War: How the Rise of Populism Inspired Alex Garland's New Film

Garland's film 'Men' features journalists as heroes in a dystopian setting, highlighting their importance amid rising populism.
The film, made during the pandemic, reflects on journalists being disempowered and society's susceptibility to extremism. [ more ]
Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

Kona Bicycle Brand To Be Sold

Kent Outdoors plans to sell Kona Bikes post-pandemic bike sales boom to focus on their watersports business. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Writing

I stayed in a backpacker hostel in Paris and here's what happened

Hostel culture and prices in Paris have transformed due to the pandemic and events like the Olympics, making Airbnb a more popular and economical choice for travelers. [ more ]
GameSpot
4 weeks ago
Video games

With Fallout 5 Coming, Bethesda Boss Explains Why Its Games Take So Long To Make

The development of Bethesda Game Studios' titles, including Fallout 5, takes time due to various factors like technology updates, team resourcing, and pandemic impacts. [ more ]
New York Post
4 weeks ago
New York City

Number of vacant NYC storefronts has nearly doubled since the pandemic: 'Creating havoc'

Empty retail space in NYC has almost doubled since the pandemic, causing various issues like homelessness and theft. [ more ]
PUNCH
4 weeks ago
Beer

Have We Hunted the Beer Whale to Extinction?

The pandemic has shifted the dynamics of craft beer sales, impacting the demand for highly sought-after 'beer whales'. [ more ]
NYC real estate
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

An Upper West Side Home With Wallpaper Murals and Terrazzo Everywhere

Renovating a cramped duplex takes time and patience. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Members-Only Mania: Why Are More Private Clubs Popping Up in New York?

Casa Cipriani offers exclusive amenities and membership at a steep price in NYC's financial district.
New private clubs in NYC are filling the voids left by the pandemic, offering a sense of community and utilizing empty office spaces. [ more ]
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Austin Monitor
1 month ago
Austin

Austin's airport is getting a new concourse and 20 more gates but not until the 2030s - Austin Monitor

ABIA's Concourse B facing delays due to pandemic but aims to accommodate 40 gates by 2030 to meet surging passenger demand. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

1 in 4 deaths of Canadians age 22 to 39 in 2021 was opioid related in 2021, researchers find | CBC News

Opioid-related deaths in Canada doubled between 2019 and 2021, prompting a call for targeted harm-reduction policies. [ more ]
Law
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Dean Of Law School That Saw Worst Drop In Rank Has Choice Words About U.S. News Law School Ranking

Dean questions institutional excellence in light of ranking
Louisville Law's decline attributed to pandemic-era challenges [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Bar Exam National Mean Score Is Up (But Still Lower Than In Prior Years)

The trend is moving back toward pre-Covid numbers in mean and examinee count.
There has been a 2.2 point score decline over the past three years. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

That's Certainly *One* Way To Work At Cravath

Cravath historically focused on home-grown talent, avoiding lateral hires.
In 2021, Cravath started to look for a recruitment manager for lateral hires. [ more ]
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euronews
1 month ago
Marketing

Laid-off workers turn to content creation for more flexibility

Content creation offers flexibility for those laid off, attracting individuals like Grace Xu.
Online content creation presents revenue opportunities through advertising and brand deals. [ more ]
Hubspot
1 month ago
Marketing

Diving Deep Into Marketing in Construction (My Takeaways)

Demand for home improvement services surged in 2020 due to the pandemic, leading to targeted marketing campaigns by construction companies.
Despite a decline in interest in construction due to economic factors in 2024, it is advised to focus on marketing efforts during this time. [ more ]
Digiday
1 month ago
Marketing

How LinkedIn has quietly become the talk of the content creator community

LinkedIn's transformation into a content hub has been accelerated by the global pandemic.
The platform's attention on creators, algorithm changes, rise of influencers, and introduction of newsletters have contributed to this shift. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

The Drum

OTT consumption has surged globally due to the pandemic, with Southeast Asians streaming billions of minutes on mobile devices. Over 80% of OTT customers use mobile for content consumption. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
SF real estate

Homebuying Season: What Recent Data Suggests for 2024

Shortage of homes will continue in 2024, keeping prices high despite potential mortgage rate drops.
Historic seasonal trends disrupted by the pandemic, but some normalization expected in 2024 with continued supply-demand imbalance. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Warning British rents could surge by 13 per cent over next three years

Rents in the UK may surge by 13% in the next three years
Rent levels have been influenced by the pandemic and rising wages. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Girls suffered more academically during Covid

Girls' education more negatively affected by pandemic than boys
Gender gap in education widened during pandemic [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany news

Germany: Violent crime reaches 15-year high report DW 04/06/2024

Recorded violent crime in Germany rose significantly, reaching a 15-year high.
Overall crime in Germany increased by 5.5% in 2023, with a 9.3% rise compared to 2019. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

This is why NY's storefronts won't stop going to pot

Proliferation of unlicensed pot shops despite government crackdown
Pandemic-induced economic trends and licensing hurdles enabled the rise of illegal marijuana dealers. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Don't betray NY workers who braved pandemic

Essential workers faced peril during the COVID pandemic
Mom-and-pop workers in New York need urgent protection from persistent retail theft [ more ]
BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Franchise Creep on Fifth Avenue Takes Flavor Out of Park Slope

Rihanna's Savage x Fenty opening at Fifth Ave. and Dean St.
Gentrification causing shift towards franchises on Fifth Avenue in Brooklyn. [ more ]
Time Out New York
1 month ago
Wine

NYC will gets its own Florence-style wine window at Please Tell Me

Wine windows tradition from Italy introduced in a New York wine bar.
New addition of wine window with natural and organic wine selections at a NYC bar. [ more ]
AnOther
1 month ago
Design

Inside the Archives of Fashion's Most Obsessive Collectors

The pandemic made people rethink their relationship with clothing, focusing on introspection and reflection.
Collecting fashion involves qualities like patience, thoughtfulness, and personal intrigue, as celebrated in the book by stylist Alexandra Carl. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Big San Jose office building heads to foreclosure after loan default

Seismic shifts in the Bay Area office market due to the pandemic have led to loan defaults and foreclosure proceedings.
The office building at 10 West Tasman Drive in San Jose is facing foreclosure due to delinquency on a $29 million loan. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 month ago
Boston

'Boston, we have a problem': More high schoolers are feeling hopeless, new report says

High rates of persistent sadness and anxiety in Boston's youth and adults.
City of Boston launching a $21 million initiative to enhance behavioral health services for children and families. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Education

Shared Space, Rising Tensions for 2 Schools

Enrollment disparities between two cohabiting schools in Manhattan highlight urban education challenges. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

How Wild Animals Actually Responded to Our COVID Lockdowns

Increased mountain lion activity during park closure
Nature's response to human activities is complex [ more ]
Irish Independent
1 month ago
Public health

Long-Covid four years on 'Things have not got better - and I now have another disorder'

Long-Covid can persist for years after initial infection, impacting daily life.
Even after countries move on from the pandemic, individuals like Miriam Cullen continue to suffer from long-term effects of Covid. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Public health

NYC students' vaccination rates still below pre-pandemic levels: Health Dept

Immunization rates in NYC schools below pre-pandemic levels
Vaccination rates declined due to pandemic and misinformation [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Education

What the Data Says About Pandemic School Closures, Four Years Later

Extended school closures did not significantly stop the spread of Covid-19, while causing large and long-lasting academic harms for children.
Remote learning was a key driver of academic declines during the pandemic, holding true across income levels. [ more ]
Forbes
2 months ago
Women in technology

3 Reasons Women Are Reentering The Workforce At A Record Pace

Women lead labor force rebound post-pandemic
Gender pay gap narrows as women's workforce participation rises [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Supporting students with executive function struggles (opinion)

College students are struggling with basic life management skills.
Communication challenges with professors and unclear expectations exacerbate students' sense of being overwhelmed. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Parenting

Opinion | Child Care Is Just a Huge Mess.' Will Government Finally Fix It?

The sudden closure of child care centers is leaving parents and teachers in a difficult situation.
The child care industry is facing financial stress exacerbated by the pandemic and structural issues. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Parenting

With Pandemic Money Gone, Child Care Is an Industry on the Brink

Child care industry faces financial struggles post-pandemic
Staffing shortages impact child care operations [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Nightlife boss attacks Sadiq Khan over London 24-hour city claims

Nightlife industry figure criticizes London's 24-hour city claim by Mayor Sadiq Khan due to lack of infrastructure support after 11 pm. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

New Year's Day, hour by hour, 2024 in pictures

Photography captures raw emotions of non-models
Questioning authenticity through neon lights and ambiance
Challenges faced by street performers in London due to pandemic [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Figuring out Hollywood's new script in a post-strike era

AI can be an additive tool in Hollywood's creative process.
Movie theaters have struggled to recover post-pandemic. [ more ]
https://scoop.upworthy.com
2 months ago
Career

Recruiting expert shares why employees are less engaged today compared to the 2000s and it's on point

Employees are increasingly disengaged from their work and companies, regardless of the pandemic.
Employee engagement declined in 2023, with only 33% being engaged, showing a decrease compared to the pandemic peak of 40%. [ more ]
Mail Online
2 months ago
Mental health

Uzbekistan is the ONLY nation more miserable than Britain

The UK had a wellbeing score of 49, while the global average is 65. Impoverished countries like the Dominican Republic and Tanzania scored higher.
Mental health in Western countries, particularly affluent ones, was negatively impacted by factors like addiction to mobile phones, fast food consumption, and working from home. [ more ]
Axios
2 months ago
Mental health

Antidepressant prescribing for youths surged during COVID

Rise in antidepressant dispensing for females 12-17 and 18-25
Possible neglect of mental health care for young males during the pandemic. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Food & drink

Le Creuset just released its first outdoor cookware line, and it comes in only one color

Le Creuset introduces Alpine Outdoor Collection designed for open-flame cooking
Outdoor cooking growing in popularity due to flavor, experience, and health concerns [ more ]
Eater SF
2 months ago
SF food

This San Francisco Deli Chain Is About to Close Its Final Two Locations

Local businesses in Downtown San Francisco are struggling post-pandemic, with closures impacting long-standing establishments like Lee's Deli.
City-mandated policies like minimum wage increases and challenges related to age and energy are contributing to the closure of iconic establishments in San Francisco. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Music

Mannequin Pussy's Music Is Built on Big Emotions (and Inside Jokes)

Pigs are pack animals similar to touring rock bands
Mannequin Pussy's music evolved to include shoegazey sound, sharp hooks, and vulnerability. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Wellness

What to Know About the HPV Vaccine and Cancer Prevention

HPV vaccine is highly effective in preventing cervical and other types of cancers caused by the virus.
Uptake of HPV vaccine remains low due to safety concerns, lack of knowledge, and perceived unnecessary need. [ more ]
Chalkbeat
2 months ago
Education

Why do teachers quit teaching? An educator-led project at Lawrence schools wants to find out

Remote work benefits for teachers being discussed in Lawrence schools' project
Teacher retention rates dropped post-pandemic and efforts are being made to address the issue. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Education

Teachers Are Missing More School, and There Are Too Few Substitutes

Teacher absences are on the rise in schools across the country, with an increase in the number of teachers missing 11 days or more.
National shortage of substitute teachers has worsened since the pandemic, causing challenges in finding replacements for absent teachers. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
UX design

The pandemic didn't kill retail. It made it better

Retail design has improved and become more engaging and effective due to the challenges presented by the pandemic.
The intersection of the physical, human, and digital aspects of retail design is a major trend shaping the industry today. [ more ]
Chalkbeat
3 months ago
Education

This proposed NYC middle school will be 'genderful.' Here's what that means.

The pandemic and social media have had a significant impact on the mental health of middle school students, leading to increased anxiety and addiction issues.
There is an increasing number of students who are exploring and embracing their gender identities, leading to a greater demand for inclusive and affirming educational environments. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago
Education

Test scores in Berkeley have rebounded faster than in most California districts

Berkeley elementary and middle school students in California have shown improvement in test scores since before the pandemic, outpacing most school districts in the state.
Students in school districts with wealthier families tended to have less learning loss during the pandemic. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
Education

Recovery in math, reading scores is underway - but slowly

American students' academic performance stopped declining during the pandemic and began to improve last year
Scores in reading and math remain lower than pre-pandemic levels [ more ]
Chalkbeat
3 months ago
Education

A math problem with no easy solution: Regents scores plummeted during pandemic

Scores on math Regents exams in NYC high schools dropped during the pandemic and have not recovered.
The decline was most significant for higher-level math courses, indicating challenges in helping students recover. [ more ]
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