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Daily Video February 08 2016

How drones could help predict tornadoes

A multi-million dollar science grant will help researchers look at new ways to predict severe weather in Oklahoma where 100 tornadoes struck in just the past year.

Student Voices February 08 2016

New Hampshire teen tells young people to get out and vote

I used to pay no attention to politics, like any other teenager. But from my first town hall meeting I was fascinated about everything from analyzing the supporters there to actually listening to the way candidates address their audience.

Lesson Plan February 06 2016

Lesson Plan: A history of discrimination and its consequences

"A History of Discrimination and Its Consequences" lesson plan allows students to think about the battles fought during the Civil Rights Movement in order for every citizen to be able to achieve the American Dream.

DraftKings Inc. And FanDuel Inc. Applications As Ad Spending Increases

Daily Video February 05 2016

Fantasy sports: gambling or skills-based fun?

Online fantasy sports leagues have exploded in popularity as companies scramble to attract new players to the online betting forums, but the odds of making money are not in the average players’ favor.

Lesson Plan February 05 2016

Lesson Plan: What is Discrimination?

This lesson on discrimination is designed for middle and high school students with intellectual disabilities. It is designed specifically for students who have difficulty with verbal and written expression.

Post February 05 2016

World news quiz: Groundhog Day and world leaders

The U.S. breathed a sigh of relief when Punxsutawney Phil failed to see his shadow, predicting an early spring. Do other countries have such a furry forecaster? Take our 5-minute quiz to get this answer and more.

Lesson Plan February 04 2016

Personal Reflections on the Poetry of Maya Angelou - Lesson Plan

Students will watch and read Maya Angelou’s poem, “On the Pulse of Morning,” then analyze and reflect on the words of this Renaissance woman.

Daily Video February 04 2016

Presidential candidates look toward New Hampshire primary

Even as candidates turn their attention to the approaching New Hampshire primary next week, controversy from Monday’s Iowa caucus results continued.

Daily Video February 03 2016

New York Times runs never-before-published photos for Black History Month

The New York Times has published a collection of never-before-seen photographs that help fill in the overall portrait of African-American culture and history.

Daily Video February 02 2016

Clinton and Cruz win Iowa caucuses

Monday’s Iowa caucuses ended in victory for Republican Senator Ted Cruz and an extremely close win for Hillary Clinton in the Democratic race.

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