Flickr The debate over women serving in the U.S. military, particularly in combat roles, has long been contentious. While many argue that women have proven their capability to meet the demands of these positions, others believe that their inclusion could potentially disrupt military effectiveness. At its core, this debate speaks to larger societal questions about…

 (@columbusacademy Instagram) Columbus Academy canceled classes on Tuesday, January 21, because of the freezing temperatures ranging from a low of 5 to a high of 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Students loved that they had an extra day of break following MLK Jr. Day, and I was glad to sleep in after watching Ohio State win the…

Flickr Since last week, new developments involving TikTok’s future in the U.S. have arisen. After the 12-hour shutdown on Sunday, January 19, the 75 day temporary extension is currently underway. Attention has turned to potential buyers who could tsecure the app’s future for its 170 million American users. Surfaced as possible buyers include billionaires Frank…

(Wikimedia) Here’s a look at what’s been happening in sports this week: The divisional round in the NFL has just wrapped up, so we looked at who punched their ticket into the Conference Championship games. The 1 seeded Kansas City Chiefs hosted the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium in frigid temperatures this weekend as the…

Flickr TikTok is more than just an app. It’s a creative outlet, a way to connect, and for some a livelihood. But its future in the United States is in jeopardy. The U.S. government was scheduled to ban TikTok on January 19 because it parent company, ByteDance, shares its data with the Chinese government that…

Just before New Year’s Eve, California Insurance Commissioner, Ricardo Lara, unveiled a new regulation intended to tackle the growing difficulties homeowners face in securing coverage and to establish a more resilient insurance market. While the announcement was hailed as a “landmark” move, its significance was quickly overshadowed by a series of devastating wildfires—beginning with the…

(Wikimedia Commons) Here’s a look at what’s been happening in the sports world: The College Football National Championship is set, with Ohio State taking on Notre Dame next Monday, January 20, in Atlanta.  The Notre Dame Fighting Irish faced off against The Penn State Nittany Lions in the Orange Bowl on Thursday of last week.…

Flickr The Department of Education (DOE) is a critical part of the U.S. government, focusing on schools and learning. It helps set rules for education, provides funding to schools, and works to ensure all students have access to quality education. Additionally, the DOE supports teachers and develops programs aimed at improving learning across the nation.…

(Wikimedia)  It has been a busy few weeks in college football, with rivalry week, conference championships, and the announcement of the inaugural 12-team playoff seeding. First, rivals all around the nation faced off in the final week of the regular season. Notable games included Georgia vs. Georgia Tech, which saw the Bulldogs prevail after eight(!)…

(Courtesy/Ms. Bening) Each winter, Service Board hosts its annual Kids 4 Kids a school-wide event to  support 30 families in partnership with The Childhood League and Royal Manor Elementary. Lower school students collect donations, help wrap gifts, shop for extra food items and create snack boxes.  Middle schoolers gather the food donation bins and create…