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Movie reviews for the lifelong learner; films about inspiring educators, the college experience, high school woes, education rights worldwide and more.

The Dark Side of New York
It started with the smell. Not the usual New York mix of exhaust, halal carts, and warm garbage. No, this was deeper. Fainter. Like rotting flowers left too long in a sealed crypt. It wafted up through subway grates in lower Manhattan, clinging to your coat long after you left the platform. Most people ignored it.
By Asad zameer7 months ago in Education
📲 TikTok & Short‑Form Climbing
📲 TikTok & Short‑Form Climbing: Seeds for Vocal Articles How Viral Clips Are Shaping the Future of Storytelling—And Why Writers Should Care
By abualyaanart7 months ago in Education
The Box of Letters
After thirty-eight years of teaching, the day I retired felt strangely quiet. The bustling halls, the chatter, the endless stack of papers—it was all gone. Just like that, the classroom that had been my second home was empty, echoes fading.
By Ziauddin 7 months ago in Education
Exposure to Artificial Light at Night Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Disease, Study Finds
A recent medical study has revealed that spending prolonged periods exposed to artificial light at night could have harmful effects on heart health.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
Serious Surveillance and Espionage Threats From Bluetooth Headphones: Security Experts Warn
Bluetooth headphones and wireless audio devices have become an integral part of modern life, offering convenience and freedom from tangled cables. However, alongside their widespread use, a new and serious security threat has emerged. Security researchers have warned that advanced Bluetooth headphones harbor dangerous vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to not only compromise the devices themselves but also gain access to the smartphones connected to them.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
NASA Develops Device That Can Detect Even the Slightest Movement of Victims Trapped Under Debris
NASA has developed a groundbreaking device capable of detecting the faintest movements of human bodies trapped under rubble after disasters such as earthquakes, avalanches, and building collapses. This innovative technology, named FINDER, has already proven its life-saving potential. It was successfully deployed in 2023 to help rescue survivors buried beneath debris after the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
Scientists Develop Bubble Wrap Gel That Can Produce Drinking Water From Air
In a groundbreaking advance that could transform access to clean drinking water around the world, scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an innovative gel that looks like bubble wrap and can harvest water vapor from the air—without relying on electricity or solar power.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
TikTok Preparing to Launch New App Version for U.S. Users Amid Potential Sale
TikTok, the globally popular video-sharing platform, is preparing to roll out a new version of its app specifically designed for U.S. users as it navigates the uncertainties surrounding its potential sale in the United States.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
China’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach $3.3174 Trillion by End of June 2025
According to China Global Television Network (CGTN), citing data from the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), China’s foreign exchange reserves surged to $3.3174 trillion at the end of June 2025. This marks an increase of $32.2 billion, or approximately 0.98 percent, compared to the reserves recorded at the end of May.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Education
Looking back with grandeur: Oasis kick off reunion tour in Cardiff with triumphant, nostalgic gig
Swaggering, cocksure and incredibly loud, Oasis burst back on to the live music scene on Friday night with an accomplished – if ever so slightly distanced – debut gig on their reunion world tour.
By SHYAKA MARS7 months ago in Education
Text therapy: study finds couples who use emojis in text messages feel closer
Using emojis in text messages enhances connection and fun in close personal relationships, US study finds The secret to a good relationship may be staring smartphone users in the face.
By SHYAKA MARS7 months ago in Education
Stop counting sheep – and 13 more no-nonsense tips for getting back to sleep
Don’t count sheep Bad news for that old favourite, counting sheep. “It has been studied and it doesn’t work,” says Dr Eidn Mahmoudzadeh, a Manchester GP and co-founder of The Sleep Project, which offers support for sleeplessness at all ages. “It is too simple and mundane; people don’t carry on, they just get bored and their thoughts wander to worrying about sleep.” Counterintuitively, you should go for something more mentally challenging, he says, to distract the brain.
By SHYAKA MARS7 months ago in Education