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For these incarcerated students, online school has been a disaster

For these incarcerated students, online school has been a disaster

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — To earn his freedom, 15-year-old Cayden Gillespie had to complete three school assignments a day. But school had gone virtual for Cayden and other incarcerated young people in Florida. And sometimes, he didn't understand it.
Melania Trump demands Hunter Biden retract 'extremely salacious' Epstein comments

Melania Trump demands Hunter Biden retract 'extremely salacious' Epstein comments

WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Melania Trump demanded that Hunter Biden retract comments linking her to sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein and threatened to sue if he does not.
Surrounded by water, Dutch swimmers have plenty of places to cool off

Surrounded by water, Dutch swimmers have plenty of places to cool off

AMSTERDAM (AP) — While Parisians have recently rediscovered the pleasure of swimming in the Seine , Amsterdammers have been enjoying a cooling dip in the Dutch capital's Ij waterway for years.
Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' shares release date

Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' shares release date

NEW YORK (AP) — Look what you made her do — Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” It will arrive October 3, she revealed Wednesday.
South Korean Supreme Court dismisses US composer's 'Baby Shark' copyright claim

South Korean Supreme Court dismisses US composer's 'Baby Shark' copyright claim

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s Supreme Court rejected a 30 million won ($21,600) damage claim Thursday by an American composer who accused a South Korean kids content company of plagiarizing his version of “Baby Shark,” ending a six-year leg
One Tech Tip: This summer, don't let your phone overheat

One Tech Tip: This summer, don't let your phone overheat

LONDON (AP) — The summer holidays are here and many of us will heading off on trips to hot and sunny destinations, and bringing our electronic devices along. But don't forget that phones, tablets and other electronics are vulnerable to extreme heat.
Escape the crowds at Versailles with a trip to Vincennes, Paris' quieter chateau

Escape the crowds at Versailles with a trip to Vincennes, Paris' quieter chateau

PARIS (AP) — For visitors to France overwhelmed by the crowds at Versailles , the Paris region offers a calmer chateau experience: The fortress of Vincennes, a medieval royal residence with the tallest keep in Europe that once held renowned figures s
Takeaways from AP's investigation into online school for incarcerated teens

Takeaways from AP's investigation into online school for incarcerated teens

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No matter the offense, states must educate students in juvenile detention . It’s a complicated challenge, no doubt — and success stories are scarce.
TIFF backtracks after pulling Oct. 7 documentary, denies censorship

TIFF backtracks after pulling Oct. 7 documentary, denies censorship

TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival has changed course after pulling a documentary about the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel from its lineup.
How to get kids back on a sleep schedule for the school year

How to get kids back on a sleep schedule for the school year

NEW YORK (AP) — After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night’s sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class.
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