The state decided that the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium offers it a chance to share assessment goals with neighboring states.

North Dakota and Wyoming state superintendents said this week that they will soon hire new testing vendors.

The principal of a school in Kentucky went back to the drawing board on his school's schedule after hearing author Daniel Pink talk about what children really need.

In five northern U.S. states, black students comprise more than a fifth of ELL enrollment.

A school district in a small Arkansas city has installed steel safe rooms in every classroom.

In five northern U.S. states, black students comprise more than a fifth of ELL enrollment.

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee has released its second set of rankings, and Clemson football's moved up to No. 20 following a 24-14 win over Virginia Tech. Starting at No. 23 in last week’s CFP rankings, the Tigers’ latest rise highlights thei

Caroline Fenton & Jason Fitz react to the second edition of the 2024 College Football Playoff Rankings, discuss Heisman pretenders vs. contenders and preview the biggest matchups of Week 12.

Countries today endorsed a set of wide-reaching guidelines that will boost the already vital [...]

The first in a series of Conference side events, the high-level panel on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) was held on Saturday. The aim of this event was to present [...]

Rome - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Grow Asia, a multi-stakeholder partnership platform that brings together farmers, the private sector, governments, [...]

The 2009 FAO Agreement on Port State Measures to prevent, deter, and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (PSMA) has reached 100 States that are now officially [...]

Zookeepers at the National Zoo keep orangutans mentally stimulated with an innovative use of iPads

If you need something while up in space, soon all you'll have to do is print it.

Scientists are researching how the rodent can become less susceptible to its feline foe.

Dismembered war captives from the 17th century uneartherd

A crow named Icarus uses a short tool to extract a long tool, which he then uses to fish out a piece of meat.

When plasma falls to the surface it results in a dazzling display known as coronal rain

Researchers from South Korea have discovered a unconventional way to produce gasoline.

Travel to Oregon, Minnesota, North Dakota and Rhode Island to see beautiful autumn foliage and much more. --- For more videos from Smithsonian Magazine: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/videos/ Digital Editorial Director: Brian Wolly Supervising Producer & Scriptwriter: Michelle Mehrtens Video Editor: Sierra Theobald

A new law enforcement tool is marking alleged criminals without their knowledge

The CIA used birds, cats and even dolphins to help them on covert operations.

Tired of waiting to catch your flight? Then strap on your very own jetpack and off you go!

But at speeds nearing 100 mph, there's a fine line between helping and hurting

From charming streets to stunning scenery, consider Hawaii, Idaho, Massachusetts, or New York for your next summer adventure. --- For more videos from Smithsonian Magazine: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/videos/ Digital Editorial Director: Brian Wolly Supervising Producer & Scriptwriter: Michelle Mehrtens Producer: Nicki Marko Producer: Sierra Theobald Editor: Michael Kneller

This spring, take a break and smell the flowers in New Mexico, Kansas, California and New Jersey. --- For more videos from Smithsonian Magazine: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/videos/ Digital Editorial Director: Brian Wolly Supervising Producer & Scriptwriter: Michelle Mehrtens Video Editor: Sierra Theobald

Orbiting Barnard's star, the nearest solo star to Earth, the world is too hot to be habitable—a scorching 257 degrees Fahrenheit

Experts say that the trove of silver currency is official treasure and includes coins from England and Ireland

A special committee has until January 15 to finalize the design, location and funding for a monument that will be erected on the lawn of the South Carolina State House

The Town of Kensington, P.E.I., has committed to implementing a new campaign to end gender-based violence.

A heartfelt initiative is taking root in some small towns across eastern Ontario where light and hydro poles are being adorned with banners that pay tribute to local veterans.

After Canada Post workers gave a 72-hour notice to strike early Tuesday, some Calgary business owners are worried about what this means for holiday season sales. 

She only came for a week, but impacted lives of several families with children with autism. Isabel Black shares about her experiences in Montenegro.

Leading CAD Software Optimizes Core Design Functions for an Improved Design Experience

SolidWorks CAD Software Enables Engineering Students to Fit ‘CubeSat’ Components Into a Four-Inch Square Box

#1 3D CAD software is first in industry to be highlighted in popular series renowned for clarity, humor, and gentleness

Hardbar USA can work efficiently with partners around the block or around the world

In-Home Dashboard Makes Living Green and Lowering Bills Easy

The pivot from Apple Car set the stage for bigger investments in the smart home, and the initial products from that shift could be launching as soon as March according to a new rumor.

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has said his department will look into scrapping luxury tax on smartphones.

A change of plans for OM Panama volunteers leads to a powerful prayer meeting.

God answers the prayers of OM Guatemala and a partnering church with a Christmas celebration for children and families with OM’s Project Rescue.

During Easter, the oldest town in Austria celebrated the life of Jesus and furthered the dream of planting a church.

Participants of OM Costa Rica's Pearl Process programme start their own small groups to impact more women in high-risk communities.

Smaller classes could help bridge the gap between home and school, writes former teacher Marc Vincenti.

Schools are not preparing students to enter an increasingly diverse world, writes high school senior Zoë Jenkins.

Get an overview of this fall’s Big Ideas special report, which is dedicated to addressing anti-Black systemic racism in schools.

Working smarter is just as important as working harder. Here's how to help students develop a strategic mindset earlier in life.

Rebekka explains to her friend, Ana how she can be one with Jesus too. Ana and her father come to know the living God and experience His care...

An OM France couple works among trafficked women and fights for justice before government officials.