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When you're a kid, going to school feels like a given—no matter how much you beg to play outside instead. But for school-aged children with disabilities, going to school wasn't always a guarantee. For decades, many states legally refused to properly support the educational needs of children with disabilities, often putting them in institutions that did little to impart vital knowledge and life skills. This unequal treatment also burdened their families, who rarely had other options or access to...
Fossil fuels have been a cornerstone of America's energy infrastructure for over a century. Today, however, as Americans come to terms with both the environmental impact of fossil fuels and rising transportation costs due to the depletion of a nonrenewable energy source, many people are seeking alternatives. There has been increased consumer interest in electric vehicles, but the technology is not always accessible or practical in all regions, leaving many new vehicle buyers to look to hybrid...
Fewer teenagers are using drugs after rates precipitously dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but overdose rates are on the rise as fentanyl becomes more common. Substance Use Treatment Facilities examined data from the University of Michigan's Monitoring the Future survey and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to determine how teen drug use varies by state and how it has changed over time. In 2023, about 1 in 5 children between the ages of 12 and 17 had used an...
Stacker created the forecast for Florence, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 81 °F on Wednesday, while the low is 58 °F on Sunday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 77 °F, low of 63 °F (63% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (18 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:14 AM, sunset at 4:53 PM You may als...
Stacker created the forecast for Decatur, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 82 °F on Wednesday, while the low is 59 °F on Sunday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 78 °F, low of 62 °F (58% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (17 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:11 AM, sunset at 4:51 PM You may als...
Stacker created the forecast for Dothan, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 85 °F on Tuesday, while the low is 64 °F on Monday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 4 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 82 °F, low of 64 °F (53% humidity) - Partly cloudy with a 0% chance of rain - High risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (14 mph wind) - Sunrise at 5:59 AM, sunset at 4:50 PM You may also lik...
Stacker created the forecast for Huntsville, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 82 °F on Wednesday, while the low is 61 °F on Monday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 77 °F, low of 61 °F (57% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (17 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:10 AM, sunset at 4:49 PM You may als...
Stacker created the forecast for Auburn, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 80 °F on Monday, while the low is 60 °F on Monday. There are expected to be 0 sunny days and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 80 °F, low of 60 °F (50% humidity) - Mostly cloudy with a 0% chance of rain - High risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (14 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:02 AM, sunset at 4:48 PM You may also lik...
Stacker created the forecast for Gadsden, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 80 °F on Sunday, while the low is 60 °F on Monday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 78 °F, low of 60 °F (53% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (14 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:06 AM, sunset at 4:48 PM You may also like:...
Stacker created the forecast for Tuscaloosa, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 86 °F on Wednesday, while the low is 66 °F on Monday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 84 °F, low of 66 °F (63% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Gentle breeze (12 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:11 AM, sunset at 4:55 PM You may als...
Stacker created the forecast for Mobile, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 86 °F on Sunday, while the low is 70 °F on Tuesday. There is expected to be 1 sunny day and rain on 4 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 82 °F, low of 71 °F (59% humidity) - Partly sunny with a 66% chance of rain (1 mm of rain) - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (4 UV index) - Moderate breeze (16 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:09 AM, sunset at 5:0...
Stacker created the forecast for Anniston, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 80 °F on Sunday, while the low is 59 °F on Monday. There are expected to be 0 sunny days and rain on 5 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, November 4 - High of 77 °F, low of 59 °F (53% humidity) - Overcast with a 0% chance of rain - Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (5 UV index) - Moderate breeze (13 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:05 AM, sunset at 4:48 PM You may als...
The interest in taking family trips with three or more generations is booming. According to International Medical Group, which provides global insurance benefits and travel assistance services, over 1 in 3 families plan to take a multigenerational trip in 2024. Multiday trips in the U.S. are most common, according to a Family Travel Association survey in 2023. And as more families look for unique opportunities to create memories, Katie Kubitskey, certified travel planner and owner of...
Chances are you're guilty of "media multitasking"—and you might not even realize it. Media multitasking can take several forms, like using your phone during a real-life social interaction. Reviewing Instagram comments while talking to a friend is one prime example. It can also mean performing tasks simultaneously on multiple forms of media, such as watching television while also posting on Facebook, or doing multiple tasks on one medium, such as listening to music while watching a video and w...
From long working hours to emotionally draining situations, nursing has always been a demanding job. While the COVID-19 pandemic is in the rearview mirror, the situation has yet to improve for those on the front lines of health care. When staffing company AMN Healthcare surveyed more than 1,000 nurses in 2024, only 1 in 5 predicted things would improve for nurses. Turnover and volatility have been widespread among nurses for the last several years. "That trend is likely to continue until nurse c...
Army sergeant Victor Estela struggled with a debilitating mental fog when he came home after serving in Iraq. It enveloped his life, leaving him exhausted by simple tasks such as reading or driving. Over time, the exhaustion morphed into gnawing suicidal urges. "I didn't want to live if this was what life was going to be," the 53-year-old says softly. Military members returning to life following deployment—particularly those who saw combat—often have devastating physical injuries and mental hea...
Want to work forever? Didn't think so! To stop working you must achieve financial independence. Financial freedom is typically accomplished when your passive income exceeds your monthly expenses — allowing you to retire from your job, where you earn active income. To be blunt: Passive income are earnings you don't work for — it's when your money works for you. These days, some people are trying to retire early. The most popular strategy is known as FIRE: Financial Independence Retire Early. Usi...
Data Summary - In 2024, 93% of surveyed students told BestColleges their online degree has or will have a positive return on investment (ROI). - The percentage of online learners who say this has increased by five percentage points since 2019. - More than 8 in 10 online students (81%) also say that online education is better than or equal to on-campus learning. - Further, 97% say they would recommend online education to others. - Despite online education being perceived as more affordable than i...
As the American population ages, more families are turning to skilled nursing facilities to help look after their loved ones. Skilled nursing facilities, or SNFs, are staffed by trained medical professionals who care for people requiring nursing, medical, or rehabilitative services. Most people in SNFs have been discharged from the hospital but cannot safely return home, often due to an inability to move on their own or perform medical treatments. In addition to caring for older adults, SNFs can...
Sales jobs exist across industries and experience levels, from retail to sophisticated equipment manufacturing. From sales associates who actively seek out potential customers to sales executives who lead teams and shape an organization's sales strategy, the broad scope of sales as a profession attracts workers with a wide range of skills and interests. It's worth noting that even positions like real estate agents are functionally sales roles. Could you have a future in sales? Xactly used data...
"The age of AI has begun," Bill Gates boldly proclaimed in a blog post dated March 2023. By then, ChatGPT had reached 100 million users. Alternatives like Anthropic's Claude and Google's Bard (now called Gemini) were also launched. Gates predicted artificial intelligence would change how people work, communicate, and learn. He called it "revolutionary." Indeed, McKinsey's 2024 Global Survey reported that 65% of organizations were already using generative AI tools, which are algorithms that can...
For decades, the prospect of artificial intelligence has captivated audiences. From HAL 9000's chilling betrayal to the Terminator's relentless pursuit, popular culture has long painted AI as a technology that can both be transformative and dangerous. Until recently, however, the idea of artificial intelligence presenting any actual risks seemed hard to believe since people assumed that the technology was decades, if not centuries, away. That changed dramatically in November 2022 when OpenAI's C...
Where you live may influence your eating and health habits more than you think. Do you savor every meal or squeeze in a sandwich during your commute? Are you more likely to indulge in comfort foods while watching your favorite show or try new foods dining out with friends? Personality plays a part, but a 2024 Hims study shows regionality may also play a significant role in eating behavior. Hims compares America's most anxious, automatic, enthusiastic, escapist, and uplifting foodie capitals....
The devastating financial toll of paying for urgent medical costs can take years or even a lifetime for some families to recover from. Set your browser to gofundme.com, and chances are the first donor cause you see will be someone asking for help to pay their medical bills. Around a third of campaigns on the crowdfunding platform are for medical bills. In some ways, this is unsurprising: Health care is extremely expensive in America. Data compiled by the Organization for Economic Cooperation...
Internships can play a vital role for students looking to break into a career, but they aren't always available for all the students who want them. And even when they are, they may not be high quality. Matthew T. Hora, founder of the Center for Research on College-Workforce Transitions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Hee Song, a project assistant at the center spoke to The Conversation about the difficulties that students face in securing quality internships. The insights are based...
