Hour 2: Education Controversy and Policy PitfallsNew Jersey Drops Teacher Literacy Test

New Jersey no longer requires teachers to pass basic literacy tests in reading and math. Critics are calling it a “red flag” for education standards.

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NYC’s Traffic Camera ‘Hack’

A NYC council member “warns” commuters about disabling traffic cams with laser pointers, drawing online reactions.

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Illinois’ Failing Carbon Capture Project

Taxpayer-funded Illinois carbon capture projects only trap one-tenth of emissions, sparking public outrage.

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Plant-Based Milk Linked to Anxiety and Depression

A new study links plant-based milk consumption to higher risks of anxiety and depression.

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