As cultural chaos grows, Barbie’s inclusive evolution shows how play can stabilize identity development and foster empathy across differences.

American educators are among the most dedicated I've seen. So why does supporting children's mental health feel so hard here?

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The regular season finale, a 31-6 victory over Texas A&M in Little Rock, is still considered among the school’s greatest victories. The Razorbacks beat a favored Aggie team loaded with NFL prospects ...

How did a charismatic but impoverished British woman become the leader of the progressive religious sect known as "the Shakers" in 18th-Century America?

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Inadequate preschool access, high private costs, and policy shifts threaten smooth educational transitions, undermining ...