August 2023

The math problem: Kids are still behind. How can schools catch them up?

Backpage founder faces 2nd trial over what prosecutors say was a scheme to sell ads for sex

New Zealand plans digital services tax for multinationals from 2025

Birch Bay Waterslides shuts down for season after man suffers injury

Giants’ Harrison sends social media into frenzy with 11 strikeouts vs. Reds

These financial market signals are telling a different story about China’s economy

US stocks climb as slipping bond yields ease pressure on markets

Yankees’ Luis Severino feeling ‘really good’ following second straight dominant outing

‘Opus,’ the farewell of Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, will premiere at Venice Film Festival

Ex-world champion Pittman was ‘kissed inappropriately by a coach’

Guardians vs. Twins Highlights

Ukraine-Russia war live: Poland threatens to close borders with Belarus over Wagner fighters

President Joe Biden is hosting Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves at the White House

San Fernando Valley copes with sweltering weather

India’s Sensex Up 0.2%, Led by Tech, Financial Stocks

Judge could decide whether prosecution of man charged in Colorado supermarket shooting can resume

Person killed, another critically injured in Kent car crash

Is Now The Time To Put NEPI Rockcastle (JSE:NRP) On Your Watchlist?

UPDATE 1-Japan policymakers to consider extending gasoline subsidies – sources

Biden administration to target drugs for price negotiations to lower Medicare costs

Sexual assault reported on NC State campus

Revealed: Lewis Hamilton’s agreed salary – and sticking point – in new contract

State Dept picks veteran diplomat Lambert as top China policy official

Volunteers invited to join Ohio River Sweep in Clark, Floyd

Sentencing delayed in New Albany double murder case

New bicycle store opens in Jeffersonville

White Sox blanked in 9-0 loss to the Orioles

Charlestown doughnut shop reopens after owner’s medical scare

Mets’ blown save wastes Tylor Megill’s strong start in 4-3 loss to Texas Rangers

Helicopter crash: US marines killed in Australia identified

Mets takeaways from Monday’s 4-3 loss to Rangers, including wasting Tylor Megill’s gem

NBA stars rip US sprinter Noah Lyles over ‘world champion’ comments

Cold rain to bring more drought and wildfire relief to Northwest Montana

1 critically injured in shooting on Indy’s near east side

NFL Roster Cuts 101: Difference in being released vs. waived, practice squad rules

Bitcoin, Ether trading flat as SEC targets firm offering NFTs

Danny Jansen homers and Kevin Gausman fans 7 as Blue Jays beat Nationals 6-3

Sonny Seiler of Georgia football mascots and “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” dies at 90

UFC Fight Night 225 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

Gold Prices Edge Higher, May Fluctuate in Near Term

California state Senate leader says she will step down from leadership post

Street vendors can apply to serve on Nevada task force

Key BRICS member admits the dollar will remain dominant despite oil deals in rupees and yuan

Why Mike Brown is excited by Kings’ Vezenkov offseason addition

Ohio abortion rights advocate concerned parental consent law doesn’t work for abused kids

Hardware store begins to see increase in people preparing for Idalia

South Korea focuses on fiscal discipline with smallest budget increase in two decades

‘It is high time comedians see their own union’: Comics show solidarity with actors on picket lines

’90 Day: The Last Resort’: Ed & Liz’s Major Fight, Jovi Parties With Angela Leaving Yara Upset

Ohio proposal to end qualified immunity struggles to clear first hurdle

9-year-old girl gives gift of life through organ donation

Ortiz: Red Sox ‘don’t want to make same mistake’ again after not re-signing Mookie Betts

‘The Idol’ canceled: Why HBO axed The Weeknd’s controversial HBO show after just 1 season

Thompson drops hilarious Thanos quip about Warriors championships

Florida governments, utilities prepare as Tropical Storm Idalia nears, strengthens

Gross approved as Batesville’s Lead SRO

Decatur County schools hold budget hearing

Greensburg Schools hold budget hearing

IREAD results vary throughout Southeastern Indiana

Inmate refuses to leave cell for court appearance

Arrival of ‘The Wall’ getting close

Live forecast: Tune in tonight as WeatherTiger breaks down latest Idalia threats

92 Halloween quotes that will have everyone cackling with delight

Pirates 8th, Lady Pirates 11th at Franklin

Bulldogs, Lady Chargers win titles at Rushville Classic

Two charged in burglary of building used for rehab services

Buescher captures Daytona 400 thriller

Sports Briefs

Indiana Senate Republicans offering paid internships

Week 2: Cougars rout Ravens for first win

Mountaineers rally to beat Wolverines

Nikkei Rises 0.3%, Led by Tech, Real-Estate Stocks

Report: Chiefs have “optimism” Kadarius Toney will play Week 1

Kimberly Yee starts essay contest in Tucson

Manatee County prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia

Kansas restaurateur whose complaint sparked police raid of newspaper defends her actions

Dow Jones Futures Rise: Rally Attempt Continues As Nvidia Rebounds; Big Inflation, Jobs Data Due

Emil Andrae is ‘the best prospect’ the Flyers have right now on defense

Water company confirms no contamination

‘Factually and legally irresponsible’: Hawaiian Electric declines allegations for causing deadly Maui fires

Vallejo police officer who shot, killed Sean Monterrosa gets job back

Eminem Bars GOP Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy From Using His Music After “Lose Yourself” Performance

‘Play to win’: Chatting with Kristi Toliver as the Mystics close out huge victory over Aces

Former Pirates majority owner and newspaper group publisher G. Ogden Nutting has died at 87

Dallas to Fort Worth in 20 minutes? What to know about North Texas’ high-speed rail plan

Peloton Falls Short As It Continues To Work on Rebranding and Expanding

Cullman County Detention officer charged with distributing marijuana

Her son’s pet frog got lost in a hole the wall. This mom would not sleep until it was rescued

Why Novavax Stock Was So Healthy on Monday

These Are The 5 Best China Stocks To Buy And Watch Now

Breaking down Vols’ offensive depth chart versus Virginia

Hedge Fund MFN Pushes for Equity Voice in Yellow’s Bankruptcy

What’s so great about Buc-ee’s

US Open 2023 results: Holger Rune stunned in first round, Dominic Thiem & Casper Ruud win

Luis Rubiales: Spanish Football Federation regional presidents call for resignation

Lexington high school volleyball program under inquiry after pair of weekend forfeits

Is Idalia closing theme parks in Florida? What to know about Busch Gardens and Disney

Kim Kardashian’s Blunt Micro-Fringe Is Giving “Parisian It-Girl” Realness

Lithium producer Sayona Mining’s CEO resigns, shares tank

Mark Meadows testifies in bid to move Georgia election case to federal court