Youths with Down syndrome working at Mexican coffee shop
By Roberta Pardo The first coffee shop staffed by people with Down syndrome in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, continues thriving as it nears its second year of operation. Named Coffee Cordica 21, the shop opened in late 2017 as a space hoping to erase the idea that people with Down syndrome cannot live normal lives. The […]
Animal rights legislation could get stricter in Australia
By Chara Canberra, Australia, residents could face thousands of dollars in fines, even jail time, for forgetting to walk their dogs, yelling at their dogs or caging a dog for failure to behave. Legislation has been proposed in Australia’s capital city to impose a fine of up to $4,000 in Australian dollars ($2,800 in U.S. currency) […]
Mexican math team backed by Guillermo del Toro succeeds at Olympiad
By Roberta Pardo Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro is about to make good on a promise. In May, del Toro said in a tweet he would pay for plane tickets for a group of Mexican students to attend a math Olympiad in South Africa. Since then, that team has won medals at the International Mathematics […]
Simple Steps for Back-to-School Success
By FF Finding new clothes and gathering pens, pencils, notebooks and other supplies are always part of the back-to-school fun, but there are other needs and wants to consider when another school year rolls around. This year, make sure you send your student to the classroom with everything he or she requires for a successful […]
Start the School Year Off Right
(By FF) As kids head back to school, it’s important to provide them with the necessary resources to succeed. As a parent, you can take steps to put your kids on the path toward a successful school year. To help your children put the best foot forward, consider these suggestions from The Salvation Army, which […]
Missouri’s sales tax holiday is approaching
By Chara Shoppers will have opportunities to save money this weekend, thanks to the Missouri sales tax-free holiday. The event starts at 12:01 a.m. Friday (Aug. 2) and runs through midnight Sunday (Aug. 4). However, the Missouri Department of Revenue states on its website that the sales tax holiday applies to state and local sales […]
Ease Kids Back into School with Confidence
There’s nothing like a major milestone in a child’s life to test a parent’s confidence. Big changes like a new school or classroom can be trying for kids and adults alike, but tackling the transition a little at a time can make it easier on everyone. Most parents agree that being confident is important, but […]
Remember to buy the must-haves for school
Commentary by Chara Back-to-school season is here. As you and/or your youngsters prepare for the upcoming school year, here is a list of the must-have items you should obtain: *A “green” lunch pack: That does not mean the color green. It means reusable plastic containers for lunches that will help take care of the planet. […]
How to prepare for your freshman year of college
Commentary by Chara If you are starting college this fall, it is important to have a great freshman year. Your freshman year is important because it will help set the tone for the rest of your college experience. Here are some tips to help prepare you for your first year in college: *Grow your technical […]
How to make wise financial decisions for college
Commentary by Chara A college education is becoming more necessary to succeed in today’s economy. A college education also is becoming more expensive in today’s economy. According to U.S. government stats, the price of tuition at universities has risen significantly in the last 30 years. But even though the cost of a higher education at […]