CHAMPAIGN (25News Now) – Governor J.B. Pritzker proposed legislation in the General Assembly that would force all Illinois schools to keep students from using cell phones during classroom instruction. Pritzker argued that phones in the classroom increase distraction, worsen student mental health, and give students opportunities to cheat. He spoke Thursday at Champaign’s Centennial High…
In an age where our smartphones feel like an extension of ourselves, the idea of cutting off mobile internet might seem daunting. However, a new research suggests that taking a digital detox—specifically by blocking mobile Internet—can lead to significant improvements in mental health, attention and overall well-being. Ditch this one phone habit and watch your…
LEE COUNTY, Ark. – The Lee County School District has begun confiscating student cell phones as part of a new policy attempting to “place the focus on learning.” Superintendent Michael Stone, in a post on the district’s Facebook page, said they are still having problems with students using cell phones while at school. Stone said…
Google-owned YouTube TV (GOOG, GOOGL) is raising the prices of its monthly subscription plans, with plans rising to $82.99 per month up from the prior $72.99. “We don’t make these decisions lightly, and we realize this has an impact on our members,” YouTube wrote in an email to customers. The company said the increase comes…
The upcoming inflation report will help determine the Fed’s next move. Friday’s surprisingly strong jobs data has slashed bets of a half-point rate cut. The Fed is more likely to leave rates unchanged in November if price growth is strong, UBS says. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while…