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Has children's programming improved since you were a kid?

Has children's programming improved since you were a kid?

What does Sesame Street's move to HBO say about the future of television? A discussion on the rise of on-demand content, diversity in kids shows and the entertainment and educational values of kids' programming.

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Search firm: Teague properly vetted for U athletics job

Search firm: Teague properly vetted for U athletics job

Parker Executive Search said a 2012 gender discrimination claim against Norwood Teague was filed after the firm completed its background check. Teague quit the U in August amid sexual harassment complaints.
by Tim Post

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Barber gives free haircuts to kids who read out loud for him

Barber Courtney D. Holmes gives free haircuts to underprivileged kids, in exchange for them reading out loud to him. "I've got two sons of my own," he said. "I just want to help kids start reading."

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Fact check: Is refinancing student debt really good policy?

Fact check: Is refinancing student debt really good policy?

Student loan debt is turning into a major campaign issue, and one solution many candidates can agree on is allowing graduates to refinance their student loans. But it may not be the best way to help.

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Pro tips: Declaring a college major

Pro tips: Declaring a college major

Choosing a college major is a major decision, right? We look at how important it is to have a major picked out by the time freshmen arrive on campus, and how much your major determines your career path and eventual earnings.

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