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Abducted US pastor's bizarre sports reason for being upset after he's rescued in deadly shootout in South Africa

The Tennessee pastor kidnapped at gunpoint at a South African church -- then rescued in a deadly shootout -- was “upset” after learning soon after being saved that his beloved...

Livvy Dunne sparks viral debate over proper way to eat crawfish

Influencer Livvy Dunne, a gymnastics team member at Louisiana State University (LSU), recently shared a TikTok video about "how to take the 'poo vein' out of crawfish." 

Gen Z’s newest nickname is here — and it’s not a compliment

Ghosted on dating apps, rejected by colleges and passed over for jobs – rejection isn't fleeting for Gen Z. In fact, it's becoming a defining feature of their collective identity. 

Texas university creates 'the most meritocratic admissions policy' in the US

The University of Austin in Texas (UATX) believes college admissions are "unjust," so the school is going to do something about it.

What college and high school kids are really getting away with on spring break in Florida: 'Cocaine, weed, Molly – everywhere'

Teens and college students are flying off the Florida Panhandle this spring break under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Trump demands 'full-throated apology' from Maine gov on trans sports flap

President Trump on Saturday demanded a "full-throated" apology from Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) before his administration can settle its dispute with the state for defying his executive order banning...

Ex-University of Kentucky student sent to jail for shouting N-word 200 times in viral video is denied early release

Former University of Kentucky co-ed Sophia Rosing wanted to be release early from her racist assault charges, claiming she's grown up since her viral video rant.

Inside a Kansas town's plan to lure people to the area -- offering no income tax, free child care and free college

Neodesha has been hemorrhaging residents since its Standard Oil refinery shut down in 1971, but now has a big plan to reverse its slow fade from the map.

University offers course studying whether donkeys are actually like Shrek's friend, aims to explore animals' ‘inner lives’

Donkeys are taking the lead role in a new degree course -- which will look at how films like 'Shrek' have attempted to portray their 'inner lives.'

I was diagnosed with incurable colorectal cancer at 20 — my first symptom had nothing to do with my stomach

Dominique McShain was a normal college student in New Zealand before she began to show symptoms of colon cancer and received the diagnosis that it was terminal.

House Republicans mull changes to student loan programs

The ideas affecting higher education are among many in circulation among House committees that are exploring ways to cover the cost of extending and expanding tax cuts passed in President Donald Trump’s...

I'm 74 years old and raising my great-granddaughter -- should I go to college?

Dear Abby gives a great-grandmother advice on whether or not she should pursue a college degree.

College student who died in DC plane crash was returning from grandfather's funeral in Kansas

“Can you imagine losing a parent and seven days later losing a child,” Cedarville University president Thomas White said of student Grace Maxwell’s parent.

I bought a $161K 3-bedroom home instead of living in a pricey cramped dorm room

A 24-year-old PhD student in England has figured out how to beat the student housing crisis — by buying a house.

LI principal breaks shares the top college admission tips in quest to help students land dream schools

He really gets an A for effort. A Long Island principal is helping students land their dream schools, with a new book that offers the best tips and tricks for...

Biden announces one more round of student debt forgiveness — bringing total to 5 million recipients at $183B cost

Monday's announcement will cost taxpayers another $4.23 billion as Biden heads for the exit.

Outgoing WH official calls for US to bolster cybersecurity workforce by hiring non-degree holders

'I would love for the incoming administration, or any administration, to recognize the priority of cybersecurity,' Coker said.

Phone calls make Gen Z anxious — a new college course aims to help them conquer their fears

"It's unknown to our generation, we've grown up texting each other."

NYC parents call for student version of LinkedIn to showcase achievements

NYC high school parents are advocating for an online portfolio similar to LinkedIn for students to showcase their achievements to potential colleges and employers.

College-bound Gen Z is choosing a school based on how it will look on TikTok

There are so many reasons for choosing where to attend college, but for the TikTok generation, the deciding factor is how aesthetically pleasing campus life will be.