The NewsWorthy Education Shakeup, AI Power Surge & MLB All-Star Matchup - Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Jul 15, 2025 A major shakeup is happening in the U.S. Education Department following a Supreme Court ruling, sparking concerns over funding changes. President Trump proposes new strategies for Ukraine amid rising geopolitical tensions, while severe flooding affects the East Coast. Rising tomato prices may hit grocery bills as tariffs come into play. Meanwhile, Meta aims for AI superintelligence, raising environmental concerns, and the excitement of MLB All-Star Week highlights the fun in sports. Plus, there's intriguing trivia about longevity and technology!
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Education Dept. Shakeup Concerns
- The Trump administration is dismantling the Department of Education, celebrating the Supreme Court lifting a ruling that stopped layoffs.
- Many states worry this could cause irreversible harm; a lawsuit challenges the freeze on nearly $7 billion in school funding.
Trump's Ukraine-Russia Strategy
- Trump announced a new weapons pipeline to Ukraine via European allies, shifting from supplying only defensive weapons.
- He threatened 100% tariffs on Russian exports if a peace deal isn't reached within 50 days.
Northeast Flash Flood Chaos
- Flash flooding hit major Northeast metro areas causing transit shutdowns and rescues.
- Emergency crews had to handle car rescues, subway closures, and airport delays in cities like New York and Newark.