Research highlights effects of using media devices at bedtime
A new meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics found a link between bedtime media device use and inadequate quantity and quality of sleep. Full Story
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Alex Samuels
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Alex Samuels was a reporter for The Texas Tribune from 2017 to 2021. She helped with national campaign coverage, wrote stories about the intersection of race and politics in Texas, and covered the hottest political news bubbling out of local communities. She was also one of the primary authors of The Blast, the Tribune’s subscription-only daily newsletter for political insiders. Alex began at the Tribune as a fellow in 2016. She graduated in 2017 from the University of Texas at Austin’s School of Journalism. She originally is from Massachusetts and is the best pingpong player at the Tribune.
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The Q&A: Alexandra Loukas
In this week's Q&A, we interview Alexandra Loukas, a professor at UT-Austin's College of Education who has researched e-cigarette use among college-aged students. Full Story
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Study questions benefits of selective-enrollment high schools
A new study drew the surprising conclusion that students at selective-enrollment schools didn’t seem to benefit academically compared with similar students at different schools. Full Story
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Attendance to be factored into New Mexico teacher evaluations
Schools in Santa Fe and other parts of New Mexico were recently surprised by a new state requirement authorizing that attendance be factored into teachers’ performance evaluations. Full Story
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The Bookshelf: Nov. 10, 2016
In this week's Bookshelf, our content partner Kirkus Reviews highlights Language at the Speed of Sight. Full Story
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Summertime weight gain found among elementary-aged children
According to a new national study, the risk of gaining excessive weight among younger elementary students is greater during the summer months than during the school year. Full Story
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George W. Bush congratulates Trump for win after not voting for him
George W. Bush said he congratulated President-elect Donald Trump Wednesday, a day after a spokesman confirmed the former president didn't vote in the presidential race. Full Story
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The Brief: Trump victorious in presidential race
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump won in Texas on his way to a stunning national victory in a bitterly fought contest. Full Story
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Despite resignation, Dukes handily wins re-election to Texas House
Even after vowing not to serve her district in the next legislative session, state Rep. Dawnna Dukes was winning more than 70 percent of the vote in HD-46. Full Story
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Problems at the polls: Some Texas voters see long waits, machine glitches
A busy Election Day saw scattered reports of hiccups including ongoing voter ID confusion and the sudden death of an election judge. Full Story
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