Funding
The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose
The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose The author argues that while Ivy League universities may face challenges from federal research funding cuts, public universities have more to lose due to their reliance on federal funds. The Trump administration’s cuts are […]
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Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare
Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare Nonprofit news outlets are often hesitant to sell ads due to concerns that it could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show this has been rare. The IRS requires nonprofits to pay taxes […]
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The shutdown has ended – but this economist isn’t rejoicing quite yet
The shutdown has ended – but this economist isn’t rejoicing quite yet The US government shutdown has ended after 43 days, but its economic impact will be felt for some time. The short-term effects of the shutdown include a decline in consumer spending, reduced tourism activity, and a hit to retailers, particularly in Washington D.C. […]
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German Startup n8n Raises $180M and Reaches a Valuation of $2.5B
German Startup n8n Raises $180M and Reaches a Valuation of $2.5B N8n, a German startup that helps businesses deploy AI agents, has raised $180 million, valuing it at $2.5 billion. The funding was led by venture firm Accel and Nvidia Corp.’s NVentures, with plans to use the funds to hire additional staff and enhance its […]
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Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts
Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts The Trump administration’s cancellation and freezing of clean energy funding has also hurt essential work to improve the nation’s power grid, leaving Americans vulnerable to more frequent and longer-lasting power outages. The Department of Energy has defended the cancellations, citing that the projects did not […]
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Relying heavily on contractors can cut attendance by 27% for museums, theaters and other arts nonprofits – new research
Relying heavily on contractors can cut attendance by 27% for museums, theaters and other arts nonprofits – new research Nonprofits that rely heavily on contractors can experience a 27% decrease in attendance at museums, theaters, and other arts organizations. The use of flexible labor arrangements, such as hiring contractors instead of full-time employees, may not […]
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Science costs money – research is guided by who funds it and why
Science costs money – research is guided by who funds it and why Funding for scientific research is crucial as it shapes the trajectory of research across fields and influences the direction of scientists’ work. The majority of basic research in the US is federally funded, with organizations like the National Institutes of Health (NIH) […]
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US has slashed global vaccine funding – if philanthropy fills the gap, there could be some trade-offs
US has slashed global vaccine funding – if philanthropy fills the gap, there could be some trade-offs The US government has slashed global vaccine funding, cutting off $3 billion in annual support to Gavi, a global initiative that helps millions of children in low-income and medium-income countries get vaccinated against preventable diseases. Gavi’s reliance on […]
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PBS is slashing its budget in response to Trump’s attack on public media
PBS is slashing its budget in response to Trump’s attack on public media PBS is slashing its budget by 21% due to the Trump administration’s defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which will result in a $1.1 billion loss over two years. PBS is also reducing member station dues by $35 million, a […]
🏛️ Politics
PBS accounts for nearly half of first graders’ most frequently watched educational TV and video programs
PBS accounts for nearly half of first graders’ most frequently watched educational TV and video programs PBS accounts for nearly half (45%) of first graders’ most frequently watched educational TV and video programs, making it the top source for children’s educational programming. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting will lose $1.1 billion in federal funding, which […]
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