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Two Decades of Debt: A Mother's Journey to Financial Freedom After Grad School.

May 19, 2026 at 4:11 AM

A mother reflects on her 20-year struggle to repay $69,000 in student loan debt, eventually paying off nearly $100,000 just as her youngest child prepares for college.

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Two Decades of Debt: A Mother's Journey to Financial Freedom After Grad School
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Education
MIT Faces Critical Financial Strain and Enrollment Declines Amid Policy Shifts
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MIT Faces Critical Financial Strain and Enrollment Declines Amid Policy Shifts.

May 15, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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Technology
Harvard MBA Graduates Launch $35 Million Venture Fund for Early-Stage Tech Startups

Harvard MBA Graduates Launch $35 Million Venture Fund for Early-Stage Tech Startups.

May 15, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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Education
Why Prioritizing the On-Campus Experience Over Commuting Was a Strategic Family Decision
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Why Prioritizing the On-Campus Experience Over Commuting Was a Strategic Family Decision.

May 12, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Local News•
May 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM

US Collaborates with Sri Lanka to Launch National AI Higher Education Policy.

The United States has partnered with Sri Lanka’s University Grants Commission to develop the nation's first national AI policy framework for higher education, emphasizing American standards, ethics, and innovation.

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Personal Finance

Prioritizing Education: Why I Withdrew Retirement Funds for My Son's Future.

May 9, 2026 at 12:39 PM

A mother shares her decision to withdraw $60,000 from a retirement account to fund her son's specialized education, highlighting the difficult balance between long-term financial goals and immediate family needs.

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Prioritizing Education: Why I Withdrew Retirement Funds for My Son's Future
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Education

Teaching Financial Responsibility: Why These Parents Require Their Children to Fund Their Own Degrees.

A couple shares their journey of teaching their three children financial independence by having them take responsibility for their own college education costs through scholarships and part-time work.

May 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Education

University Student Finances Education Through Innovative Honey Production Business.

Anthony Ondo, a sustainable business student, has successfully funded his college education by managing a 50-hive beekeeping operation in Pennsylvania, proving the potential of flexible entrepreneurial ventures.

May 4, 2026 at 9:19 AM
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Technology
Beyond the Diploma: How Tech Industry Leaders Are Redefining the Value of Higher Education
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Beyond the Diploma: How Tech Industry Leaders Are Redefining the Value of Higher Education.

May 2, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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April 30, 2026 at 2:27 PM

Trump Administration Finalizes Major Overhaul of Federal Student Loan Policies.

The U.S. Department of Education has unveiled its final rules for a sweeping student loan overhaul, introducing borrowing caps, ending the Grad PLUS program, and replacing existing income-driven plans with a new Repayment Assistance Plan starting July 1.

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Education

Choosing Skilled Trades Over College: One Apprentice's Path to Financial Stability.

April 26, 2026 at 9:18 AM

An 18-year-old pipe-fitting apprentice explains why he bypassed traditional college for a paid trade program, highlighting the benefits of earning while learning and avoiding student debt.

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Choosing Skilled Trades Over College: One Apprentice's Path to Financial Stability
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Career
The Silent Struggle: Why Recent Graduates Are Facing an Unprecedented Job Market Crisis
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The Silent Struggle: Why Recent Graduates Are Facing an Unprecedented Job Market Crisis.

April 25, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Education
US Education Officials Signal End to Broad Student Loan Forgiveness, Prioritize Repayment Systems
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US Education Officials Signal End to Broad Student Loan Forgiveness, Prioritize Repayment Systems.

April 23, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Education

Private Lenders Capitalize as Federal Student Loan Reforms Reshape Graduate Funding.

The elimination of the federal Grad PLUS loan program has prompted private lenders like College Ave to offer new financing options, creating potential risks for students who lose federal protections.

April 23, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers
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April 19, 2026 at 9:12 AM

The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers.

Samantha Ferguson's struggle with $137,000 in private student debt serves as a cautionary tale as more federal borrowers may turn to private lenders following upcoming policy shifts.

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Economy

Angola Targets Mid-Year Finalization of $400 Million Debt-for-Education Agreement.

April 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Angola is moving forward with a significant $400 million debt-for-education swap deal, expected to conclude by June, as part of a broader strategy to manage its fiscal obligations while investing in human capital.

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Angola Targets Mid-Year Finalization of $400 Million Debt-for-Education Agreement
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United States

Navigating Upcoming Federal Student Loan Reforms: Who Qualifies for Exemptions?.

The Trump administration is set to implement major changes to student loan repayment plans on July 1, 2026, including new borrowing caps. However, specific students currently enrolled may qualify for temporary exemptions to avoid these new limitations.

April 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Technology
Gamified Learning Startup Gizmo Secures $22M Series A to Combat Declining Academic Focus

Gamified Learning Startup Gizmo Secures $22M Series A to Combat Declining Academic Focus.

April 15, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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Economy
The Mounting Crisis: Why Modern College Graduates Are Struggling to Secure Degree-Level Careers
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The Mounting Crisis: Why Modern College Graduates Are Struggling to Secure Degree-Level Careers.

April 13, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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Sri Lanka Launches Ambitious Foreign Scholarship Program for A/L High Achievers
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April 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Sri Lanka Launches Ambitious Foreign Scholarship Program for A/L High Achievers.

The Sri Lankan government has introduced a new scholarship program offering up to 200 fully-funded foreign university placements for top A/L performers between 2025 and 2029.

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