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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘CIA deliberately withheld evidence': Dan Hardway's jaw-dropping JFK testimony stuns House panel
In a fiery hearing titled 'The JFK Files: Assessing Over 60 Years of the Federal Government's Obstruction, Obfuscation, and Deception,' lawmakers and whistleblowers revisited the darkest hour in American history, the assassination of 35th US President John F. Kennedy. The hearing, led by the Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, grilled intelligence agencies and reviewed newly declassified documents first made public under the Trump administration. Show more Show less
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
High-ranking Senate leader John F. Kennedy enters lieutenant governor's race
President Pro Tem John F. Kennedy of Macon has become the latest prominent Republican to declare his candidacy for lieutenant governor. The race for Georgia's next lieutenant governor is heating up, with current President Pro Tem John F. Kennedy of Macon becoming the latest prominent Republican to declare his candidacy. Kennedy, a civil litigator who was first elected to the state Senate in 2014, has served as the second-ranking leader in the chamber since 2023. This year, he was also the lead sponsor of Gov. Brian Kemp's legislation aimed at overhauling Georgia's civil litigation system, which was signed into law in April after months of contentious debate. The lieutenant governor is elected on a separate ticket from the governor and presides over the state Senate. Because members of the Senate determine how much power a lieutenant governor has, a Republican candidate could wield immense influence in the Republican-controlled chamber. While other candidates for the seat emphasized their loyalty to President Donald Trump and MAGA policies, Kennedy took a different approach, focusing on his conservative values and work in the state legislature. 'My first priority has always been to put hardworking Georgians first, and that's what I will continue to do as Georgia's next Lieutenant Governor,' Kennedy said in a statement posted on the social media site X, formerly known as Twitter. 'I've never shied away from tough fights in the state legislature, and this campaign will be no different.' In the Republican primary, he will face Senate Majority Leader Steve Gooch, a Dahlonega senator who launched his campaign last month. Other Republicans are expected to join the race. Appropriations Chair Blake Tillery has filed paperwork to run for the seat but has not yet officially launched his campaign. Democratic State Sen. Josh McLaurin of Sandy Springs is currently the only prominent Democrat to have announced his candidacy. The candidates are hoping to succeed incumbent Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, who is widely expected to launch a bid for governor this summer. If he does, he'll join a slate of candidates that currently includes Republican Attorney General Chris Carr and Democratic Sen. Jason Esteves of Atlanta. SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
Malaysian Reserve
16 hours ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
RD American School, the #1-Ranked US K-12 Private School Partner, Officially Launches in Singapore
Admissions open 1 June 2025 for US-branded international school, in exclusive partnership with Riverdale Country School, currently ranked the #1 K–12 private school in the United States With a formal school launch in January 2026, RD American School introduces a program grounded in the science of learning, with a student-centered approach to 21st-century education SINGAPORE, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a milestone development for Singapore's international education landscape, RD American School (RDAS) today announces its official arrival in Singapore, with admissions opening 1 June 2025. This marks the debut of Singapore's first US-branded Top 100 K–12 private school, developed in exclusive partnership with Riverdale Country School, New York City, a 100-year-old academic leader currently ranked the #1 K-12 private school in the United States by Niche. Riverdale is internationally known not only for its academic excellence, but for its legacy, counting President John F. Kennedy among its distinguished alumni. That tradition of excellence continues through this new partnership in Asia. 'We at Riverdale Country School are honoured to establish this partnership with RD American School in Singapore. We recognise that Singapore has earned a distinguished global reputation for excellence in both its public and international educational institutions. Since our founding in 1907, Riverdale has built a reputation as a forward-thinking school grounded in academic excellence, thriving community, and character development,' said Kari Ostrem, Head of School, Riverdale Country School. 'We believe that our commitment to supporting RD American School's educators through shared programs, professional development, and ongoing exchange of expertise will help RDAS quickly establish its own strong and distinctive reputation within Singapore's vibrant educational community.' Backed by a founding team of leading American educators, RDAS introduces a curriculum and learning environment designed from the ground up to reflect how students actually learn, anchored in decades of research from the fields of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and educational design. Riverdale's influence extends well beyond heritage, its learning framework is grounded in cognitive science and progressive pedagogy. At the helm of RDAS instructional development is Dr. Kevin Mattingly, Riverdale's Director of Learning and Adjunct Professor at Columbia University's Teachers College. He will lead the training of RDAS educators, ensuring daily classroom practices reflect research-backed strategies that foster deep and durable learning. 'Our collaboration with RD American School represents a meaningful extension of Riverdale's commitment to educational innovation,' said Dr. Mattingly. 'Bringing Riverdale's research-informed approach to Singapore is an exciting opportunity. By integrating cognitive science with local educational practices, we aim to create learning environments where students not only acquire knowledge but also develop the skills and dispositions necessary for lifelong success.' The RD American School campus, located in Changi Business Park, has been purposefully designed by globally renowned architect Trung Lê. Rather than traditional classrooms, the school features open, reconfigurable spaces that promote movement, inquiry, and interaction, conditions proven to support attention, memory, and collaboration. This architectural innovation is matched by the school's investment in teacher development. All RDAS educators undergo an intensive training programme led by Dr. Mattingly and his team, focused on the science of learning. The result is a faculty equipped to turn every lesson into a cognitively rich experience. At the heart of RDAS's philosophy is the Flourish Framework, a developmental model that goes beyond academic benchmarks to cultivate curiosity, resilience, and ethical leadership. The framework supports students in developing self-awareness, social-emotional competencies, and a sense of purpose—helping them flourish not only in school, but in life. RDAS also places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, character development, and global citizenship. These values are embedded into every aspect of school culture, curriculum design, and daily practice. 'Riverdale is an extraordinary place, relentlessly committed to helping students achieve the confidence, competence, and commitment to make the world a better place. We carry that same spirit forward at RD American School,' said Nathaniel Conard, Chairman of RD American School. 'Join us and imagine what is possible when your child learns in a place that puts flourishing first.' RDAS's founding team includes some of the most respected figures in American education, including former heads of top-tier independent schools such as the longtime former head of school at The Pingry School, the long time former head of Choate Rosemary Hall and founding chairman/president of Keystone Academy in Beijing, and many others. Together with Riverdale's pedagogical support, the team brings deep operational and instructional expertise to Singapore's education landscape. As Singapore's education system continues to evolve towards more personalised, student-centric models, RD American School offers a distinct and timely alternative: a school built on scientific principles, shaped by leading educators, and grounded in a deep commitment to student flourishing. With well-being and character development at the heart of its mission, RDAS goes beyond academics to nurture purposeful, resilient learners prepared to lead lives of meaning and impact in the 21st century. 'We're here to prepare young people not just for the tests they'll take, but for the lives they'll lead,' finished Dr. Mattingly. About RD American School RD American School is the official brand and educational partner of the prestigious Riverdale Country School in New York City. Opening in Changi Business Park, Singapore, on 1 June 2025, RD American School is an innovative international school committed to delivering a future-focused, holistic education grounded in the science of learning. Our purpose-built campus features dynamic learning spaces that foster experiential, inquiry-driven learning and the development of essential 21st-century skills. Through a unique partnership with Riverdale Country School—ranked America's top K–12 private school—RD American School offers access to cutting-edge programs and multidisciplinary teaching, guided by esteemed educators such as Dr. Kevin Mattingly. Our mission is to nurture curious, resilient, and socially and emotionally intelligent learners prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. At the heart of our philosophy is the Flourish Framework, designed to cultivate a growth mindset, well-being, and the skills to learn how to learn. Supported by an expert advisory group, RD American School is now accepting admissions and is dedicated to empowering confident, future-ready learners.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
RD American School, the #1-Ranked US K-12 Private School Partner, Officially Launches in Singapore
Admissions open 1 June 2025 for US-branded international school, in exclusive partnership with Riverdale Country School, currently ranked the #1 K–12 private school in the United States With a formal school launch in January 2026, RD American School introduces a program grounded in the science of learning, with a student-centered approach to 21st-century education SINGAPORE, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a milestone development for Singapore's international education landscape, RD American School (RDAS) today announces its official arrival in Singapore, with admissions opening 1 June 2025. This marks the debut of Singapore's first US-branded Top 100 K–12 private school, developed in exclusive partnership with Riverdale Country School, New York City, a 100-year-old academic leader currently ranked the #1 K-12 private school in the United States by Niche. Riverdale is internationally known not only for its academic excellence, but for its legacy, counting President John F. Kennedy among its distinguished alumni. That tradition of excellence continues through this new partnership in Asia. "We at Riverdale Country School are honoured to establish this partnership with RD American School in Singapore. We recognise that Singapore has earned a distinguished global reputation for excellence in both its public and international educational institutions. Since our founding in 1907, Riverdale has built a reputation as a forward-thinking school grounded in academic excellence, thriving community, and character development," said Kari Ostrem, Head of School, Riverdale Country School. "We believe that our commitment to supporting RD American School's educators through shared programs, professional development, and ongoing exchange of expertise will help RDAS quickly establish its own strong and distinctive reputation within Singapore's vibrant educational community." Backed by a founding team of leading American educators, RDAS introduces a curriculum and learning environment designed from the ground up to reflect how students actually learn, anchored in decades of research from the fields of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and educational design. Riverdale's influence extends well beyond heritage, its learning framework is grounded in cognitive science and progressive pedagogy. At the helm of RDAS instructional development is Dr. Kevin Mattingly, Riverdale's Director of Learning and Adjunct Professor at Columbia University's Teachers College. He will lead the training of RDAS educators, ensuring daily classroom practices reflect research-backed strategies that foster deep and durable learning. "Our collaboration with RD American School represents a meaningful extension of Riverdale's commitment to educational innovation," said Dr. Mattingly. "Bringing Riverdale's research-informed approach to Singapore is an exciting opportunity. By integrating cognitive science with local educational practices, we aim to create learning environments where students not only acquire knowledge but also develop the skills and dispositions necessary for lifelong success." The RD American School campus, located in Changi Business Park, has been purposefully designed by globally renowned architect Trung Lê. Rather than traditional classrooms, the school features open, reconfigurable spaces that promote movement, inquiry, and interaction, conditions proven to support attention, memory, and collaboration. This architectural innovation is matched by the school's investment in teacher development. All RDAS educators undergo an intensive training programme led by Dr. Mattingly and his team, focused on the science of learning. The result is a faculty equipped to turn every lesson into a cognitively rich experience. At the heart of RDAS's philosophy is the Flourish Framework, a developmental model that goes beyond academic benchmarks to cultivate curiosity, resilience, and ethical leadership. The framework supports students in developing self-awareness, social-emotional competencies, and a sense of purpose—helping them flourish not only in school, but in life. RDAS also places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, character development, and global citizenship. These values are embedded into every aspect of school culture, curriculum design, and daily practice. "Riverdale is an extraordinary place, relentlessly committed to helping students achieve the confidence, competence, and commitment to make the world a better place. We carry that same spirit forward at RD American School," said Nathaniel Conard, Chairman of RD American School. "Join us and imagine what is possible when your child learns in a place that puts flourishing first." RDAS's founding team includes some of the most respected figures in American education, including former heads of top-tier independent schools such as the longtime former head of school at The Pingry School, the long time former head of Choate Rosemary Hall and founding chairman/president of Keystone Academy in Beijing, and many others. Together with Riverdale's pedagogical support, the team brings deep operational and instructional expertise to Singapore's education landscape. As Singapore's education system continues to evolve towards more personalised, student-centric models, RD American School offers a distinct and timely alternative: a school built on scientific principles, shaped by leading educators, and grounded in a deep commitment to student flourishing. With well-being and character development at the heart of its mission, RDAS goes beyond academics to nurture purposeful, resilient learners prepared to lead lives of meaning and impact in the 21st century. "We're here to prepare young people not just for the tests they'll take, but for the lives they'll lead," finished Dr. Mattingly. About RD American School RD American School is the official brand and educational partner of the prestigious Riverdale Country School in New York City. Opening in Changi Business Park, Singapore, on 1 June 2025, RD American School is an innovative international school committed to delivering a future-focused, holistic education grounded in the science of learning. Our purpose-built campus features dynamic learning spaces that foster experiential, inquiry-driven learning and the development of essential 21st-century skills. Through a unique partnership with Riverdale Country School—ranked America's top K–12 private school—RD American School offers access to cutting-edge programs and multidisciplinary teaching, guided by esteemed educators such as Dr. Kevin Mattingly. Our mission is to nurture curious, resilient, and socially and emotionally intelligent learners prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. At the heart of our philosophy is the Flourish Framework, designed to cultivate a growth mindset, well-being, and the skills to learn how to learn. Supported by an expert advisory group, RD American School is now accepting admissions and is dedicated to empowering confident, future-ready learners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE RD American School
New York Post
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Don't fear the AI reaper — jobs panic is way off base
ChatGPT is coming for your job. That's the fear about the rapid advances in artificial intelligence. In a headline the other day, Axios warned of a 'white-collar bloodbath.' Advertisement The CEO of the artificial intelligence firm Anthropic told the publication that AI could destroy half of all entry-level white-collar jobs in the next one to five years and drive the unemployment rate up to 10% or 20% — or roughly Great Depression levels. This sounds dire, but we've been here before. In the 1930s, John Maynard Keynes thought that labor-saving devices were 'outrunning the pace at which we can find new uses for labor.' Advertisement Analysts thought the same thing in the 1960s, when President John F. Kennedy warned 'the automation problem is as important as any we face' — and in our era, too. If a prediction has been consistently wrong, it doesn't necessarily mean that it will forever be wrong. Still, we shouldn't have much confidence in the same alarmism, repeated for the same reasons. If technological advance was really a net killer of jobs, the labor market should have been in decline since the invention of the wheel. Advertisement Instead, we live in a time of technological marvels, and the unemployment rate is 4.2%. Rob Atkinson of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation points out that the average unemployment rate in the United States hasn't changed much over the last century, despite productivity — the ability to produce more with the same inputs — increasing by almost 10 times. Technology increases productivity, driving down costs and making it possible to invest and spend on other things, creating new jobs that replace the old. This is the process of a society becoming wealthier, and it's why nations that innovate are better off than those that don't. Advertisement The rise of personal computers collapsed the demand for typists and word processors. These positions were often held by women. Did this decimate the economic prospects of women in America? No — they got different, and frequently better, jobs. Spreadsheets drastically reduced the demand for bookkeepers and accounting clerks. Did this end the profession of accounting? No — there was an increase in more sophisticated accounting roles. Advertisement The job market has never been stuck in amber. The MIT economist David Autor co-authored a study that found the majority of current jobs are in occupational categories that arose since 1940. It's true that artificial intelligence is projected to affect white-collar jobs — computer programming, consulting, law and the like — more than prior waves of technological change. But these kind of jobs shouldn't be immune from the effects of automation any more than factory work has been. Advertisement AI will end up augmenting many jobs — helping workers become more efficient — and there will be a limit to how much it can encroach on human work. It's hard to imagine, say, Meta ever giving over its legal representation in an antitrust case to artificial intelligence. Lawyers handling such a case will, however, rely on AI for more and more support, diminishing the need for junior lawyers. This will be a significant disruption for the legal profession, yet legal services will also become cheaper and more widely available, in a benefit to everyone else. Advertisement There's no doubt that the changes wrought by technology can be painful, and it's possible that artificial intelligence eventually gets so good at so many tasks that people have no ready recourse to new, better jobs, as has always happened in the past. The potential upside, though, is vast. After strong productivity growth for about a decade beginning in the mid-1990s, we shifted into a lower gear in the mid-2000s. Advertisement It will be a boon if artificial intelligence puts us on a better trajectory. An era of high productivity growth will, among other things, make it easier to deal with the budget deficit and the fiscal strain of retiring Baby Boomers. Like anything else, AI will have its downsides, but it's not an inherent threat — any more than computers or the internet were. Twitter: @RichLowry
