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Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Teen found with multiple guns on KSU campus, police say
A teen is in jail after he was found on the campus of Kennesaw State University with multiple guns. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Campus is a safe space for students at Kennesaw State University. So many were shocked, even confused, to hear about a 17-year-old found with guns and ammunition on campus. It was early Monday morning when KSU says 17-year-old Jayshaun Smith was found sleeping inside a stairwell of the Austin Residence Complex on campus. According to the arrest warrant, Smith, who isn't a student, was found with two guns, ammunition and four packages of THC gummies, plus an additional empty package. KSU said one of the guns was stolen. No one was injured and the teen was arrested. TRENDING STORIES: Officer hit by car in Carrollton while directing traffic Atlanta named 2nd most expensive city for rentals in metro area 'Senseless': Brothers, ages 13 and 14, accused of Clayton party shooting, posting it to social media Students want their safe place to remain just that. 'It's also an open campus, so it's a lot harder to control who comes in and who comes out. We do the best that we can,' said one student. Smith is now charged with possession of a stolen weapon, possession of a pistol by a minor, and carrying weapons in a school safety zone. He was booked into the Cobb County Jail. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Detroit's population is growing − a strategy to welcome immigrants helps explain the turnaround
A section of Detroit's northeast side has a significant immigrant community. | Ken Coleman By Paul N. McDaniel, Kennesaw State University and Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, Kennesaw State University Detroit's population grew in 2024 for the second year in a row. This is a remarkable comeback after decades of population decline in the Motor City. What explains the turnaround? One factor may be Detroit's efforts to attract and settle immigrants. These efforts continue despite a dramatic national shift in tone toward new arrivals. This includes executive orders from the second Trump administration targeting immigrant communities, international students and their universities, and cities in which immigrants live. We study urban geography and immigrant integration. Despite these federal policy shifts, our own research and that of others has found that local leaders in cities across the U.S. are actively working to bring immigrants in and help them become part of local communities, generally for economic reasons. Our recent publications on immigrant integration and immigrant community engagement show how and why cities adapt to changes in their population and economies. Detroit and other former immigrant gateway metro areas such as Buffalo, New York; Cleveland, Ohio; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and St. Louis, Missouri experienced significant immigration in the early 20th century. These population booms were followed by a period of decline in immigration numbers. Now these cities are using branding strategies to construct inclusive identities designed to attract and retain immigrants. It may be surprising to think of a city branding itself, but local governments often work with private nonprofits to shape and manage their city's image. They try to build a unique and desirable identity for the city, differentiate it from competitors, and attract new businesses, residents and tourists this way. Here are three reasons why Detroit and other cities want to welcome immigrants: Immigration has a positive impact on the economy, research shows. Local leaders in Detroit recognize that in a global economy, a thriving industrial sector and robust labor market are linked to the contributions of immigrant communities. They also understand that the growth of these communities brings positive economic ripple effects. Immigrants are more likely than the general population to own their own businesses. Organizations such as Global Detroit encourage entrepreneurship through programs such as the Global Talent Retention Initiative, Global Talent Accelerator and Global Entrepreneur in Residence and provide resources for small businesses. Immigrants also fill labor needs, from high-tech fields such as engineering and research to manual labor sectors such as construction and food service. The City of Detroit Office of Immigrant Affairs promotes economic development and immigrant integration through education, English as a second language programs, economic empowerment and community resources. These efforts are paying off by attracting immigrants to the city. This economic impact extends to tourism as well. The region's marketing campaigns embracing diversity shape how visitors perceive the region. The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau spotlights the unique experiences the city's diverse neighborhoods offer to tourists. Regional resilience describes a region's ability to withstand and adapt to challenges such as economic shocks and natural disasters. Cities like Detroit that are still trying to bounce back from deindustrialization know from experience how critical this is. Immigration contributes to regional resilience, research shows. In addition to supporting local economies and strengthening the labor force, the arrival of immigrants in Detroit has helped offset native-born population decline, stabilizing the overall population and bolstering local tax bases. According to our analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data, the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area grew by 1.2%, from a total population of 4,291,843 in 2010 to 4,342,304 in 2023. According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, the Detroit metro area's native-born population decreased by 58,693 people during that 13-year period, while the foreign-born population increased by 109,154. The top five countries of origin for immigrants in the metro area are India, Iraq, Mexico, Yemen and Lebanon. From 2023 to 2024, the metro area's population gained 40,347 immigrants and lost 11,626 native born residents – resulting in a population gain of 28,721. Efforts to welcome immigrants in Detroit and its surrounding communities contributed to this trend of immigrant population growth offsetting overall population decline. Successful place brands are rooted in inclusion and a strong civil society. Detroit's rich tapestry of cultures in areas such as Dearborn and Hamtramck creates a vibrant regional identity. Organizations such as Global Detroit's Welcoming Michigan actively support local grassroots efforts to build mutual respect and ensure that immigrants are able to participate fully in the social, civic and economic fabric of their hometowns. Examples include Global Detroit's Social Cohesion Initiative, Common Bond and Opportunity Neighborhoods. These initiatives help bring neighborhood residents of various backgrounds together to share their cultures, support each other's small businesses and socialize. Such programs strengthen the region's democratic foundations and enhance its appeal as a welcoming and inclusive place to live. Detroit has found that welcoming immigrants and integrating them into the life of the city is one way to navigate the economic, political and cultural challenges it faces. And it is not alone in embracing this strategy. Other cities practicing similar strategies include Baltimore; Boise, Idaho; Charlotte, North Carolina; Dallas; Dayton, Ohio; Louisville, Kentucky; New Orleans; Pittsburgh; Roanoke, Virginia; and Salt Lake City. Although not all cities choose to pursue such strategies, in those that do, local leaders signal a region ready for a globalized future. Paul N. McDaniel, Associate Professor of Geography, Kennesaw State University and Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, Associate Professor of Social Work and Human Services, Kennesaw State University This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.
Los Angeles Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Los Angeles Times
LA Times Today: Senators demand return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia prior to peace agreement
A bipartisan group of senators is calling for the return of thousands of Ukrainian children who were abducted by Russia. The senators introduced a resolution that demands their return before any peace agreement is finalized. Doctor Kristina Hook is an assistant professor at Kennesaw State University and an expert in the Ukraine-Russia war. She joined Lisa McRee from Ukraine.
Forbes
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
How To Motivate Gen Z, A Generation That Wants More Life Than Work
Music fans enjoy Lauren Spencer Smith's performance on the first day of the TRNSMT Festival 2024 on ... More July 12, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Roberto Ricciuti) Baby boomers (born in 1946 – 1963) are known for their strong work ethic. But along with their continuing exit from the labor market, so seems the value of hard work. Millennials (born in 1981 - 1995) now take up the largest share of the labor market, while Gen Z (born in 1996 - 2012) is gradually joining the workforce. Work-life balance is a key factor for Gen Z when choosing a job, and Millennials value family life more highly than previous generations. What does this mean for organizations? Should we brace ourselves for a workforce that views their job as a 'nice to have' pastime? Will employees do the bare minimum at work? New research suggests that the future is not so bleak. Millennials and Gen Z might want work-life balance, but they also care about meaningful work, learning, and making an impact. This gives avenues for designing jobs that work for organizations and employees. The importance Gen Z attaches to life outside of work is not new. Millennials already strive to combine work with family life, friends, and other nonwork goals. A recent study using data from the World Value Survey, using answers from 221,485 participants, shows a clear trend in the seven waves between 1981 and 2019. When asked if less focus on work in the future would be a bad thing, we see a downward line from 'yes' to 'no'. In other words, employees today prioritize work less and value leisure more than employees in previous decades. Besides wanting more life outside of work, what do Millennials and Gen Z want out of work? Professor Maloni from Kennesaw State University surveyed about 1,000 Gen Z and 500 Millennial students. Millennials value promotion, results, and learning most. Generation Z shares these values, seeking achievement and development opportunities in the workplace. Another value standing out is stability. Gen Z values job security and thinks about benefits and retirement. And the often-made claim that the younger two generations need lots of validation seemed confirmed. Both Millennials and Gen Z highly value feedback from supervisors. There were some striking differences between these two generations as well. Millennials are more comfortable with risk and teamwork, whereas Gen Z prefers to play it safe. While Gen Z is undoubtedly looking for friendship at work (maybe even more so than Millennials), they are okay with more individualistic tasks. Knowing what the new generations are looking for, organizations can strategically design appealing jobs. Here are some factors to consider. While some baby boomers may look contemptuously at a generation that works less, not wanting to work 60-hour workweeks does not mean you can't deliver high-quality work. It might be the opposite, with working long hours damaging your health and work performance. The first crucial change for organizations is to get rid of tenacious organizational cultures that glorify being always available for work. Spending time off work has clear benefits for work. Switching off from work helps employees stay healthy and motivated in the long run. Rewarding activities outside of work can also give employees energy or new skills – think of negotiating with a toddler or teenager –that they can use at work. Aside from company culture, flexible work arrangements are a must-have for Millennial and Gen Z job seekers. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations have let employees decide their work hours or allow remote work. Keeping this flexibility is essential if organizations want to attract and retain talent. If an organization is worried about poor communication or coordination between team members, it can help to set core work hours when everyone is available. The same can be done for remote work. Allowing employees to work at least two days per week gives them flexibility, while organizations keep the benefits of face-to-face communication. A third policy to support work-life balance is offering blank nonwork days that employees can use for life emergencies. These nonwork emergency days signal that organizations acknowledge employees have a life outside of work. This policy is also inclusive, as each employee decides what life emergencies to use days for. Parents might use those days to stay home with a sick child, while others might use a nonwork day to help a family member in need or take a pet to the vet. Generational work values are valuable input to designing jobs that Gen Z and Millennials want. These generations want to learn and see results. One idea is to assign projects where they can develop different skills and see clear outcomes within a reasonable time frame. Whereas teamwork appeals to millennials, Gen Z also values working independently. A mixture of team meetings and individually assigned tasks might therefore work well for Gen Z employees. This group highly values being connected with others. Regular team events or informal get-togethers can motivate this youngest generation. Gen Z and Millennials both fare well by receiving frequent feedback. Therefore, both generations appreciate an involved and positive leadership style. Now that millennials are moving into management positions, while more Gen Z employees enter, these two generations might gel well on this item. Millennials understand the desire for reassurance and will be open to giving encouraging feedback. A final strategy to attract and keep younger employees is offering transparent job security, salary, and retirement information. Generation Z errs on the safe side, and they will want to know the pathways to promotion, the salary levels associated with those promotions, and the retirement package an organization offers. Discussing the future with junior employees might be counterintuitive, but Gen Z has been labeled pragmatic. They want to be prepared, as they have seen their parents endure uncertain times. Whether or not you believe generational differences exist, there is clear evidence that employees today strive for work-life balance. Supporting employees in their search for balance attracts talent and creates a more sustainable workforce that is not chronically overworked. It is a quadruple win. Companies get talent and results; employees get jobs they enjoy and a chance to do more in life than work.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Flamingo physics shocks science world as birds form fish-catching tornadoes
Though flamingos often appear to feed serenely in shallow lakes, their hunting behavior is anything but passive. A new study reveals that these birds create swirling underwater vortexes to trap and consume live prey like brine shrimp, disproving their reputation as simple filter feeders. A research team at the University of California, Berkeley uncovered how flamingos use a coordinated sequence of footwork, head motion, and beak mechanics to engineer tiny underwater whirlpools that draw in their prey. 'Flamingos are actually predators, they are actively looking for animals that are moving in the water, and the problem they face is how to concentrate these animals, to pull them together and feed,' said Victor Ortega Jiménez. 'Think of spiders, which produce webs to trap insects. Flamingos are using vortices to trap animals, like brine shrimp.' In collaboration with Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State University, and the Nashville Zoo, the team studied Chilean flamingos both in captivity and through lab simulations. Using laser imaging and 3D-printed models of flamingo feet and beaks, they discovered that the birds stir up sediment with their webbed, floppy feet, generating spinning flows. Then, by pulling their heads upward through the water, the birds lift these whorls to the surface. While submerged upside down, the birds rapidly chatter their angled beaks—flattened and L-shaped—to create even finer vortexes that guide prey toward their mouths. Their beaks work like a pump, using these flows to suck in moving organisms and filter out unwanted particles. 'It seems like they are filtering just passive particles, but no, these animals are actually taking animals that are moving,' Jiménez said. At UC Berkeley, the researchers fitted a real flamingo beak to an actuator and used a small pump to simulate tongue action. 'The chattering actually is increasing seven times the number of brine shrimp passing through the tube,' he said. 'So it's clear that the chattering is enhancing the number of individuals that are captured by the beak.' 'We observed when we put a 3D printed model in a flume to mimic what we call skimming, they are producing symmetrical vortices on the sides of the beak that recirculate the particles in the water so they actually get into the beak,' Ortega Jiménez said. 'It's this trick of fluid dynamics.' This unique feeding strategy has potential applications beyond biology. The principles could help design better systems for filtering microplastics, self-cleaning filters based on vortex chattering, or locomotion techniques for robots in watery or muddy environments. 'Flamingos are super-specialized animals for filter feeding. It's not just the head, but the neck, their legs, their feet and all the behaviors they use just to effectively capture these tiny and agile organisms," Jiménez concluded. The findings have been published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
