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When a college abruptly closes, what happens to its students?

By Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech

Department of Education data show that hundreds of post-secondary institutions close every year. Most are for-profit schools. But over a dozen small, private four-year colleges have closed already this year, leaving their students’ futures up in the air.

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7 out of 10 people feel cared for by others: survey

By Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech

Most people feel socially supported, according to newly released findings from Meta-Gallup’s report on the Global State of Social Connections. Feeling socially supported has real-life consequences. People who felt very cared for by others reported lower levels of stress than those that didn’t.

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Guaranteed basic income program bolsters job, housing security among immigrant households: report

By Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech

Findings from a guaranteed basic income pilot program were released on Tuesday. A guaranteed basic income refers to no-strings temporary cash payments to low-income people. Guaranteed basic income programs are becoming more popular across the country.

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Be wary before scanning QR codes

By Amy Phillips

A Quick Response (QR) code is a group of black and white pixels usually in the shape of a square. Each one has an individualized pattern that encodes data that provides information about a product or service. As more people begin using them, thieves looking to steal your money and other information are creating harmful links embedded into the code.

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Feature of the Week: How much does it cost to live the ‘American Dream?’

By Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech

A new analysis from Investopedia found that the “American Dream” now costs $3,455,305. For many, the American Dream includes getting married, buying a home and having children. But the rising cost of living is making the classic image of success in the United States something of the past.

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