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The Small Business Administration will lay off 43% of staff, take over student loans from dismantled Department of Education

The SBA announced a dramatic restructuring plan on Friday as part of the Trump administration’s cost-cutting agenda.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) will now be responsible for handling federal student loans for more than 40 million Americans, taking over that responsibility from the Department of Education a day after President Donald Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the education agency.

Universities urge international students not to travel for spring break

Some students risk losing their visas—and degrees—if they leave the country.

Colleges and universities are warning international students to avoid leaving the U.S. for spring break amid the Trump administration’s continuous deportation threats.

In this horror game, the monster can see you through your webcam

‘Eyes Never Wake’ blew up online for good reason: it uses your webcam and mic to make horror terrifyingly real.

If the thought of being hunted by something that can see your every move makes your skin crawl, you might want to steer clear of Eyes Never Wake.

The effects of crime you don’t think about

Lowering crime in communities sets off a chain reaction of positive outcomes that touches not only the would-be victims and families, but the entire neighborhood.

The correlation between reduced crime rates and thriving communities is profound. Lower crime not only ensures the safety of residents but also sets off a chain reaction of positive outcomes that enhance the overall quality of life. In short, crime reduction touches not only the potential would-be victims and families. It also touches the entire neighborhood and community that may not even directly understand the downstream effects.

How data centers are transforming local communities

When a data center provider sets up shop locally, the economic and other benefits can be far-reaching.

At a recent groundbreaking for one of our data center campuses, three members of the community told our team, “Great, we’re going to get a Trader Joe’s now.”

The AI and DEI Balancing Act

What companies need to know in 2025 to move forward.

Artificial intelligence and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are rapidly becoming two of the most challenging and consequential communication arenas for modern companies. According to Mission North’s 2025 Brand Expectations Index (BEx), public sentiment is evolving in ways that require corporate leaders to rethink how they communicate about these issues, balancing transparency with strategic messaging to maintain trust and relevance.

5 critical trends to watch in DevOps

From consumer frustration with software outages to AI transcending the hype, this year will continue bringing threats as well as opportunities.

Software increasingly makes the world go round. Without this critical digital infrastructure, the economy—and society at large—wouldn’t function.

Nvidia, Microsoft, and AWS join utilities firms to launch an AI power grid consortium

More than two dozen power companies and tech firms are joining forces to develop AI tools for grid reliability and energy efficiency.

At Nvidia’s developer conference on Thursday, a large group of energy companies—along with a few technology companies—announced plans to collaborate on building AI models and apps aimed at improving the generation and distribution of electric power. 

America’s global happiness ranking just dropped to record lows, with Gen Z feeling especially bleak

According to the latest World Happiness Report, the United States is not among the top 10 happiest countries in the world. Or even the top 20.

It’s World Happiness Day, otherwise known as International Day of Happiness, but if you’re not feeling the love, you’re not alone.

Tesla Cybertrucks are getting roasted on TikTok—one prank at a time

Armed with a projector and a Lamborghini, this TikTok crew is turning Tesla’s Cybertrucks into rolling billboards for Musk mockery.

Under cover of night, a group of TikTokers known as the Cybertruck Hunters roam the streets, hunting Tesla Cybertrucks in the wild. When they spot one, they pull up behind it and project anti-Elon Musk and anti-Cybertruck messages directly onto its tailgate. The unsuspecting driver? Completely oblivious.