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Not all paths to college and career readiness pay off equally for Texas students, study finds

Students who took English and math college prep courses were less likely to complete college than their peers who were not considered college ready at all.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 23

Fire Marshals Warn: This Common Greenhouse Setup Is a Major Risk

Across the country, fire marshals continue to flag one setup that shows up again and again in post-fire investigations: small greenhouses packed with portable electric heaters, daisy-chained extension cords, and high-wattage grow lights all running at once. Gardeners chase warmth and light for their plants, but many overlook the simple…

Frugal Gardening · Feb 22

Refunds Are Being Frozen Over a Single IRS Identity Check — Here’s What’s Causing the Delays

The tax refund that was supposed to land in a bank account can stop cold because of one thing: identity verification. Not an audit. Not a math error. Not some dramatic investigation. Just a single flag that tells the Internal Revenue Service it needs to make sure the person behind…

The Free Financial Advisor · Feb 22

'Proof by intimidation': AI is confidently solving 'impossible' math problems. But can it convince the world's top mathematicians?

AI could soon spew out hundreds of mathematical proofs that look "right" but contain hidden flaws, or proofs so complex we can't verify them. How will we know if they're right?

LiveScience · Feb 20

“How Difficult Is It To Get Into College Nowadays?”: Find Out With 24 Hard ACT Questions

Ever wondered how hard it is to get into college these days? Or maybe you think it’s too easy? Either way, you’re about to find out. From reading comprehension and English grammar to logical puzzles in the form of math problems and scientific charts, this quiz will test your intelligence…

Bored Panda · Feb 20

Can You Trust AI With Your Taxes and Investments? 8 Risks No One Explains

Money demands precision. Algorithms promise precision. That sounds like a perfect match—until you realize that your tax return and your retirement account don’t just require math. They require judgment, context, and accountability.

The Free Financial Advisor · Feb 19

“Are You Good At Basic Math?”: Take This 38-Question Math Test And Find Out

Let’s keep things simple - this is basic math. Nothing scary. Just everyday calculations, a bit of geometry, some number patterns, and the kind of stuff you definitely learned in school at some point.

Bored Panda · Feb 19

Working Full-Time and Still Broke? 8 Costs Draining Middle-Class Budgets Right Now

You clock in every day, put in the hours, meet the deadlines, and still stare at your bank account wondering where the money went. That disconnect feels maddening because the math seems simple: steady job plus steady paycheck should equal steady progress.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Feb 18

Social Security Break-Even Math Is Helpful, But Don't Let It Dictate When You'll File

Your Social Security break-even age tells you how long you'd need to live for delaying to pay off, but shouldn't be the sole basis for deciding when to claim.

Kiplinger · Feb 18

I Asked ChatGPT How Much You Would Save If You Moved to a Zero-Tax State — Here’s the Math

Here's the math behind what you could save if you move to a zero-tax state (according to ChatGPT).

GOBankingRates · Feb 16