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Amid rising costs and political instability in the U.S., a growing number of American students are applying to colleges in Europe, the UK, and Asia, seeking affordable education and international experience, with applications to the UK increasing by 14% in 2025.
The outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas has raised concerns for American students studying in Israel, with questions arising about whether, when, and how to evacuate. Some universities have already delayed the start of their semesters and are closely monitoring the situation. While some students have chosen to leave for safety reasons, others have decided to stay, citing their current location as secure. The situation remains fluid as airlines reduce service to Tel Aviv, and universities prioritize student safety above all else.
U.S. children's test scores in social studies, math, and reading have all dropped since the beginning of the pandemic, with eighth graders' scores in U.S. history and civics down to where they were back in the 1990s, according to the Nation's Report Card. Experts attribute the drop to COVID-19, culture wars in schools, and a lack of resources for the subjects. The lack of quality social studies education stems from decades of fights that have prioritized other subjects and caused a lack of resources for civics and U.S. history. The lack of civic education can lead to more divisiveness in the country.