This is an article regarding education costs to be used as a reading sample for testing. It tracks the increases in tuition and reasons for them, breaks down the current student loan system with pros and cons, and covers a few strategies for loan repayment in general terms. As there are several progressive statistics, this article would also lend itself to graphs or charts. | Read More →

Some birthdays are more common than others in the United States. In particular, of the 10 most common birthdays, nine are in September. This article explores three reasons why US birth rates vary throughout the year. | Read More →

What is the correlation between inflation and unemployment? This macroeconomic theory of the Phillips Curve has, in the past, shown an inverse correlation between inflation and unemployment, but what kind of signals does this send to individuals and firms? Furthermore, this article explores some of the recent problems with relying too much on the Phillips Curve as an indication of the labour market. | Read More →

Does how driven to pursue status or likable you are matter? Apparently, it does. This article looks at the two types of popularity identified by science and how they influence your happiness, relationships, and well-being. How to be more likable if you suspect you’re the wrong type of popular is explained. Plus, how it’s fine to enjoy both wealth and likability combined is mentioned. Research sources appear after the article. | Read More →

This article explains why people quarrel with loved ones and how to stop. Painful arguments cause relationship breakdowns. But you can avoid them once you learn how to stay calm and focused. You'll discover what makes people quarrel, and the simplest way to diffuse the heat when the potential to quarrel rises. | Read More →

When it comes to driving, most claim that distracted driving has become a hot issue as of late. Some risks for distracted driving include eating, putting on makeup, texting, smoking and reading. Student Katrina Ranchold lost one of her friends in an accident due to distracted driving, and so she stepped up to help stop this trend. Along with the help of some great corporations, Ranchold's newly formed EGHS group was able to survey her class to find out what they knew about distracted driving. As an effort to inform other drivers, the EGHS Safety Group has held several successful pledge drives. | Read More →