Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 15, 2026. In today’s top stories, U.S. schools are grappling with the rise of artificial intelligence, as over half of teens use AI for schoolwork, raising questions about what’s lost in the classroom and prompting parent groups to push for less screen time and more […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 14, 2026. We begin with a look at today’s top stories from the U.S. and around the world. In U.S. news, as the new school year approaches, there’s significant discussion surrounding the increasing reliance on artificial intelligence among students, with over half of teens using […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 13, 2026. We begin with today’s top stories from the U.S. and around the globe. Domestically, colleges are facing a challenging financial outlook, leading many to cut staff and programs as a new school year approaches. This comes as overseas institutions are pitching innovative paths […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 10, 2026. We start with a look at today’s headlines. In the U.S., there’s a significant shift in how Americans engage with civic life, posing challenges for communities nationwide. On a related note, cities like Tulsa are creatively reinventing themselves, joining a trend of offering […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 9, 2026. In today’s top stories, U.S. news focuses on education, politics, and technology. Studies suggest classroom pets, if properly cared for, can help students develop social skills and emotional intelligence. Meanwhile, scrutiny surrounding Rep. Max Miller and allegations of misconduct highlight a concerning trend […]