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- 1STEM education on the rise in America's afterschool programs▼Education: STEM education is on the rise in America’s afterschool programs
Afterschool programs across the United States are expanding their STEM offerings, with more students taking part in science, technology, engineering and math activities outside regular school hours. The report highlights growing interest among educators and families in hands-on learning that prepares children for future careers. Supporters say afterschool settings help make STEM accessible to students who may lack such opportunities during the school day.
- 2Pomona College Program Closes Digital Divide●Technology Access Program at Pomona Closes Digital Divide
Pomona College is running a Technology Access Program aimed at closing the digital divide, providing technology access to communities that lack it. The initiative is drawing attention as institutions weigh how to bridge gaps in devices and connectivity. Details on participants, funding and measurable impact have not yet been widely reported.
- 3Meta opens early access for new Muse features●Meta opens early access program for new Muse features https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/25/meta-opens-early-access-program-
Meta has opened an early access program for new features in Muse, its AI offering. The move lets selected users try the tools before a wider release. News of the program spread quickly among technology and startup watchers, who are discussing what the features do, who gets in first, and what the rollout signals about Meta's broader AI plans.
- 4Trump Unveils AI-Powered America.gov for Government Services●Trump Launches AI-Powered America.gov Platform for Government Services
President Trump has launched America.gov, an AI-powered platform intended to centralize US government services for citizens. The system promises faster access to federal programs through artificial intelligence assistance. The announcement is drawing attention alongside debate about how AI will handle sensitive government interactions, questions about data privacy, and whether automated systems can reliably replace traditional service channels.
- 5US sanctions 10 entities over alleged Iran military support▼US sanctions 10 entities for allegedly supporting Iran’s military
The United States has imposed sanctions on 10 entities it accuses of supporting Iran's military. The Treasury measures target firms alleged to back Tehran's defence programs, adding to a long series of designations aimed at restricting Iran's access to materials, financing and technology. The move comes amid continued tensions between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear program, its regional activities and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
- 6Stony Brook Launches AI Academy for Long Island Small Businesses▼Stony Brook Brings AI Expertise to Long Island Small Businesses Through LIA-AI Growth Academy
Stony Brook University is extending its artificial intelligence expertise to small businesses across Long Island through the LIA-AI Growth Academy. The program aims to help local companies understand and adopt AI tools to improve operations and competitiveness. The initiative reflects a broader push by universities to make AI training accessible to smaller firms that lack in-house technical resources.
- 7Delaware launches $5M rural health tech grant program●Delaware to offer $5M in grants through rural health technology accelerator
Delaware will distribute $5 million in grants through a new rural health technology accelerator, aimed at boosting health innovation in the state's rural communities. The program, reported by Delaware Business Times, is expected to fund technology projects that improve healthcare access and services outside the state's urban centers.
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The University of Georgia is expanding its artificial intelligence resources for students, faculty and staff across campus. The announcement, reported by UGA Today, signals the institution's push to broaden access to AI tools, training and support as adoption of the technology grows in higher education. Details of specific programs were not included.