A Conversation With The New Host Of The TED Radio Hour
TED Radio Hour investigates the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. And it has a new host Manoush Zomorodi.
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Next Steps Unclear For University Of Illinois Students Dealing With Coronavirus Cancellations
The coronavirus has prompted many colleges and universities across the country to cancel study abroad programs — including the U of I. University officials announced via email on March 2 that students and staff had to leave Italy and the Daegu region of South Korea as soon as possible. The decision affected 137 students in Italy, and another 15 in South Korea. Students and staff are also barred from traveling to China, Iran, Italy and the Daegu region of South Korea on university business or using university resources.
Why Lawyers Are In High Demand In Rural Areas
Even though Chicagoland is home to 65% of the state’s population, 90% of the lawyers practicing in Illinois are concentrated in that area, according to the Illinois Supreme Court Commission. These legal deserts are popping up statewide, leaving rural areas without the proper legal assistance they need.
How The Coronavirus Is Affecting The 2020 Census Count
The 2020 US Census is around the corner and Illinois residents can participate online, by mail and over the phone.
The 21st—Wednesday, March 11, 2020
On Today's 21st: The 2020 Census will officially begin this week, but with Coronavirus cases on the rise, could that create problems in the census-taking process?