Mayan prophecy sparks dread and celebration worldwide
As December 21 nears marking the end of the Mayan Long Count, believers spread doomsday theories from China to Mexico and France while scientists and governments push back. NASA debunks claims, and locals in France restrict access to Bugarach peak amid preparations for a presumed apocalypse.
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US students rank far from first in global test
A global study shows American fourth graders excel in math and reading versus four years ago, but eighth graders show little progress and fall behind many peers in math and science. Education officials warn of growing international competition and warn of slower U.S. gains.
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Arne Duncan
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Finland
Singapore
Hong Kong
Slovenia
South Korea
Barack Obama
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