A new legislative proposal in Arizona tying teacher pay raises to Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) and Proposition 123 is sparking a major political and educational battle. Republican lawmakers are pushing a plan that would enshrine ESA vouchers in the state constitution while reshaping how Prop 123 funds are distributed—raising red flags among educators and public school advocates.
Recent observations have increased the estimated probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 impacting Earth on December 22, 2032, to 3.1%. This asteroid, measuring between 130 and 300 feet in diameter, was first detected in December 2024. While the likelihood of impact remains low, continuous monitoring is essential to refine its trajectory and assess potential risks.
