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How Stablecoins Maintain Value

Stablecoins stay at $1 by being backed by real assets like cash or U.S. Treasuries. Fiat-backed coins like USDC are the safest, while algorithmic ones like UST have failed. Trust and transparency, not code, keep them stable.

Does NC State Offer Free Application Week?

NC State doesn't have a branded free application week, but eligible students can apply for free year-round through a fee waiver program. Learn who qualifies, when waivers are most commonly approved, and how to get yours without paying the $90 fee.

Is 20 Hours a Week Too Much for a High School Student?

Is 20 hours of study a week too much for a high school student? Learn why excessive homework harms mental health, reduces learning, and what realistic study time looks like for teens.