Public research university in Richmond, Virginia
Latin America sees a rise in Protestant Pentecostal and Charismatic churches, now about 11% of the population, with Pentecostal/Charismatic groups reaching 676 million adherents globally in 2026. The trend influences culture and politics across the region, including Brazil, where Pentecostalism intersects with social identity.
A wave of universities is integrating AI into curriculums and graduation requirements. Students from diverse majors are pursuing AI-minors and AI-focused degrees as demand for AI skills rises, even as overall computer science enrollment falls. Institutions emphasize democratizing AI literacy to prepare graduates for an AI-influenced economy.