🍃 Aircraft Fuel Efficiency Took Off. Philosophy and Religious Lagged in Persistence. Sports Media Embrace AI.

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🎓 Higher Education. Philosophy and religious studies eroded in persistence🍃 Green Skills. Aircraft fuel efficiency took off in the past three decades
🤖 Artificial Intelligence. Media organisations in sports increasingly use AI

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🎓 Philosophy and Religious Studies Eroded in Persistence

Academic persistence measures students' continued enrolment at any institution term-to-term, distinct from retention at the same school. Philosophy and religious Studies suffered the highest persistence erosion (10.3%) from 2018-2023, with philosophy bachelor's degrees plummeting 15% since 2021. Key erosion drivers include growing STEM/pre-professional emphasis over humanities perceived as lacking career utility, program evaluations counting majors only, penalizing departments teaching broad courses, state laws mandating elimination of low-enrolment programs, and cultural shifts questioning teleological inquiry amid modernity's focus on means over ends.

🍃 Aircraft Fuel Efficiency Took Off in the Past Three Decades

Aircraft achieved the highest fuel efficiency improvements since 1990, with gallons per tonne-kilometer rising from 110 to nearly 180. Airlines exceeded industry goals, delivering consistent efficiency improvements. Modern aircraft prioritize fuel efficiency through composite materials. Boeing 787s and Airbus A350s are 50%+ composites by weight, achieving 20% fuel reduction versus aluminum predecessors. Advanced technologies include geared turbofans with 25% fuel burn improvements, larger bypass ratios, and winglets improving aerodynamics by 10-15%. Scale matters with increased seating density and passenger load factors that maximize efficiency per seat-mile, while next-generation designs target 40-60% further gains by 2030.

🤖 Media Organisations in Sports Increasingly Use AI

Sports organizations capitalized on AI usage in 2025, with media (26%) and technology (21%) leading adoption, transforming operational efficiency dramatically. AI-powered performance analytics optimize training protocols, analyze biomechanics, and reduce injury risks through predictive modeling. Organizations embrace AI for sponsorship optimization, revenue forecasting, and fan segmentation, while leagues like LaLiga partnered with Microsoft for match analysis and Bundesliga with AWS for fan engagement. Fantasy gaming platforms leverage AI chatbots and predictive algorithms as well for immersive fan experiences. 

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