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U.S. news organizations urge Biden, Trump to commit to debates: A dozen leading U.S. news organizations collectively urged U.S. President Joe Biden and former ...
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Quick Glance: News Organizations Encourage Biden and Trump to Commit to Debates
- Twelve news organizations called on presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to debates, emphasizing their significance since 1976 in every campaign.
- Highlighting the importance of debates, the organizations urged the candidates to discuss their visions for the nation's future before the American people.
- While Trump is willing to debate his rival, Biden has not yet committed to further debates, and formal invitations have not been issued yet.
- The Trump campaign pushed for an earlier debate schedule, criticized moderator selection, and raised concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the debates.
Center hands over 62% of new Sainik Schools to Sangh Parivar, BJP politicians and allies.
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Quick Glance: Dubai permits private schools to adjust fees by up to 5.2%
- Private schools in Dubai now have the ability to increase their fees by a maximum of 5.2 percent, based on their performance in the latest annual inspections. Schools demonstrating an improvement in their rating are eligible to implement fee increases.
- The rate of increase is determined by the performance of each institution in the annual inspections conducted by the regulatory authority. Approval from the KHDA is mandatory for any fee adjustments.
- Schools that enhance their rating from 'Weak' to 'Acceptable' or from 'Acceptable' to 'Good' can raise their fees by two times the ECI of 2.6 percent, equaling 5.2 percent.
- The Education Cost Index is calculated using the yearly audited financial reports of private schools in Dubai to outline the operational expenses of a school and is developed in cooperation with the Digital Dubai Authority.
Aid agencies decry 'shocking' toll 6 months into Gaza war: United Nations agencies and other aid organisations have decried the devastating toll ...
rte.ie/news/world/2024/0407/1442188-aid-gaza/
Elevated mpox cases spur efforts to avoid summer spread: Mpox cases have been elevated since October, with an average of roughly 200 monthly cases detected per ...
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Israeli troops leave Gaza Al-Shifa hospital laying in ruins | Africanews: The World Health Organization’s director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus ...
africanews.com/2024/04/01/israeli-troops-leave-gaza-al-shifa-hospital-laying-in-ruins/
At least four killed in Israeli attack on Al-Aqsa Hospital in Gaza: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said four people were killed and 17 others wounded in ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/31/israel-attacks-gazas-al-aqsa-hospital-striking-civilians-and-journalists
The WHO is testing a new AI chatbot and its info isn't always accurate: The World Health Organization introduced a new AI chatbot that provides information on ...
qz.com/who-sarah-ai-bot-1851419782
Government watchdog critical of federal mpox response: The Government Accountability Office (GAO) says in a new report that the Department of Health and Human ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4603566-gao-federal-mpox-response/
Records reveal mpox exposures in elementary school as Mecklenburg County cases grow
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article287762095.html
Worrying new strain of monkeypox spreading with pandemic capabilities: The virus could spread more easily than the strain which ripped through parts of the UK ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/worrying-new-strain-monkeypox-spreading-29009282
High-level meeting on monkeypox opens in DR Congo: This meeting, which will be held from Thursday to Saturday, gathered 12 health ministers of the African region ...
newvision.co.ug/category/health/high-level-meeting-on-monkeypox-opens-in-dr-c-NV_185736
Restoring basic functions at Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital 'implausible' in short term: WHO chief
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World Health Day: Invest, expand equitable access to quality health services - WHO - Healthwise
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Cambodia records three more cases of monkeypox; total now stands at 17: Cambodia has detected three more cases of mpox, also known as monkeypox ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/07/cambodia-records-three-more-cases-of-monkeypox-total-now-stands-at-17
Mpox infections rise to almost double last year’s numbers: Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect the comparison time frame for 2023 and 2024 ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4569764-mpox-infections-rise-to-almost-double-last-years-numbers/
Many patients of destroyed Gaza hospital will die if not evacuated, WHO chief warns
asiaone.com/world/many-patients-destroyed-gaza-hospital-will-die-if-not-evacuated-who-chief-warns
Cases of mpox 'far outpacing' last year's numbers: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that more than 570 cases of mpox have been ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/health/mpox-cases-far-outpacing-last-28928361
WHO chief 'outraged' after Israeli strike kills humanitarian workers in Gaza: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus calls for protection" of humanitarian workers in Gaza ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/who-chief-outraged-after-israeli-strike-kills-humanitarian-workers-in-gaza-3680520
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Warning as monkeypox cases on the rise again: Mpox is on the rise in the US, with almost double the number of cases compared to this time last year. However ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/02/warning-monkeypox-cases-rise-20571337/
World Central Kitchen team in Gaza should 'never have been attacked' as their cars 'clearly marked': WHO chief
yenisafak.com/en/news/world-central-kitchen-team-in-gaza-should-never-have-been-attacked-as-their-cars-clearly-marked-who-chief-3680601
Dozens of bodies found in Al-Shifa after Israeli military's withdrawal, claims Hamas
wionews.com/world/israeli-airstrikes-on-al-aqsa-hospital-kills-4-fighting-rages-across-gaza-amid-truce-talks-706352
9,000 patients need emergency evacuation from Gaza, says WHO: "With only 10 hospitals minimally functional across the whole of #Gaza, thousands of patients ...
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/03/30/9000-patients-need-emergency-evacuation-from-gaza-says-who
UN plans mission to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza to assess situation after Israeli withdrawal
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Study: Mpox Vaccine Immunity Weakens Rapidly, Raises Call for Boosters: Research shows that mpox vaccination protection declines rapidly after two doses ...
techtimes.com/articles/303126/20240401/study-mpox-vaccine-immunity-weakens-rapidly-raises-call-boosters.htm
Israeli strike on Gaza’s Al-Aqsa hospital kills four, injures 17: WHO: An Israeli airstrike on Al-Aqsa hospital in Gaza killed four people and wounded another 17 ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/03/31/Israeli-military-claims-striking-Islamic-Jihad-command-center-at-Gaza-hospital
MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million to nonprofits: The billionaire philanthropist and author MacKenzie Scott announced Tuesday she would give $640 million to ...
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Quick Glance: MacKenzie Scott doubles donations despite Elon Musk's accusations
- MacKenzie Scott is criticized by Elon Musk for her philanthropy, but that doesn't stop her from donating.
- Scott more than doubled her planned $250 million donation pledge, increasing it to $640 million.
- Musk previously accused Scott of being a 'super rich ex-wife' who's destroying Western civilization.
MacKenzie Scott donates $640m to US non-profits: She has given $16.5bn in donations since divorcing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2019.
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Why the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worrying disease docs
npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/27/1239276957/mpox-outbreak-democratic-republic-of-congo-deadlier-strain
What will happen when Facebook stops paying for news? Here’s what happened when radio stopped paying for music
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-20/facebook-stops-paying-for-news-radio-music-what-happens-nexc/103605844
Elon Musk hurls insult towards MacKenzie Scott for her charitable giving: The Tesla CEO didn’t hold back on criticizing the philanthropist’s choice of charities ...
thestreet.com/personalities/elon-musk-hurls-insult-towards-mackenzie-scott-for-her-donation-choices
Euphoria’s Hunter Schafer Arrested at Pro-Palestine Protest: ‘Euphoria’ actress Hunter Schafer participated in a pro-Palestine protest with Jewish Voice for ...
vulture.com/article/hunter-schafer-arrested-pro-palestine-protest-biden.html
Quick Glance: 'Euphoria' Star Hunter Schafer Arrested at Gaza Cease-Fire Rally in New York City
- Hunter Schafer, known for 'Euphoria' and 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes', was arrested at a demonstration for a cease-fire in Gaza in New York City.
- The rally took place outside 30 Rockefeller Center, where President Joe Biden was scheduled to appear at 'Late Night With Seth Meyers'. The organization Jewish Voice for Peace confirmed that the 25-year-old 'Euphoria' star was among those arrested.
- A police spokesperson confirmed a total of 33 arrests at the protest. Representatives for Schafer did not respond to TheWrap's request for comment.
- In a video, Schafer can be seen as part of a group chanting, 'No more weapons, no more war, cease-fires are worth fighting for.'
Call for North West volunteers in monkeypox vaccine trial: Healthy people between 18 and 49 are being asked to come forward to take part in the new study.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-merseyside-68557658
Mpox cases in the US are on the rise as vaccination rates lag and new threats loom
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/mpox-usa-cases-vaccination-rate/
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Vaccines Didn’t Turn Back Mpox, Study Finds. People Did.: Behavior change among gay and bisexual men was more important than shots in curbing the spread ...
nytimes.com/2024/02/29/health/mpox-vaccines-gay-bisexual.html
Expert panel finds 'disconnect' between Boeing senior management, employees: An expert panel reviewing Boeing’s safety management processes found a "disconnect" ...
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Mpox cases nearly double what they were at the same time last year: There is a national year-to-date estimate of 511 cases as of mid-March.
abcnews.go.com/Health/mpox-cases-double-same-time-year/story
Russian hackers shift to cloud attacks, US and allies warn: Members of the Five Eyes (FVEY) intelligence alliance warned today that APT29 Russian Foreign ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-hackers-shift-to-cloud-attacks-us-and-allies-warn/
Three Chinese largest banks stop accepting Russian payments : Chinas three largest banks, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), China Construction Bank ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/21/7442935/
WHO chief calls Gaza ‘death zone’: With thousands of Gaza residents and hundreds of aid workers reportedly dead in Israel’s conflict against Hamas ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4482718-who-gaza-death-zone-israel-hamas/
COVID-19 Shows Why the World Needs a Pandemic Agreement: Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on how we must prepare now to counter the threat of a future pandemic.
time.com/6899739/covid-19-pandemic-agreement-who/
Adult immunization schedule updated with new vaccines for 2024 - Harvard Health: Four vaccines have been added to the CDC's vaccination schedule for 2024 ...
health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/adult-immunization-schedule-updated-with-new-vaccines-for-2024
Nasser Hospital in Gaza 'not functional' after Israeli raid, WHO chief says: Live updates
usatoday.com/story/news/world/israel-hamas/2024/02/18/israel-hamas-war-gaza-live-updates/72651919007/
More land crossings into Gaza can prevent famine: The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday that only an expansion of land crossings into ...
thedailystar.net/news/world/middle-east/news/more-land-crossings-gaza-can-prevent-famine-3572851
WHO head concerned at attacks on Gaza's Rafah: The World Health Organization head Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday reiterated calls for a ceasefire in Gaza ...
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Israel-Hamas war: US says 'gaps narrowing' in truce talks: Washington's top diplomat said there was progress in talks for a Gaza cease-fire ...
timesofoman.com/article/143515-israel-hamas-war-us-says-gaps-narrowing-in-truce-talks
Londoner with HIV who caught mpox was left unable to eat: A Londoner with HIV who caught mpox has described the "unbearably painful experience" as the ...
islingtongazette.co.uk/news/24187107.londoner-hiv-caught-mpox-left-unable-eat/
'Mission critical for humanity': WHO director warns that Disease X outbreak 'a matter of when, not if'
foxnews.com/world/who-chiefs-dire-warning-disease-x-outbreak-a-matter-of-when-not-if
‘In the Name of Humanity’ – WHO Chief Warns Israel on Rafah Invasion: The WHO Director-General has appealed 'In the Name of Humanity' and warned that ...
palestinechronicle.com/in-the-name-of-humanity-who-chief-warns-israel-on-rafah-invasion/
WHO urges nations to ignore conspiracy theories and sign up to pandemic agreement
thenationalnews.com/uae/2024/02/12/who-pandemic-agreement-dr-tedros/
Rising Doubts Over WHO’s Pandemic Treaty: Recent words from Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the World Health Organization (WHO), have stirred worries ...
riotimesonline.com/rising-doubts-over-whos-pandemic-treaty/
'Children dying of starvation' in northern Gaza, says WHO chief: 'Civilians, especially children, and health staff need scaled-up help immediately ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/children-dying-of-starvation-in-northern-gaza-says-who-chief-3678639
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Gaza children may not survive famine, warns WHO chief: Reiterating his call for cease-fire, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urges more humanitarian aid into besieged ...
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Bombing of tents sheltering displaced Palestinians 'outrageous': WHO chief: Health workers and civilians are not a target, and must be protected at all times ...
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Changes in gay men's behaviors, not vaccine, halted mpox outbreak: New research finds that the 2022 mpox outbreak among gay and bisexual men began to slow down ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-02-gay-men-behaviors-vaccine-halted.html
Taiwan reports 2 domestic mpox cases - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, Feb. 27 (CNA) Taiwan reported two locally transmitted cases of mpox on Tuesday ...
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Taiwan reports 2 new local Mpox cases after 2-week lull: Cases highlight importance of vaccination, vigilance against resurging disease
taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5103376
Alaska Virus: What makes Alaska smallpox so dangerous?: For the first time, a person has died from Alaska smallpox. The Alaska virus is one of the ...
stuttgarter-nachrichten.de/inhalt.orthopoxviren-was-macht-alaskapocken-so-gefaehrlich.0f158616-da76-4d9c-a84f-3de82434c32a.html
WHO calls humanitarian situation in Gaza 'inhumane': The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) called the humanitarian situation in Gaza 'inhumane' as he ...
dailysabah.com/world/mid-east/who-calls-humanitarian-situation-in-gaza-inhumane
‘More than 180 Patients Still inside’ – WHO Gains Access to Nasser Hospital amid Israeli Siege
palestinechronicle.com/more-than-180-patients-still-inside-who-gains-access-to-nasser-hospital-amid-israeli-siege/
Kids and staff at one Philly school were potentially exposed to monkey pox, but health officials say the risk is ‘very low’
inquirer.com/education/monkeypox-philadelphia-richmond-elementary-virus-20240220.html
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No domestic mpox cases reported in Taiwan in 14 weeks: CDC - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, Feb. 20 (CNA) Taiwan has not reported a new locally-transmitted mpox case over ...
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Monkeypox cases on rise in Cambodia; health ministry now confirms 12th case: Cambodia has logged another case of mpox, also known as monkeypox ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/02/17/monkeypox-cases-on-rise-in-cambodia-health-ministry-now-confirms-12th-case
DR Congo reports 16pc of Africa cholera cases last year: The African continent has recorded 4,419 cholera-related deaths and 266,436 cases over the past year ...
standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001489972/dr-congo-reports-16pc-of-africa-cholera-cases-last-year
Cambodia reports sixth confirmed case of monkey pox: PHNOM PENH: Cambodia has recorded another confirmed case of mpox, also known as monkeypox ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/02/09/cambodia-reports-sixth-confirmed-case-of-monkey-pox
Cambodian govt calls for major alert as country records fifth case of monkeypox: Cambodia reported one more case of monkeypox, raising the total number of ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/02/06/cambodian-govt-calls-for-major-alert-as-country-records-fifth-case-of-monkeypox
Defunding UNRWA will have ‘catastrophic consequences' for Gazans, warns WHO chief
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As Indian Elections Near, a Delhi Chief Minister’s Arrest Raises Concern: After his party's meteoric rise, the national government’s detainment of ...
newlinesmag.com/spotlight/as-indian-elections-near-a-delhi-chief-ministers-arrest-raises-concern/
Quick Glance: Arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Raises Concern Ahead of Indian Elections
- When Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested in March for an alleged liquor scam by the Enforcement Directorate, it marked the latest incident in a long list of legal offensives against opposition leaders ahead of the Indian general elections.
- Surveys indicate the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is ahead, but concerns over unemployment and inflation could boost the opposition.
- Opposition parties in India, critical of Modi, see recent developments as a government attempt to use central agencies to pressure political opponents.
- Kejriwal's arrest could pave the way in Delhi for President's Rule, leading to the dissolution of the AAP-led government with the BJP taking control of the state.
Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract With Israel's Government: Google employees are staging sit-ins and protests at company offices in New York and California ...
wired.com/story/google-no-tech-for-apartheid-project-nimbus-israel-gaza-protest/
Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68846778
US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
Tesla to cut 14,000 jobs as Elon Musk aims to make carmaker ‘lean and hungry’: Billionaire says ‘there is nothing I hate more’ than cutting staff as more than ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/15/tesla-cut-jobs-elon-musk-staff
Quick Glance: Tesla to Cut 14,000 Jobs, Elon Musk Aims for Lean Brand
- Tesla is laying off more than 10% of its global workforce, equivalent to at least 14,000 roles, in response to slowing demand and price pressure.
- Elon Musk announced the 'difficult decision' in a memo, mentioning that Tesla had experienced role and function duplications in certain areas due to rapid growth in recent years.
- The job cuts follow a difficult start to the year for the electric carmaker, citing production problems caused by unforeseen factors and a decline in global demand.
- Tesla recorded a gross profit margin of 17.6% in the fourth quarter, the lowest in over four years, attributed to repeated price cuts and increased competition in China.
Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish: Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
The UK has returned 32 royal artefacts looted from Ghana's Asante Kingdom in the 19th Century.
The 150-year old artfacts were returned by the British Museum ... Show more
Africa Live: Bobrisky jailed for six months for spraying money - BBC News: The socialite is convicted of throwing naira banknotes in the air in celebration ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68651946
Quick Glance: Africa Live: Mass Escape from Comoros Main Prison by Simply Exiting - BBC News
- Authorities in the Comoros report that numerous prisoners have escaped from a prison in the capital Moroni by walking through the main gate.
- A government spokesperson held security guards responsible for the disappearance of 38 inmates from the Moroni prison.
- The military junta in Mali has suspended all political activities in the country until further notice.
- The United Kingdom has returned 32 royal artifacts looted from Ghana's Asante Kingdom in the 19th Century.
Dev Patel: Find out why Dev Patel is one of the 100 most influential people of 2024.
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Quick Glance: Dev Patel: An Inspiring Figure
- Dev Patel radiates goodness, and his humanity shines through every time he graces the screen. His career is constantly elevating, with his latest performance in Monkey Man being a standout.
- He leads the way in his artistry, encouraging us to explore familiar places from new perspectives, creating, finding, and sharing uncharted territory. This is his great talent.
- He continues to surpass himself and surprise us all, and we are all eagerly anticipating where he will lead us next.
Turkish Super Cup: Fenerbahçe competes in the final with U19 players - and leaves the field after conceding a lightning goal
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Quick Glance: Fenerbahçe Leaves Supercup Final After Lightning Goal
- Fenerbahçe participated in the Supercup final with U19 players as a protest against the federation.
- The game abruptly ended after a quick goal by Mauro Icardi for Galatasaray.
- The conflict between Fenerbahçe and the Turkish federation led to controversial actions.
- The possibility of withdrawing from the league is being considered due to incidents in the Süper Lig.
Michaela School: Muslim student loses prayer ban challenge: Michaela School was entitled to enforce a ban on prayer rituals, the High Court has ruled.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-68731366
Quick Glance: Court Rules Against Prayer Ban at Michaela Community School
- Katharine Birbalsingh is the founder and headteacher of Michaela Community School
- A legal challenge by a Muslim student against the school's controversial prayer ban was won by the school
- The court ruled that while the ban on prayer rituals may be detrimental to Muslim students, it is a proportionate means of achieving the legitimate aims of the school
- The court also found that the headteacher was justified in temporarily suspending the student due to rudeness and defiance
A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport
ctvnews.ca/world/a-storm-dumps-record-rain-across-the-desert-nation-of-uae-and-floods-dubai-s-airport-1.6850976
Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
Scotland's under-18s gender clinic pauses puberty blockers: It follows a landmark review of gender services in England which warned of a lack of research.
bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-68844119
Brazil seeks to weaken fiscal targets it set only a year ago: Leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants greater flexibility on budget surplus ...
ft.com/content/14e6a4d4-8be7-46cf-bb51-8445b0e85dc1
Quick Glance: Brazil Moves to Relax Fiscal Targets Set a Year Ago
- The leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants more flexibility on budget surplus goals
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government is seeking to loosen its own budget targets as investor concerns rise about the risk of fiscal slippage in Latin America’s largest economy
- Ministers intend to balance the budget next year, replacing the previous goal for income to exceed outgoings by 0.5 per cent of gross domestic product
- Analysts warn that the current deficit targets are unrealistic and likely to be tweaked, prompting investors to express concerns about Brazil’s economic approach under Lula
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