Students call for change
UBC Okanagan students are calling on the school to enact climate action, social responsibility policies in investment, and cede more power on issues that affect their future.
Child-centered research shows how schools can provide support for domestic abuse situations
While no official source collects data on children affected by domestic abuse, research suggests as many as 1 in 5 children experience domestic abuse in their lives. This equates to around six children ...
The Guardian stops publishing on X, says Elon Musk made it toxic
According to the publication, X, formerly Twitter, has increasingly become a “toxic media platform” where far-right conspiracy theories and racism are promoted or tolerated.
The Guardian stops publishing on X, says Elon Musk made it toxic
According to the publication, X, formerly Twitter, has increasingly become a “toxic media platform” where far-right conspiracy theories and racism are promoted or tolerated.
Retirement boosts social connection and reduces loneliness in the long term
Retirement reduces loneliness in the long run, enhancing social connections among Europe’s elderly, with notable benefits for women and highly educated individuals.
Kneecap concert in Derry gets go-ahead at new venue
A CONCERT by Irish-speaking rap trio Kneecap will go ahead this month it has been confirmed. The gig, which was due to be held at St Columb’s Park on November 2, has been moved to Templemore Sports Complex where it will take place on November 23. Complaints were made by some residents who claimed the original venue was not a suitable location for Kneecap’s music – which contains politically charged music. Kneecap is made up of Móglaí Bap, Dj Provaí, and Mo Chara Speaking at the time Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) assembly member Gary Middleton said: “The idea of bringing Kneecap, a provocative, controversial group, with all that goes with it in terms of their lyrics and behaviour... the idea of bringing that to the park is something which I think the majority of people would recognise is not a wise idea." Since then SDLP Derry City and Strabane District Council Group Leader councillor Brian Tierney proposed licensing be granted for the event to be held at the Templemore Sports Complex instead. That was granted…
Pharmacies to launch first 'collective action' in NHS pay dispute ahead of winter strain
The National Pharmacy Association says it is taking the unprecedented action after a decade of Tory underfunding because too many community chemists are closing
Sinn Féin to propose new immigration management agency
Sinn Féin will publish plans later today to establish a new immigration management agency that would oversee the processing of applications and accommodation for people seeking International Protection here.
Civil servants call for four-day week, saying move is 'critical to attaining a good quality of life'
Civil servants are calling for permission to work a four-day week, saying the move is "critical to attaining a good quality of life" and could help save the Government more than £21 million a year.
The House: It's all politics
In Parliament, anything and everything can be political including things as innocuous as playground equipment, clothing, colours, and even eating takeaways.
Women less likely to get first-class honours at Oxford or Cambridge
Female students are less likely to get first-class honours at Oxbridge- and it is partly because of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and a higher aversion to risk
One in three T-level students drop out of health course
Many health and science T-level students dropped out after an exam board sent out botched exam papers in 2022.
Ofsted rates junior school in Chilwell as 'Outstanding' in all areas
The staff's goal is to make school a "fantastic experience" for the children
Birth control and abortion pill requests have surged since Trump won the election
Surge in demand for long-term birth control and abortion pills post-election, driven by fear of future restrictions.
Abuse alleged at homes
A proposed class-action lawsuit against the Canadian government says Indigenous people removed from their communities and placed in group homes beginning in the 1950s suffered physical, sexual and psychological abuse that "was commonplace, condoned and, arguably, encouraged."
Potholes 'getting worse' on rural roads despite £500m spend
Deteriorating conditions of rural roads are affecting journeys, a transport provider says.
Teachers told not to use the word bullies to describe children
Latest guidance from the SNP government aimed at cracking down on bullying highlights the importance of tackling prejudice - including misgendering -and 'microaggressions'.
RSPCA urgent investigation after 80 rabbits dumped in woods
Kind-hearted local residents along with animal rescue volunteers and the RSPCA began trying to save the rabbits
Disposing of landmines
In a Cypriot National Guard camp, Ukrainians are being trained on how to identify, locate and dispose of landmines and other unexploded munitions that litter huge swaths of their country, killing and maiming hundreds of people, including children.
Conditions violate rights
Jail officials in Georgia's most populous county violate the constitutional rights of people in their custody by failing to protect them from violence, using excessive force and holding them in filthy and unsafe conditions, U.S. Justice Department officials said Thursday while threatening to get the courts involved if corrective action isn't taken quickly.
Labour minister slaps down civil service union demanding four-day week
Pensions Minister Emma Reynolds lashed out at the PCS over its call for government workers to get a three-day weekend to facilitate 'one day of chores, one day of fun and one day of rest'.
Focus on final-year exams at Oxbridge may disadvantage female students
A paper published by the Higher Education Policy Institute (Hepi) think tank explores possible reasons why men are more likely to secure a first-class degree at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge
Planes, heat and CERB
The media reported recently that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau boarded the Government of Canada's private Challenger jet to fly to Bermuda to attend the funeral of a family friend.
NDP pro-choice support
In Canada, women’s reproductive rights, particularly the right to choose an abortion, have long been considered a settled issue.
Premature babies not having 'essential' checks at ages two and four
It is also "clear" that a target to reduce the rate of premature births to 6% by 2025 will not be met
A&E departments experienced their busiest October on record as bosses warn NHS is under more pressure than ever before
'It is very concerning that the health service is running so hot ahead of what is expected to be another very difficult winter'
Pay offer being considered by health unions
BBC News NI understands a pay award backdated to this August is currently being considered by union reps.
Elon Musk names his US government department after Doge coin following Donald Trump appointment
The Donald’s pro-crypto election win is also credited with helping drive Bitcoin to a staggering all-time high of $93,480 dollars on Wednesday, from just $5,000 in value when Trump first took power.
Michigan U Students Impeach their President for Violence, Cybertheft, Calling Opponents ‘Zionists’
President Chowdhury took control of the student government’s Instagram account, changed the password, and posted a message calling their opponents “Zionists.”
ICPC chair, Remi Tinubu seek more women, youth participation in fight against corruption
"Women and youth are often the first to feel the impact of corruption, yet they hold the keys to innovative solutions and transformative leadership," the ICPC chair said.
ICPC chair, Remi Tinubu seek more women, youth participation in fight against corruption
"Women and youth are often the first to feel the impact of corruption, yet they hold the keys to innovative solutions and transformative leadership," the ICPC chair said.
Neil Gray apologises for using Ministerial car to attend Aberdeen football matches
The SNP Health Secretary admitted he was accompanied by a family member or friend to five of the football games he was driven to in an official government car.
Rally opposing Scone library closure attended by around 100 people
“Libraries across Perthshire are about so much more than book borrowing, it’s incredibly short sighted to close them, once a library is gone it’s gone and the impact will be felt for years ahead,! MSP Mark Ruskell.
Mustard heir and Church of England minister wife step back from church roles after damning abuse report
A Church of England minister and her Colman's mustard heir husband have been asked to step back from church activities after being named in a damning abuse report which prompted the Archbishop of Canterbury's resignation.
'X-odus' creates growing challenges for brand marketing
Call it an X-odus: In the week following the election, more than 1 million mostly left-leaning people joined Bluesky, a social media network founded by Twitter founder Jack Dorsey. Meta's Threads also ...
Connecting cultures
Kalari Kendram in Noida offers authentic Kalaripayattu training, preserving Kerala's martial art heritage with cultural integrity.
First in Scotland for HMP Dumfries recognised at Holyrood
Parkrun activity helping Dumfriesshire prisoners with rehabilitation
Canterbury University food poisoning case: Food safety watchdog tight-lipped on penalties
Court action is possible after more than 100 students fell ill from eating a chicken souvlaki dinner.
Food safety watchdog tight-lipped over Canterbury University food poisoning
Court action is possible after more than 100 students fell ill from eating a chicken souvlaki dinner.
CoE minister married to Colman mustard heir asked to step back from duties over abuse scandal
Just days after the Archbishop of Canterbury quit after pressure over his own knowledge of the scandal, Reverend Sue Colman is the latest casualty of the crisis gripping the Church of England
Uniformed police reduced public sexual harassment more than undercover officers new research finds
Sexual harassment, whether it's catcalling or groping, is one of the most pervasive forms of violence against women in the world.
“Ask for more, give less!” Anger as council set to introduce three-weekly bin collection
A council has signed a new contract that will see black bins only collected once every three weeks
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