Q&A: Mass education was designed to quash critical thinking, argues researcher
Education should promote deep inquiry and individual autonomy, but often, it has been used as a vehicle for indoctrination. That's what Agustina S. Paglayan, a UC San Diego assistant professor of political ...
Tractor in flooding storm is back at work after driver was arrested
A tractor used to drive through a flooded town centre causing scenes of carnage, was back to work in a field today, after the farmer believed to have been behind the wheel was arrested. 
Police deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc brings renewed attention to JonBenét Ramsey's killing
Police in Boulder, Colorado, are refuting assertions that there is viable evidence and leads about the 1996 killing of JonBenet Ramsey that they are not pursuing.
Forgotten Caravaggio Portrait Goes on Public View for the First Time
The portrait of Maffeo Barberini, a Florentine aristocrat who was coronated as Pope Urban VIII in 1623, is now on view in Italy
Jill Biden makes a very naughty pitstop at Nantucket lingerie store
Jill Biden's shopping spree in Nantucket on Wednesday included a stop in Ladybird Lingerie, know for its 'beautiful yet comfortable lingerie.'
Senate panel screens new army chief, Olufemi Oluyede
President Tinubu had in a letter on Tuesday requested the Senate to confirm Mr Oluyede as the substantive chief of army staff.
White House pressing Ukraine to draft 18-year-olds so it has enough troops to battle Russia
President Joe Biden's administration is urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of those as young as 18. A senior Biden administration official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the private consultations, said Wednesday that the outgoing Democratic administration wants Ukraine to lower the mobilization age to 18 from the current age of 25 to help expand the pool of fighting-age men available to help a badly outnumbered Ukraine in its nearly three-year-old war with Russia. The official said “the pure math” of Ukraine's situation now is that it needs more troops in the fight.
Keir Starmer's Chagos Islands deal 'on brink of collapse' as envoy sent to salvage agreement
Keir Starmer's Chagos Islands deal is on the brink of collapse - with an envoy having been sent in a bid to salvage the agreement.
Displaced Lebanese head for homes as fragile truce appears to hold
Thousands are returning south as the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect despite warnings it is not yet safe.
White House pressing Ukraine to draft 18-year-olds so it has enough troops to battle Russia
Biden administration pushes Ukraine to lower draft age to 18 to bolster military against Russia, amid concerns of manpower shortage.
Kai Trump gives rare sneak peak inside grandpa's Trump Force One jet
Rich wood panelling, plush silk pillows and fresh fruit on-demand, Donald Trump's granddaughter, Kai Trump, posted a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the president-elect's luxurious plane.
Assam Police foiled infiltration attempt from Bangladesh: CM Sarma
Guwahati, Nov 27 (IANS): Assam Police thwarted the attempt of illegal Bangladeshi infiltration and pushed back two citizens of the neighbouring country, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday. The two Bangladeshi nationals were identified as Nur Mohammed and Muhammed Khaleda Begum. Taking to X handle, S.....
‘We’re stuffed’: Franz ratepayers’ anguish over flood walls deal
Franz Josef ratepayers have grudgingly agreed to a government finance deal for flood protection which they need but can ill-afford.
Union Minister seeks intervention of United Nations over arrest of Hindu leader in Bangladesh
Union Minister Giriraj Singh seeks UN intervention in Bangladesh Hindu attacks, criticizes Opposition silence, calls for anti-conversion laws in India.
Andhra Pradesh to formulate policy to transform into maritime hub
Amaravati, Nov 27 (IANS): The government of Andhra Pradesh will formulate a maritime policy to transform the state into a maritime hub taking advantage of a long coastline. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday directed the officials to prepare a policy that can transform the 1,053 km long coastline. He to.....
Property developer took marine precinct idea to council, newly released documents show
Tauranga council has released previously private documents and agendas relating to the controversial sale of its marine precinct.
Rajampet Assembly constituency tops in TDP membership drive
Top 10 TDP Assembly constituencies in membership drive praised by N. Chandrababu Naidu during video-conference with party leaders.
Israelis survey damage and mull return to north as ceasefire begins
The deal has triggered discussions of what it would take for people displaced by Hezbollah attacks to return.
Retiring Texas DPS Director McCraw leaves Austin HQ for final time
Texas Department of Public Safety Director Col. Steve McCraw said goodbye to personnel Wednesday as he left Texas DPS Headquarters in Austin for the final time.
Attacks on minorities in Bangladesh: Indian-American body urges Biden, Trump to intervene
FIIDS expresses concern over human rights violations in Bangladesh, urges Biden and Trump to protect minority communities.
LP disowns Interim committee in Ogun
The LP said the move by the committee is an attempt to hijack the party and desecrate its constitution.
Mum's blasé reaction as her secret baby found in drawer where she'd been kept for years
The child had been hid away from the world in the drawer at the family home in Chester - and was not aware of her own name, a shocked social worker told a court
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