London's ULEZ restores children's lung capacity, study finds
A study of London schoolchildren found their lung capacity improved after the ultra-low emission zone restricted polluting vehicles, reversing decades of pollution-related stunting.
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Whistleblower claims political pressure skewed school antisemitism investigations
A whistleblower alleges that antisemitism probes targeting schools lack sufficient evidence and are driven by political pressure, raising questions about investigative integrity and due process.
Philippine student livestreams school shooting, kills classmate before taking own life
A ninth-grade student livestreamed himself shooting a classmate at a private school in Zamboanga, Philippines, before taking his own life—the country's second fatal school shooting in two months.
Measles Cases Hit Record Highs as School Year Begins
Measles cases in the United States are reaching record highs, reversing decades of progress from vaccination efforts. Public health officials warn of expanded outbreaks as the school year begins.
Student Kills Classmate, Then Self in Livestreamed School Shooting in Philippines
A student at a junior high school in Zamboanga City, Philippines, shot and killed a classmate before turning the gun on himself. The incident was livestreamed, according to local authorities.
DOJ Investigates William & Mary Over Race-Based Scholarship Programs
The DOJ's Civil Rights Division opened a compliance review into College of William & Mary's scholarships and programs, alleging certain awards may unlawfully favor racial minorities in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
Philippine student livestreams school shooting, killing classmate before turning gun on self
A ninth-grade student opened fire at a private university campus in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student and wounding two others before taking his own life. The incident was reportedly livestreamed via body camera.
German researchers prove fatty diet's link to colorectal cancer via gut bacteria
German researchers have identified how fatty Western diets promote colorectal cancer by sustaining gut bacteria that produce deoxycholic acid, a secondary bile acid that accelerates tumor growth in the colon.
Indian law students reject Chief Justice over police brutality dismissal
Law students from India's premier universities are demanding Chief Justice Surya Kant not attend their convocations, citing his dismissive response to police brutality allegations during youth protests.
Student kills classmate, then himself at Philippine school
A student shooter killed a classmate and himself at a Philippine school, according to the mayor. The incident marks another tragic school shooting in the region.
Cold Storage Platelets Match Room-Temperature Effectiveness With Triple Shelf Life
A University of Western Australia study published in JAMA demonstrates cold-stored platelets are as effective as room-temperature variants while extending shelf life from 7 to 21 days, potentially improving platelet availability across dispersed populations.
Ataque a tiros em escola nas Filipinas deixa dois mortos; atirador era aluno
Dois alunos morreram em tiroteio em escola anexa à Universidade Ateneo de Zamboanga, no sul das Filipinas. O atirador, aluno do 9º ano, cometeu suicídio após o incidente.
Thousands mourn Cambridge professor Jason Arday, blame 'racist' media scrutiny for death
Tens of thousands gathered in London to mourn Jason Arday, a Black Cambridge professor who died after weeks of intense media coverage over plagiarism allegations. Mourners and prominent figures blamed relentless and racially-motivated press scrutiny for his death.
Career Transitions as Trainable Skills: Research Offers Framework for Managing Professional Change
Researchers propose a 'transition muscles' framework to help people navigate career changes through identity narration, processing liminality, and building anchor relationships.
Tens of thousands mourn Cambridge professor, blaming media scrutiny for death
Tens of thousands gathered in London to mourn Jason Arday, a Black Cambridge professor who died after weeks of intense media coverage over plagiarism allegations. Mourners blamed relentless and racially-motivated press scrutiny for his death.
Student opens fire at Philippine high school, killing one peer before taking own life
A student opened fire at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student before turning the weapon on himself. The incident marks the second major school shooting in the country this year.
Two killed in shooting at Philippine high school; gunman among dead
A ninth-grade student opened fire at a high school in Zamboanga, Philippines, killing a fellow student before turning the weapon on himself. The incident marks the second major school shooting in the Philippines this year.
Baden Baden e Colorado lideram preferência de cerveja artesanal em São Paulo
Pesquisa Datafolha aponta Baden Baden e Colorado como as melhores marcas de cerveja artesanal em São Paulo, ambas nascidas no interior e adquiridas por grandes grupos multinacionais.
Professor de Matemática detido após morte da mãe em incêndio doméstico
Professor de matemática de 50 anos foi detido após incêndio que matou sua mãe, Olívia de 71 anos, por inalação de fumos. A vítima pediu ajuda aos vizinhos antes de reentrar na casa.
Milhares homenageiam professor negro morto em vigília em Londres
Milhares se reúnem em Londres para vigília em homenagem a professor negro de Cambridge encontrado morto aos 41 anos, após enfrentar acusações de plágio e denúncias de assédio que levantam questões sobre racismo institucional.
Nigerian graduate's viral goat gift celebrates mother's pride and cultural tradition
A Nigerian pharmaceutical technology student received a goat as a graduation gift from his mother, a culturally meaningful present among the Igbo people that went viral online and sparked widespread celebration.
14 arrested in Penn State cocaine trafficking ring linked to fraternity hazing rituals
Fourteen current and former Penn State students face drug trafficking charges linked to two fraternities, with allegations including cocaine distribution and hazing-related indoctrination rituals.
14 arrested in Penn State cocaine ring where pledges allegedly cut drugs as hazing
Pennsylvania authorities arrested 14 people, including Penn State students, for operating a cocaine distribution ring from fraternity houses where pledges allegedly cut and packaged drugs as initiation rituals.
14 Charged in Alleged Penn State Cocaine Distribution Ring
Fourteen individuals including current and former Penn State students and one parent face charges in an alleged cocaine distribution ring operating from fraternity houses.