Expanded work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are now affecting older adults and parents of teenagers across multiple US states, with implementation dates varying and potential benefit losses beginning.
The head of the National Education Union argues schools must offer greater flexibility, allowing teachers time off for festivals like Glastonbury during term time, sparking political backlash.
White births in the US have fallen below 50%, dropping to 49.6% in 2024, as total live births decline by 8.4%. Hispanic births rise amid warnings of healthcare misalignment with high maternal mortality rates.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns the United Nations faces imminent financial collapse unless member states pay dues or overhaul financial rules, with the US owing billions.
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New Norwegian research shows girls experience greater wellbeing at school than boys, with biological factors and social connections playing key roles in this happiness gap.
Experts debate the effectiveness of social media bans in UK schools, as digital devices become increasingly prevalent in classrooms, raising concerns about student wellbeing and learning.
London's beloved Poems on the Underground initiative celebrates four decades of bringing poetry to Tube passengers, founded by American writer Judith Chernaik in 1986.
Islamic State militants have claimed responsibility for a coordinated assault on an airport and airbase in Niger, heightening concerns over regional security and the group's expanding influence in West Africa.
AP correspondent Dánica Coto returns to Cuba after three years, documenting crumbling infrastructure, severe shortages, and resilient citizens facing mounting pressures from US policies and regional fallout.
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A simple cow trading maths question has sparked a fierce family argument and online debate, with members divided over whether the profit is $300, $400, or $500.
A landmark agreement between the Syrian government and Kurdish-led forces establishes a permanent truce, integrating Kurdish fighters into the state army and ending weeks of conflict over autonomy in north-east Syria.
The family of Inaayah Makda, a seven-year-old from Blackburn, criticise Moroccan emergency services as 'inhumane' after she was dragged into the sea in Casablanca.
The UN atomic watchdog's board held a special session to address escalating nuclear safety risks in Ukraine amid relentless Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.
President Volodymyr Zelensky outlines Ukraine's accelerated path to EU membership, targeting technical readiness by 2027 amid ongoing peace talks and geopolitical tensions.
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Ethiopia's national carrier suspends flights to Tigray, citing unplanned circumstances, as fears grow of renewed fighting between federal troops and regional forces.
Foreign women linked to Islamic State in Syria's Roj camp hope for amnesty after government offensive weakened Kurdish guards, with many facing uncertain futures.
The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art repatriates three medieval bronze sculptures to India, following evidence of illegal removal from temples in the mid-20th century.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirms Ukraine could be technically ready for EU membership by 2027, despite scepticism from some European leaders over the timeline.
The United Nations and Olympic organisers are urging a seven-week global ceasefire for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, reviving the ancient Greek tradition of the Olympic Truce.
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A Connecticut elementary school has cancelled a scheduled visit from Education Secretary Linda McMahon following significant opposition from parents and local representatives.
Dr Eric Descheemaeker has agreed to leave the University of Melbourne following a confidential settlement of his federal court discrimination case, which centred on allegations his suspension was due to his political opinions.
Myanmar's military-backed Union and Solidarity Party secures a sweeping majority in a tightly controlled general election denounced by human rights groups and Western nations as neither free nor fair.
A seven-year-old British girl from Blackburn is missing after being swept out to sea in Casablanca, Morocco, prompting a desperate search involving family and UK authorities.
The family of Piper James, a Canadian backpacker found dead on K'gari, will travel to Queensland for a traditional smoking ceremony with Indigenous elders to honour her memory.
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Six Iranians share harrowing accounts of recent protests, describing a brutal government crackdown that left thousands dead while revealing a rare sense of collective defiance across generations.
Six Iranians share harrowing accounts of recent protests, describing unprecedented state violence that killed thousands while clinging to fragile hope for change amidst economic despair.
The Detroit Opera presents a groundbreaking orchestral performance of Parliament-Funkadelic's iconic funk hits, arranged for classical instruments by conductor Ray Chew.
UK parents could face fines up to £2,500 and prosecution if they fail to ensure their children receive mandatory full-time education, with warnings about legal requirements and starting ages.
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Donald Trump claims Vladimir Putin agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv for a week during extreme cold, as Ukraine faces -30C temperatures and energy shortages ahead of new peace talks.
