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Headteachers threaten strike ballots after losing confidence in Ofsted
English headteachers’ unions have passed motions of no confidence in Ofsted and threaten strike ballots over inspection-related wellbeing concerns, citing a 2023 coroner’s finding linking an inspection to a headteacher’s death.
Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
The UK’s largest teaching union is urging schools to retrofit buildings, adjust schedules, and relocate summer exams to adapt to increasingly severe heatwaves affecting student learning and safety.
Can Undersea Volcanoes Power Cities? A Seattle Startup Just Took the First Step
A Seattle-based geothermal startup successfully generated net-positive electricity from an underwater volcanic plant, marking a potential breakthrough for clean energy generation in coastal cities.
Syria’s Energy Comeback Could Reshape Middle East Oil and Gas
Syria’s transitional government is pursuing major energy sector development, including oil and gas projects and renewable energy initiatives, positioning the country as a potential regional energy hub following years of conflict.
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NHS must plan for heatwaves like it does for winter, health secretary says
England’s health secretary says the NHS must plan for heatwaves annually like it does for winter, citing increased A&E visits and equipment failures during recent hot weather.
New weight loss pill approved for use in UK
Eli Lilly’s Foundayo, a daily weight-loss pill for obesity and type 2 diabetes, has been approved for use in the UK, the first European country to do so.
Lucy Davis urges women to check their breasts for cancer – here’s how
Actress Lucy Davis disclosed a breast cancer diagnosis that has spread to her bones. Health authorities recommend women perform monthly self-examinations, noting that initial signs may not always present as traditional lumps.
Eclipse warning: All the key signs you may have damaged your eyes
Eye experts warn of potential vision damage from viewing Wednesday’s eclipse without proper protection, with symptoms including blurred vision and light sensitivity potentially appearing hours later.
Is there a summer COVID-19 surge this year? Yep, it’s ramping up again
A summer COVID-19 surge is currently underway across the United States, with cases rising in most regions, though hospitalizations and deaths remain relatively low compared to previous years.
Doctor says inadequate abortion cares sees women from Wales travel to London
Women in Wales may be forced to continue unwanted pregnancies due to limited surgical abortion services, forcing some to travel to England for care after 18 weeks of pregnancy.
Erin survived cancer aged 21 – now it’s a race against time for a chance of a baby
A 23-year-old cancer survivor faces an £8,000 bill for fertility treatment after NHS egg preservation wasn’t available before her chemotherapy. She’s now campaigning to improve access to fertility services for young cancer patients.
Jon Ossoff calls Trump’s handling of Iran war ‘uniquely despicable’ in excoriating speech
Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff delivered a sharp attack on President Trump’s handling of the Iran conflict, calling it “uniquely despicable” during a campaign rally in Atlanta.
Trump’s move to gut South Korea alliance is ‘inane, haphazard decision’, lawmakers say
President Trump ordered scaled-back military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong-un. Congressional lawmakers criticized the decision as shortsighted and warned it could strengthen Russia’s position in Ukraine.
Trump administration pauses border construction in Big Bend national park
The Trump administration paused border wall construction in Big Bend National Park on Monday as Customs and Border Protection evaluates the controversial Texas project amid environmental concerns.
Supreme Court asked to review Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools
Civil rights advocates asked the Supreme Court to review a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, challenging what they view as state-sponsored religious expression in classrooms.
Lawsuit Challenges NH Student ID Voter Restriction
A voting rights organization filed suit challenging a New Hampshire law that bars student IDs as valid voter identification, arguing it disproportionately impacts young voters without driver’s licenses.