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Migrating seabirds face a surprising problem: jet lag
Manx shearwaters experience a form of jet lag when returning from Atlantic foraging trips, causing navigation errors that could divert inexperienced birds hundreds of miles off course.
Hundreds of GP surgeries lose online services after Silicon Practice collapse
Around 500 GP surgeries in England lost online services after technology provider Silicon Practice entered administration, affecting roughly 10% of practices nationwide.
Women take to social media to break the taboo of UTIs
Women are using social media to challenge stigma surrounding chronic urinary tract infections, sharing personal stories of the debilitating condition that experts estimate could affect up to 1.7 million women in the UK.
A GOP congressman voted to cut Medicaid. It covers 62% of his district. Can he win?
A Republican congressman who voted to cut Medicaid faces reelection in a district where roughly 60% of constituents rely on the program, highlighting healthcare as a key campaign issue.
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Should Districts Pay Vendors Based on Student Outcomes? What the Research Says
A research report finds that outcomes-based contracting, which ties vendor payments to student achievement, shows promise for improving K-12 education implementation and district-vendor partnerships, though success requires proper implementation and district capacity.
Public Colleges Anchor State Workforce Pipelines
A national survey of 100,000 college graduates reveals that public institution graduates are significantly more likely to remain in their home state for work compared to private college graduates.
Jason Arday claimed he was paid ‘1.4 million’ by publisher for memoir
Jason Arday, the former Cambridge professor who resigned amid plagiarism accusations, claimed publisher Simon & Schuster paid him 1.4 million for his forthcoming memoir despite the controversy.
Could Public Preschool for 2-Year-Olds Become the Next Pre-K?
New York City’s expanded public preschool program for 2-year-olds received nearly 5,700 applications for 2,000 available seats, prompting discussion about whether other jurisdictions will adopt similar early childhood education initiatives.
University of Greater Manchester ends contract of embattled vice-chancellor
The University of Greater Manchester has terminated vice-chancellor Sir George Holmes’s contract following investigations into allegations of financial mismanagement and misconduct that led to his suspension last year.
Some Schools Stop Free Meals for All as SNAP Enrollment Falls
Miami-Dade and other major school districts are ending universal free meals for students after declining enrollment in federal assistance programs makes them ineligible for a federal reimbursement program.
Deepfakes Are Supercharging Cyberbullying. How Should Schools Respond?
Schools nationwide are grappling with AI-generated deepfakes created by students, with educators implementing updated policies, clearer disciplinary measures, and support systems for victims while engaging parents and law enforcement.
Cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak heads to Canary Islands after 3 are evacuated
Three hantavirus patients were evacuated from a cruise ship off Cape Verde on Wednesday, with the vessel then heading to Spain’s Canary Islands carrying nearly 150 isolated passengers.
Air India and IndiGo Just Hired CEOs for Two Very Different Global Goals
Air India and IndiGo appointed new CEOs with contrasting mandates: Air India’s leader focuses on executing a massive fleet expansion, while IndiGo’s aims to manage global growth responsibly.
Extreme Drought Is Upending River Cruises
Severe drought across Europe has caused record-low water levels on major rivers, disrupting river cruise operations and stranding vessels as operators struggle with cancellations and itinerary changes.
Ixigo’s Next Shift: It’s Exploring a Move Into Corporate Travel
Ixigo is exploring expansion into corporate travel to offset rising airfares impacting its leisure traveler base, noting existing demand from business users on its consumer apps.
Tripadvisor’s Growth Is Way Behind Rivals. Next Question: What Gets Sold?
Tripadvisor’s growth significantly lagged competitors in the second quarter, with experiences revenue rising just 3% year-over-year compared to GetYourGuide’s 34% growth.