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Spain’s deadly train crashes have damaged public confidence in the system
A high-speed train crash near Urda in Spain killed 69 people, marking the second deadly rail incident in nine months and severely damaging public confidence in the nation’s rail system ahead of elections.
Ukraine says bodycam video shows deadly Russian double-tap bombing
Ukraine released bodycam footage showing a Russian double-tap bombing attack on a southern village that killed at least 40 people at an aid centre and shelter on Monday.
Revealed: Expensive gas behind ‘nearly 90%’ of rise in UK electricity bills
New analysis reveals wholesale gas costs drove nearly 90% of UK electricity bill increases since 2020, contradicting claims that net-zero targets are responsible for high energy bills.
Experts: How are climate scientists using artificial intelligence?
Climate scientists are increasingly using artificial intelligence for weather forecasting, satellite image analysis, and climate modeling, though challenges include overreliance on unverified results and intensive energy consumption.
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Judge Orders Iowa State to Pay Former Professor $2.8M
An Iowa court jury determined Iowa State University willfully underpaid a former professor by nearly $725,000, resulting in a judge’s order for the university to pay her $2.8 million.
White paint, trees or air con? What parents and teachers can do to cool UK’s overheating schools
UK schools have experienced extreme overheating during recent heatwaves, prompting parents and educators to seek solutions ranging from tree planting to air conditioning installations.
Parents Can Build Numeracy Skills at Home. These Governors Want Guidance on How
Six governors have petitioned health organizations to issue guidance encouraging parents to use games and everyday activities to build early numeracy skills in children, mirroring existing recommendations for reading.
Ed. Dept. Shifts Civil Rights to the Justice Dept.: What It Means for Schools
The Trump administration is transferring the Education Department’s civil rights office to the Justice Department, raising questions about how complaints from students and families will be handled and resolved.
Lounges Could Be Next in Southwest’s Overhaul: ‘There’s Work Underway’
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan indicated the carrier is actively developing plans to launch airport lounges as part of efforts to attract premium customers and expand its co-branded credit card offerings.
Sonder’s Brand Name Bought Out of Bankruptcy, but the Management Business Is Gone
TravelAI, a Vancouver-based company, has acquired the Sonder brand name and domain portfolio from bankruptcy, relaunching it as an affiliate marketing platform for rental accommodations and boutique hotels.
China’s Hotel Investment Surge Isn’t Just a Distress Sale Story
Mainland China’s hotel investment market surged 224% in the first half of 2026 following regulatory expansion of real estate investment trusts to include commercial properties.
Trip.com Killed Tool at the Center of China’s Antitrust Case — and It’s Already Hitting Profits
Trip.com has shut down price-tracking and price-matching tools at the center of China’s antitrust case, with executives indicating the changes are already affecting financial performance.
Crisis looms for Pope Leo as splinter sect seeks to ordain traditionalist bishops
A traditionalist Catholic sect plans to ordain bishops without Vatican authorization on July 1, threatening schism and placing strain on Pope Leo’s papacy early in his tenure.
Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans
An AP-NORC survey of over 1,000 Jewish Americans reveals diverse views on Israel’s Gaza operations, political party support, and experiences with antisemitism and personal safety concerns.
Vatican defends secrecy in sensitive abuse case involving ex-Jesuit artist Marko Rupnik
The Vatican confirmed an ongoing church trial against ex-Jesuit priest Marko Rupnik, accused of spiritual and sexual abuse of women, and defended the secrecy of proceedings.
This Pittsburgh rabbi led the Tree of Life through its darkest days. Now, he says goodbye
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers is retiring from Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Congregation after leading the community through recovery from a 2018 mass shooting that killed 11 worshippers, the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history.