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21 million women live in U.S. counties with limited birth control access
About 21.4 million women in the U.S. live in counties with limited access to subsidized birth control, according to a new analysis from reproductive policy organizations.
The 500 colleges where former students aren’t repaying their loans, and why
Five hundred U.S. colleges now have at least 40% of recent federal loan borrowers in nonpayment, with mostly for-profit institutions accounting for the majority of troubled schools, raising concerns about accountability and taxpayer losses.
Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for serving dessert topped with ants
A Seoul Michelin-starred restaurant was fined for serving dessert topped with unapproved ants, violating South Korean food safety regulations that permit only 10 insect species.
EU chief opens door for Canada to become ‘associate member’
The European Commission president backed proposals for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member, citing shared values on democracy, security, and trade amid tensions with the US.
Ferocious fight among Brazil’s supreme court erupts on eve of presidential election
Brazil’s supreme court faces its gravest crisis since democratization as rival judges clash publicly weeks before the presidential election, roiling the nation’s political landscape.
Ukraine war briefing: No energy ceasefire until Russia stops, Zelenskyy confirms after Trump claim
Ukraine will only cease attacks on Russian energy infrastructure if Moscow does the same and the US provides guarantees, President Zelenskyy stated, contradicting Trump’s unverified claims of an agreed ceasefire.
US imposes sanctions on Palestine Action and other left-wing groups
The US Treasury imposed sanctions on British activist group Palestine Action and other pro-Palestine organizations, escalating efforts against critics of Israel under the Trump administration.
Kurdish-led SDF has dissolved, but has Syria really unified its military?
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces announced its dissolution on Tuesday, merging with the Syrian military, though analysts say the integration process remains incomplete and significant questions persist.
UNRWA chief condemns Israeli seizure of East Jerusalem facility
The head of UNRWA condemned an Israeli seizure of its East Jerusalem training facility, calling it part of a campaign to weaken the agency and eliminate Palestinian rights.
Israel-Hamas truce failure ‘point of no return,’ envoy warns
A UN official warns that failure of the Gaza ceasefire would represent a ‘point of no return,’ following Israeli PM Netanyahu’s rejection of a US-backed 15-point peace plan.
Iran faces strait of Hormuz paradox as strategic value of chokehold erodes
Iran’s strategic control of the Strait of Hormuz, recently described as central to its security doctrine, faces erosion as alternative pipeline routes and workarounds reduce its economic leverage and force reconsideration of Tehran’s negotiating position.
China hits out at ‘illegal’ new US sanctions on Iran and trading partners
The US announced sweeping new sanctions against Iran and its trading partners including China, which vowed to take “all necessary measures” to protect its interests and described the measures as illegal.
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Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns
The National Education Union says schools need more funding to be able to make all classrooms inclusive. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe National Education Union says schools need...
‘I was naive,’ says minister who quit over Labour Together claims
He was speaking days after a Los Angeles jury found that Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and Google, owner of YouTube, had intentionally built addictive social media platforms. The two companies said they disagreed with the verdict and intended to...
No evidence of ‘family voting’ in by-election
An investigation into alleged "family voting" finds no evidence of intent to influence voting. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnAn investigation into alleged "family voting" finds no...
Assisted dying bill will not now become law, say both sides
The House of Lords are continuing to debate the proposals but there is not enough time to complete all the stages in the current parliamentary session. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this...
Two hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial roles
The Duke of Norfolk and Lord Carrington won the concession due to their role in organising state occasions. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe Duke of Norfolk and Lord Carrington won...
Mandelson personal phone messages requested for files release
It is thought these questions related to his continued contact with Epstein after his first conviction for soliciting prostitution with a minor; reports that he had stayed at Epstein's home while the financier was in prison, and his association with a charity founded...
Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnReform UK leader Nigel Farage is...
Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM
Messages relating to Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador could have been lost in the alleged theft. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnMessages relating to Lord Peter...
NS&I set to pay millions in compensation to customers
The government-backed bank has been accused of a series of errors, including not paying bereaved families money that was rightfully theirs. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe...
Ministers hope red tape cuts will speed up decision-making
The Conservatives said the changes were being made by a government "stuck in consultation paralysis". Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe Conservatives said the changes were being made...
Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court ruling on social media?
Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion...
British forces will be able to board Russian shadow fleet ships in UK waters
The move will "starve Putin's war machine", Starmer says as he arrives in Finland for a military summit. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe move will "starve Putin's war machine",...
Peers defy government by pushing for UK social media ban for under-16s
The government is consulting on whether the UK should follow Australia by introducing a ban. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe government is consulting on whether the UK should follow...
Doctors announce six-day strike in England as talks break down
On top of this, the government had also offered to cover some out-of-pocket expenses resident doctors face, including exam fees, as well as increase the number of training posts to address what the BMA has described as a jobs shortage at the start of year three of...
Council tax bills in England to rise in April – see how yours compares
It will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnIt will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new...
Crypto donations to UK parties to be banned
As the world inches back to a pre-WW2 order, the 'middle powers' face a grave new challengeWith economic stagnation and extremes of inequality comes corrosion of trust in democratic institutions. So Trump may be a symptom, not a cause, of what Carney called a...
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US borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-lived
US long-term borrowing costs rose again after a government intervention earlier this week, with yields on 30-year bonds reaching approximately 5.27% on Friday despite Treasury efforts to reduce them.
United’s next decision: What to do with all those Boeing 737 Max 10 seats it ordered years ago
United Airlines faces decisions about hundreds of premium lie-flat seats ordered for Boeing 737 Max 10 aircraft, which have been delayed for certification but are expected to finally receive federal approval soon.
Housing investors say this is their worst market in at least 3 years
Single-family housing investors report their lowest confidence in at least three years, citing rising interest rates, insurance costs, and geopolitical tensions as major concerns.
Walmart sees sales growth slip as US shoppers feel the squeeze
Walmart’s US sales growth slowed to a six-year low as rising fuel prices and cost pressures squeezed lower-income shoppers, the retail giant’s latest quarterly results revealed.
UK productivity growing faster than official figures suggest, thinktank finds
UK productivity is growing faster than official statistics indicate, according to a thinktank analysis, suggesting the economy may be recovering from the 2008 financial crisis’s prolonged effects.
Review launched into how pub and hotel business rates calculated
A review into how business rates are calculated for pubs and hotels in England and Wales has been launched, with findings expected in March 2027 and potential reforms ahead.
Technology In The News
When the AI bubble bursts, what will Australia do with the tools it built? One man thinks he has the answer
Science fiction author Cory Doctorow warns that when the artificial intelligence bubble bursts, companies will struggle to recover lost skills and expertise from workers they laid off.
Misleading AI-generated doctors pose ‘huge danger to public safety’
AI-generated doctors are spreading dubious health advice on TikTok, gaining millions of views and posing significant public safety risks, medical experts warn.
Jeff Bezos and UK government invest in £2bn British startup CuspAI
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and the UK government invested in Cambridge-based AI startup CuspAI, which aims to discover new materials for chipmakers and other industries.
For a few seconds, AusAlert blared around parks, libraries and cinemas – but some didn’t get the alert at all
Australia’s first nationwide emergency alert test reached 94% of targeted cell towers, though some users didn’t receive notifications due to device incompatibility, outdated software, or poor coverage.
Aussie gov’t tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers
Australia’s government disabled thousands of functioning test routers after completing a broadband measurement program, despite volunteers noting the devices could be reflashed and reused, raising e-waste concerns.
Google pays $250K for Linux vulnerability allowing guest VM escapes
Google awarded $250,000 for disclosure of a Linux KVM vulnerability enabling guest virtual machines to escape and gain root access to host systems, one of two high-severity flaws discovered this week.
Patch for Windows Defender 0-day could allow attackers to fill hard disk
Microsoft’s patch for a Windows Defender zero-day vulnerability may inadvertently allow attackers to fill hard drives with data, according to the researcher who discovered the flaw.
Microsoft’s Secure Boot has been broken for a decade and no one noticed until now
Researchers discovered that Microsoft failed to revoke 11 defective firmware components for over a decade, allowing trivial bypasses of Secure Boot, the operating system’s critical firmware protection mechanism.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
Europe’s 700-Bar Hydrogen Network Is Closing And Reappearing
Europe’s hydrogen refueling network is shifting from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, with 700-bar stations closing for cars but reappearing at dual-pressure hubs serving buses and trucks.
China Added More Nuclear Power In A Decade Than The Rest Of The World Combined
Global nuclear power generation reached an all-time high in 2025, with China accounting for all net growth while much of the developed world’s output remained stagnant or declined.
Argentina’s Shale Boom Is Reshaping Energy Security Across the Americas
Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale formation now accounts for over 70% of the nation’s oil and gas output, positioning it as a major contributor to energy security across the Americas.
This Megaproject Could Keep Brazil’s Oil Boom Running Deep Into The 2030’s
BP’s Bumerangue discovery in Brazil could sustain the company’s upstream production and the nation’s oil output into the 2030s, with an estimated 2.5 billion recoverable barrels and potential peak output of 600,000 barrels per day.
Mexico Bans Fracking in Key Shale Basin
Mexico has banned hydraulic fracturing in the Tampico-Misantla shale basin due to population density, indigenous communities, and freshwater concerns, even as the nation seeks to reduce natural gas imports from the United States.
U.S. Diesel Exports Hit Record High as Global Supply Crunch Deepens
U.S. diesel exports reached a record 1.9 million barrels last week as global supply constraints intensify due to Gulf disruptions and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.
Climate Change In The News
UK oil refinery broke toxic pollution limits dozens of times
UK’s largest oil refinery spilled toxic chemicals including cyanide and benzene into local waterways and the Mersey Estuary dozens of times during 2023 and 2024, according to regulatory documents.
Britons kept in dark about scale of climate crisis, say viewers of ‘first-of-its-kind’ emergency briefing
A survey of 13,000 people found 87% felt more motivated to act on climate change after watching a film about environmental threats, with 93% saying the public lacks adequate information on the crisis.
Education In The News
Why are so many kindergartners chronically absent?
Kindergarten has the highest chronic absenteeism rates among elementary grades nationally, but Colorado schools are implementing engagement strategies and support systems to improve attendance.
GOP Aims to Codify SCOTUS Ruling on Definition of Sex
House Republicans advanced legislation to define ‘sex’ under Title IX as biologically determined, weeks after the Supreme Court upheld state transgender athlete bans.
Grundy County Conservation to offer Hunter Education training – Sun Courier
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View From an RPU: What Rebuilding Trust Requires (opinion) – Inside Higher Ed
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McMahon discusses future of education during New Bern visit – The Daily News – Jacksonville, NC
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