How Tamil Nadu created history through mid-day meal scheme How the State created history through mid-day meal scheme The Hindu · Aug 29, 2023
Leader of Niger's junta says it will restore civilian rule within 3 years, but gives no details The leader of mutinous soldiers who ousted Niger's democratically elected president said Saturday night that they will return the country to civilian rule within three years. Radio France Internationale · Aug 20, 2023
Niger coup: ECOWAS delegation meets deposed president, military govt leader Soldiers who overthrew the democratically elected president in July have quickly entrenched themselves in power. Al Jazeera · Aug 19, 2023
AJ Odudu: “We all need to be kind to ourselves – perfection doesn’t exist” Despite a stellar career in front of the camera, the presenter reveals that she too has experienced the feelings of anxiety and self-doubt triggered by imposter syndrome, which affects over half of UK women The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023
The importance of she-conomics: how empowering women financially helps everyone thrive To make effective and long-term societal change that truly empowers women, financial equity is key. Here we explore how empowering women economically benefits them, their families and communities The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023
Meet the money coach: from salary to savings, discover simple tips to boost financial security From giving greater freedom in terms of careers and education to boosting everything from self-esteem to relationships, it’s clear that finances are key to equality. Here we explore the key issues hindering women’s economic empowerment, and effective strategies to tackle them The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023
Breaking the office bias: smashing the stereotypes holding women back From the gender pay gap to the glass ceiling, women are still bearing the brunt of stereotypical attitudes that limit everything from their pay packet to their career potential. Here we explore why these age-old issues are still affecting young women and effective ways to overcome them The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023
‘Hugely disappointing for top football clubs to have gambling logos on shirts’ Seven Premier League clubs will have gambling companies as their main shirt sponsor for the 2023/24 season while two will have them on their sleeves. The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2023
Police register FIR against animal rescue centre for death of stray dogs in their care The Bagaluru police have registered an FIR against a city-based animal rescue centre following the mysterious death of 13 stray dogs they had rescued for rehabilitation and care. The Hindu · Jul 2, 2023
US announces $524 million in new aid for Horn of Africa drought, climate crisis The United States has announced $524 million in additional humanitarian aid for the Horn of Africa that aims to put a spotlight on the extreme effects of climate change and the worst drought in the region in 40 years The Independent UK · May 24, 2023
Care home fined £20k over death of pensioner who drank cleaning solution TIGH-Na-Muirn has been fined £20k for breaking health and safety laws after a resident died from drinking sanitiser during the coronavirus… The National (Scotland) · May 10, 2023
Schools need a regulator, not Ofsted In England, the education system relies on ratings to keep academies in check. This must change The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2023
LeRoy Carhart, a doctor well known for performing late-term abortions, has died The outspoken and controversial doctor, who specialized in providing second- and third-trimester abortion care, died on Friday at age 81. WEKU · Apr 29, 2023
'Only 5%' of Afghanistan's humanitarian needs funded for 2023, researcher says Since the Taliban retook power in Afghanistan in August 2021, women have been robbed of their right to learn, work and move freely. Their exclusion from public life is having dire consequences for the entire country. We discuss the situation with Melissa Cornet, a human rights researcher who works with… France 24 · Apr 21, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 12, 2023 5 of Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson’s public safety promises — and obstacles He’s vowed to add 200 detectives, shut off ShotSpotter, expand crisis teams, create trauma centers and boost efforts against domestic violence.
Daily Mirror · Mar 7, 2023 Man accused of starving dogs to death with more than 1,000 found dying in his home A dog owner in South Korea went looking for their missing hound and stumbled on a massive dog slaughter farm where 1,000 pooches had been left to starve
Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 7, 2023 Chicago is making progress on a new response for 911 calls involving mental health. Keep at it. The next mayor should continue to fully support the CARE team initiative launched by the Lightfoot administration. Research suggests it could pay off big, for people in crisis and for police.
The National (Scotland) · Feb 28, 2023 Kate Forbes's first Holyrood job funded by anti-abortion lobby group KATE Forbes’s first job in the Scottish Parliament was funded by an anti-abortion Christian lobby group, it has been revealed.
Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 25, 2023 Chicago is expanding the types of 911 calls that get a mental health response The city’s first crisis response teams together have handled fewer than two calls a day. New 911 protocols are expected to lift that number.
Daily Mirror · Feb 8, 2023 Turkey and Syria earthquake: All the ways you can help after death toll hits 9,500 Over 9,500 people have died and tens of thousands more are injured and missing in Turkey and Syria following the earthquake. Here is how you can help those in need
France 24 · Feb 8, 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquakes: International aid guided by geopolitics We bring you a special programme on one of the worst natural disasters to hit the Middle East in decades. Thousands have been killed after two massive earthquakes struck south-eastern Turkey and northern Syria on Monday. Relief efforts are still underway, with a host of nations sending aid, but time…
Chicago Tribune · Feb 1, 2023 Opioid Response Team launches as alternative for Chicago overdose emergencies A new team combining paramedics and recovery specialists will now respond to some Chicago 911 calls for overdose emergencies.
Los Angeles Times · Jan 10, 2023 Why California's much-touted CARE Court is 'no one-and-done program' LOS ANGELES — When Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the CARE Act into law in September, he set the clock on seven counties to have the program with its signature courts up and running by Oct. 1, 2023.
Axios · Dec 25, 2022 NGOs suspend Afghanistan operations after Taliban ban women AfghanAid, Save the Children, the Norwegian Refugee Council and CARE said they could no longer effectively provide aid.
Nottingham Post · Dec 25, 2022 Couple welcome 'little Christmas miracles' after fertility treatment "Our chances weren't really good at all, and it was devastating to hear that"