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SummaryUNICEF chief Catherine Russell condemned the killing of nearly 50 children in Israeli air strikes on Gaza over two days, stating that such violence should shock the world but is largely met with indifference. She highlighted the severe humanitarian crisis affecting over 1 million children in the region, who face starvation and lack access to essential resources. The ongoing Israeli offensive, which has resulted in over 53,000 Palestinian deaths since October 7, 2023, has led...

A Georgia woman, Adriana Smith, has been declared brain-dead but is being kept on life support due to the state's abortion law, which prohibits abortions after six weeks. Smith's mother, April Newkirk, reported that Smith, who is currently 21 weeks pregnant, began experiencing severe headaches before being diagnosed with multiple blood clots in her brain. The family feels they have no choice in the matter, as medical professionals are unable to consider other options under...

According to a Financial Times analysis, "left behind" areas in England with low social mobility present significant electoral opportunities for Reform UK, particularly in constituencies that heavily supported Brexit. Nigel Farage’s party has gained traction in these regions, where educational performance for disadvantaged students, especially those on free school meals, is starkly lower compared to London. The Sutton Trust's research highlights the persistent inequality in educational outcomes and opportunities across England, emphasizing the need for...

The Australian federal government is advocating for a substantial wage increase for the country’s lowest paid workers to alleviate cost of living pressures, following a recommendation to the Fair Work Commission. Since 2022, the minimum wage has risen by $143 weekly, currently set at $24.10 per hour, benefiting around three million workers, including cleaners and retail staff. The Australian Council of Trade Unions is pushing for a 4.5% increase, which would raise the minimum wage...

Spark has announced that it is nearing a significant outsourcing deal impacting its networking and operations team, though the company has not disclosed the number of positions affected. Sources indicate that a potential agreement with Nokia could lead to the elimination of 200 jobs, with many roles replaced by workers in India and AI technology, leaving only 14 in-house positions. A Spark spokeswoman refrained from confirming specifics, stating that the figures regarding role reductions and...

A fire broke out at a block of flats on Collendale Road in Walthamstow, east London, leading to the evacuation of over 30 residents, including a woman and a baby who were treated and discharged on-site. Approximately 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines responded, using aerial water towers to combat the blaze, which affected the fifth and sixth floors. The London Fire Brigade brought the fire under control by 4:30 PM and is currently investigating...