At least 242 million children in 85 countries experienced disrupted schooling due to extreme weather in 2024, with heatwaves being the primary climate hazard. Low-income nations in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa were hit the hardest, with hundreds of schools destroyed. UNICEF highlighted the vulnerability of children to weather-related crises and emphasized the urgent need for better-equipped education systems to address these challenges.
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Prosecutor who tried Karen Read says evidence ‘led to one person, and only one person’
The prosecutor in the case against Karen Read expressed disappointment over her acquittal for the murder of John O'Keefe, stating that despite a thorough investigation, only one person was identified as responsible. Read was convicted of operating under the influence and received probation, while the prosecutor condemned intimidation tactics against witnesses, emphasizing the need to protect the judicial system's integrity. Need More Context? 🔎
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