Pharrell Williams is named a UNESCO goodwill ambassador

Several newly elected Chicago school board members and school principal support organizations are seeking more transparency from the Chicago Teachers Union regarding ongoing contract negotiations, with concerns raised about leadership autonomy and potential impact on students. The CTU's proposals, including increased planning time for teachers and autonomy over curriculum, are being met with resistance from principals and board members who fear negative consequences for student achievement. Despite the push for a quick contract finalization, calls...

Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu is taking steps to fill vacant posts in the Animal Husbandry Department and ensure electricity subsidies for aquaculture farmers. He has instructed officials to distribute fish seeds, hold elections for fisheries cooperative societies, release funds for fuel subsidies, develop marine fuel, set up artificial reefs, and promote Embryo Transfer Technology for livestock breeding. Efforts are being made to provide vaccinations and deworming medicines for all cattle, sheep, and goats...

Air Canada is offering direct round-trip flights from Vancouver to Anaheim for under $300 CAD in May and June 2025, with fares as low as $294 CAD. Flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA) are a convenient 20-minute drive from Disneyland, making it a more accessible option compared to Los Angeles Airport. Passengers booking Air Canada basic fares before Jan. 3, 2025, will receive one free carry-on, but new restrictions will apply after that date. Full...

Premier Danielle Smith discusses various topics including Trudeau, tariffs, border security, and oil in Alberta and Canada. She addresses concerns and challenges facing the province and the country, emphasizing the importance of these issues for the economy and national security. Smith's insights provide valuable perspectives on key political and economic developments impacting Alberta and Canada. Full Article

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A recent Bank of America survey of global fund managers showed the lowest cash allocation on record, with participants heavily underweight in cash compared to stocks. This bullish sentiment is driven by expectations of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve and anticipated growth under President-elect Donald Trump. Despite a recent breather in the equity market, Wall Street is preparing for further gains in 2025, with the S&P 500 expected to climb over 10% according...