Tag: Schools
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Road blocks and school cancellations: What to expect during Thursday’s Haredi anti-draft rally
What to expect Thursday: A massive rally near Jerusalem Thousands of ultra-Orthodox protesters are anticipated to gather at the entrance to Jerusalem for a high-profile demonstration against compulsory military service. Marketed as a “million man” protest, organizers aim to draw attention to opposition to conscription and to press for exemptions for yeshiva students. The scale…
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Measles Outbreak at Wellington Schools Sparks Concern and Calls for Vaccination Vigilance
Overview of the Wellington measles outbreak A measles outbreak is ongoing in the Wellington region, with Health New Zealand reporting one new case in the capital today. The tally across the country has risen to 11, with the strongest cluster centered around Wellington College and Wellington Girls’ College. The situation has prompted concern among parents,…
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Bacolod Public Schools Damaged by 5.8 Quake
Overview: Quake prompts safety-focused response in Bacolod The city of Bacolod announced an extension of face-to-face class suspensions for all public schools on Tuesday, October 14, following a magnitude-5.8 earthquake the previous day. City officials cited preliminary damage assessments indicating minor and extensive structural damage, particularly in older buildings, and prioritized student safety above all…
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Hong Kong Faces an Active Summer Flu Season Lasting Into November, Experts Warn
Summer flu season in Hong Kong remains unusually active Hong Kong is experiencing a notably intensified summer flu season, with health officials warning that the surge could extend into November. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, reported that the city recorded about 70 outbreaks weekly over the past month, far…
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Hong Kong Faces An Active Summer Flu Season: Experts Warn It Could Last Into November
Hong Kong’s unusually active summer flu season Hong Kong is facing a notably lively summer influenza period, with health officials reporting a higher rate of outbreaks than in the previous winter. Edwin Tsui Lok-kin, the controller of the Centre for Health Protection, noted that roughly 70 influenza outbreaks have been identified weekly over the past…
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Flu Epidemic Hits Japan: Early Season Outbreak Shuts Schools
Japan Battles an Unusually Early Flu Season Japan is confronting a rapid and widespread influenza outbreak that began five weeks earlier than typical. The Ministry of Health reports more than 4,000 hospitalizations as of October 3, a dramatic rise from the previous week. In response, roughly 135 schools and childcare centers have temporarily closed to…
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Leland, Mississippi: Mass shooting during homecoming shocks small town
Overview of the Leland homecoming tragedy A peaceful homecoming celebration in Leland, Mississippi, turned into a scene of horror when gunfire erupted late Friday night. Four adults were killed and at least 12 others were injured as the town’s long-standing homecoming tradition spilled into a violent incident on Main Street. The community now grapples with…
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Measles Outbreaks Prompt Quarantines for Hundreds of U.S. Students
Growing U.S. measles outbreaks trigger school quarantines A surge of measles in the United States is forcing hundreds of unvaccinated children to stay home from school for at least three weeks. In South Carolina’s upstate, 153 students have been quarantined after exposure to the virus, with authorities reporting active transmission. In Minnesota, 118 students in…
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Youngest Knife Incidents in UK Schools Spark Security Push
Scope of the problem: knives in schools across England and Wales A BBC investigation has exposed that incidents involving knives or sharp objects are occurring in primary schools, not just in secondary ones. Police data from 41 of 43 forces in England and Wales reveal a troubling trend: in 2024 there were 1,304 offences linked…
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Minor Cracks in Negros Occidental: Schools, Churches Affected by 6.9 Tremor
Overview: Aftermath of a 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake rattled Negros Island, prompting rapid assessments of public buildings and places of worship. Local authorities reported only minor structural cracking in several facilities, with no casualties recorded so far. The response focus has shifted to safety checks, ongoing operations, and clear communication with residents…