UAE to decide on remote or in-person classes on May 10 as schools and universities remain on alert

Uae Education: UAE to decide on remote or in-person classes on May 10 as schools and universities remain on alert | World News

UAE schools remain flexible as authorities prepare major learning model decision / Image: file Students, parents and teachers across the UAE are awaiting a key announcement on May 10 that will determine whether schools and universities continue with remote learning or return fully to classrooms next week.The UAE Ministry of Education confirmed that the country’s…

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16-year-old ran onto a Tennessee middle-school football field during a scuffle and tackled a player; school district banned her from its properties for life

16-year-old ran onto a Tennessee middle-school football field during a scuffle and tackled a player; school district banned her from its properties for life

The girl ran towards the player and took him to the ground. (Image enhanced with AI for clarity) A 16-year-old girl in Tennessee has been charged after she ran onto a football field during a middle school game and tackled a player. The incident happened on Tuesday night during a game between South Middle School…

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Ex-USCIS officer arrested in Texas for allegedly taking cash to approve, fast-track immigration benefits

Ex-USCIS officer arrested in Texas for allegedly taking cash to approve, fast-track immigration benefits

USCIS officer arrested for charging money for approving immigration applications. A former US Citizenship and Immigration Services officer has been arrested in Texas after federal authorities accused him of taking illegal payments in exchange for manipulating immigration decisions and speeding up applications. Lukman Owolabi Ganiyu, a former senior immigration services officer with USCIS, and Adeniyi…

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Chicago study links more urban tree cover to fewer deaths; adding 14,000 trees a year was tied to 105 fewer deaths

Chicago: Chicago study links more urban tree cover to fewer deaths; adding 14,000 trees a year was tied to 105 fewer deaths

Neighbourhoods in Chicago that lost more tree canopy also recorded higher mortality rates. (Representational photo) Tree canopy loss in cities may be linked to higher death rates, according to a new study. Researchers have found that Chicago neighbourhoods that lost more tree cover over 11 years also recorded higher mortality, especially in areas with hotter…

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Lululemon founder Chip Wilson files for divorce from wife Shannon ‘Summer’ Wilson after 20 years, couple had no prenup; he owns 8.6% stake worth nearly $1B, while she holds 1% valued at $100M

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson files for divorce from wife Shannon ‘Summer’ Wilson after 20 years, couple had no prenup; he owns 8.6% stake worth nearly $1B, while she holds 1% valued at $100M

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson and wife Shannon ‘Summer’ Wilson are reportedly divorcing after 20 years of marriage, with their combined company stakes worth nearly $1.1 billion. Chip Wilson, the founder of popular athleticwear brand Lululemon, has filed for divorce from his wife and business partner, Shannon ‘Summer’ Wilson, after 20 years of marriage. The couple…

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Officer asked to show Outlook or Teams as evidence of working: OPT student shares domestic travel experience to New Mexico

Officer asked to show Outlook or Teams as evidence of working: OPT student shares domestic travel experience to New Mexico

OPT student says immigration officer asked to see office email as evidence of their employment. (AI image) An OPT student has shared the questions they faced from an immigration officer when a friend’s group went to New Mexico for the long weekend earlier this month. The student said the group consisted of OPT and STEM-OPT…

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New York City flash floods: Heavy rain triggers warnings, hundreds of flights canceled

New York City flash floods: Heavy rain triggers warnings, hundreds of flights canceled

New York City under flood watch. New York City and surrounding parts of the Northeast are bracing for heavy rain and possible life-threatening flash flooding, with authorities warning of hazardous travel, flooded roads and major disruptions through Wednesday morning.According to the New York Post, the National Weather Service has placed New York City, Long Island,…

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Meet Kiran Reddy, the 18-year-old Georgia teen who became the first Indian American to win Miss Teen USA

Meet Kiran Reddy, the 18-year-old Georgia teen who became the first Indian American to win Miss Teen USA

Kiran Reddy makes history just weeks after becoming first Indian American to win Miss Georgia Teen USA An 18-year-old student from Douglas, Georgia, has made history by becoming the first Indian American to win the national Miss Teen USA crown. Kiran Reddy defeated 50 other contestants during the 44th annual pageant, held at the Adrienne…

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‘America truly is the best country in the world’: Sri Lankan-origin entrepreneur Chamath Palihapitiya's message on turning 50

‘America truly is the best country in the world’: Sri Lankan-origin entrepreneur Chamath Palihapitiya’s message on turning 50

Chamath Pahilipitiya shares his American Dream as he turns 50. Sri Lankan-born investor and entrepreneur Chamath Palihapitiya marked his 50th birthday with a deeply personal message to his children and a powerful tribute to the United States, the country he credits with giving him the opportunity to build a new life. Reflecting on his journey…

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Detroit school students can earn $100 every week just by attending all their classes as district schools bring back cash rewards for perfect attendance

Detroit school students can earn $100 every week just by attending all their classes as district schools bring back cash rewards for perfect attendance | World News

Detroit Public Schools Community District is bringing back its “Perfect Attendance Pays” programme for the 2026-27 school year, giving high-school students a chance to earn $100 for each qualifying period of perfect attendance. The programme is also being expanded to students in grades 6-8, who can receive $50 for a qualifying period. The initiative comes…

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