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Albuquerque principal is removed and some employees on leave after prom drag show
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Prom Drag Show in Albuquerque
- The principal of a high school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been replaced, and several employees have been placed on administrative leave while an investigation examines a drag queen show during the prom.
- The head of Albuquerque Public Schools, Channell Segura, communicated to parents via a letter that the performance occurred during the prom on April 20, with an investigation aimed at clarifying the sequence of events and how it impacted students. Segura was not reachable for comments on Friday.
- Subsequent to the replacement of the former principal, Anthony Lovato was appointed as the interim principal. Details regarding whether the authorization for the performance originated from school officials or the number of staff members on leave were not disclosed.
- The drag queen show at the prom stirred controversy and criticism from individuals expressing their dismay and dissatisfaction on the school's official Facebook page, while the district refrained from divulging further information regarding the investigation.
Wales school stabbing: Hard to comprehend events, teachers say: Teachers Fiona Elias, Liz Hopkin and a pupil were injured at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford.
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Prince Williams drops in at Rowley Regis school: Prince William has visited St Michael's Church of England High School in Rowley Regis
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Quick Glance: Prince William Shares Charlotte's Favorite Joke at School Visit
- Prince William visited a high school to gain insight into the mental health support provided to students after being personally invited by a twelve-year-old.
- During his interaction with the students, William shared Princess Charlotte’s preferred joke.
- Freddie, the inviting student, briefed William on the school's ongoing efforts and projects.
- During his visit today, William engaged with the student council representatives to explore their diverse initiatives.
Girl, 13, charged after Ammanford school stabbings: A girl has been charged with three counts of attempted murder after the stabbings at a Welsh school.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68901555
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
FDP in crisis: The wrong track of traffic light criticism - Lindner's double problem
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Quick Glance: FDP in Crisis: Misguided Criticism – Lindner's Double Trouble
- The FDP criticizes its own government and is in crisis. The role of opposition is damaging the party's reputation.
- The FDP struggles to assert itself against other parties. Liberalism in Germany is often misinterpreted.
- The FDP faces internal challenges and needs to strengthen its position within the government. The party struggles to assert itself against coalition partners.
- Under Christian Lindner, the FDP faces difficulties in maintaining a clear stance. Internal conflicts and clumsy communication lead to tensions within the party.
Baltimore high school coach arrested over deepfake racist audio of principal: The Baltimore-area principal was placed on leave and received death threats over ...
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'Like a hobby': Private driving instructors rue sunset industry that has quirky students, comfortable salaries
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/private-driving-instructor-licence-retirement-traffic-police-4260856
D.C. police rejected GWU’s plea to sweep out university protesters: City officials worried about the optics of moving against a small number of peaceful ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/26/dc-police-george-washington-university-protests/
Thousands at Columbia sign letter calling for enforcement of school policy: The letter is not affiliated with the university's Antisemitism Task Force.
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-798745
Cornwall Pride returns this weekend with 50th march: There will be 11 events throughout Cornwall this year
cornwalllive.com/whats-on/whats-on-news/cornwall-pride-returns-weekend-50th-9247905
Island near Mull of Kintyre for sale for $3.1 million: An idyllic 453-acre private island is up for sale off the west coast of Scotland and it comes with sandy ...
cnn.com/travel/sanda-island-scotland-for-sale/
Animal groups are urging tourists not to visit Wyoming after a man hit a wolf then took it to a bar
apnews.com/article/wyoming-wolf-abuse-killed-boycott-396a15634d7b759d6bab2151ad6fd9d2
School brings back traditional single-cell classrooms: Rangiora High School has a 1980s feel about it, following the refurbishment of its Rakahuri building ...
rnz.co.nz/news/ldr/515202/school-brings-back-traditional-single-cell-classrooms
‘DIVEST’: College endowments turn into flash point of student protests: Many student groups are pushing schools to exert financial pressure on Israel ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/26/bds-divestment-gaza-campuses-israel/
In Grand Rapids, Itasca Pride is planning its first event, but there is already pushback
startribune.com/in-grand-rapids-itasca-pride-is-planning-its-first-event-but-there-is-already-pushback/600361999/
Hydel retain Girls’ 4x100m title at Penn Relays - Jamaica Observer: PHILADELPHIA, USA— Hydel High defended their High School girls' Championships of America ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/hydel-retain-girls-4x100m-title-penn-relays/
'I can't breathe': Black man in Ohio tells police before he died, video shows: Ohio police released video of a Black man who died at a local hospital after ...
reuters.com/world/us/i-cant-breathe-black-man-ohio-tells-police-before-he-died-video-shows-2024-04-26/
USC says it is canceling its 'main stage' commencement ceremony: After tensions led USC to drop its valedictorian and keynote speaker from its main commencement ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-25/la-me-usc-commencement-canceled
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Ukrainian duo heads to the Eurovision Song Contest with a message: We're still here
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Tennessee governor plans to sign bill that would let teachers carry guns in schools
nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/tennessee-governor-plans-sign-bill-let-teachers-carry-guns-schools-rcna149457
Quick Glance: Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Adults Aiding Minors in Gender-Affirming Care
- Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse approved a bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
- The bill closely resembles language from an anti-abortion trafficking proposal approved by Tennessee Republican lawmakers the day before.
- Critics caution about the broad application of the law, ranging from discussing care options with adolescents to aiding in travel to states with looser gender-affirming care restrictions.
- Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws than any other state since 2015, as identified by the Human Rights Campaign, calling it a staggering assault on their constituents.
Protests Threaten College Graduations, Denying Seniors Second Chance at Normalcy: After Covid ruined high school graduation for the class of 2020 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/style/campus-protests-college-graduation.html
Deepfake of Baltimore Principal Leads to Arrest of School Employee: A high school athletic director in the Baltimore area was arrested after he used A.I. ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/technology/deepfake-recording-principal-arrest.html
Bangladesh: Extreme heat kicks 33 million children out of schools: Bangladesh has closed schools and colleges due to extreme heat for the second year in a row.
bbc.com/news/articles/c1wxjj3g965o
Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer': A dark, haunting story bungles its depiction of queerness
npr.org/2024/04/25/1247130712/baby-reindeer-review-netflix
Quick Glance: Analyzing Netflix's Hit Series 'Baby Reindeer'
- Richard Gadd's dark comedy-thriller series 'Baby Reindeer' has become a social media sensation, tackling the issue of stalking in a compelling manner.
- 'Baby Reindeer' offers a nuanced and shocking perspective on stalking, contrasting with other portrayals like 'You' and delving deep into the psychological effects.
- The series explores the psychological impact of stalking and trauma, blurring the lines between victim and perpetrator.
- Despite not falling into the true crime genre, 'Baby Reindeer' is mistakenly viewed as such by some viewers, sparking discussions on ethical issues in the entertainment industry.
How Schools Can Help Kids Reduce Racism and Prejudice: Making schools more welcoming for all can make for a fair and just society
scientificamerican.com/article/the-science-of-reducing-prejudice-in-kids/
Marrying the One Who Almost Got Away: Elaiza Ramos and Marc Reyes, high school sweethearts in the Philippines, broke up after graduating ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/style/elaiza-ramos-marc-reyes-wedding.html
High school student injured in earthquake dies - Focus Taiwan: A 17-year-old high school student who was seriously injured in the magnitude 7 ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404250021
Maya Veliz, Texas cheerleader stripped of valedictorian title over 'miscalculation,' shares planned graduation speech: 'Failure has made me who I am'
nypost.com/2024/04/25/us-news/maya-veliz-student-stripped-of-valedictorian-shares-speech/
High schooler accused of killing fellow student on campus in Arlington, Texas: Police say a 17-year-old has been arrested on a murder warrant after fatally ...
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/high-schooler-accused-killing-fellow-student-campus-arlington-109628467
Gloucester pub suddenly closed and new restaurant to take its place: Rose Tree Farm in Kingsway, which has a four-star rating on Tripadvisor ...
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/whats-on/gloucester-pub-suddenly-closes-new-9243856
UPDATE: Schoolboy charged with murder in stabbing death of Raneil Plummer: ST JAMES, Jamaica — The 14-year-old Irwin High School student who was taken into ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/update-schoolboy-charged-murder-stabbing-death-raneil-plummer/
A ban in Kansas on gender-affirming care also would bar advocacy for kids' social transitions
apnews.com/article/gender-affirming-care-ban-minors-kansas-8c7492f64136d90d830f97ace98a138b
Lessons at school: against compulsory reading, for more surprise: Why are classics so often read in schools and why are pupils then required to read set-piece ...
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‘I’ve never seen anything like this’: Wawa is open for business in Alabama: Some people drove hours to be there for the grand opening of the chain's first ...
al.com/life/2024/04/ive-never-seen-anything-like-this-wawa-is-open-for-business-in-alabama.html
Kharkiv's children continue education below ground amid Russian airstrikes: In recent weeks, Russia has ramped up its airstrikes on Kharkiv ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/kharkivs-children-continue-education-below-ground-amid-russian-airstrikes
Washington state officials identify second body found at ex-officer’s home as girlfriend and mother of kidnapped child
cnn.com/us/washington-elias-huizar/
Morehouse faculty and students raise concerns about Biden's graduation speech: Morehouse College’s leadership is set to hold a call on Thursday to address ...
nbcnews.com/politics/joe-biden/morehouse-faculty-students-concerns-biden-graduation-speech-rcna149283
Sharjah announces return to in-person classes - News | Khaleej Times: The emirate had first announced distance learning for private schools on Monday, April 15
khaleejtimes.com/uae/education/sharjah-announces-return-to-in-person-classes
Carolyn Hax: Can one spouse tell another to stop traveling so much for work?: Husband’s work travel has increased, and this letter writer is burned out from ...
washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/04/25/carolyn-hax-spouse-stop-work-travel/
Caleb Williams, likely top NFL draft pick, traces success to an interception at age 9
npr.org/2024/04/25/1246815390/caleb-williams-nfl-2024-draft-chicago-bears
Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
USC cancels main commencement ceremony after nixing valedictorian’s speech: The University of Southern California (USC) has canceled its main commencement ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4622194-usc-commencement-valedictorian-speech-student-protests/
Robert Kraft Withdraws Support From Columbia Over Protests: The New England Patriots owner said this week that he was “no longer comfortable supporting” Columbia ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/business/robert-kraft-donation-columbia-protests.html
Grange Hill student killed in gun attack, schoolmate injured: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica – Two students of the Grange Hill High School in Westmoreland were shot ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/grange-hill-student-killed-gun-attack-schoolmate-injured/
Columbia University senate to examine administration amid campus protests: Columbia’s University Senate created a task force to examine the school ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/26/columbia-university-senate-president-protests/
Girl, 13, charged with attempted murder after stabbing at school in Wales: Pupils at Amman Valley School, also known as Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, in Carmarthenshire ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/25/girl-13-charged-attempted-murder-stabbing-school-wales-20718223/
Charges against 17-year-old after knife attack at school: Several students were stabbed at a high school in Wuppertal in February. Some of them difficult ...
focus.de/panorama/welt/attacke-an-wuppertaler-gymnasium-anklage-gegen-17-jaehrigen-nach-messerangriff-an-schule_id_259889190.html
Pennsylvania school board reinstates talk by ‘30 Rock’ actor after canceling over his ‘lifestyle’
cnn.com/2024/04/26/us/cumberland-vallley-reinstates-maulik-pancholy-event-reaj/
Londoners warned price of a pint could soon exceed £9: While the UK average for a pint stands at £4.80, the Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich, south London ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/25/londoners-warned-price-a-pint-soon-exceed-9-20719430/
Tennessee Parents Question Whether Arming Teachers Is the Answer: Supporters of new legislation to allow some teachers to carry firearms say it will make the ...
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Outside Atlanta, a Mother-Daughter Duo Wanted a House to Share (With Enough Room for Some Privacy)
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/25/realestate/atlanta-georgia-house-sale.html
Dawkins retain triple jump title at Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States — St Jago High’s Jade-Ann Dawkins retained her high school girls' triple jump title ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/dawkins-retain-triple-jump-title-penn-relays/
Former Granby and Halfway House to re-open next month under new ownership: The new venue could become Venney & Co at The Granby in a nod to its previous glory
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/grimsby-news/former-granby-halfway-house-undergoing-9243672
WhatsApp will make calling unsaved numbers easier: WhatsApp has made some big design changes over the past couple of years. However, most of the improvements ...
sammobile.com/news/whatsapp-dialer-app-calling-unsaved-numbers-easier/
Muschett High athletes eager to compete at their first Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States - Muschett High School's track and field head coach, Garth Smythe ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/muschett-high-athletes-eager-compete-first-penn-relays/
'I can't breathe': Black man dies after being handcuffed facedown on bar floor, knee on his back
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Departure bittersweet for Canterbury pub couple: Merwyn and Marie Gilmore have owned the Prebbleton Tavern since 1970 - but now the veteran publicans have ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/departure-bittersweet-canterbury-pub-couple
George Rist fined for racially abusing Wetherspoon's doorman: The councillor hurled racist and Islamophobic abuse at a doorman days after his election.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24281880.george-rist-fined-racially-abusing-wetherspoons-doorman/
Over 90% of trans youths live in states with bills that target their rights, report says
nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/90-trans-youths-live-states-bills-target-rights-report-says-rcna149175
Tennessee governor says he will sign into law the option to arm teachers in classrooms
newschannel5.com/news/tennessee-governor-says-he-will-sign-into-law-the-option-to-arm-teachers-in-classrooms
A Week In Brooklyn, NY On A $60,060 Salary: 12 a.m. — I go out and have a cigarette while my friend, P., smokes some weed. We have hooked up on and off ...
refinery29.com/en-us/archivist-brooklyn-60k-money-diary
Tribute to my dear friend, Raphael Okiot: This world needs more of your type, I feel proud and blessed to have known someone amazing like you
monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/letters/tribute-to-my-dear-friend-raphael-okiot-4602104
MP's bill seeks Crooked House law to protect heritage pubs: “IF we don’t act now then we will see pieces of our history eradicated forever” – Dudley North MP ...
stourbridgenews.co.uk/news/24282440.mps-bill-seeks-crooked-house-law-protect-heritage-pubs/
Campaign continues to reopen the Rose and Crown Nympsfield: MOMENTUM is gathering behind a campaign to buy and secure the future of a last remaining pub in a ...
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/24275134.campaign-continues-reopen-rose-crown-nympsfield/
Mashata danced to Michael Jackson’s ‘Heal the World’ before bullets: Details of how slain popular DJ and comedian Peter "Mashata" Mabuse spent his last ...
sowetanlive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-22-mashata-danced-to-michael-jacksons-hit-before-bullets/
Quick Glance: Tragic End for Peter Mashata in Soshanguve
- A well-known MC, DJ, and radio personality, Peter Mashata, was allegedly shot and killed in Soshanguve on Saturday night.
- On Sunday, the police confirmed the murder of the popular soul and RnB DJ, MC, and radio figure, Peter Mashata.
- The entertainer met a tragic end in Soshanguve last night.
- Following the shooting of two men near TUT (Tshwane University of Technology) in Soshanguve during the early hours of today, Gauteng police opened two dockets for murder and attempted murder.
‘Baby Reindeer’ Cast and Character Guide: Who’s Who in the Netflix Limited Series?
thewrap.com/baby-reindeer-cast-characters-netflix/
London Pub The Black Dog Is at “Max Capacity” Following Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Song
hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/the-black-dog-london-capacity-taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-1235881977/
Sentencing delayed for Cedar Rapids man convicted of murdering man in Marion bar
thegazette.com/crime-courts/sentencing-delayed-for-cedar-rapids-man-convicted-of-murdering-man-in-marion-bar/
Aftermath of huge fire at historic Bristol building: A large fire broke out at a former Grade II pub in Brislington last night (Thursday, April 25)
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/gallery/aftermath-huge-fire-historic-bristol-9249033
Analysis: Guinness’s Premier League deal shows Diageo will pour more into marketing
businesspost.ie/news/analysis-guinnesss-premier-league-deal-shows-diageo-will-pour-more-into-marketing/
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Step inside San Diego's luxurious new supper clubs: Lou Lou's Jungle Room at the Lafayette Hotel and Santa Gula in the Gaslamp offer intimate dining ...
sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/dining-and-drinking/story/2024-04-26/step-inside-san-diegos-luxurious-new-supper-clubs
Stellar Blade Has An Incredibly Moving Side Quest You Shouldn’t Miss: This two-part side story in Shift Up's PS5 exclusive is giving Shakespeare
kotaku.com/stellar-blade-ps5-looking-you-keeping-secrets-quest-1851438636
California mom accidentally invites 487 people to child’s 1st birthday - National | Globalnews.ca
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How To Get Raoul's Au Poivre Burger: Raoul's famously makes 12 burgers a night that are only served at the bar; NYLON's nightlife writer attempts to get one — ...
nylon.com/nylon-nights/how-to-get-raouls-burger
New restaurant is coming to former Pizza Volta space in Sugar House: A new restaurant, Blind Rabbit Kitchen, will soon be opening in the space Pizza Volta used ...
sltrib.com/artsliving/food/2024/04/26/new-restaurant-is-coming-former/
Exeter pubs open their doors to Pint of Science 2024: Popular Exeter watering holes will play host to this year’s Pint of Science, treating the community to ...
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/24282355.exeter-pubs-open-doors-pint-science-2024/
Drunk driver deliberately drove into family after row in pub: Colin O'Keefe repeatedly reversed and accelerated as he attempted to mow down his victims
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/drunk-driver-deliberately-drove-family-29064996
I went to 'best' desi pub for my first mixed grill and I'm on the bandwagon: I tried a giant sizzling platter at The Covered Wagon in Moseley to see what I was ...
birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/went-birminghams-best-desi-pub-29058088
McGillin’s is celebrating bartender John Doyle’s 50th work anniversary with a yearlong party
inquirer.com/life/mcgillins-olde-ale-house-bartender-john-doyle-celebration-20240426.html
Funky gastro beach bar brings 'elevated' dining to Cornish coast : Family sharing plates, live music nights featuring local talent and it's dog friendly too ...
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/gallery/funky-beach-bar-brings-elevated-9249065
37 relaxed photos take you back to Rothwell in the 1990s: Community-spirit shines through in this photo gallery celebrating a decade in the life of Rothwell and ...
yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/retro/rothwell-in-the-1990s-4112038
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