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Top stories - BBC News
Heavy rain brings widespread travel disruption
River levels are rising and properties are expected to flood in several parts of Wales.38 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
Three held on suspicion of murder of one-year-old girl in Northern Ireland
Police treating death of 23-month-old Tavia Michella Ximenes Da Costa in Dungannon on Sunday as murder. Detectives in Northern Ireland have launched a murder investigation after the death of a ...1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Ireland’s big school secret: how a year off-curriculum changes teenage lives
The transition year led Paul Mescal and Cillian Murphy to become actors – and has had similarly seismic effects on thousands of secondary school students. Should other countries follow suit?. ‘If ...8 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
How big is ‘big enough’ for China’s stimulus?
Some estimates and theories13 hours ago - China -
Top stories - BBC News
Ecclestone big six lifts England to competitive total
Watch as Sophie Ecclestone hits the first six of the day before being dismissed next ball, as England post 141-7 against West Indies during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Ireland's peacekeepers in Lebanon are putting their lives on the line. I know – I was one of them | Tom Clonan
In 1996, I witnessed the horror as the Israeli army fired on UN positions. Now history is repeating itself. Tom Clonan is an independent senator in the Irish parliament and a retired Irish army ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
The boom in home schooling
Parents and children unhappy with traditional education are turning to online alternatives after the pandemic opened the door to new ways of learningYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Fight begins to make mobile-free schools law
A law to ban smartphones in schools will be called for under a private member’s bill on Wednesday.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Tackling misinformation at school
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Schools tackle false info amid hurricanes, election Schools face challenges teaching children how to ...Yesterday -
World - ABC News
Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital
Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nation2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The big idea: why it’s OK not to love your job
We’re constantly told that passion is what makes work fulfilling. But can being head over heels have its downsides?. A few years ago, I went to a retirement event for someone who, in his late 80s ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Israeli shelling of Gaza school kills at least 22
Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence Agency said the site was struck by a volley of artillery on Sunday.2 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'
Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
How big is the real estate ‘stranded asset’ problem?
Governments’ push towards net zero could lead to increased cost of upgrading buildings2 days ago -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
Commissioner Roger Goodell has "no doubt" NFL will be playing in Ireland "soon"
The man whose name is on the football believes that footballs with his name on them will be flying around a stadium in Ireland in the not-too-distant future.4 days ago - NFL -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Global First Ladies Alliance Is a School for First Ladies (and First Gentlemen Are Welcome)
It’s a highly visible role that usually comes with no job description or salary. This group aims to assist. (And yes, first gentlemen are welcome.)4 days ago