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Yahoo
an hour ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Tell us your immigration crackdown story
The Trump administration's crackdown on undocumented immigration and effort to engage in mass deportation will ultimately touch nearly every American's life. Asylum-seekers, undocumented immigrants and millions of their children could be affected. We'd like to hear how the effort is touching your life.
NHK
2 hours ago
- Health
- NHK
UNICEF: 50,000 children in Gaza have died or been injured since Oct. 2023
A senior official of the United Nations Children's Fund says 50,000 children in the Gaza Strip have died or been injured since fighting between Israel and Hamas erupted in October 2023. UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Kitty van der Heijden made the comment in an exclusive interview with NHK in Tokyo on Thursday. She noted that there is increasing malnutrition in Gaza and a medical care system on the verge of collapse. Van der Heijden said personnel of UN-led aid delivery programs have been ''unable to reach children that need us'' since Israel imposed a complete blockade in March. She called on all parties to the conflict to stop the violence and allow UN staff to resume aid deliveries in Gaza "so that children finally can find a little bit of hope." Van der Heijden described the current global situation as ''the worst time to be a child.'' She said one in every six children in the world ''is either living in conflict or running away" from it, which is unprecedented in the history of UNICEF. Regarding the conflict between Israel and Iran, van der Heijden said children on both sides have died and suffered injuries. She added that UNICEF, along with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, is calling on the two countries to exercise the maximum restraint.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov plans to leave fortune to his 100-plus children
Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, a messaging app, has fathered more than 100 children, all of whom will share in the inheritance of his multi-billion-dollar fortune, he told French magazine Le Point in a wide-ranging interview published Thursday. Durov, who told the magazine that he recently drafted his will, said that his children will inherit his fortune, but not for 30 years from today. He is worth $13.9 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Durov didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from CBS MoneyWatch. "I want them to live like normal people, to build themselves up alone, to learn to trust themselves, to be able to create, not to be dependent on a bank account," he told the publication. Durov, who is 40, added that he has six children who were conceived naturally with three different partners, plus at least another 100, whom he's fathered through sperm donations. "The clinic, where I started donating sperm 15 years ago to help a friend, told me that more than 100 babies had been conceived this way in 12 countries," he told Le Point. Durov made clear that his children "will all have the same rights." Based on his current net worth and assuming he has 106 children, each of his offspring would inherit about $131 million. "I don't want them to tear each other apart after my death," he said in the interview. Durov added in the interview that he follows a rigorous daily workout regimen that includes 300 push-ups followed by 300 squats. He said he doesn't consume alcohol, coffee or tea, avoids sugar and is not a smoker. French authorities have charged Durov, alleging Telegram is used for criminal purposes, including the propagation of child sexual abuse material and for drug trafficking. Durov has denied the charges. He told Le Point that he believes the charges are "absurd." "Just because criminals use our messaging service among many others doesn't make those who run it criminals," he told the magazine. SpaceX Starship upper stage blows up Hurricane Erick approaches Mexico with destructive winds, major storm surge Iranians evacuate capital Tehran, some say the regime is frightened
CBS News
4 hours ago
- Business
- CBS News
Telegram founder and billionaire Pavel Durov plans to leave fortune to his 100-plus children
Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, a messaging app, has fathered more than 100 children, all of whom will share in the inheritance of his multi-billion-dollar fortune, he told French magazine Le Point in a wide-ranging interview published Thursday. Durov, who told the magazine that he recently drafted his will, said that his children will inherit his fortune, but not for 30 years from today. He is worth $13.9 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Durov didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from CBS MoneyWatch. "I want them to live like normal people, to build themselves up alone, to learn to trust themselves, to be able to create, not to be dependent on a bank account," he told the publication. Durov, who is 40, added that he has six children who were conceived naturally with three different partners, plus at least another 100, whom he's fathered through sperm donations. "The clinic, where I started donating sperm 15 years ago to help a friend, told me that more than 100 babies had been conceived this way in 12 countries," he told Le Point. Durov made clear that his children "will all have the same rights." Based on his current net worth and assuming he has 106 children, each of his offspring would inherit about $131 million. "I don't want them to tear each other apart after my death," he said in the interview. Durov added in the interview that he follows a rigorous daily workout regimen that includes 300 push-ups followed by 300 squats. He said he doesn't consume alcohol, coffee or tea, avoids sugar and is not a smoker. French authorities have charged Durov, alleging Telegram is used for criminal purposes, including the propagation of child sexual abuse material and for drug trafficking. Durov has denied the charges. He told Le Point that he believes the charges are "absurd." "Just because criminals use our messaging service among many others doesn't make those who run it criminals," he told the magazine.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
When is it too hot for a child to be at school?
The UK has recorded the hottest day of the year so far with temperatures predicted to hit 34C this weekend. It's common to feel lethargic and uncomfortable in hot weather, which makes focusing difficult for adults and children alike. Many schools, like some workplaces, don't have air conditioning and combined with restrictive school uniforms, it can make learning an uncomfortable experience. But is there a hard and fast rule on when it's too hot for schools to open – or a legal temperature? And what steps do schools have to take to keep children safe in the heat? Here's what you need to know. In short, no. There's no legal maximum temperature for schools to operate in the UK, meaning they don't have to close during a heatwave. The government's position is to keep schools open where possible. "During hot weather, we don't normally advise schools to close," the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says. "School attendance is the best way for pupils to learn and reach their potential, and hot weather can usually be managed safely." However, headteachers and school staff can take action to keep pupils as comfortable and safe as possible. This could mean relaxing certain rules or changing the schedule for the day. UKHSA guidance on how schools should manage hot weather and heatwaves, says they should consider relaxing their school uniform policy. This means encouraging children to remove blazers, jumpers and any unnecessary layers. They might also suggest pupils wear light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing to help keep them cooler. The guidance also advises children wear sun hats with wide brims for outdoor play. Sunscreen should be used regularly, and children should be encouraged to spend time in the shade if they're outdoors. As tempting as it is to let children run off their energy during playtime, vigorous physical activity should be avoided on very hot days, according to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). This includes PE lessons and outdoor sports. Instead, teachers are advised to adapt lessons for more sedentary indoor activities. These should take place in the coolest parts of the school building where possible. While most UK schools don't have air conditioning, there are still ways to keep classrooms cooler. Windows should be opened early in the morning or overnight (if safe to do so) to let stored heat escape before the day heats up. Once the outside air is warmer than the air inside, windows should be closed and blinds drawn to keep the sun out, but not at the expense of airflow. Cross-ventilation through doors and windows is encouraged when it can be done safely. Schools are also advised to limit the use of electrical equipment, as lights and devices left on standby give off extra heat. Fans can be used to move air around the room, but only if the temperature is below 35°C. Above that, fans may worsen dehydration. Children should be encouraged to drink more water than usual, with staff reminding pupils to take regular sips throughout the day. Children are more vulnerable to heat-related illness than adults, and teachers and staff should be watching for symptoms of heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. Early signs might include a change in behaviour, discomfort, tiredness, or irritability. Children in nappies may show signs of dehydration through fewer wet nappies or darker urine. More serious signs of heat exhaustion include: dizziness headache nausea or vomiting pale, clammy skin excessive sweating confusion or fatigue If a child is affected, they should be moved to a cool area, encouraged to drink water, and cooled down using damp cloths, fans, or cold packs placed around the neck and armpits. If symptoms don't improve or worsen, call NHS 111 for advice. Heatstroke is a medical emergency and requires urgent attention. Technically, parents must send their child to school unless they're ill or the school authorises the absence. Unfortunately, simply blaming the heat isn't usually enough. Any absence without proper authorisation counts as an unauthorised absence, which can trigger a penalty notice if your child misses too much school – currently fines are up to £80 per parent (which will increase to £160 if not paid within 21 days) if issued by the local authority. That said, schools can potentially exercise flexibility on hot days, like offering remote learning, moving classes to cooler spaces, or allowing early pick‑ups. The main thing is that parents communicate with the school. If heat is genuinely affecting your child, the best move is to contact the school directly and explain the situation. It's natural to feel concerned about your child's safety in school during hot weather. The government encourages teachers and childcare providers to sign up for Weather-Health Alerts from the UK Health Security Agency and the Met Office, which can help schools plan ahead. But day-to-day, it's up to schools to use their judgement. That might mean adjusting uniforms, tweaking lesson plans, or simply giving children more time indoors to cool down. If you're ever in doubt, reach out to your school and ask what measures they've put in place. Read more about education: Should schools relax school uniform rules during hot weather? (Birmingham Live, 2-min read) This Heatwave Hack For The School Pick Up Is Saving Parents A 'Fortune' (HuffPost, 2-min read) Sainsbury's launches flash school uniform sale, with prices from just £2.40 (Yahoo Life UK, 5-min read
