Incumbent San Francisco Mayor London Breed has conceded the city’s mayoral race to challenger Daniel Lurie following a heated election cycle focusing on the city’s homelessness, crime and drug overdose problems. Lurie, a first-time candidate, Levi Strauss heir and founder of an anti-poverty nonprofit, had declared during his campaign that “It is time to end…
Former President Donald Trump will be the 47th president of the United States. Here’s what that could mean.
Five domestic llamas were spotted strolling on train tracks in Provo, Utah, after the woolen creatures escaped from their owner, according to the Utah Transit Authority.
Officials said a 13-year-old middle school student showed up to Roosevelt Elementary with a backpack and a black duffel bag.
The West Bengal University of Health Sciences has introduced new measures for MBBS exams, including CCTV surveillance and live streaming, following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s directives. Answer sheets will feature barcodes, and seating will follow an odd-even pattern to prevent cheating. These steps aim to ensure transparency and address demands raised by junior doctors, following…
The Allahabad High Court on Thursday struck down Uttar Pradesh’s teacher transfer policy, introduced in June 2024, aimed at maintaining the teacher-student ratio in primary schools. The court ruled the policy “arbitrary and discriminatory,” noting it unfairly targeted junior teachers while exempting senior ones. The ruling came after several petitions challenged provisions that violated the…
On the eighth anniversary of demonetisation, Rahul Gandhi criticized the policy, stating it damaged MSMEs and the informal sector while failing to curb cash usage. He highlighted that cash as a percentage of GDP is higher now than before demonetisation, advocating for policies that support fair businesses.
India’s Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, has strongly denounced the use of inappropriate language targeting female political candidates in Maharashtra’s election campaign. He urged officials to take strict action against candidates who make such remarks, emphasizing the need for respectful conduct during the elections.
An ideal workplace varies based on professional priorities, with some valuing salary and others seeking growth opportunities. Korn Ferry’s Talent Acquisition Trends 2025 survey reveals that 67% of professionals would stay in a toxic environment if provided with learning and development (L&D) prospects. This highlights the importance of upskilling programs in attracting, engaging, and retaining…