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- 1European cities search for solutions to affordable housing crisisβEuropean cities seek ways of boosting affordable housing
Cities across Europe are looking for ways to increase the supply of affordable housing as rents and property prices continue to strain households. The issue has become a central concern for urban policymakers, with local governments under pressure to act as housing shortages deepen in many major European cities.
- 228% of company job listings stay open over 90 daysβ28% of job postings on company career sites have been open over 90 days
A new report finds that 28% of job postings on company career sites have remained open for more than 90 days, raising concerns about so-called ghost jobs. Commenters argue many listings are kept up to build talent pools, signal growth, or meet legal requirements, while applicants waste time on roles that may never be filled. Critics are calling for more transparency and expiry dates on postings.
- 3Jalen Brunson Hosts Saturday Night Live After Knicks WinβFollowing the Knicks' big win at Madison Square Garden, Jalen Brunson took the stage at 30 Rockefeller for his 'Saturday Night Live' hosting debut. Read more below.
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson made his hosting debut on 'Saturday Night Live' at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, coming directly off the team's big win at Madison Square Garden. The appearance marks a rare turn for an active NBA player taking the show's center stage, and fans are reacting to the back-to-back New York sports and comedy moment.
- 4Disposable products carry hidden risk of 'forever chemicals'βDisposable products, lasting risks: The hidden threat of βforever chemicalsβ
Disposable everyday products are being linked to lasting health and environmental risks from so-called 'forever chemicals', synthetic compounds that do not break down easily in the environment. Reports highlight how single-use items can release these persistent substances, prompting growing calls for tighter regulation and greater consumer awareness of the chemicals lurking in common products.
- 5Audit Finds Oregon Education Department Failed to Oversee $338 Million Graduation ProgramβAudit: Oregon Department of Education Has Failed to Oversee $338 Million Program for Boosting High School Graduation Rates
A new audit concludes the Oregon Department of Education failed to properly oversee a $338 million program intended to boost high school graduation rates. The findings raise questions about how the money was spent and whether the initiative delivered results for students across the state. Lawmakers and education officials are expected to face pressure to tighten oversight and accountability for the program.
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Sudan has objected to the United Arab Emirates hosting a United Nations congress on crime, citing the UAE's alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the paramilitary group fighting Sudan's army in the country's civil war. Khartoum argues the Emirates lack the standing to host an international gathering on justice and crime prevention while accusations of arming the RSF remain unresolved. The dispute adds diplomatic friction between Sudan's government and the Gulf state.
- 7Climate change is rewriting the world's finest tasting menusβHow climate change rewrites world's finest tasting menus | Daily Sabah
Climate change is altering what ends up on plates at the world's top restaurants, forcing chefs to rethink tasting menus as key ingredients become scarce or behave unpredictably. Shifting seasons, warming waters and extreme weather are changing the availability of prized produce, seafood and other staples of fine dining, prompting cooks to adapt recipes or seek alternatives.
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Wrestler Steven Borden, son of WWE Hall of Famer Sting, has been hospitalized following a match in All Elite Wrestling. The news has prompted an outpouring of concern from fans, with many wishing him a speedy recovery and awaiting updates on his condition. Details about the severity of his injuries have not been made public.
- 9Cal State Fullerton researchers test Ladera Ranch soil for contaminantsβCal State Fullerton researchers testing Ladera Ranch soil for contaminants
Researchers at Cal State Fullerton have begun testing soil in Ladera Ranch, an Orange County community, for contaminants. The Orange County Register reports the study is underway, though details on what substances are being screened for and what prompted the sampling have not been made clear. Residents may be watching closely, as soil testing can affect property values and local health concerns.
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New listings of homes for sale in the Greater Toronto Area are dropping more quickly than home sales are, according to local reporting. The shift suggests sellers are pulling back amid softer prices or uncertain demand, which could tighten supply and stabilize the market. Analysts and buyers are watching whether fewer listings will halt recent price declines or simply reflect a seasonal slowdown.
- 11Singapore to fine passengers blasting music on public transportβJUST IN: Singapore is cracking down on people blasting music & videos on public transportation, with violators now facin
Singapore is cracking down on people who play music and videos loudly on public transportation. Offenders now face fines of up to 500 Singapore dollars. The measure targets inconsiderate behaviour on buses and trains, where noise complaints have long been a common gripe among commuters in the city-state.
- 12Albany Capital Center expands to host larger eventsβWorld Tourism Day: Albany Capital Center expands to host larger events, boosting economy
Marking World Tourism Day, the Albany Capital Center in New York's capital region is undergoing an expansion that will allow it to accommodate larger conventions and events. Officials say the bigger venue is expected to draw more visitors and boost the local economy through increased tourism spending. The project highlights the convention center's role in the area's hospitality industry.