A UK-based teacher, @ready.for.baby, has shared on TikTok which names parents should avoid if they want their child to have a rare moniker. According to the teacher, she frequently hears common names in her classroom that parents use in an attempt to find unique names. Examples of these include "Lily", "Oliver", and "Emily".
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14671703/baby-names-teacher-avoid-unique-moniker.htmlActionAid Bangladesh Country Director Farah Kabir is calling for collective action to address the impact of LDC graduation on civil society organizations (CSOs). He suggests exploring south-south funding, adopting a CSR policy led by the Finance Ministry, and promoting digital and structural reforms. The roundtable discussion also highlighted the need for democratic leadership transitions and a dedicated Tk1000 crore budget to sustain rights-based social development amid shifting political mindsets.
https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/declining-flow-foreign-aid-development-sector-becomes-concern-experts-1137621The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is providing enhanced concessional support to Bangladesh, citing the country's development momentum, regional stability, climate action, and inclusive growth as key reasons. ADB President Masato Kanda praised Bangladesh's economic resilience and expressed commitment to supporting the country's journey towards social and economic security, assuring that issues raised by the Bangladesh delegation will receive due consideration.
https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/adb-reaffirms-robust-support-bangladeshs-reform-drive-sustainable-development-1137251The University Round of the national-level championship includes six universities from Bangladesh: Independent University, Bangladesh; University of Dhaka; Bangladesh University of Professionals; East West University; United International University; and American International University-Bangladesh. The top three winners will receive $8,000, $4,000, and $2,000 respectively in the World Championship. The event is supported by Meghna Group of Industries as title sponsor, Radisson Blu as hospitality partner, and Cute and Monno Ceramics as silver sponsors.
https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/microsoft-bangladesh-championship-begins-10-may-1137181Romania's acting president, Ilie Bolojan, emphasized the importance of cooperation among constitutional courts, stating that shared best practices and solidarity can enhance citizens' trust in the constitutional order. As Romania takes over the Association's presidency, Bolojan highlighted the need for coordination, representation, and promotion of common goals. He also stressed the value of international cooperation, suggesting that it strengthens states and their institutions, facilitating adaptation to a changing global environment.
https://www.actmedia.eu/daily/ilie-bolojan-we-are-living-in-a-complicated-period-fraught-with-challenges-requiring-professional-response/113797Chuks-Nnadi emphasizes the importance of educating people about the potential of children with visual impairments, citing Africa as a region where such stigma exists. He shares his personal experience of witnessing the immediate impact of swimming on visually impaired individuals, highlighting their capabilities in various professions like law and medicine.
https://africanews.com/2025/05/08/nigeria-visually-impaired-children-learn-to-swim-in-push-for-inclusion/A college admissions system is criticized by some as overly restrictive, potentially overlooking talented individuals who have achieved success in non-academic pursuits, such as entrepreneurship.
https://nypost.com/2025/05/08/us-news/li-teen-tech-whiz-zach-yadegari-creator-of-30m-health-app-makes-college-decision-after-all-8-ivy-league-schools-rejected-him/A company has acknowledged paying a ransom to hackers who stole sensitive data from its school district customers, including names, contact information, medical alert details, and social security numbers. The company made the payment after receiving assurances that the hackers would delete the data, but now warns of extortion attempts by another threat actor using the stolen data.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/us-school-districts-facing-extortion-attempt-after-hack-software-provider-says-5115936Several Connecticut schools have been evacuated due to a concerning trend on TikTok where students, including those at Fairfield Warde High School and Bunnell High School, are recording themselves sticking items like pencils and springs into the charging ports of their Chromebooks to set them on fire. The incident has raised concerns about student safety and the potential for cyberbullying.
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