British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced he will accept a recommendation for a national inquiry into 'grooming gangs' that sexually abused thousands of girls, following criticism from billionaire Elon Musk and a report by Louise Casey, who found vulnerable white British girls were "institutionally ignored" by police and local authorities.
https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3314481/uk-hold-inquiry-grooming-gangs-sexually-abused-thousands-girls?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accepted a recommendation for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, following a report by Louise Casey, who found that vulnerable white British girls were "institutionally ignored" by police and local authorities due to fear of accusations of racism. The decision comes after US billionaire Elon Musk criticized the government over the issue earlier this year. Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch had previously called for a full national inquiry, which she says will bring relief to survivors of grooming gangs.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/609221-uk-to-launch-national-inquiry-into-grooming-gangs-says-pm-starmerAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurogenerative disorder that affects nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain, as explained by the Mayo Clinic. It has no cure, but Stephen Hawking survived over 50 years with the condition before his death at age 76 in 2018, while Stephen Hillenburg succumbed to ALS in 2018 after a year of revealing his diagnosis, and music icon Roberta Flack died at 88 in 2022 after being diagnosed with the disease.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14807635/Eric-Dane-breaks-silence-ALS-diagnosis-interview.htmlBroward County held its ninth annual Homeless Community Symposium at the Armory Community Center in Hollywood, where several organizations gathered to provide resources and services to homeless individuals. Reniese McNeal, a behavioral health program manager for Broward Healthy Start Coalition, aimed to give back to her community by connecting participants with service providers. The event provided fresh clothes to attendees, including those who have experienced homelessness, as part of its mission to help them access crucial support.
https://wsvn.com/news/local/broward/broward-hosts-9th-annual-homeless-community-symposium/A recent report by CSI Arizona suggests that addressing mental health and drug use issues among people experiencing homelessness is crucial in reducing homelessness rates. The state's PIT counts show a significant increase in homelessness, with California having the highest percentage of homelessness in 2024, alongside New York. According to HUD, 187,084 people were experiencing homelessness in California, with 74% being unsheltered individuals and 66% of families without shelter. The report also highlights the need for policymakers to consider a national approach to addressing homelessness, as the state's experience is part of a larger trend.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/csi-discusses-another-approach-to-homelessness-in-az-ca/article_03da6cb5-84f3-561b-b036-322f7b1d2994.htmlProfessor Brian Chin's research at Trinity College in Connecticut found that sleeping with pets is linked to poor sleep quality and insomnia symptoms, even when accounting for potential biases from pet owners. Chin himself admitted his cat disrupts his sleep, despite having another cat that leaves him alone. The study also revealed a correlation between the number of pets and increased sleep disruption.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/06/12/should-you-let-pets-sleep-on-bed/Researchers Brad Wilcox and Maria Baer argue that engaged fathers play a crucial role in preventing depression in daughters and academic struggles in sons, emphasizing their irreplaceable impact on children's well-being.
https://www.deseret.com/family/2025/06/12/good-fathers-flourishing-kids-report/Consulting IQ has partnered with JPMorgan Chase as its principal operating bank to provide AI-driven insights and strategic tools to small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs), aiming to democratize access to world-class consulting services and help business owners make informed decisions, accelerate growth, and navigate uncertainty.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jpmorgan-chase-and-consulting-iq-join-forces-to-empower-smbs-with-ai-driven-intelligence-and-strategic-resources-to-achieve-economic-success-302480526.htmlA federal judge has ruled that a former UNC Health Care System medical resident can pursue most claims in a suit alleging he was wrongfully terminated due to his depression and anxiety. The court found that administrative remedies for breach of contract had not been exhausted, allowing the former resident to move forward with his case under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act.
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