TDSB's adult learning program at risk, as school board looks to fill $27.6M deficit | CBC News
The TDSB is considering cutting adult learning programs due to a significant budget deficit.
The Learn4Life program, including ballroom dancing classes, has become a valuable and cherished activity for students like Azadeh Zereshkian and Ehsan Foroughi. [ more ]
'Atrocious driving on road between Greenwich and Lewisham caused my son's car fire'
Residents of Winn Road in Greenwich are petitioning the council to add traffic management measures, including a pedestrian crossing, due to dangerous driving and increased traffic volumes.
A previous petition sent in 2019 requested traffic calming measures on Winn Road, highlighting the ongoing issue of reckless driving and car accidents on the street. [ more ]
Employees at High Country News are seeking to form a labor union and have petitioned for an election to vote on union representation.
HCN's senior managers and board of directors are neutral on the unionization efforts and will continue to support their employees regardless of the outcome. [ more ]
The article discusses a petition to remove two members of a school board over the issue of flying the gay pride flag, highlighting the debate between a supportive message and a perceived sexual crusade.
Another letter criticizes the East Bay Times for publishing an article that appears to be biased in favor of a controversial housing development project, and highlights opposition from neighborhood groups and the historic preservation community. [ more ]
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Boy, 10, calls for Apple to change its 'horrible' nerd emoji
A 10-year-old boy has launched a petition calling for Apple to change the 'nerd' emoji, claiming that the prominent front teeth give the wrong impression of glasses-wearers.
He suggests replacing the toothy grin with a small smile, calling his version the 'genius' emoji.
Teddy's school French teacher helped him start the petition, commending his vocal and grown-up approach. [ more ]
Detainees speak out against abusive' US migrant jail: This place is horrible'
Detainees at the Stewart detention center in Georgia are petitioning for an end to inhumane conditions and mistreatment.
The facility has been plagued by issues such as deaths, solitary confinement, sexual abuse, and medical neglect.
The detainees are calling for the closure of facilities like Stewart and are demanding immediate action from local officials and the Biden administration. [ more ]