#policy
#policy

SF parents

California Promised to Boost Mental Health in Schools. Why a Key Program Is Behind Schedule | KQED

Mental health

Has the Community Mental Health Act Finally Found Its Way?

fromFortune

Public health

'Kids are the canaries in the coal mine': Huge study finds worse childhood obesity, depression, all-around ill health

Mental health

Grit' no substitute for extra mental health funding for pupils in England, say experts

Mental health support teams in schools are important, but insufficient to address the complex mental health needs of children.

fromKqed

SF parents

California Promised to Boost Mental Health in Schools. Why a Key Program Is Behind Schedule | KQED

Mental health

Has the Community Mental Health Act Finally Found Its Way?

fromFortune

Public health

'Kids are the canaries in the coal mine': Huge study finds worse childhood obesity, depression, all-around ill health

more#mental-health

#artificial-intelligence

Artificial intelligence

Opinion | The Government Knows A.G.I. is Coming

The U.S. government is acknowledging the imminent arrival of AGI and the necessity for preparation.

Non-profit organizations

fromTheregister

AI leaders urge CA, DE AGs to stop OpenAI for-profit shift

AI experts urge regulators to block OpenAI's restructuring due to concerns over public interest and profit motives.

Artificial intelligence

AI moratorium could return despite removal from 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

Artificial intelligence

Opinion | The Government Knows A.G.I. is Coming

The U.S. government is acknowledging the imminent arrival of AGI and the necessity for preparation.

Non-profit organizations

fromTheregister

AI leaders urge CA, DE AGs to stop OpenAI for-profit shift

AI experts urge regulators to block OpenAI's restructuring due to concerns over public interest and profit motives.

more#artificial-intelligence

Artificial intelligence

AI moratorium could return despite removal from 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

Americans with disabilities warn protections are vanishing in Trump's DEI rollback

President Trump's policies threaten the hard-won rights and protections for people with disabilities in health care, education, and legal rights.

US schools given 14 days to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal money under new Trump policy

Schools and universities face a two-week deadline to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal funding.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Education association sues Trump admin over DEI guidance

Legal challenges against the Education Department's guidance on race-based programming are increasing, asserting that it harms educational integrity and constitutional rights.

Trump administration briefing: education department to be halved as Trump walks back Canada tariffs

US Department of Education plans to lay off nearly half its workforce, citing efficiency and better resource allocation,

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

NY to Ban Cell Phones in Schools Beginning This Fall

New York mandates smartphone restrictions in K-12 schools to enhance student focus and minimize distractions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Disruptive phones have no place in schools, Education Secretary says

The UK Education Secretary emphasizes that smartphones disrupt education and are a distraction in schools.

Social justice

fromAxios

Americans with disabilities warn protections are vanishing in Trump's DEI rollback

President Trump's policies threaten the hard-won rights and protections for people with disabilities in health care, education, and legal rights.

US schools given 14 days to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal money under new Trump policy

Schools and universities face a two-week deadline to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal funding.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Education association sues Trump admin over DEI guidance

Legal challenges against the Education Department's guidance on race-based programming are increasing, asserting that it harms educational integrity and constitutional rights.

Trump administration briefing: education department to be halved as Trump walks back Canada tariffs

US Department of Education plans to lay off nearly half its workforce, citing efficiency and better resource allocation,

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

NY to Ban Cell Phones in Schools Beginning This Fall

New York mandates smartphone restrictions in K-12 schools to enhance student focus and minimize distractions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Disruptive phones have no place in schools, Education Secretary says

The UK Education Secretary emphasizes that smartphones disrupt education and are a distraction in schools.

more#education

#ai-regulation

London startup

Our data, our decisions, our AI future: why we need an AI Regulation Bill | Computer Weekly

The urgency for AI regulation has increased significantly, yet progress remains stalled. It's crucial to create balanced regulations.

5 days ago

US politics

The fight over who gets to regulate AI is far from over

London startup

Our data, our decisions, our AI future: why we need an AI Regulation Bill | Computer Weekly

The urgency for AI regulation has increased significantly, yet progress remains stalled. It's crucial to create balanced regulations.

5 days ago

US politics

The fight over who gets to regulate AI is far from over

Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants

The Trump administration is planning to detain undocumented immigrants at military sites to expand deportation capacity.

Stop the boats' slogan was too stark', admits Rishi Sunak

Rishi Sunak admitted the 'stop the boats' slogan was too stark and failed to effectively convey the complexities of immigration issues.

US Elections

fromtime.com

What Is Trump's Gold Card' Route to Citizenship and How Might It Work?

Trump's new 'gold card' allows wealthy immigrants a pathway to citizenship for $5 million.

Trump expands US travel ban to 12 countries; directs investigation into Biden's use of 'auto-pen' during presidency

Trump bans travel from 12 countries citing national security risks and continues immigration crackdown efforts.

Data science

fromFlowingData

Deportation Data Project

The Deportation Data Project improves access and usability of U.S. immigration data.

fromBusiness Insider

US politics

Trump wants to set up a self-deportation program that involves giving immigrants 'some money and a plane ticket' to get out of the US

Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants

The Trump administration is planning to detain undocumented immigrants at military sites to expand deportation capacity.

Stop the boats' slogan was too stark', admits Rishi Sunak

Rishi Sunak admitted the 'stop the boats' slogan was too stark and failed to effectively convey the complexities of immigration issues.

US Elections

fromtime.com

What Is Trump's Gold Card' Route to Citizenship and How Might It Work?

Trump's new 'gold card' allows wealthy immigrants a pathway to citizenship for $5 million.

Trump expands US travel ban to 12 countries; directs investigation into Biden's use of 'auto-pen' during presidency

Trump bans travel from 12 countries citing national security risks and continues immigration crackdown efforts.

Data science

fromFlowingData

Deportation Data Project

The Deportation Data Project improves access and usability of U.S. immigration data.

fromBusiness Insider

US politics

Trump wants to set up a self-deportation program that involves giving immigrants 'some money and a plane ticket' to get out of the US

more#immigration

#trump

Letters: Donald Trump's agenda aims to boost economy for all

Trump's economic agenda aims to boost growth for all Americans by reducing taxes and regulations, benefiting the economy as a whole.

The treatment of the homeless requires empathy and compassion, rather than punitive measures or an 'us versus them' mindset.

6 days ago

US news

To kick off celebrations of America's founding, Trump travels to its heartland

US politics

Trump Says U.S. May' or May Not' Join Israel's Strikes Against Iran: Nobody Knows What I'm Going To Do'

Letters: Donald Trump's agenda aims to boost economy for all

Trump's economic agenda aims to boost growth for all Americans by reducing taxes and regulations, benefiting the economy as a whole.

The treatment of the homeless requires empathy and compassion, rather than punitive measures or an 'us versus them' mindset.

6 days ago

US news

To kick off celebrations of America's founding, Trump travels to its heartland

US politics

Trump Says U.S. May' or May Not' Join Israel's Strikes Against Iran: Nobody Knows What I'm Going To Do'

more#trump

fromTelecompetitor

6 days ago

FCC Pushes Back Deadlines Meant to Reduce Telecom Rates for Inmates

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has waived deadlines that would have drastically reduced the rates incarcerated people and their families pay for audio and video calls.

US politics

#climate-change

The US is destroying climate progress. Here's a strategy to win over the right | Erin Burns

The critical threshold of 1.5C of warming has been surpassed, emphasizing the urgency for comprehensive climate policy.

fromstateline.org

Climate disasters are on the rise. These states want to make oil companies pay

California wildfires highlight the economic burden of climate change, prompting calls for fossil fuel companies to contribute to recovery costs.

Rep. Sam Liccardo pushes back against Trump cuts after $50 million loss threatens efforts to rein in coastal erosion

Rep. Sam Liccardo criticizes Trump for cutting funds vital for combating climate change and protecting communities from infrastructure threats.

1 week ago

Public health

The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here

The US is destroying climate progress. Here's a strategy to win over the right | Erin Burns

The critical threshold of 1.5C of warming has been surpassed, emphasizing the urgency for comprehensive climate policy.

fromstateline.org

Climate disasters are on the rise. These states want to make oil companies pay

California wildfires highlight the economic burden of climate change, prompting calls for fossil fuel companies to contribute to recovery costs.

Rep. Sam Liccardo pushes back against Trump cuts after $50 million loss threatens efforts to rein in coastal erosion

Rep. Sam Liccardo criticizes Trump for cutting funds vital for combating climate change and protecting communities from infrastructure threats.

1 week ago

Public health

The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here

Germany news

Germany: Asylum-seeker numbers on the rise in 2024 DW 06/30/2025

fromThe Local France

France politics

France mulls intercepting UK-bound migrant boats at sea

fromwww.dw.com

1 week ago

Germany news

Germany: Asylum-seeker numbers on the rise in 2024 DW 06/30/2025

fromThe Local France

France politics

France mulls intercepting UK-bound migrant boats at sea

A Budget Built on Illusion

Budgeting involves trade-offs, an overlooked reality by policymakers prioritizing tax cuts despite rising debt and inflation.

Healthcare

The hidden cost of unpaid care work

fromThe Atlantic

A Budget Built on Illusion

Budgeting involves trade-offs, an overlooked reality by policymakers prioritizing tax cuts despite rising debt and inflation.

Healthcare

The hidden cost of unpaid care work

more#economy

#san-jose

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose bans homeless people renting RVs - San Jose Spotlight

NYC politics

San Jose creates policy to ensure more seamless transition of power

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose bans homeless people renting RVs - San Jose Spotlight

NYC politics

San Jose creates policy to ensure more seamless transition of power

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says an AI 'Manhattan Project' is a bad idea

The authors warn against an aggressive AI development approach, suggesting it could escalate global tensions.

Digital life

America's digital infrastructure belongs to you

Digital infrastructure, while often invisible, is critical and requires urgent attention from policymakers to prevent failures that impact public services.

4 weeks ago

UK politics

An industrial strategy without tech is no strategy at all | Computer Weekly

Women in technology

Georgetown leverages ex-fed tech experts with new fellowship program

Growth hacking

fromBusiness Insider

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says an AI 'Manhattan Project' is a bad idea

The authors warn against an aggressive AI development approach, suggesting it could escalate global tensions.

Digital life

America's digital infrastructure belongs to you

Digital infrastructure, while often invisible, is critical and requires urgent attention from policymakers to prevent failures that impact public services.

4 weeks ago

UK politics

An industrial strategy without tech is no strategy at all | Computer Weekly

Women in technology

Georgetown leverages ex-fed tech experts with new fellowship program

more#technology

Childcare fees for those paying top rates to be reduced from September

One critical aspect of the new fee cap is that it aims to significantly reduce the financial burden on parents, with a target of €200 per month still in focus.

NYC parents

Information security

Rethinking secure comms: Are encrypted platforms still enough? | Computer Weekly

Modern security is about context, people, and process, not just technology.

Trump admin moves to kill NYC congestion pricing

The Trump administration halted New York's congestion pricing program, arguing it unfairly burdens drivers with tolls without offering free travel alternatives.

fromCity Limits

NYC real estate

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? April 4, 2025

fromGothamist

NYC politics

NYPD removed 27K homeless people from the streets last year - mostly in Manhattan

fromBrooklyn Eagle

NYC politics

Lander slams mayor's Bitcoin bond idea

fromwww.amny.com

Trump admin moves to kill NYC congestion pricing

The Trump administration halted New York's congestion pricing program, arguing it unfairly burdens drivers with tolls without offering free travel alternatives.

NYC real estate

fromCity Limits

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? April 4, 2025

NYC's housing challenges persist with stalled projects and inadequate support for vulnerable populations.

fromGothamist

NYPD removed 27K homeless people from the streets last year - mostly in Manhattan

Police displaced over 27,000 homeless individuals in NYC within nine months, but outcomes of these actions remain unclear.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Lander slams mayor's Bitcoin bond idea

City Comptroller Brad Lander opposes Mayor Adams' proposal to sell Bitcoin-enhanced municipal bonds, citing legal and financial concerns.

$14 billion in U.S. clean energy projects have been canceled or delayed this year

The U.S. clean energy sector faces significant setbacks, with over $14 billion in investments canceled or delayed this year.

#public-health

NYC parents

fromwww.ocregister.com

What we know and don't know about who will be able to get COVID-19 shots

Vaccination guidance for COVID-19 is unclear due to recent political announcements affecting access and recommendations.

Health experts express confusion over Fall COVID-19 vaccinations for healthy populations due to new restrictions.

Public health

Opinion | Making America's Teeth Rot Again

NYC parents

fromwww.ocregister.com

What we know and don't know about who will be able to get COVID-19 shots

Vaccination guidance for COVID-19 is unclear due to recent political announcements affecting access and recommendations.

Health experts express confusion over Fall COVID-19 vaccinations for healthy populations due to new restrictions.

Public health

Opinion | Making America's Teeth Rot Again

more#public-health

#diversity

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Out now: 2025 Survey of College and University Presidents

Presidents exhibit skepticism towards proposed education department cuts, reflecting a broader confidence in public higher education.

Black Lives Matter

University of Michigan Axes DEI

The University of Michigan will end diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in response to federal mandates.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Black Lives Matter

Mortgage Bankers Association removes DEI pages from website

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Out now: 2025 Survey of College and University Presidents

Presidents exhibit skepticism towards proposed education department cuts, reflecting a broader confidence in public higher education.

Black Lives Matter

University of Michigan Axes DEI

The University of Michigan will end diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in response to federal mandates.

fromwww.housingwire.com

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

Black Lives Matter

Mortgage Bankers Association removes DEI pages from website

more#diversity

Photos from Washingtonian's 2025 Most Influential People in Policy Celebration - Washingtonian

"Washingtonian President & CEO Cathy Merrill welcomed attendees with brief remarks, highlighting their impact on the city's most important debates and thanking the evening's sponsors for their generous support."

Washington DC

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

Washington DC's 500 Most Influential People of 2025

The selection of the 500 most influential people in Washington emphasizes expertise and strategic insight amid changing political dynamics.

#biodiversity

UK politics

Labour's planning bill threatens protected habitats, says environment watchdog

OMG science

My Week in Westminster at the Royal Society Pairing Scheme

UK politics

Labour's planning bill threatens protected habitats, says environment watchdog

OMG science

My Week in Westminster at the Royal Society Pairing Scheme

French Lawmakers Cracking Down on Drug Traffickers

French lawmakers approved a bill to combat illegal drug trafficking, enhancing penalties and police investigative powers.

Trump's transportation funding threats creates chaos for N.J. | Opinion

Uncertainty in transportation funding hampers project execution and poses risks to critical infrastructure, particularly in states like New Jersey.

Alternative transportation

BREAKING: U.S. DOT Orders Review of All Grants Related to Green Infrastructure, Bikes - Streetsblog USA

US politics

I Still Pinch Myself': Ex-Fox Host Turned Trump Cabinet Secretary Joins Wife On-Air to Fawn Over the President

fromThe Local Germany

Germany politics

Why German states want to make it cheaper to get a driver's licence

Alternative transportation

State DOTs Aren't Stacking Up On Sustainability and Equity - Streetsblog USA

fromnj

Trump's transportation funding threats creates chaos for N.J. | Opinion

Uncertainty in transportation funding hampers project execution and poses risks to critical infrastructure, particularly in states like New Jersey.

Alternative transportation

BREAKING: U.S. DOT Orders Review of All Grants Related to Green Infrastructure, Bikes - Streetsblog USA

US politics

I Still Pinch Myself': Ex-Fox Host Turned Trump Cabinet Secretary Joins Wife On-Air to Fawn Over the President

fromThe Local Germany

Germany politics

Why German states want to make it cheaper to get a driver's licence

Alternative transportation

State DOTs Aren't Stacking Up On Sustainability and Equity - Streetsblog USA

The Internet Is Verrry Upset With The Trump Administration's Latest Student Loan Move

The Department of Education will begin referring defaulted student loans to collections, allowing wage garnishment and tax refund withholding.

#homelessness

East Bay (California)

Opinion: Criminalizing homelessness won't fix our housing shortage

California's housing shortage drives families away and exacerbates homelessness, leading to punitive city policies instead of proactive solutions.

SF politics

Walters: Newsom's new homelessness plan leaves out important details

East Bay (California)

Opinion: Criminalizing homelessness won't fix our housing shortage

California's housing shortage drives families away and exacerbates homelessness, leading to punitive city policies instead of proactive solutions.

SF politics

Walters: Newsom's new homelessness plan leaves out important details

more#homelessness

#cybersecurity

Privacy professionals

fromSecuritymagazine

Bill introduced to extend the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act

A bipartisan bill extends the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act to maintain vital communication for cybersecurity between private and public sectors.

Security leaders stress the importance of CISA for national cybersecurity and threat intelligence sharing.

Cyberspace Solarium Commission turns five years old

The Cyberspace Solarium Commission has significantly influenced U.S. cybersecurity policy, with 80% of its recommendations adopted within five years.

philosophy

FAMU Cyber Policy Institute Healthcare Cyber Security Survey

Privacy professionals

fromSecuritymagazine

Bill introduced to extend the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act

A bipartisan bill extends the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act to maintain vital communication for cybersecurity between private and public sectors.

Security leaders stress the importance of CISA for national cybersecurity and threat intelligence sharing.

Cyberspace Solarium Commission turns five years old

The Cyberspace Solarium Commission has significantly influenced U.S. cybersecurity policy, with 80% of its recommendations adopted within five years.

philosophy

FAMU Cyber Policy Institute Healthcare Cyber Security Survey

more#cybersecurity

US Olympic committee sidesteps transgender athlete policy amid LA28 buildup

Responsibility for athlete eligibility...falls to international federations in global events and national governing bodies in domestic competitions.

SF politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Adolescence hard to watch as a dad, Starmer tells creators

Prime Minister stated he found the show 'really hard to watch' with his teen children, highlighting the show's impact on discussing online toxicity.

UK politics

UK news

It's time to end the toxic and divisive debate on sex and gender

Clear guidance on sex and gender identity is lacking from government, harming individual and societal welfare.

The debate around gender identity must be approached with respect for human rights and dignity.

France politics

A chance for world leaders to end malnutrition and save lives | Letter

World leaders must unite to prioritize nutrition to combat global malnutrition effectively.

fromTESLARATI

Tesla arsonist set himself on fire after throwing Molotov cocktail: authorities

We are giving incentives for people to migrate into electric cars, except we will stop giving incentives, financial incentives to buy Tesla.

Toronto startup

philosophy

Medicare for All

Expanding Medicare could provide universal health coverage, but it faces significant cost and industry impact challenges.

Release of technology secretary's use of ChatGPT will have Whitehall sweating

The Freedom of Information Act is causing concerns among officials due to increased scrutiny from disclosures regarding personal and AI-based communications.

fromwww.bbc.com

Reform would scrap 'net stupid zero' policies - Tice

Reform UK plans to eliminate net zero policies, claiming they harm jobs.

from24/7 Wall St.

The Sad Reality of President Trump's Social Security Plan

Trump's plan to eliminate Social Security taxes poses financial risks to the program.

Remodel

fromSFGATE

The Northwest State Giving 0% Interest Loans for New Affordable Home Construction

Oregon starts financing middle-income housing construction with zero-interest loans to boost homebuilding efforts.

philosophy

What is Fraud & Waste?

DeSantis attempts to emulate Musk's approach with DOGE, targeting fraud and waste in government.

Beeban Kidron joins calls against PM's AI tsar over tech-firm interests

Beeban Kidron criticizes the UK government's AI copyright overhaul, claiming it favors corporate interests over cultural voices.

Retirement

from24/7 Wall St.