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Robert Adamson, an esteemed Australian poet, left a lasting legacy with his final book, ‘Birds and Fish: Life on the Hawkesbury.’ Filled with selections from his writings on the natural world, this posthumous work explores themes of animal behaviour, recognition, and human interconnectedness with the environment. Adamson’s encounters with animals, from cassowaries to injured lorikeets and a misidentified bowerbird, shaped his philosophical reflections on the nature of existence and the search for connection.

Parish Episcopal School and the University of Alabama in Huntsville emerged victorious in the 30th NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), held at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Over 600 students from 72 teams worldwide showcased their engineering skills in navigating obstacle courses, completing mission tasks, and undergoing safety and design reviews.

A Jewish student at Yale University alleges she was assaulted and obstructed while attempting to document a pro-Hamas protest on campus. Sahar Tartak, editor-in-chief of the Yale Free Press, claims she was identified as a Jewish student and surrounded by protesters who prevented her from moving or recording the event. She further alleges that she was jabbed in the eye with a Palestinian flag and that her assailant was shielded from her by protest organizers. Tartak emphasizes that the protesters chanted slogans supporting violence and celebrated the recent terrorist attack by Hamas in Israel.

Saskatchewan has become one of four Canadian provinces to recognize sign languages as official languages with the passing of the Accessible Saskatchewan Act. The bill mandates public sector bodies to develop and implement accessibility plans by 2025, ensuring equal access to education, healthcare, and other public services for deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) individuals.

Migraine sufferers in the UK may soon have access to a new drug, Atogepant, to help prevent their debilitating headaches. Recommended by NICE, Atogepant is designed specifically to block the CGRP protein, believed to contribute to migraine development, and has shown promising results in clinical trials.

Negotiators from nearly 200 countries are gathering in Ottawa, Canada, for crucial talks on a new global treaty to tackle plastic pollution. The treaty aims to cover the entire lifecycle of plastics, from production to waste management, but divisions remain between countries on the level of ambition. The treaty must overcome procedural delays and find consensus on key issues, including financial support, industry influence, and binding targets for production reduction.

Despite efforts to promote corporate rescue in the UK, business failures are on the rise. Inaccurate language in media coverage, including misleading terms and negative connotations, is contributing to the stigma around insolvency and deterring businesses from seeking help. This hinders the effectiveness of insolvency law, designed to aid struggling companies. It is crucial to use precise terminology and dispel the negative associations surrounding procedures like administration, which aim to rescue businesses rather than liquidate them.

Academics with disabilities face significant challenges in South African universities, including inaccessible physical environments and difficulty conducting research. The government’s policy on disability in higher education is insufficient and doesn’t consider different categories of disabilities. Universities need to make a total overhaul of their environments to make them genuinely inclusive for everyone, including academics with disabilities.

The MeerKAT radio telescope, located in the heart of South Africa’s Karoo region, is a testament to innovation and scientific excellence. With 64 dishes and exceptional sensitivity, MeerKAT has made remarkable contributions to both South African and international science. Its discoveries include the detection of magnetic filaments surrounding the supermassive black hole in the Milky Way, the identification of giant radio galaxies, and the discovery of an OH megamaser in a distant galaxy. Beyond its scientific impact, MeerKAT is also a driving force for human capital development, fostering collaboration and nurturing a new generation of African scientists and engineers.

Prof. KK Aggarwal has assumed the Presidency of the South Asian University (SAU) for a five-year term. He brings a wealth of experience in academia and leadership, having held various positions, including Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation and founder Vice Chancellor of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. Prof. Aggarwal’s vision for SAU includes enhancing diversity, introducing courses of common interest to SAARC nations, leveraging technology, and promoting regional cooperation.