February 11, 2026

US FDA Rejects Review of Moderna’s New mRNA Flu Vaccine Application

US FDA will not review Moderna’s request to license a new mRNA flu vaccine despite previous approval to proceed. This decision may slow down new flu vaccine development and change approval norms.

February 11, 2026

English Secondary Schools Lose 100+ Hours Weekly Managing Smartphone Rules, Study Finds

Smartphone rules in English secondary schools drain staff time, taking over 100 hours a week. Both strict and lenient policies cost valuable teaching hours, say experts.

February 11, 2026

England Wants Special Inclusion Bases in Secondary Schools to Support Neurodiverse Pupils

England's secondary schools must have special inclusion bases for neurodiverse and special needs children, says the government. This is part of a £3.7bn plan to improve support with new school spaces and better facilities, backed by £700m for school repairs.

February 11, 2026

UK Committee Demands End to Gaps in Franchise Business Policing After Scandals

A UK parliamentary committee says the government must fix unsafe gaps in policing franchise businesses. This follows scandals involving Vodafone and McDonald's franchisees. They call for new laws and tougher oversight to protect workers and small businesses.

February 11, 2026

Trump Hints at Sending Second Aircraft Carrier as US-Iran Talks Resume

US President Donald Trump is thinking of sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East. This comes as the US and Iran plan new talks. Trump warns of 'something very tough' if no deal is made.