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Straits Times
14 hours ago
- Business
- Straits Times
2026 school year to begin from Jan 2 for MOE kindergarten, primary, secondary school students
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The last day of school for MOE kindergartens, primary and secondary school students will be Nov 20. SINGAPORE - Primary 1, Kindergarten 1 and secondary school students in Ministry of Education (MOE) schools will kick off the new school year on Jan 2, 2026. Primary 2 to 6 and Kindergarten 2 pupils will report to schools on Jan 5, said the MOE in a statement on July 30. School will start on Feb 4 for junior college and Millenia Institute (MI) students in their first year. Meanwhile, JC2 and MI students in their second or third year will return to school on Jan 12. The last day of school for MOE kindergartens, primary and secondary school students will be Nov 20. But schools that will be used as venues for O-level written examinations will end earlier, on Oct 23. School for those in JC1 and MI students in their first or second year will end on Nov 27. July 6, which is the Monday that follows Youth Day on July 5, is among three scheduled school holidays in 2026, including Teachers' Day and Children's Day, which fall on Sept 4 and Oct 2, respectively. The public holiday for Hari Raya Puasa is slated to fall on Saturday, March 21. Schools will be closed on March 23, though this is subject to further confirmation. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Business S'pore's Q2 total employment rises, but infocomm and professional services sectors see more job cuts Asia Japan issues tsunami warning after 8.8-magnitude earthquake strikes off Russia Business MAS keeps Singapore dollar policy unchanged amid US tariff risks to economy Singapore Singapore prepared to recognise State of Palestine in principle; goal is to reach peace, 2-state solution Business Cathay Cineplexes ropes in restructuring specialist as more payment demands pile up Opinion Nobel Prize? Maybe not, but give Asean credit for Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire Asia Fragile Cambodia-Thailand truce faces challenges on day one As Vesak Day, National Day and Deepavali will fall on weekends, the following Mondays will be designated public holidays. The school terms and holidays for 2026 are also listed on the MOE's website at .
News18
2 days ago
- General
- News18
Mumbai Metro-1: How City's 1st Line Became Centrepoint Of Smooth East-West Travel Over 11 Years
Last Updated: Mumbai Metro Blue Line: What is the route of Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Mumbai Metro-1? Is it connected to other Metros? How and where? What is ticket fare? Explained Mumbai Metro Line 1: Mumbai Metro Line 1 or Metro One, the city's first east-west corridor, completed 11 years of operation this July. The 11.4-km Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar (VAG) corridor has transported over 111 crore passengers, as of July. 'On its 11-year run, Mumbai Metro One has made more than 12.66 lakh train journeys…," operator Mumbai Metro One Private Limited (MMOPL) said. Ghatkopar has seen almost 30 crore travellers, Andheri 23 crore and Saki Naka 11 crore since its launch. The Mumbai Metro-1 Blue Line started operations on June 8, 2014, with inauguration by then CM Prithviraj Chavan. It is said to have the eighth highest passenger density of any metro line in the world. There are a total of 64 curves on the line, with the steepest curve being 107 metres (351 ft). It was built at a cost of Rs 2,356 crore. Metro One was designed as an alternative to the roads and railways on public-private-partnership (PPP) between Reliance Infrastructure and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). Metro One offsets over 67,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, an impact comparable to planting over 3 million trees. The line has also been recognised with over 40 prestigious awards for its service, innovation, and environmental contributions, according to MMOPL. On this Children's Day, young adventurers boarded the Metro and had a ride full of laughter and wonder! 🚇✨ #ChildrensDay #MetroFun #HappyRides #LittleExplorers #KidsOnTheMetro #JoyfulJourneys#ChildhoodAdventures #MetroMagic #HappyLittleTravellers #MetroJoy … — Mumbai Metro (@MumbaiMetro01) November 15, 2024 Mumbai Metro-1: How many trains does it operate? Week-day ridership: 500,000 (highest 5.47 lakh) Train trips operated: 12,66,973 (more than 1.2 million) Cumulative kilometres covered: 1,45,21,256 What are Mumbai Metro-1 timings? First Train: 5:30 AM from both Versova and Ghatkopar. Last Train: 11:25 PM from Versova and 11:50 PM from Ghatkopar. What is the frequency of Mumbai Metro-1? Around 4 minutes during peak hours with 444 trips. Around 8 minutes during non-peak hours. 11th Foundation Day of Mumbai Metro One 🎉Towards greater achievements, stronger connections, and continuous success!Here's to the journey so far — and the exciting path ahead. 🚇💙 #MMO11Years #FoundationDay #UrbanMobility #StrongerTogether #MetroAnniversary #ConnectingMumbai … — Mumbai Metro (@MumbaiMetro01) June 8, 2025 Mumbai Metro-1: What is the route? What are the stations? Mumbai Metro-1 provides connectivity between the eastern and western suburbs to Western & Central Railway. It has 12 stations – Versova, DN Nagar, Azad Nagar, Andheri, Western Express Highway, Chakala (J B Nagar), Airport Road, Marol Naka, Saki Naka, Asalpha, Jagruti Nagar, Ghatkopar. It facilitates smooth and efficient interchange between suburban rail system and Metro trains at Andheri and Ghatkopar Stations. How has Metro-1 helped Mumbai? It has reduced the journey time from 71 minutes to 21 minutes, between Versova and Ghatkopar. Provides rail-based access to the MIDC, SEEPZ and commercial developments. Is Metro-1 connected to other Metro lines? Metro-1 connects to other Metro lines. Here's how: Line 2A (Dahisar East to DN Nagar): At D N Nagar Line 7 (Dahisar East to Andheri East, which runs along the Western Express Highway from Dahisar to Gundavali): At Western Express Highway Is it easy to switch lines from Metro-1? Remember you need to exit one line and buy a separate ticket or tap your NCMC smart card for the next line. Here's how easy the switch is: 1. DN Nagar (Line 1)-Andheri West (Line 2A): There's a covered connector / skywalk linking DN Nagar station (Line 1) directly to Andheri West station (Line 2A). Commuters exit Line 1, cross the skywalk, and enter Line 2A platform at the other end—no street crossing needed. The walk is short and sheltered, typically under 5 minutes. 2. Western Express Highway (Line 1)-Gundavali (Line 7): These stations are connected by a 58 metre foot overbridge (FOB) built by MMRDA, linking the two platforms directly. Walking distance is about 58 metres, so roughly 1 minute for most people. 3. Marol Naka (Line 1)-Line 3 (Aqua Line): At Marol Naka, Line 1 (elevated) and Line 3 (underground) serve the same location but do not share a direct internal connector. You must exit one station, walk externally on footpaths, and enter the other station separately. This walk is around 500 metres, about 5–7 minutes depending on crowd and path condition. Path quality can vary—some say footpaths may be narrow or uneven, especially around major roads. Why Metro-1 matters in office journey in all directions: From Ghatkopar, Dahisar or Borivli to BKC or Worli Metro-1 is a key connector in your journey from Ghatkopar or Mumbai suburbs, Dahisar or Borivli East to Worli. Ghatkopar to Worli: Taking a local Central Railway train, you can get off at Ghatkopar station. It is interconnected to the Ghatkopar Metro station. For those coming from Western Railway or the harbour line, the interchange is at LIC Andheri. If your office is in Andheri or Versova, the Metro line takes you directly to the spot. If you want to go to Worli, from Marol Naka (Metro-1), you can go to BKC or Worli using Metro-3. If your destination is Dahisar, you need to get off at Western Express Highway (Metro-1), walk for five minutes to reach Metro 7. Dahisar East to Worli: Take Metro-7 and get off at Gundavli. Change over to Metro-1's (Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar) Western Express Highway station. It is a five-minute walk between Metro 7 and Metro-1 through a 58-metre foot overbridge. Using Metro-1, travel towards Ghatkopar and get off at Marol Naka. Change over to the underground Metro-3 which will take you to BKC or further to Worli. Coming from an area in the vicinity of Dahisar, you can board Metro-7 at any of these stations: Dahisar East, Ovaripada, National Park, Devipada, Magathane, Poisar, Akurli, Kurar, Dindoshi, Aarey, Goregaon E (Interconnect Mumbai Metro-6: Pink Line), Jogeshwari E, Shankarwadi, and Gundavali (Earlier Andheri East, Interconnect Mumbai Metro-1 — Blue Line and Mumbai Metro: 7A – Red Line). Metro 7A is the southern extension of the operational Metro Line 7 from Andheri (East) to Dahisar (East). Borivli West to Worli: Take Metro-2A from Borivali West and get off at Andheri West. Change over to Metro-1's DN Nagar station. Using Metro-1, travel towards Ghatkopar and get off at Marol Naka. Change over to the underground Metro-3 and head to BKC or further to Worli. Stations on Metro 2A are — Dahisar (East), Anand Nagar, Kandarpada, Mandapeshwar-I C Colony, Eksar, Borivali (West), Pahadi Eksar, Kandivali (West), Dahanukarwadi, Valnai, Malad (West), Lower Malad, Pahadi Goregaon, Goregaon (West), Oshiwara, Lower Oshiwara, Andheri (West). Once Metro-3 is connected to Colaba, the journey will become even smoother. 🚇 तुम्ही सुरळीत प्रवास करण्यास तयार आहात का? 🎫📲 मुंबई मेट्रो वनच्या व्हॉट्सॲप तिकीटामुळे तुम्हाला लांब रांगेत उभे राहण्याची गरज नाही. कुठूनही तुमचे डिजिटल तिकीट बुक करा. हे खूप सोपे आहे. तुमच्या सोयीसाठी तिकीट फक्त एका क्लिकच्या अंतरावर आहे!🌟 #WhatsAppTicketing #EasyTravel … — Mumbai Metro (@MumbaiMetro01) December 20, 2023 How can you get tickets for Mumbai Metro-1? There are various options: 1. Paytm App: Tickets are mobile QR codes; no need for physical smart cards. Payment via UPI, cards, etc., within Paytm. 2. At the station: Single Journey Ticket (SJT) or Return Journey Ticket (RJT) available. Token/Vending Machines (TVMs/AVMs): Accept cash, UPI, debit/credit cards at stations. Ticket Selling Officers (TSO): Counters also issue paper QR tickets for single or return trips. 3. WhatsApp Ticketing (Line 1 support): Line 1 also supports WhatsApp-based ticket purchases. Send 'Hi" to +91 96700 08889 for a ticket link and QR code. 4. All automatic fare collection (AFC) gates on Line 1 stations have been upgraded to accept NCMC-compliant cards, alongside the older closed-loop metro cards. You can now tap a single Mumbai 1 card at entry and exit gates for travel on Metro Line 1. Points to remember while buying tickets QR tickets (single or return journey) expire within the same operational business day and cannot be refunded or canceled once issued The 'Mumbai 1' app presently supports Line 2A and 7 only and does not support booking for Line 1; Paytm remains the go-to app for Line 1 bookings. What are the fares for Mumbai Metro-1? In case of line 1, fare range is Rs 10-40. Is Mumbai Metro-1 connected to other public transport? Bus: Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses serve all Metro-1 stations, offering last-mile connectivity across Andheri, Juhu, Ghatkopar, Sakinaka, and Kurla areas. Major stations like Andheri, Western Express Highway (WEH), Ghatkopar, and Saki Naka have dedicated bus stops or depots nearby. Common BEST routes near Metro-1 stations include: 202, 254, 340, 371, 375 (Ghatkopar area) 186, 340, 392, 496 (Andheri area) 419, 433, 472, 505 (Sakinaka and Marol areas) Railway: Andheri Station (Western Line): Walkable via skywalk to Andheri Metro station. Ghatkopar Station (Central Line): Connected via elevated walkway to Ghatkopar Metro. These are the two primary rail-to-metro interchanges on Line 1 and are among the busiest. Autorickshaws and taxis: Auto rickshaw stands are available at almost all Metro-1 stations. Prepaid taxi counters are available at Andheri and Ghatkopar. App-based cab pick-up zones (Uber, Ola) are common but can be congested during peak hours. top videos View all Will Metro-1 be connected to upcoming/planned lines? Line 2B (Extension of Line 2A): It runs from DN Nagar (Line 1's terminal) further east toward Mandale. While Line 2B starts from DN Nagar, passengers on Line 1 will continue changing at DN Nagar itself—a built interchange. No new physical connector is planned; existing interchange facility will suffice. Line 6 (Pink Line): Connects Jogeshwari-Vikhroli; intersects with Line 1 only indirectly—no direct interchange is planned at this time. Line 3 (Aqua Line): Already connects at Marol Naka. Line 4 / 4A / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 14: These future lines fall under Metro 4 and its extensions (Lines 10 & 11), Metro 5/12, Metro 7/9, and other corridors. At Ghatkopar, Line 1 meets Line 4. Line 11 (Wadala-CSMT) would intersect Metro 4, but no integration with Line 1 is part of that plan as of now. Line 8 (Gold Line Airport Express): This airport-to-airport line (CSMIA Terminal 2 to Navi Mumbai International Airport) is approved. No direct interchange with Line 1 is planned for now. About the Author Manjiri Joshi At the news desk for 17 years, the story of her life has revolved around finding pun, facts while reporting, on radio, heading a daily newspaper desk, teaching mass media students to now editing special copies ...Read More tags : Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd Mumbai metro Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation news18 specials view comments Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: July 28, 2025, 17:25 IST News cities » mumbai-news Mumbai Metro-1: How City's 1st Line Became Centrepoint Of Smooth East-West Travel Over 11 Years Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yomiuri Shimbun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yomiuri Shimbun
Japanese Ex-Pro Baseball Pitcher Yuki Saito Building Ballpark for Kids in Hokkaido
NAGANUMA, Hokkaido (Jiji Press) — Yuki Saito, a former pitcher for the Japanese professional baseball team Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, is spearheading the construction of a new field dedicated to boys and girls in the town of Naganuma, Hokkaido. Saito, 37, envisions the new field as a venue that will inspire the next generation of professional players. It will offer a scenic view of ES CON Field Hokkaido, the home stadium of the Fighters. The field that Saito has helped to construct since August last year was unveiled to the media on May 5, coinciding with Children's Day. To mark the occasion, local baseball teams were invited to play a commemorative game. Saito took the mound for the ceremonial first pitch, facing Hideki Kuriyama, the chief baseball officer of the Fighters, who stepped in as the hitter. Kuriyama, who managed the Fighters for most of Saito's career, is also renowned for nurturing Shohei Ohtani, now a two-way superstar with the Los Angeles Dodgers, during his tenure with the Fighters. 'I'm incredibly happy to see the children enjoying themselves so brightly and energetically,' Saito said. 'I think the main point is that he wants to create something tangible that children need,' Kuriyama said. 'There's nothing more important than that. In fact, I might be the one who's even more moved by this.' Saito conducted an extensive search for the ideal ballpark location, focusing primarily on the Kanto region in eastern Japan. He visited more than 50 potential sites, including existing ballparks, mountainous areas and open fields. Ultimately, the flat terrain of Naganuma proved to be the deciding factor. The site's history as a baseball field, used up until 20 years ago, also meant that the soil was well-suited for the purpose. It is located near Kuri no Ki Farm, the little league field managed by Kuriyama, and ES CON Field Hokkaido. 'I happened to come across this plot of land by chance. I feel there's something destined about it,' Saito said. The ballpark, named Harappa Stadium, features foul lines measuring 70 meters and a center field stretching 85 meters. The name 'Harappa' means 'field' or 'grassland' in Japanese, reflecting the stadium's open, welcoming atmosphere. One of Saito's top priorities was the installation of a 1-meter-high outfield fence. Little league stadiums in Japan typically lack fences, so any ball hit past the outfielders can result in a home run. 'I hope Japanese children will experience the thrill of hitting home runs over the fence. I want them to play baseball freely and in a relaxed way,' he said. After the commemorative game on May 5, he joined the children in painting the wooden fence together. Saito started the project by personally cutting weeds and, with the help of local residents, preparing the site for games. His vision is to complete the ballpark by laying natural grass on both the infield and outfield, while planting trees around the perimeter. Looking ahead, Saito also dreams of building a lodging facility nearby. 'The experience of playing baseball in such a ballpark will be unforgettable [for young players],' Saito said. He hopes to transform the new field into an ideal ballpark for children. Saito rose to prominence as a star pitcher at high school and university. As the ace of Waseda Jitsugyo high school in Tokyo, he led his team to championship glory at the 2006 national high school tournament at the Koshien Stadium. The final game became legendary for Saito's epic pitching duel against Masahiro Tanaka of Komadai Tomakomai high school from Hokkaido, who would later go on to throw in Major League Baseball. Saito earned the affectionate nickname 'Handkerchief Prince' for his habit of using a handkerchief to wipe away the sweat on the pitcher's mound during the sweltering August heat, a distinctive gesture that set him apart from other players, who typically used their uniform sleeves.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Chanson International Realized Significant Growth with Livestreaming and Same-City Delivery Strategy
URUMQI, China, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chanson International Holding (Nasdaq: CHSN) (the 'Company' or 'Chanson'), a provider of bakery, seasonal, and beverage products through its chain stores in China and the United States, today announced that its 'baking + same-city delivery' and 'livestream + interaction' strategy has realized significant growth in online sales. This initiative marks a promising start in Chanson's expansion in online markets. In 2024, the Company launched its channel on Douyin, China's sister app to TikTok, to integrate its core advantage in 'fresh baking' with the convenience of same-city instant delivery services by leveraging its network of 60 offline stores. Unlike traditional e-commerce, which relies on static images and text, Chanson's own livestream studio brings real-time visuals from each store's kitchen, prep station, and scullery. Viewers can watch the sheen of dough being kneaded, bread rising in the oven, and intricate cream decorating - all captured in high definition with professional lighting. It provides viewers with easy access to craftsmanship and freshness throughout the process. During each livestream, hosts not only showcase product details but also answer real-time inquiries, such as requests for low-sugar options or customized cake sizes, and launch interactive promotions. According to livestreaming data that is available to Chanson, average viewer watch time has increased from 2 minutes to 8 minutes, with engagement rates consistently above 30%. To convert livestream traffic into sales, Chanson introduced exclusive livestream bundles, including a discounted breakfast set and a group afternoon tea offer. These are promoted with urgency-driven slogans like 'made today' and 'delivered within one hour within 3 kilometers' through Douyin's shopping cart. Mr. Gang Li, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Chanson, commented, 'Freshness and convenience are at the heart of what baking consumers value most. Our livestream strategy brings the aroma and activity of our kitchens online, creating a multisensory, interactive shopping experience supported by real-time local delivery. We plan to continue refining our livestream schedules to match peak hours, and to launch special themed events, such as low-sugar cake features on Mother's Day or cartoon bread promotions on Children's Day.' Mr. Li added, 'From 'window displays' to 'livestream interaction,' and from 'in-store purchases' to 'same-city instant delivery,' we are developing an offline-online integrated model. By centering on product freshness, leveraging immersive visual content, and ensuring a seamless local service experience, we believe this strategy will distinguish Chanson in a competitive marketplace and position our business for its next phase of growth.' About Chanson International Holding Founded in 2009, Chanson International Holding is a provider of bakery, seasonal, and beverage products through its chain stores in China and the United States. Headquartered in Urumqi, China, Chanson directly operates stores in Xinjiang, China and New York, United States. Chanson currently manages 60 stores in China, and 3 stores in New York City while selling on digital platforms and third-party online food ordering platforms. Chanson offers not only packaged bakery products but also made-in-store pastries and eat-in services, serving freshly prepared bakery products and extensive beverage products. Chanson aims to make healthy, nutritious, and ready-to-eat food through advanced facilities based on in-depth industry research, while creating a comfortable and distinguishable store environment for customers. Chanson's dedicated and highly-experienced product development teams constantly create new products that reflect market trends to meet customer demand. For more information, please visit the Company's website: Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the Company's proposed offering. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as 'approximates,' 'believes,' 'hopes,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'estimates,' 'projects,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'will,' 'would,' 'should,' 'could,' 'may' or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and other filings with the SEC. For investor and media inquiries, please contact: Chanson International Holding Investor Relations Department Email: IR@ Ascent Investor Relations LLC Tina Xiao Phone: +1-646-932-7242 Email: investors@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
From chips to makhana, Bengaluru schools embrace healthier snacks
Bengaluru: Cafeterias and tuck shops in the city's schools are quietly undergoing a transformation. In response to recent advisories from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), schools are reducing the availability of high-sugar, high-oil food items on campus. Cakes and pastries have disappeared from the shelves. Samosas now come with mixed vegetable fillings instead of just potato, and their availability has been reduced from daily to twice a week. Toffees are being replaced with smaller chikkis (peanut bars), while chips are making way for healthier alternatives such as makhana and roasted peanuts. The move comes after both national boards asked schools to take concrete steps to curb sugar consumption among students. Schools have also been asked to install awareness boards on campus to educate students about the permissible sugar intake and the long-term health risks of processed food. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru At Delhi Public School-North, the student council has taken the lead in rethinking tuck shop menus. "Instead of banning everything at once, we're introducing changes step by step so that healthy eating becomes a mindset, not a punishment," said Ujwal H, a class 11 student. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy the Dip: Top 5 Dividend Stocks with Growth Potential Seeking Alpha Read More Undo After conducting a calorie analysis of the food sold in the school's tuck shops, the council recommended phasing out high-sugar drinks and replacing them with low-sugar alternatives. Ice cream has been replaced with yogurt and whole fruits, while cakes and pastries are off the menu entirely. Aarush BS, another student involved in the food reform, explained that daily staples such as vegetable puffs are now limited to two days a week. "We've added protein-packed egg and paneer puffs as healthier swaps. Boiled egg sandwiches are also an addition, so students aren't left with only puff-based snacks," he said. Other schools are following similar measures. At Navkis Education Centre, Gokula, the management has decided to stop distributing sweets and chocolates during school functions. "For events such as Independence Day and Children's Day, we would usually distribute laddus and chocolates. We've decided to replace them with small packets of dry fruits," said principal Seema Gupta. The school has also put up signboards explaining the recommended sugar intake for children. St Joseph's Boys High School, according to principal Fr Sunil Fernandes, is working with its outsourced canteen to phase out sugary and processed foods. "The contractor may have stocked up on some items, so we've told them not to replenish once those are sold. Children naturally gravitate towards processed food, so we need to slowly help them unlearn the habit," he said. Some schools had already banned junk food but are now stepping up awareness drives. "We never served junk food on campus, but after the CBSE circular, we've started special sessions with doctors on healthy eating. These issues are being discussed in class assemblies too," said J Bhuvaneswari, director and principal of Presidency School-Bangalore South. CBSE's move came in the wake of rising cases of Type 2 diabetes among children — a worrying trend attributed to the easy access to sugary snacks, beverages, and processed food within school environments. The board's advisory warned that apart from diabetes, high sugar intake increases the risks of obesity, dental issues, and metabolic disorders, affecting both long-term health and academic performance.
