Bangladesh reopened schools on Saturdays following a week-long closure due to a heatwave.
Bangladesh reopened schools after a week-long closure due to a heatwave causing temperatures over 40°C. The Education Ministry announced that classes will now be held on Saturdays until further notice. The U.N. children's agency estimates that 20 million children in Bangladesh face daily impacts of climate change. The heatwaves also caused water shortages, power cuts, and affected the country's crucial apparel sector.
May 05, 2024
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