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1. Almost half of California teachers plan to quit soon while nationwide morale reaches ‘lowest point in recent memory’

   California classrooms are some of the largest in the nation, with an average of 29 students per class versus the national average of 25, according to the study

2. Trump says US sunk 10 mine-laying ships after threatening Iran over reports of mines in the Strait of Hormuz

   The Strait of Hormuz is a waterway bordered in the north by Iran that carries about a fifth of the world’s oil supply

3. Is Trump’s war over? Not for the thousands in Beirut left homeless by bombs

   Washington has given mixed signals in the past two days over how long its war in Iran will last. Families sheltering from Israeli bombs in the suburbs of Beirut tell Bel Trew that the devastation has left them without hope for their country’s future

4. Atletico v Tottenham live: Alvarez adds fifth for hosts in dramatic Champions League demolition

   Tottenham face make-or-break last-16 tie as threat of Premier League relegation hovers over Igor Tudor’s side

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7. Trump has seen a massive net worth increase since re-taking office

8. Drunk mom left ‘crying’ daughter at Universal resort bar because she wanted to go to the club, police say

   Police say they found a ‘visibly upset’ child alone at the bar

9. Plans for $1B Miami International Airport concourse revamp unveiled

   The expansion will create 17 additional gates

10. Five Guys apologizes for botched BOGO deal and offers customers redo

    The restaurant chain attempted to sell buy one, get one burgers in honor of its 40th birthday