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Aug 5, 2025 |
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#society
GB News: Elderly drivers could be hit with new medical and road rules as current laws are 'ineffective' and 'unsafe'
Older drivers in the UK may soon face mandatory eyesight tests as part of reforms aimed at enhancing road safety. This follows a coroner's report highlighting fatalities caused by drivers with severe vision impairments who continued to hold valid licenses. Experts argue the current system is ineffective and call for regular vision checks for all drivers.
The Association of Optometrists warns that while mandatory reporting could help, it might deter drivers from seeking eye tests due to fears of losing their licenses. Currently, drivers only need to renew their licenses at age 70 without mandatory medical checks, making the UK's system one of the most lenient in Europe. The Department for Transport is reviewing these findings to improve road safety.
#foreignaffairs
Le Monde: Aid airdrops in Gaza offer little relief given overwhelming need
Israel has permitted humanitarian aid airdrops into Gaza amid international pressure, but the volume delivered is insufficient compared to the dire humanitarian crisis. Thousands of aid trucks remain stalled outside the enclave, highlighting the limited impact of the airdrops.
Countries like France, Spain, and others are participating in these operations, yet officials acknowledge that the aid provided barely meets the overwhelming needs of the population, with significant casualties reported since the recent conflict escalated.
#health
Le Monde: For the first time ever, the majority of doctors in France are women
In 2025, for the first time, the number of women doctors in France is set to slightly exceed that of men, with 118,957 women compared to 118,257 men. This shift reflects a long-term trend of increasing medical professionals, despite worsening access to care in some regions.
The total number of doctors has risen by 9.9% since 2012, driven by more doctors trained abroad and increased medical school admissions. The reform of the numerus clausus has further contributed to this growth, with larger class sizes expected to continue.