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Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
Child dead in Moscow school stabbing and pepper spray attack
A teenager has been detained by special forces after a fatal knife and pepper spray attack at a Moscow school. One child was killed and three people injured. Read the latest.
Aldi's £3.50 School Uniform Bundle Returns in January
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Spirit Award Nominations: 'Peter Hujar's Day' Leads Field
Ira Sachs' film 'Peter Hujar's Day' tops the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Award nominations with five nods. Discover the full list of contenders and key facts about the ceremony.
Northern Ireland school closes over roof safety concerns
Nazareth House Primary in Londonderry shuts for urgent roof repairs. Education Authority warns of a £800m maintenance backlog across NI schools, risking further closures.
School hires guard after alleged assault on child
A Queensland primary school has hired a security guard after a six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted outside the campus. Police confirm the child and woman were known to each other.
Carey Mulligan leads glamour at 2025 British Film Awards
Carey Mulligan dazzled on the pink carpet at the 2025 British Independent Film Awards in London. Discover all the winners and stunning fashion moments from the prestigious ceremony celebrating UK filmmaking talent.
Cumbria school faces closure after Labour VAT hike
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety
A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.
Melbourne school stabbing: 8-year-old boy attacked
An eight-year-old boy was brutally stabbed at a primary school in Melbourne. Police are questioning an 11-year-old. Follow for live updates.
Boy, 11, questioned over school stabbing in Melbourne
An 11-year-old boy has been questioned by police after an alleged stabbing at Brentwood Park Primary School that left an eight-year-old with non-life-threatening injuries.
Tynemouth school closes over critical threat
Kings Priory School in Tynemouth closed suddenly on 24th November 2025 due to a potential critical threat. Police are investigating malicious communications. Follow for live updates.
Teacher sacked over school trip joke dies tragically
John Wright, 54, was dismissed from prestigious Marlborough College for alleged inappropriate comments made during a school exchange trip. The physics teacher later took his own life, leaving his family devastated and raising serious questions about safeg
Boy injured after school ceiling collapses in California
An eight-year-old boy was hospitalised with a concussion after an outdoor amphitheater ceiling collapsed at his elementary school. Read the full story on the incident and the school's response.
Teenager with knife tasered at Sydney high school
Terrified students barricaded in classrooms after a 15-year-old armed with a large knife sparked a major police response at North Sydney Boys High School. Read the full details.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
Florida teen shot dead after school hallway bump
A 15-year-old high school student has been fatally shot by a classmate following an accidental hallway bump in a shocking incident that has left a Florida community in mourning and raised urgent questions about school safety.
Armed police rush school after bomb threat - teen arrested
Armed police and bomb disposal units rushed to a Westminster secondary school after a chilling bomb threat prompted mass evacuation. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the hoax call that caused widespread panic.
School lockdown after pupil shows staff concerning phone image
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
BIFA 2024 Nominations Reveal Surprise Contenders
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.
Manchester primary school lockdown after police discovery
A Manchester primary school was plunged into lockdown after police discovered a suspicious item on school grounds, prompting a major emergency response and road closures.
Headteachers threaten strikes over Ofsted report cards
England's headteachers are considering unprecedented strike action as they declare war on Ofsted's controversial new 'one-word' grading system, warning it could devastate staff mental health and school standards.
BIFA 2025 Nominations: My Father's Shadow Leads Race
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
Llanelli school closes over concrete safety crisis
Dafen CP School in Llanelli becomes latest victim of RAAC concrete scandal as emergency closure leaves parents scrambling for alternatives amid safety fears.
Nashville shooter targeted school for Christian ties
Exclusive investigation reveals Audrey Hale specifically targeted The Covenant School for its Christian affiliation, with police confirming the shooting was calculated and premeditated.
Dallas schools sued over racial segregation in discipline
A Texas school district is embroiled in a discrimination lawsuit after implementing a disciplinary policy that allegedly targets and isolates Black students in separate classrooms.
Teen hero stops armed intruder at school dance
An 18-year-old student became an unexpected hero when he confronted and disarmed a gunman who opened fire at his school's homecoming dance in Pennsylvania.
Michigan father threatens school shooting over bullying
A Michigan father faces serious charges after allegedly threatening to 'shoot up' an elementary school following bullying incidents involving his son, prompting immediate police intervention.
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