DfE 'tone deaf' joke apology backfires over schools
The Department for Education faces a backlash for a 'tone deaf' social media post boasting of Labour's school achievements. Critics call it condescending and out of touch. Read the full story.
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Teacher banned for drinking gin at school
A primary school headteacher has been prohibited from teaching after being caught with alcohol on school premises. Discover the full story and the panel's ruling.
Teacher sacked over 'gay joke' dies by suicide
Marlborough College teacher John Wright died by suicide after being dismissed for alleged homophobic remarks made on a school trip to Malaysia. The inquest continues.
Five dead in Chile snowstorm as global tensions rise
Five dead in a Chile snowstorm, a Russian missile attack in Ukraine, and a popular holiday island banning private beaches. Stay informed on today's global events.
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UK's Most Mispronounced Words Revealed
New research uncovers the words Brits struggle to say, with Irish names Niamh and Saoirse leading the list. Discover if you've been pronouncing them correctly.
US cuts 38 universities from research over DEI policies
The US State Department plans to remove Harvard, Yale and 36 other universities from its Diplomacy Lab research partnership programme due to diversity hiring practices. Discover the full implications.
Cynthia Erivo's tearful school return for Wicked
Stage star Cynthia Erivo surprises students at her former London school, breaking down during a Wicked duet. Read her inspiring advice and emotional journey.
Student, 18, dies at Kent College Canterbury boarding school
An 18-year-old student has died following a medical episode at Kent College Canterbury. The historic private school is closed as the community mourns. Read the full story.
China offers students a free 9-day snow holiday
Over 70,000 students in China's Xinjiang region get a nine-day snow holiday with free skiing and transport. Discover how this fuels a £160bn winter sports economy.
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Teacher dies after sacking over homophobic joke
Physics teacher John Wright, 54, died by suicide after being dismissed from Marlborough College for a joke made on a school trip to Malaysia. The case raises serious questions about disciplinary procedures in education.
Brighton schools lockdown after machete scare
Two schools in Melbourne's affluent Brighton were placed into lockdown after reports of armed youths. Police arrested one teen, but no machetes were found. Stay informed on local safety.
WHO job cuts after US withdraws funding
The World Health Organisation announces significant staff reductions and programme cuts following US funding withdrawal. Learn how this impacts global health security.
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
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Tackle today's medium-level Sudoku puzzle 7111 with our expert solving guide. Learn strategies to improve your puzzle-solving skills and mental agility.
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Trump Moves to Dismantle US Education Department
The Trump administration has announced plans to dismantle the US Department of Education, moving six key offices to other federal agencies. Discover the full impact of this major policy shift.
US Education Dept Dismantled as Trump Pushes Closure
The Trump administration is accelerating its plan to shut down the US Education Department, transferring major grant programmes to other agencies. Discover the implications.
Why Conservatives Don't Get Credit for Arts Funding
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Michigan Official's Gender Reply Sparks Conservative Fury
Michigan's education chief faces MAGA backlash after dodging 'how many genders' question. Discover the explosive debate over new gender identity curriculum guidelines.
Florida Justice to Lead University Classical Education Centre
Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles Canady will step down in 2026 to direct the University of Florida's Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education. Discover the implications for the state's highest court.
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Minister tells teachers to 'whinge more' over workload
Home Office minister Jess Phillips tells teachers they should 'whinge more' about excessive workload, praising their efforts while cautioning against strikes. Read the full story.
Ex-Professor Brands Conservatives 'Nazis' in Campus Clash
A retired professor launched a furious tirade, branding conservatives 'Nazis' after a US university approved a Turning Point USA chapter. Witness the heated campus free speech debate.
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld dies aged 95
Tributes pour in for Vera Schaufeld MBE, a Holocaust survivor and Kindertransport child recognised for her extraordinary work in remembrance and education. Her legacy inspires generations.
Jess Phillips: Teachers Should 'Whinge More' on Overload
Home Office Minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to speak up about excessive demands, warning that violence against girls threatens their academic success. Read the full story.
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld dies aged 95
Tributes pour in for Vera Schaufeld MBE, a Holocaust survivor recognised for her strength and dedication to remembrance education. Discover her inspiring story.
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Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld dies aged 95
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld, an MBE honoured for her remembrance work, has died at 95. Discover her incredible story of survival and legacy. Read her tribute.
Global Photos: Byrne, Blaze, and Border Tensions
A visual journey across continents: David Byrne performs, a high-rise burns, and geopolitical tensions simmer. Explore the day's most powerful images from The Guardian's editors.
Chemical spill at Biddulph High School: 5 in hospital
Five people were rushed to hospital following a chemical spill at Biddulph High School in Staffordshire. Emergency services swarmed the scene. Read for live updates.
Parenting expert advice on children seeing porn
Parenting expert advice on what to do if your child sees pornography online. Learn how to have open conversations and protect children's emotional development.
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Schoolchildren poisoned by copper sulphate in class
Three children at Lord Williams’s School in Oxfordshire were hospitalised after a pupil allegedly added copper sulphate to water bottles. All have now been discharged. Read the full report.
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