UK School Knife Crisis: Over 700 Offences in 2025

Shocking figures reveal more than 700 knife offences in English and Welsh schools last year, with children as young as seven involved. Calls for metal detectors and zero tolerance policies intensify.

Afghan Quake Death Toll Rises, Refugee Family Killed

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake in northern Afghanistan has killed at least 12 people, including eight members of a refugee family recently returned from Iran. The disaster highlights Afghanistan's vulnerability to seismic activity.

Teacher quits after 20-minute request denied

A mother-of-two left her teaching job of 18 years after her school refused a simple 20-minute flexibility request to take her children to school, highlighting a wider burnout crisis in education.

Burkina Faso Leader Says Democracy 'Not For Us'

Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso's military ruler, has declared democracy unsuitable for the nation, urging citizens to forget about it while extending his rule until 2029 amid ongoing conflict.

UW Professor Fired from Director Job After Criticizing Iran War

Aria Fani, a University of Washington professor, was removed as head of the Middle East Center after sending an email criticizing US and Israeli actions in Iran. His case is part of a broader trend of faculty facing repercussions for Middle East commentar

12-Year-Old Arrested in LA School Bullying Death

A 12-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of classmate Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, who was struck with a metal water bottle during a bullying incident at a Los Angeles middle school.

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