Teacher banned after escort double life exposed
A primary school teacher has been barred for five years after her secret life as a high-end escort was revealed. Sex workers discuss the hidden world of educators in the industry.
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Photos of the Day: A World in Focus
The Guardian's picture editors curate striking global images for Tuesday, 2 December 2025, capturing protest, climate, and conflict. Explore the visual stories shaping our world.
US University Lab at Centre of China Bio-Smuggling Probe
A prestigious US university faces a national security crisis as federal agents uncover alleged Chinese smuggling of modified parasites and crop fungi through its research labs. Read the full investigation.
Glasgow: One in Three Schoolchildren Are EAL Learners
New data reveals nearly 30% of Glasgow pupils speak English as an additional language, the highest rate in the UK. Explore the impact on schools and the city's housing emergency.
China ends 30-year condom tax break to boost births
China will impose a 13% VAT on contraceptives from January, ending a three-decade exemption. The move is part of a wider policy shift to tackle a plunging birth rate. Read the full analysis.
UK Teen Missing in Romania Near Dracula's Castle
Search continues for George Smyth, 18, missing in Transylvania's mountains since 23 November. Rescue efforts hampered by heavy snow. Read the latest.
School closes for funeral after teaching assistant's death
Rhyl High School will close on December 12 for the funeral of teaching assistant Angela Shellis, 45, whose son has been charged with her murder. Read the full story.
Four-Day School Week Pilots Proposed for England
Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment and retention crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher.
Deepfake Porn Crisis Hits UK Schools
Exclusive poll reveals the shocking rise of AI-generated nude images in classrooms. One in ten teachers aware of incidents, with devastating impacts on pupils. Read the full investigation.
Ofsted: Social Media Chipping Away at Children's Attention
Ofsted's chief inspector warns social media harms behaviour and learning. He calls for schools to be sanctuaries from phones as absence rates soar. Read the full report.
School Proposes Renaming Pepys House Over 'Abusive' Behaviour
Hinchingbrooke School suggests renaming Pepys House after diary revelations of his 'harmful, abusive and exploitative' treatment of women. Read the full story and the parental debate.
University Challenge fans slam LSE team's 'miserable' conduct
BBC quiz viewers accuse London School of Economics team of poor sportsmanship after Manchester's gracious win. See the social media reaction and the show's other recent drama.
Original St. Nicholas tomb discovered by archaeologists
Archaeologists in Turkey have located the original burial site of St. Nicholas, the real-life Father Christmas, before his remains were stolen and moved to Italy in 1087. Discover the full story.
School Principal Stabbed, Staff Member Arrested
A secondary school in Melbourne was placed in lockdown after the principal was allegedly stabbed by another staff member. Police have arrested a man at the scene.
Scam Centres Double on Thai-Myanmar Border Since 2021
Exclusive satellite analysis shows a surge in scam compounds in Myanmar, part of a global fraud industry linked to human trafficking. Discover the UN's alarming findings.
Japanese PM's 'Work, Work, Work' wins Catchphrase of the Year
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's relentless slogan 'Work, Work, Work' has been crowned 2025's most popular catchphrase, reflecting a national drive for economic revival. Discover the story behind the phrase.
$50M Gift Covers Tuition for Medical Lab Students
An anonymous $50 million donation will fund tuition for University of Washington medical laboratory science students for 50 years, addressing a critical workforce shortage. Discover how this transforms healthcare education.
Solve The Guardian's Sudoku 7126: Medium Puzzle
Ready your pencil for The Guardian's Sudoku 7126, a classic medium-difficulty puzzle. Test your logic and find the solution. Can you complete the grid?
Mother sues over teen's trauma from school sex ed
A mother launches Federal Court action after her 14-year-old daughter was distressed by a school presentation allegedly covering bestiality and incest. Read the full story on the controversial sex education session.
Harvard hires ex-student charged in protest assault
Harvard University has hired a former graduate student, Elom Tettey-Tamaklo, who faced assault charges after a pro-Palestine protest confrontation. Discover the full story and its implications.
800,000 UK Under-5s Use Social Media, Study Finds
A new analysis shows over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Experts call it 'deeply alarming' and demand action. Read the full report and what it means for parents.
Donald Trump's MRI Scan Results Revealed by White House
The White House has issued a significant health update, disclosing the results of former President Donald Trump's recent MRI scan. Follow for the latest breaking news.
Survey: 30% of secondary pupils say they are unmotivated
A new DfE survey reveals rising pupil apathy in UK secondary schools, with stark gaps by gender and income. Discover the findings and the government's response.
800,000 UK nursery children on social media
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
Parents sue school over 6-year-old's alleged sexual assault
A North Carolina family is suing a school district for over $25,000, alleging it failed to protect their 6-year-old son from repeated sexual assault by a classmate, despite reports to staff.
Rohingya malnutrition surges 11% amid drastic aid cuts
Severe malnutrition admissions jump in Cox's Bazar as a 63% funding deficit cripples the world's largest refugee camp. New arrivals denied shelter and food. Read the full report.
Research: 'Upstander' Bullying Tactics Could Be Harmful
Recent international research challenges the effectiveness of encouraging students to be 'upstanders' against bullying, suggesting it may be counterproductive. Discover the evidence and what schools should do instead.
David Walliams reveals son Alfred, 12, is dyslexic
Comedian David Walliams opens up about his son's dyslexia and how it shapes his approach to writing children's books. He urges parents to make time for shared reading.
This Week in History: Cold War Ends, Seattle Siege
Explore pivotal moments from 1-7 December: The Cold War's end, the Seattle WTO siege, and major courtroom verdicts. Discover the stories that shaped our world.
Why the viral 6-7 trend is finally ending
The bizarre 6-7 trend has infuriated UK parents and teachers. Discover its viral origins, why it spread, and how adult awareness is finally killing it off. Read the full story.
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