Goma's Struggle One Year After Rebel Takeover
Eastern Congo's city of Goma remains under M23 rebel control, with economic paralysis and severe humanitarian impact defining daily life for residents.
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Nigerian Officers Face Trial Over Alleged Coup Plot
A group of Nigerian military officers will stand trial for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government, following an investigation into their conduct.
North Korea Launches Missile Near Japan, Stoking WW3 Fears
North Korea has conducted a ballistic missile launch in close proximity to Japan, escalating regional tensions and global security concerns under Kim Jong-un's leadership.
Russia's Desperate War Recruitment Tactics Exposed
Moscow employs controversial methods including prisoner releases, foreign recruitment and coercion to replenish forces in Ukraine conflict while avoiding unpopular mobilisation.
Holocaust Memorial Day Ignored in Schools as Knowledge Declines
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK schools marking Holocaust Memorial Day, with many teachers deeming it 'controversial' amid Gaza conflict tensions, despite urgent warnings from survivors.
Holocaust Survivor Born in Camp Shares Story
Ilana Kantorowicz Shalem, born in Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945, reveals her remarkable survival story as one of the youngest Holocaust survivors.
Teacher Jailed for Filming Sex with Student as 'Trophy'
Former MacKillop College teacher Troy Ollis sentenced to nearly seven years for multiple sex offences against a student, filming encounters including with Disney movie playing.
Trump's Student Loan Collection Pause Sparks Fury
The Trump administration's decision to halt involuntary student loan collections has ignited criticism, with opponents calling it a political giveaway that could cost billions annually.
Syrian Ceasefire Holds but Civilians Live with Fear and Resentment
A fragile ceasefire between Syria's government and Kurdish-led forces holds in the northeast, but civilians on both sides face displacement, fear, and deep-seated resentment as the country navigates a precarious transition.
Iran Protests: 30,000 Dead, Mass Burials Reported
Reports from Iran indicate a death toll of 30,000 in recent protests, with allegations of secret mass burials and disappeared bodies raising international alarm.
Iran Protest Death Toll Exceeds 6,100
Human rights activists report over 6,100 killed in Iran's crackdown on protests as US military assets arrive in the region and Iranian-backed militias signal readiness for conflict.
France Votes to Ban Social Media for Under-15s
French lawmakers have passed legislation banning social media use for children under 15 and mobile phones in high schools, following Australia's lead in digital protection.
GCSE English Diversity Crisis: Decades to Reach Goals
A new report reveals it will take 20 years for just 10% of GCSE English Literature students to study a text by an author of colour, with full representation not until 2115.
GCSE Reading Lists Need Faster Diversity Push by 2026
A new report reveals it could take until 2115 for GCSE English Literature to reflect UK's ethnic diversity without urgent intervention, as author Bernardine Evaristo calls for action.
Evaristo Calls for More Diverse School Curriculum in England
Booker winner Bernardine Evaristo warns progress on diversifying GCSE English literature texts is too slow, with uptake of authors of colour still low despite gains.
AI Tutoring Tools Set for UK Schools by 2027
The UK government announces plans to introduce AI tutoring tools in schools by 2027, targeting disadvantaged pupils to reduce educational inequalities, with trials starting this summer.
AI Tutoring to Launch in UK Schools by 2027
The Department for Education confirms AI tutoring tools will be introduced across UK schools by 2027, aiming to provide personalised support for 450,000 disadvantaged pupils while emphasising teacher involvement and safety.
Venezuela Releases Dozens of Prisoners, Hundreds Still Held
Venezuela's leading prisoner rights group reports dozens of prisoners released over the weekend, with hundreds of dissidents still detained as the US pressures the acting government.
1905 Prophecy Resurfaces Amid Modern Global Tensions
A 120-year-old poem by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad predicting earthquakes, bloodshed, and celestial signs has gained renewed attention as some interpret it as foreseeing contemporary conflicts and disasters.
Nigerian Officers to Stand Trial for Alleged Coup Plot
The Nigerian military announces that several officers will be tried following an investigation that uncovered an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government.
Columbia University Appoints New President After Campus Turmoil
Columbia University has named Jennifer Mnookin, currently chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as its next president, effective 1 July. This appointment follows a tumultuous period marked by campus protests and federal pressure.
Columbia University Names Jennifer Mnookin as New President
Columbia University selects Jennifer Mnookin as its next president following two turbulent years marked by protests, federal pressure, and leadership instability.
UN Aid Reaches Besieged Kobani as Syrian Ceasefire Holds
A United Nations humanitarian convoy has delivered vital supplies to the besieged city of Kobani in northeast Syria, marking the first aid delivery since renewed fighting erupted earlier this month.
Student Found Dead After Vanishing in Sub-Zero Cold
Lucas Mattson, a 19-year-old University of Michigan student, was found deceased after being reported missing while walking in sub-zero temperatures wearing only a t-shirt and jeans in Ann Arbor.
School Lockdown After Man Seen with Suspected Weapon
John Spence Community High School in North Shields was placed into lockdown after a man was spotted with a suspected weapon at a nearby bus stop, prompting urgent police response.
Israel's 'Apartheid Road' Plan Draws Global Criticism
Israel's proposed construction of a segregated highway, dubbed the 'apartheid road', has ignited international condemnation and legal challenges over alleged human rights violations.
Experts: Hands-On Learning Beats Screen Time for Children
Educational specialists argue that meaningful project-based activities, not just limiting screen use, are crucial for child development in the digital age.
Ukraine's Winter War: Putin's Weaponisation of Cold
As temperatures plummet to -20°C, Russia's systematic attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure have created a human-made catastrophe, forcing civilians to endure freezing conditions reminiscent of historical sieges.
Columbia Names Wisconsin Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin as President
Columbia University has selected University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin as its next president, aiming to recover from two years of campus turmoil involving protests and federal pressure.
Phillipson Demands Full School Phone Ban Including Breaks
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has demanded schools implement complete phone bans throughout the school day, including break times, with Ofsted to assess compliance.
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