US Humanities Face Existential Crisis as Universities Cut Degrees
Students at Montclair State University held a mock funeral for humanities departments, symbolising a national crisis. Universities are cutting programmes deemed 'not monetisable'.
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Mandatory Nursery CCTV Considered After Childminder Abuse
Ministers are reviewing mandatory CCTV in early years settings after Vincent Chan, 45, admitted sexually abusing children at a West Hampstead nursery. The government aims to strengthen safeguarding.
Developmental Language Disorder Affects 8% of Children
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) impacts 8% of children globally, yet remains under-diagnosed. Learn the signs and why multilingual support is crucial for better outcomes.
Mother's Call for Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Esther Ghey, mother of murdered teen Brianna, urges a social media ban for under-16s, citing online harms. A key parliamentary amendment sparks debate.
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Liverpool school lockdown after threatening email
Holly Lodge Girl's College in Liverpool was placed in lockdown after a threatening email. Police investigated as students were kept safe inside. Read the full story.
How Orwell's 1984 predicted today's global power struggles
George Orwell's dystopian vision of three warring superstates feels eerily prescient in 2026. Experts analyse the novel's geopolitical foresight and its chilling relevance to modern tensions.
China's population falls for fourth consecutive year
China's population shrank again in 2025, with births hitting a record low. Explore the deepening demographic crisis and the government's struggle to reverse the trend.
Mother's plea to PM: Ban social media for under-16s
Esther Ghey, mother of murdered teenager Brianna, urges Keir Starmer to back a social media ban for under-16s to protect children from online harm. Read the full story.
Anti-WEF Zurich Protest: US Flag Burned, Police Deploy Water Cannons
Violence erupted at an anti-World Economic Forum protest in Zurich as a US flag was burned and American companies targeted. Police used water cannons and tear gas. Read the full report.
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New guide for parents on making formal school complaints
The government has launched a new guide to help parents navigate formal school complaints, aiming to reduce aggressive disputes and social media rows. Learn the five-step process.
China's population crisis deepens with record low birth rate
China's population falls to 1.404bn as the legacy of the one-child policy creates a demographic crisis. Explore the historical context and the government's urgent push for more babies.
China's Birth Rate Crisis: A Millennia-Old Struggle
China's birth rate hits a record low, revealing a historic struggle to manage its massive population. Analysis explores the legacy of the one-child policy and the urgent push for more babies. Read the full story.
5 Best TV Shows to Help Toddlers Sleep
Struggling with bedtime? Discover five calming shows, including a surprise David Attenborough pick, to help toddlers and preschoolers wind down for sleep. Perfect for UK parents.
Reviving Lesotho's Endangered siPhuthi Language
A remote valley in Lesotho is the last stronghold of siPhuthi, a language now officially recognised after a revival led by linguists and local activists. Discover the story of its survival.
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370 Academics Urge Minister to Honour Free Speech Pledge
Over 370 academics, including Nobel laureates, demand Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson implements promised free speech protections in UK universities, citing a 'cancel culture' crisis.
Government launches guide for parents complaining to schools
A new government-backed guide offers parents a five-step process for raising concerns with schools, aiming to reduce aggressive disputes and social media complaints. Learn the steps.
UK scraps foreign student target for overseas campus strategy
The UK government has scrapped its target for international student numbers, shifting focus to a new £40bn 'education exports' goal by expanding university hubs abroad. Discover the implications for UK higher education.
Teacher Charged with Sexual Abuse of Child Under 16
Emily Joy Wise, a former Jackson County teacher, faces 10-20 years in prison after her arrest for sexual abuse of a minor. The school district has fired her and is cooperating with police.
UK Government Consults on Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government launches a consultation on restricting social media for under-16s, following calls from Esther Ghey and others. Explore the debate and potential impact.
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UK Consults on Under-16s Social Media Ban
The UK government launches a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, inspired by Australia. Ministers will visit Canberra and seek public views. Read the full story.
Ministers launch consultation on social media ban for under-16s
The UK government launches a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, as pressure grows from bereaved families and peers. Read the latest on the proposed digital safety measures.
Body found by pupil at Wolverhampton school
An 11-year-old girl discovered a man's body during a PE lesson at Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton. The school was closed as police investigate. Read the full story.
163 Christians Kidnapped in Nigeria Church Attacks
Armed gangs stormed two churches in Nigeria's Kaduna State, kidnapping 163 worshippers. Read the latest on the escalating security crisis and the international response.
Queen Camilla stars in Beano comic to promote reading
Queen Camilla launched the National Year of Reading in Scotland, starring in a special Beano comic strip with Dennis the Menace. She declared comics and audiobooks count as reading.
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Brianna Ghey's mother urges PM to back social media ban
Esther Ghey, whose daughter was murdered in 2023, calls for a ban on social media for under-16s to protect children from online harms. Read her powerful plea to party leaders.
Camilla launches UK reading drive with Dennis the Menace
The Queen launched the first national year of reading since 2008 in Edinburgh, meeting schoolchildren and comic characters to tackle a literacy crisis. Discover how the campaign aims to reignite a passion for books.
Queen Camilla Appears in Beano Comic for Reading Campaign
Queen Camilla is featured in a Beano comic strip, championing the National Year of Reading. The royal, a lifelong fan, urged children that comics and audiobooks 'count' as reading.
Geometry Puzzles Solved: Are You Smarter Than These?
Dive into the solutions for three classic geometry puzzles, from tiling a grid to slicing pizzas. Test your logic and spatial reasoning skills with these mind-bending challenges.
Starmer Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s
PM Keir Starmer announces consultation on restricting social media for under-16s, including a potential blanket ban, following pressure from MPs and bereaved families.
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Teacher banned for dragging pupil across floor
Georgina Graham banned from teaching indefinitely after using 'inappropriate and excessive force' on two young children at Hunningley Primary School. Read the full report.
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