Government launches plan to tackle misogyny in schools
The UK government has unveiled a new strategy to combat misogyny in English schools. Discover the key measures and what they mean for students and educators.
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Stoppard's 20-Year School Shakespeare Legacy
Discover how Sir Tom Stoppard created a free abridged 'Merchant of Venice' for schools after a No. 10 event, a gift performed by thousands of children for over two decades.
All English secondary schools to teach healthy relationships
The government announces a new strategy, including mandatory lessons and teacher training, to tackle misogyny and halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Sunday Times 2026 School Rankings: Top in Every Region
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
London Schools Lead UK Rankings in 2026 Guide
London and South East schools top The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Queen Elizabeth's School named best state secondary. Discover the full rankings and regional winners.
UK's Best Secondary Schools 2026 Rankings Published
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals the UK's top-performing state and private schools. Find out which schools topped the national and regional rankings for GCSE and A-Level results.
Australia's 2025 NAPLAN Results: Top Schools Revealed
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting Australia's highest-achieving schools. Discover the key trends and what the data reveals about student progress and educational equity.
Ryder vs Paltrow: The 'Shakespeare in Love' Feud
The inside story of how Gwyneth Paltrow's Oscar win for Shakespeare in Love destroyed her friendship with Winona Ryder over alleged role 'stealing'. Discover the full timeline of their Hollywood feud.
School leaders urge Labour to reject total phone ban
Private school leaders call for nuance over a blanket mobile phone ban in schools, arguing for community-specific policies and digital education. Read their full stance.
Herefordshire stands in for Shakespeare's Stratford in Hamnet
Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
Mirren & McKellen Launch New Shakespeare Curriculum
Oscar-winner Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen champion a free RSC curriculum set to transform how Shakespeare is taught in UK secondary schools. Discover how it works.
Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
Harewood & Jones Star in Groundbreaking Othello
Two of Britain's finest actors, David Harewood and Toby Jones, deliver breathtaking performances in a revolutionary new production of Othello that's redefining Shakespeare for modern audiences.
Toby Jones shines as Iago in stunning Othello revival
A stunning new production of Shakespeare's Othello captivates audiences with Toby Jones's chilling portrayal of Iago and David Harewood's commanding return as the Moor of Venice.
Othello Review: Bristol's Frantic Shakespeare Interpretation
Patrick Marmion's review reveals a modern Othello racing through Shakespeare's tragedy at breakneck speed, with compelling performances battling against relentless pacing at Theatre Royal Bristol.
David Harewood's Othello stuns London in radical new production
David Harewood delivers a powerhouse performance as Othello alongside Toby Jones's revelatory Iago in a modern-dress production that redefines Shakespeare's tragedy for contemporary audiences.
California School Crisis: Sex, Drugs and Violence Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals California schools in meltdown with rampant drug use, explicit sexual behaviour and daily violence creating 'Lord of the Flies' environment for students and teachers.
Florida schools with Sharia links got taxpayer vouchers
Exclusive investigation reveals Florida schools with alleged ties to Islamic law receiving millions in taxpayer vouchers, sparking political firestorm and raising questions about education funding oversight.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
Lula deploys military to combat gang violence in Rio schools
Brazil's President launches dramatic military intervention in Rio de Janeiro schools to combat drug gang influence and restore safety for students and teachers.
Sean Bean critiques method acting techniques
Sheffield-born actor Sean Bean voices strong opinions against method acting, praising Daniel Day-Lewis while questioning extreme preparation techniques in modern theatre.
Mobile phones banned in English schools in education overhaul
Bridget Phillipson announces immediate ban on mobile phones in English schools and ambitious teacher recruitment targets in her first major speech as Education Secretary.
David Macfarlane: Visionary Theatre Designer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of David Macfarlane, the acclaimed production designer whose revolutionary work shaped iconic British theatre productions and films for over four decades.
Kamehameha Schools sued over Native Hawaiian admission policy
A federal lawsuit challenges the century-old admission practices at Hawaii's prestigious Kamehameha Schools, alleging discrimination against non-Native Hawaiian students in what could become a landmark education rights case.
David Harewood: Othello role is dangerous for Black actors
Acclaimed actor David Harewood opens up about the emotional trauma of playing Othello and why he believes the role requires careful consideration for Black performers.
Isolation Rooms: 1 in 12 secondary pupils removed weekly
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
RSC's Macbeth: A Blood-Soaked Masterpiece
The Royal Shakespeare Company's radical new production starring Luke Norris and Amaka Okafor delivers a Macbeth for our troubled times, blending brutal modernity with timeless themes of ambition and power.
Reeves unveils £2bn school repair fund for crumbling buildings
Labour's Shadow Chancellor announces massive investment plan to fix England's crumbling schools, targeting roofs, heating systems and structural repairs in urgent overhaul.
We, Caliban: Jeyasingh's stunning dance reimagining of The Tempest
Acclaimed choreographer Shobana Jeyasingh presents a breathtaking new interpretation of The Tempest at York Theatre Royal, exploring themes of colonialism and power through mesmerising contemporary dance.
Shakespeare's daughter's historic home damaged in security breach
Hall's Croft, the exquisite Grade I-listed Stratford-upon-Avon residence where William Shakespeare's daughter Susanna lived, has suffered significant damage following a concerning security breach at the neighbouring historic school.
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