Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
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Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Parents Embrace the Pause from Kids' Extracurricular Treadmill
As the school year ends, families are rediscovering the bliss of empty calendars. Discover why the relentless schedule of kids' activities needs a summer break.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
Child dead in Moscow school stabbing and pepper spray attack
A teenager has been detained by special forces after a fatal knife and pepper spray attack at a Moscow school. One child was killed and three people injured. Read the latest.
Aldi's £3.50 School Uniform Bundle Returns in January
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Northern Ireland school closes over roof safety concerns
Nazareth House Primary in Londonderry shuts for urgent roof repairs. Education Authority warns of a £800m maintenance backlog across NI schools, risking further closures.
School hires guard after alleged assault on child
A Queensland primary school has hired a security guard after a six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted outside the campus. Police confirm the child and woman were known to each other.
Cumbria school faces closure after Labour VAT hike
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety
A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.
Melbourne school stabbing: 8-year-old boy attacked
An eight-year-old boy was brutally stabbed at a primary school in Melbourne. Police are questioning an 11-year-old. Follow for live updates.
Boy, 11, questioned over school stabbing in Melbourne
An 11-year-old boy has been questioned by police after an alleged stabbing at Brentwood Park Primary School that left an eight-year-old with non-life-threatening injuries.
Tynemouth school closes over critical threat
Kings Priory School in Tynemouth closed suddenly on 24th November 2025 due to a potential critical threat. Police are investigating malicious communications. Follow for live updates.
Boy injured after school ceiling collapses in California
An eight-year-old boy was hospitalised with a concussion after an outdoor amphitheater ceiling collapsed at his elementary school. Read the full story on the incident and the school's response.
Teenager with knife tasered at Sydney high school
Terrified students barricaded in classrooms after a 15-year-old armed with a large knife sparked a major police response at North Sydney Boys High School. Read the full details.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Florida teen shot dead after school hallway bump
A 15-year-old high school student has been fatally shot by a classmate following an accidental hallway bump in a shocking incident that has left a Florida community in mourning and raised urgent questions about school safety.
Armed police rush school after bomb threat - teen arrested
Armed police and bomb disposal units rushed to a Westminster secondary school after a chilling bomb threat prompted mass evacuation. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the hoax call that caused widespread panic.
School lockdown after pupil shows staff concerning phone image
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
Manchester primary school lockdown after police discovery
A Manchester primary school was plunged into lockdown after police discovered a suspicious item on school grounds, prompting a major emergency response and road closures.
Headteachers threaten strikes over Ofsted report cards
England's headteachers are considering unprecedented strike action as they declare war on Ofsted's controversial new 'one-word' grading system, warning it could devastate staff mental health and school standards.
Llanelli school closes over concrete safety crisis
Dafen CP School in Llanelli becomes latest victim of RAAC concrete scandal as emergency closure leaves parents scrambling for alternatives amid safety fears.
Nashville shooter targeted school for Christian ties
Exclusive investigation reveals Audrey Hale specifically targeted The Covenant School for its Christian affiliation, with police confirming the shooting was calculated and premeditated.
Teen hero stops armed intruder at school dance
An 18-year-old student became an unexpected hero when he confronted and disarmed a gunman who opened fire at his school's homecoming dance in Pennsylvania.
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