College Reforms: A Mixed Bag for Further Education
The government's latest post-16 education reforms offer some promise but fall dangerously short on funding and long-term strategy for England's struggling further education colleges.
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University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona has rejected former President Donald Trump's 'American Dream' compact, joining a growing rebellion against what critics call politically motivated interference in higher education.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Major GCSE Shake-Up: 'Mickey Mouse' Courses Axed
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
Trump's 'special needs' education department plan criticised
Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting he'd rename the Department of Education to include 'special needs' terminology, drawing criticism from disability advocates and educators.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
Barron Trump's university choice sparks speculation
Former President Donald Trump's youngest son Barron is reportedly considering his university options, with New York University among potential choices as political attention turns to the Trump family's next generation.
Bridget Phillipson Appointed Education Secretary
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
SNP Education Secretary faces fire over misleading school stats
Scottish Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth faces mounting pressure after admitting to providing inaccurate statistics about school closures in Aberdeen, sparking opposition calls for greater transparency in government data.
MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand
The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.
Why UK vocational training needs more than money
New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.
Trump's Universities Compact Threatens UK Academic Freedom
Leading academics sound alarm over Trump's proposed agreement that could force UK universities to adopt 'patriotic' curricula and restrict critical teaching about America.
Northern Ireland pupils forced to school in Republic
Dozens of Northern Ireland pupils face unprecedented daily international commutes as Derry primary schools reach capacity, highlighting critical education infrastructure failures.
US Education Dept sent anti-Trump emails to Democrats
Exclusive investigation reveals the US Department of Education automatically distributed anti-Trump talking points to Democratic voters, raising serious questions about political neutrality in government communications.
Teacher exodus: 40% plan to quit within five years
Exclusive polling reveals nearly half of UK teachers plan to leave within five years amid workload pressures and government dissatisfaction, raising alarm bells for education sector.
Trump demands trade school grants restoration in Harvard speech
Former President Donald Trump demands restoration of trade school funding while blasting elite university endowments in explosive campaign address that could reshape UK skills policy.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Starmer's 50% university target echoes Blair education vision
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
Lords block controversial Terrorism Bill in major revolt
Peers and bishops unite to defeat government's Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill, demanding crucial safeguards for vulnerable individuals.
Family's shock as energy bill hits £15,000
A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.
Guardian 2025 Education University Rankings Revealed
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Education degrees. Discover which institutions excelled in teaching, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
Spelman President Condemns Trump's HBCU Comments
Beverly Daniel Tatum, president of the prestigious Spelman College, delivers powerful rebuke to Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Historically Black Colleges and Universities, defending their vital role in American education.
Teachers' fury over 'Nando's-style' school food ratings
The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.
Oliver: Trump's Education Plan 'Catastrophic' for UK Unis
Last Week Tonight's John Oliver delivers a blistering critique of Donald Trump's proposed reforms for UK universities, warning of a 'hostile takeover' of British higher education that could defund arts, hike fees, and import American-style campus culture
UK Universities Face Financial Collapse - Crisis Deepens
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Melania Trump's Awkward Grimace at Bill Gates Revealed
An exclusive look at the tense and awkward moments from the private White House tech dinner, where Melania Trump's visible discomfort and a frosty encounter with Bill Gates stole the show.
Harvard Faces Funding Cut Over Anti-Semitism Crisis
Billionaire hedge fund CEO and Harvard alumnus Bill Ackman joins former President Donald Trump in calling for a halt to federal funding for elite universities, accusing them of failing to protect Jewish students from rising anti-Semitism on campus.
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