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.
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Scottish Government escalates school defects battle to Supreme Court
The Scottish Government escalates its legal fight against construction giants over defective schools, seeking Supreme Court intervention in a £3 billion dispute affecting multiple Scottish councils.
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.
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.
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.
GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
Starmer's Bold Education Overhaul Pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a groundbreaking 'mission' to overhaul England's education system, targeting Tory failures and pledging to break down class barriers with a new government directive.
GCSE Resits Crisis: Beyond Admitting Failure
The Guardian's editorial calls for radical reform of England's broken GCSE resit system, arguing that acknowledging its failure is merely the first step toward meaningful change for thousands of students.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
White working-class pupils 'failed' by system, says Keegan
Gillian Keegan delivers a stark warning as new data shows white working-class children have the lowest attainment rates in England, branding the situation a 'real injustice' that must be urgently addressed.
T-Level Troubles: UK's Technical Education Reform Faces Critical Challenges
An in-depth investigation reveals the alarming gaps in the UK's flagship T-Level qualifications. Despite being touted as the gold standard for technical education, students and employers report critical shortcomings in maths, English, and essential skills
Illinois Launches Free LGBTQ+ Legal Defence Hotline
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
Trump Budget Slashes Billions from Public School Funding
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
Sudan's 'Battle of the Board': New Fighting Erupts in Khartoum
EXCLUSIVE: Fierce new battles have erupted in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, described as the 'Battle of the Board'. The Sudanese Army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are locked in a deadly struggle for control, plunging the nation deeper into a devastatin
Trump attacks Murdoch over age and Epstein in WSJ feud
Former President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on media mogul Rupert Murdoch, citing his age and alleged connections to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, amid ongoing legal battles involving The Wall Street Journal.
Laurence Fox loses appeal over 'paedophiles' social media post
Actor-turned-activist Laurence Fox has lost his appeal against a High Court ruling over a controversial social media post. Here's the full story behind the legal battle.
Forest and Palace in legal battle over Europa spot
Nottingham Forest has assembled a legal team to challenge Crystal Palace's appeal for a Europa League place, as UEFA's multi-club ownership rules spark a high-stakes courtroom showdown.
Small businesses sue Trump over 'crippling' tariffs
A coalition of small businesses has launched a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, claiming his trade tariffs have caused severe financial harm. The case could set a precedent for future trade policies.
Laurence Fox loses appeal over defamatory tweet
Actor and political activist Laurence Fox has lost his High Court appeal after being sued for defamation over a tweet labelling two men as 'paedophiles'. The court upheld the ruling, ordering Fox to pay £180,000 in damages.
Patrick Mahomes Sr. seeks DWI probation
Patrick Mahomes Sr., father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, is seeking probation following his DWI arrest. Get the latest updates on this high-profile case.
Caregiver Accused of Abusing Sick Mother in Shocking Case
A mother's hope for care in her illness turned into a nightmare as her daughter faces shocking abuse allegations. Read the full story of betrayal and legal battles.
Prince Harry's diary could spark legal battle
Explosive revelations from Prince Harry's private diaries may lead to a high-stakes court clash as the Duke of Sussex fights to keep personal details out of government hands.
Daughter sues parents over unpaid 22-year work
A family feud erupts as a daughter takes legal action against her parents, claiming she worked unpaid for 22 years in their real estate business after being promised a share of the family home.
Homeowner faces jail over garden 'monstrosity'
A man fears prison after being kicked out of his home for defying council orders to remove a controversial garden structure. Read the full story.
Maxwell lawyer demands DOJ release Epstein interview
Ghislaine Maxwell's legal team urges the DOJ to disclose Jeffrey Epstein's 2006 interview, alleging prosecutorial misconduct in her high-profile sex trafficking case.
Rebel Wilson sued again over song release dispute
Rebel Wilson is embroiled in another legal battle as producers accuse her of breaching contracts by releasing a song without approval. The lawsuit claims 'rogue' actions and demands compensation.
McGregor in legal battle over Riverdance incident
MMA star Conor McGregor is embroiled in a legal battle after an alleged altercation during a Riverdance performance in Dublin, as the Irish High Court reviews the case.
Neighbour stole my land in sneaky plot – my fightback
A homeowner reveals how their neighbour secretly annexed part of their garden and the legal battle that followed to reclaim the stolen land.
Hulk Hogan's Sex Tape Scandal: Shocking Details
Explosive revelations about Hulk Hogan's infamous sex tape scandal, the legal fallout, and how it impacted his career and personal life.
Rebel Wilson sued by 'Deb' co-star over defamation claims
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson is embroiled in a lawsuit filed by her former 'Deb' co-star, who claims the actress made damaging statements about her in interviews.
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