Rachel Reeves slams 'shambolic' ONS economic data
Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a blistering attack on the Office for National Statistics, criticising its 'shambolic' GDP figures and demanding a major review to restore trust in UK economic data.
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Fired US Statistician: Trump 'Dangerous' for Data Integrity
Ex-Bureau of Labor Statistics chief Erika McEntarfer breaks her silence, alleging political pressure and data manipulation under the Trump administration. She warns his return would be 'dangerous' for US economic integrity.
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.
Trump's Dangerous War on US Statistics and Data
An alarming analysis reveals how Donald Trump's systematic assault on US federal statistics corrupts policymaking, endangers the economy, and weakens America's standing on the world stage, drawing parallels to authoritarian regimes.
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
University of Michigan severs Florida ties over DEI policies
The University of Michigan has terminated multiple partnerships with Florida state institutions, citing 'deep concerns' over restrictive DEI legislation. This major academic boycott signals growing institutional resistance to policies limiting diversity i
University Apologises for Misusing Funds on Trump Event
George Mason University issues a formal apology after a US Department of Education investigation uncovers the institution improperly used federal funds for an event with then-President Donald Trump.
School Racism Suspensions Double, Involve 4-Year-Olds
Exclusive Department for Education data reveals a dramatic doubling of racist behaviour suspensions in UK schools, with incidents involving pupils as young as four years old. Experts warn of a deepening societal crisis.
Australian Universities' International Student Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's top universities have become perilously dependent on international student fees, creating a financial 'house of cards' that risks collapse amid changing migration policies and global competition.
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.
School uniform costs crisis hits UK families
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering financial burden of mandatory school uniforms on British families, with branded items costing up to 300% more than supermarket alternatives.
Saving American Universities: A Radical Blueprint
Exclusive investigation reveals the existential threats facing US higher education and the bold, controversial reforms needed to save it from financial collapse and irrelevance.
Australian Universities Slash Hundreds of Jobs and Courses
Major Australian universities are cutting hundreds of academic jobs and dozens of courses amid financial pressures and government funding reforms, sparking protests and concerns about the future of higher education.
Trump's Colorado Speech Attacks 'Woke' Education
Former President Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm in Colorado, launching a vehement attack on 'woke ideology' in education and vowing to cut federal funding to schools teaching critical race theory. His controversial rally remarks have drawn sharp con
Grandfather, 72, Passes GCSE Maths After 50 Years
Inspiring pensioner John Hobbs proves it's never too late to learn, achieving a Grade 5 in GCSE Maths after dedicating his retirement to studying.
US Sex Education: Shocking Disparities Exposed in Report
A new report reveals a dangerous patchwork of sex education laws across the US, with many states failing to mandate crucial topics like consent and STI prevention, leaving millions of young people vulnerable.
School uniform hygiene poverty crisis hits UK children
Exclusive investigation reveals how hygiene poverty forces UK children to wear unclean uniforms, impacting mental health and attendance. Teachers report alarming rise in cases.
Generative AI Forces Radical Overhaul of UK Exam System
Leading education experts demand urgent reform of GCSEs and A-levels, arguing generative AI like ChatGPT has made current exam formats unfit for purpose. Discover the proposed changes to preserve academic integrity.
GCSE Results 2024: Top Grades Dip as Normality Returns
The 2024 GCSE results are in, revealing a significant drop in top grades as grading returns to pre-pandemic standards. Discover the national trends, subject performances, and reactions from education leaders.
UK Students Protest Trump's 'Patriotic Education' Bill
A new bill proposed by Donald Trump, which seeks to mandate 'patriotic education' and restrict foreign funding for US universities, has ignited a firestorm of protest among British students and academics, who condemn it as an attack on academic freedom an
GCSE Results Show Widening North-South Education Divide
Exclusive analysis of GCSE results reveals a deepening regional attainment gap in England, with London pupils surging ahead while disadvantaged areas in the North and Midlands fall further behind.
School Uniforms Fail as 'Great Leveller' Amid Holiday Costs
Exclusive investigation reveals how pricey term-time holidays are forcing a rethink of school uniforms as the 'great leveller'. Discover the hidden costs impacting British families.
US Schools in 17 States Enforce Strict Mobile Phone Bans
A sweeping new wave of mobile phone restrictions is hitting US schools as students return, with 17 states implementing policies to curb classroom distractions and boost focus.
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