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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.
Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history
Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.
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
FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'
A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of
AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts
A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.
Texas Schools Crisis: Catastrophic Flooding Forces Mass Evacuations
Emergency response underway as torrential rain and severe flooding devastate Texas schools, forcing closures and dramatic student evacuations. Critical infrastructure damage reported.
Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared
Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.
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.
Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited
A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.
Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst
Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.
FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims
In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov
Santorini Cliff Collapses Into Sea as Tourists Film in Horror
A massive landslide has devastated part of Santorini's coastline, sending a chunk of the island crashing into the sea as horrified tourists filmed. The catastrophic event, following months of earthquakes, has engulfed a village and raised serious safety c
A-Level Results: Record Uni Acceptances in 2024
New data reveals a surge in university acceptances as students receive their A-Level results, with record numbers securing their preferred courses despite rising competition.
NI students outperform UK in exam results again
Northern Ireland students have once again achieved higher A-Level and GCSE pass rates than their counterparts in England and Wales, continuing a long-standing trend.
NYC preschools charge $50k+ for early education
Discover the staggering tuition fees of New York City's most exclusive preschools and what parents are willing to pay for early education.
Private school shuts, hundreds of pupils affected
A leading private school has abruptly closed its doors, disrupting the education of hundreds of students and leaving parents scrambling for alternatives.
Phillipson targets school absence crisis
Newly appointed Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson pledges urgent action to address England's school attendance crisis, calling it a 'national priority'.
Phillipson announces UCAS application reforms
UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping changes to the UCAS university application system, aiming to streamline the process and reduce stress for students.
Australia’s international student numbers surge
Australia is experiencing a significant rise in international student enrolments, with numbers climbing steadily. Discover the factors behind this growth and what it means for the country’s education sector.
NYC preschools charge more than Harvard tuition
Discover the staggering costs of New York City's elite preschools, where tuition can rival Ivy League universities. Learn what parents get for their money and why demand remains high.
School violence crisis: Teachers face daily threats and assaults
A disturbing surge in violent incidents in UK schools has left teachers fearing for their safety, with assaults, threats, and abuse becoming alarmingly common.
Trump signs order overhauling university admissions
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a sweeping executive order targeting university admissions policies, sparking fierce debate over fairness and diversity in higher education.
South East teachers may strike over school funding
Headteachers in South East England warn of potential strikes as school budgets face severe strain, with the government accused of failing to address funding shortfalls.
Universities urged to accept students who missed grades
Leading universities are being pressured to accept students who narrowly missed their A-level grades, as UCAS data reveals a surge in appeals and clearing placements.
US universities see sharp fall in international students
New data reveals a worrying trend as US universities report a significant fall in international student enrolment for the upcoming semester. Experts weigh in on the causes and potential solutions.