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Chinese families move to US for elite universities

Ambitious Chinese mothers are uprooting their lives and moving to America to bypass the ultra-competitive gaokao exam and boost their children's chances of attending top-tier universities like Stanford.

Native Language Programme Helps Alaska Flood Victims

An indigenous language immersion programme in Alaska provides crucial cultural continuity for children displaced by devastating flooding. Discover how this educational initiative supports recovery.

Study: Gen Z Finds Racist Slurs Most Offensive

New research reveals Gen Z ranks racist, sexist, and homophobic slurs as most offensive, while traditional swear words lose their sting. Discover how language taboos are shifting.

Francis Review: Rethinking Education for Uncertain Times

The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.

Why British kids sound increasingly American

New research reveals how American English is reshaping the vocabulary of UK children, with terms like 'trash', 'sidewalk', and 'candy' replacing traditional British equivalents in playground conversations.

Schools spend £540m on English language support

UK schools are allocating over half a billion pounds yearly to support pupils who don't speak English as their first language, with some areas seeing two-thirds of students requiring language assistance.

Chinese student applications to UK universities surge 81%

New UCAS data reveals Chinese student applications to UK universities have increased by over 80% since 2019, with Oxford and Cambridge experiencing particularly high demand as international competition intensifies.

Trump Plans Transgender Education Restrictions

The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to sex education, limiting transgender topics in schools and redefining 'sex' as biological. Critics warn of dangerous consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.

UK Homeschooling Surges 40% Post-Pandemic

New data reveals homeschooling in the UK has surged by over 40% since the pandemic, as parents cite concerns about bullying, mental health and educational quality.

Irish overtakes English as Galway's main language

The coastal city of Galway witnesses an unprecedented cultural transformation as Irish becomes the predominant language, marking a significant milestone in language preservation efforts.

Why Teaching Children Proper English Matters

An urgent call to preserve traditional English language and manners in an era of declining standards. Discover why teaching children to speak like gentlemen isn't elitist - it's essential for their future success.

AP replaces 'pregnant women' with 'pregnant people'

The Associated Press makes controversial changes to its influential style guide, replacing gender-specific terms like 'pregnant women' with inclusive language like 'pregnant people', sparking debate across media and political circles.

Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans

Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.

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.

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