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MP reveals abuse at National Youth Theatre

Labour MP Chris Bryant opens up about past abuse during his time at the National Youth Theatre, sparking calls for accountability and reform in youth arts organisations.

Australia's humanities degree crisis explained

Australian universities face growing pressure to defund humanities courses, risking the erosion of vital critical thinking skills. Experts warn of long-term consequences for society.

Sylvia Young School faces financial crisis

London's iconic Sylvia Young Theatre School, known for launching stars like Amy Winehouse and Rita Ora, is battling financial difficulties that threaten its future.

UK urged to fund £3m cancer vaccine trials

Charities and experts are calling on the UK government to allocate £3 million for pioneering cancer vaccine trials, which could revolutionise treatment and save thousands of lives.

Grief Takes Flight in Porter Stage Adaptation

The stage adaptation of Max Porter's 'Grief is the Thing with Feathers' delivers a raw, poetic exploration of loss, now captivating audiences at Sydney's Belvoir St Theatre.

Bank tax may fund free school meals for all primary pupils

A proposed tax on UK banks could generate £4 billion annually, potentially covering the cost of free school meals for all primary pupils in England. Experts debate the economic and social impacts of this bold policy.

Trump slashes gun violence prevention funds

Former President Donald Trump has reportedly cut funding for gun violence prevention programmes in New York and Washington, sparking outrage among advocates.

Nurses reject 'inadequate' pay rise offer

Nurses in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland have voted overwhelmingly to reject the latest pay rise proposal, calling it insufficient amid rising living costs.

Australian Parliament clashes over Gaza, education reforms

Tensions flared in Australia's Parliament as Question Time saw heated debates on Gaza, university funding, and childcare reforms. Key figures including PM Albanese and Opposition's Sussan Ley clashed over policy directions.

BMA accuses government of failing NHS patients

The British Medical Association accuses the government of failing the NHS, as health secretary Wes Streeting faces mounting pressure over funding and staffing shortages.

Queensland fears return to segregated education

Families in Queensland worry that children with disabilities, like Violet, may be pushed out of mainstream schools due to funding cuts, reviving fears of educational segregation.

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