Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
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UK cracks down on foreign student visas
The Home Office reveals tough new measures targeting international students, including banning dependants and raising financial requirements in major immigration overhaul.
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.
Schools in Critical Funding Crisis, Warns Education Secretary
Bridget Phillipson reveals alarming state of school finances as Labour government inherits 'broken' education system, with urgent reforms planned to address crumbling infrastructure and teacher shortages.
Labour plans AI-focused curriculum overhaul for schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical proposals to transform UK education, prioritising AI literacy and essential skills over outdated knowledge.
Parents get legal right to see sex education materials
The government is planning significant changes to relationship and sex education in schools, giving parents greater transparency and control over controversial curriculum content.
Branson's £500m plan to revive Ashford ghost terminal
Virgin founder Richard Branson proposes ambitious £500 million transformation of Ashford's abandoned international terminal into thriving business and transport hub, creating thousands of jobs.
UK university human rights research angers Chinese students
A British university's human rights research initiative has triggered a formal complaint from Chinese students, raising concerns about academic freedom and international relations.
Australian kindergartens offer non-binary pronouns
Australian education department introduces radical new guidelines encouraging preschool children to explore non-binary pronouns, sparking heated debate among parents and educators.
DeSantis blocks H-1B visa sponsorship at Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
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.
University assignment shock reveals education system flaws
An international student paying thousands for Australian university education received a disturbing assignment about sexual violence, raising serious questions about academic standards and student wellbeing.
Gaza War: The Urgent Need for International Justice
As the Gaza conflict continues, mounting evidence of potential war crimes underscores the urgent need for international accountability through tribunals and ceasefire enforcement.
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.
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.
Miss Panama breaks barriers as Grand International finalist
María Candelaria De León makes history as first Panamanian finalist in prestigious international beauty competition during UK visit, championing diversity and cultural representation.
ICJ: Israel's Gaza blockade illegal, must allow aid
The International Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling declaring Israel's blockade of Gaza a breach of international law and ordering immediate humanitarian aid access to the besieged territory.
Family seeks £180k 'English gentleman' tutor for boy
A wealthy family is offering an unprecedented £180,000 salary for a full-time tutor to transform their 11-year-old son into a 'modern-day English gentleman' through intensive classical education.
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at UN court
In a landmark legal move, South Africa brings Israel before the UN's top court alleging genocide in Gaza, while Israel prepares a robust defence against what it calls 'blood libel' accusations.
College Reforms: A Mixed Bag for Further Education
The government's latest post-16 education reforms offer some promise but fall dangerously short on funding and long-term strategy for England's struggling further education colleges.
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.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Major GCSE Shake-Up: 'Mickey Mouse' Courses Axed
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
International Football Calendar Shake-Up Explained
FIFA's controversial decision to prioritise Italy's crucial World Cup qualifier over USMNT friendlies sparks debate about football's international calendar and fixture congestion.
Visa rules block foreign students from English A-Levels
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict visa requirements are preventing foreign students from studying English language at A-Level, creating an unexpected barrier for non-native speakers.
Sydney University denied international student increase
The University of Sydney's request to admit more international students next year has been denied by the Australian government, dealing a significant blow to university finances and international education strategy.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
MPs: Gaza students blocked from bringing children to UK
Cross-party MPs call on the government to address the visa crisis preventing Gaza students from bringing their children to the UK, highlighting devastating family separations and broken promises.
Bridget Phillipson Appointed Education Secretary
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
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