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School's All-Day Phone Ban Praised By Parents

A pioneering UK school has implemented a strict 'phone-free' policy, requiring students to surrender their devices from morning until home time to combat distraction and boost wellbeing, earning widespread praise from parents and experts.

Reform UK abandons grammar school pledge in major U-turn

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has performed a dramatic U-turn on its flagship grammar school policy, abandoning its pledge to build new selective schools just days after the election. The move signals a major strategic shift as the party transitions from

Labour proceeds with VAT on private school fees

Exclusive: The new Labour government is pushing forward with its manifesto pledge to add VAT to private school fees, a move that could reshape the UK's education landscape and spark fierce debate.

UK Schools Crippled by Wave of Ransomware Cyberattacks

Exclusive: A devastating wave of sophisticated cyberattacks is holding British schools hostage, disrupting exams and putting sensitive student data at risk. Experts warn of a growing national crisis in education cybersecurity.

Sharia Patrols Target Texas Neighbourhoods

Exclusive reports emerge from Texas of self-appointed 'Sharia patrols' attempting to enforce Islamic law by intimidating residents and demanding businesses stop selling alcohol and pork, raising serious concerns over religious coercion and public safety.

Tasmanian School Gardens Cultivate Student Success

Discover how a groundbreaking school garden programme in Tasmania is reaping a harvest of benefits, from improved student mental health and attendance to better academic engagement, by moving beyond simple horticulture.

School's 'Prison-Like' Regime Leaves Pupils in Tears

Outcry at Sheffield secondary school as new 'zero-tolerance' behaviour policy, including silent corridors and immediate detentions, leaves children distressed and parents furious. The drastic measures have been compared to a prison regime.

Satanic Burger Sparks Religious Freedom Court Battle

A South Carolina burger joint's satanic-themed menu item has ignited a fiery legal dispute, pitting religious expression against business regulations, with the state's Supreme Court now set to rule.

California Gov Vetoes Sikh Turban Bill for Police

Governor Gavin Newsom blocks landmark legislation that would have permitted Sikh law enforcement officers in California to serve while wearing turbans, citing uniform standards and safety concerns.

Ukraine severs Orthodox Church ties with Moscow

In a landmark decision with profound geopolitical ramifications, Ukraine's Orthodox Church has officially cut all ecclesiastical links with Moscow, signalling a final religious break from Russian influence following the invasion.

Quarter of English schools lack a physics teacher

Exclusive data reveals a deepening shortage of qualified physics teachers in England, with a quarter of secondary schools lacking a specialist, threatening the future of UK science and engineering.

70 UK Charities Probed Over Israel-Palestine Terror Links

A major investigation is underway into 70 UK charities suspected of offences linked to the Israel-Palestine conflict, including fraud, theft, inciting religious hatred, and supporting terrorism. Detectives are examining millions in funds.

Ex-Stripper: 17 Priests Paid Me £273K As Sugar Baby

A former stripper turned secret sugar baby alleges she received over a quarter of a million pounds from 17 Catholic priests before her arrest. The scandal rocks the church as police investigate financial misconduct and hypocrisy claims.

Quebec Passes Controversial Public Prayer Ban

The Canadian province of Quebec has passed a controversial new law, Bill 25, severely restricting public prayer in a move critics are calling a direct assault on religious liberties. The legislation has sparked immediate legal challenges and protests.

American Dream Mall sued over 'Sunday clothes' policy

New Jersey's colossal American Dream mall is embroiled in a lawsuit after employees were allegedly told to change out of 'Sunday clothes' to work on the Christian Sabbath, raising questions about religious discrimination and retail worker rights.

Amish Fight Ohio Over Buggy Symbols in Supreme Court

An Amish community in Ohio is challenging state orders to display bright orange safety symbols on their horse-drawn buggies, citing a violation of their deeply held religious beliefs. The case raises profound questions about religious freedom and state re

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