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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'.

Teen charged with murder after school stabbing

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing at Rudolf Steiner School in Newcastle during a Chinese exchange programme. The victim, another teenager, tragically lost his life in the incident.

Tax-Free Back-to-School Shopping Sweeps US

American families can enjoy significant savings during the annual tax-free weekends as states slash prices on school essentials. Discover which items are discounted and where.

Summer-born children face school delay battles

Parents of summer-born children are struggling to secure delayed school starts as councils enforce strict admission rules, despite government guidance advocating flexibility.

Michigan school shooter gets life without parole

Ethan Crumbley, the teenager who killed four students in a Michigan school shooting, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. The judge rejected arguments that his troubled upbringing should spare him a life sentence.

Tennessee schools ban doctor's notes for absences

A Tennessee school district has sparked debate by banning doctor's notes for student absences. Critics argue it undermines health concerns, while officials claim it reduces administrative burdens.

Dad moves kids 200 miles to escape toxic school

A desperate father relocates his children 200 miles away from their home to protect them from a 'toxic' school environment, sparking debate over parental rights and school accountability.

Whitehall sick leave surges under Starmer

Sick leave among Whitehall civil servants has surged dramatically, with new data revealing a sharp rise in absences since Keir Starmer took office. Experts warn of a growing crisis in public sector health and productivity.

Girl, 6, locked in school for hours in safety lapse

A six-year-old girl was left trapped inside her primary school for hours after staff failed to notice her during dismissal. Her distressed parents demand answers over the shocking safety lapse.

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