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Special needs school funding crisis deepens

English councils face a staggering £1.5 billion deficit as special educational needs spending skyrockets, forcing difficult cuts to mainstream school funding and other vital services.

University AI funding frozen over diversity policies

Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.

Armed Police Lockdown at Moorebak High School

Moorebak High School in Manchester was plunged into a major security scare as police launched a frantic search for a potential armed individual. The school was placed on immediate lockdown, with pupils and staff sheltering in classrooms.

Court Upholds Trump Admin's UCLA Funding Cut

A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.

Atlanta High School Volleyball Blackface Sparks Outrage

A high school volleyball game in Atlanta has been marred by controversy after students from a rival school were pictured appearing to wear blackface, prompting a district-wide investigation and accusations of racism.

Heroic Pupil, 11, Expelled After Disarming Armed Classmate

An 11-year-old middle school student in New Mexico faces expulsion after heroically disarming a classmate who brought a loaded handgun to school. The boy's brave actions, which potentially averted a tragedy, have been met with a controversial zero-toleran

School's 'dangerous' water bottle ban leaves mum furious

A UK mother is outraged after her son's school implemented a ban on students carrying their own water bottles between lessons, citing 'spillage risks' and demanding they use a single, fixed location for hydration instead.

Ofsted 'Raid' on Private School Sparks Formal Complaint

Exclusive: The private Alfred Sutton Primary School in Reading faces backlash after an unannounced Ofsted inspection described as a 'raid'. Parents and staff condemn the 'aggressive' approach, citing severe stress and a flawed process.

Record 130 children suspended daily for drugs and smoking

Shocking new figures reveal an unprecedented surge in school suspensions and expulsions linked to substance abuse, with a record 130 children suspended in just one day. Experts warn of a growing behavioural crisis in England's classrooms.

School's Cheese Crackers Ban Sparks Mum's Outrage

A mother is left furious after her son's school implements a blanket ban on cheese crackers, citing severe allergies. The controversial policy has ignited a fierce debate on balancing safety with practicality in UK schools.

Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy

The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i

Ohio High School Football Hazing Scandal: Lawsuit Filed

Shocking allegations emerge as Ohio high school football players are sued for horrific hazing rituals, including sexualised assaults with a broomstick. The lawsuit reveals a culture of abuse and institutional failure.

Sydney School Lockdown: Armed Police Swarm St Philip Neri

Exclusive report: A prestigious Sydney Catholic school was plunged into a major security lockdown as armed police and multiple emergency vehicles swarmed the grounds, sending parents into a frenzy. Full details on the dramatic incident that shook the Nort

Assistant Principal Killed in Huddersfield School Shooting

A community is in mourning after a fatal shooting at North Huddersfield Trust School claimed the life of Assistant Principal Jamie Gorton. Police have launched a murder investigation following the shocking daylight attack.

7-Year-Old Handcuffed and Given Perp Walk Over Toy Gun

A Missouri mother demands justice after her seven-year-old son was handcuffed, subjected to a 'perp walk', and suspended from school for bringing a toy Nerf gun onto the playground. The shocking incident has sparked a national debate on police response in

Trump vows to slash diversity funding for HBCUs

Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to eliminate federal funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, a move that threatens crucial financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) if he wins a second t

NHS Rations Cancer Treatments Amid Budget Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals NHS cancer services facing devastating cuts, with pioneering treatments denied to patients due to severe financial constraints. Health bosses warn of a looming crisis in oncology care across Britain.

School's TV Prize Draw To Boost Pupil Attendance

A secondary school in the UK is sparking debate with an unconventional incentive: pupils with full attendance can enter a prize draw to win a 43-inch smart TV, aiming to tackle the national attendance crisis head-on.

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