Gambling tax could rescue 75,000 children from poverty
Exclusive analysis reveals how redirecting gambling levy funds could transform lives amid Britain's growing poverty crisis, as benefit caps push families to breaking point.
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KCL student expelled over Greta Thunberg and Corbyn remarks
Usama Ghanem, a medical student at King's College London, has been removed from his course following offensive social media remarks about climate activist Greta Thunberg and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, sparking debate about free speech on campus.
Jess Phillips Reveals Shocking Child Poverty in Commons
Labour MP Jess Phillips delivers powerful testimony about childhood deprivation in Britain, challenging the government's record on poverty during debate on Dame Louise Casey's landmark report.
Labour resists 'big red button' solution to child poverty
Exclusive analysis reveals why the Labour government is resisting immediate welfare reforms that could lift nearly half a million children from poverty, opting instead for a cautious economic approach.
Student uses buffet tray to fight off knife attacker
A quick-thinking student used a silver buffet tray to fend off a knife attacker during a terrifying daylight robbery attempt in London, in a story of remarkable bravery and survival instincts.
Food Bank Crisis as Benefits Lapse Sparks Hunger Fears
UK food banks face unprecedented strain as vital government food assistance programmes expire, leaving vulnerable families struggling to afford basic essentials amid rising food costs.
UK med student denied US visa despite Chicago acceptance
Aspiring medic from Kent faces devastating US visa rejection after being accepted to prestigious Chicago medical school, leaving her future in limbo despite significant financial commitment.
Hygiene Poverty Crisis Grips UK Schools Amid Soaring Costs
Soaring living costs are pushing families into hygiene poverty, with schools across Britain now supplying basic toiletries and period products to struggling pupils.
Emilia Clarke joins child poverty campaign with MPs
Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke unites with MPs and charities in urgent call for government to reinstate legally-binding child poverty targets as crisis deepens across Britain.
Broken Britain: London Poverty Crisis Deepens
Shocking new data reveals how areas like Jaywick and London boroughs show escalating deprivation, food bank reliance, and child poverty amid Britain's growing inequality divide.
Britain's Poverty Paradox: Pensioners vs Children
New analysis reveals the stark political choice facing Britain: tackling pensioner poverty has come at the expense of children. Discover why our welfare system forces this impossible decision and what it means for the nation's future.
Child poverty crisis: 73 areas where most children face hardship
Shocking new data reveals the devastating scale of child poverty across England, with nearly all children in dozens of regions living in low-income households, raising urgent questions about government policy and social inequality.
Full abolition of two-child benefit cap essential to cut poverty
New research reveals partial reforms to the controversial two-child benefit limit won't significantly reduce poverty, with experts calling for complete abolition to protect vulnerable families.
Body found in search for missing student Lia Smith
The desperate search for 21-year-old university student Lia Smith has ended in tragedy after authorities discovered a body in rural Vermont. The Norwich University student vanished during a solo hiking trip, sparking massive search efforts.
Student died after ambulance GPS failed in Manchester
A promising Manchester student died after emergency services struggled to locate her due to GPS failure in the city centre, raising serious questions about ambulance service reliability.
Children overtake pensioners in UK poverty crisis
New analysis reveals a dramatic reversal in UK poverty trends, with children overtaking pensioners as the age group most likely to live in poverty. The triple lock's success for retirees contrasts sharply with growing child deprivation.
IFS: Child Poverty to Reach Record High in UK
New analysis reveals child poverty in Britain is projected to reach its highest level since records began, with nearly one in three children affected by 2028-29.
University Protests: Why We Must Listen to Students
As campus tensions escalate nationwide, The Guardian argues that dismissing student activism risks ignoring crucial voices shaping our political future. Discover why listening matters more than ever.
Students make £140k from campus vending machines
Two enterprising students turned their university halls into a thriving business empire, earning over £140,000 by installing vending machines selling snacks and essentials to fellow students during late-night cravings.
American student killed in London hit-and-run
Sara Burack, a 20-year-old American student on her year abroad, was killed in a devastating hit-and-run incident in London. The Metropolitan Police continue their hunt for the driver as the victim's family mourns their unimaginable loss.
University tuition fees to rise with inflation
UK universities given green light to increase tuition fees in line with inflation, sparking concerns about student debt and accessibility to higher education.
University tuition fees set for major increase to £9,700
Millions of students face financial strain as tuition fees are poised for their most significant increase since 2017, potentially reaching £9,700 annually amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Student's final message before fatal nightclub plunge revealed
Exclusive investigation into the mysterious death of 19-year-old British student Óscar Meléndez at a Spanish nightclub, as his final haunting words to friends emerge.
Students plunge from third-floor balcony in Leeds
Shocking incident at Leeds student accommodation as two young people fall from third-floor balcony during gathering. Emergency services rush to scene with air ambulance deployment.
University Balcony Collapse Injures Students at Party
Shocking incident at University of Cincinnati as second-floor balcony collapses during student gathering, leaving multiple injured and raising serious safety concerns about campus accommodation.
Students owe UK universities nearly £500m in hidden debts
Shocking new figures reveal UK students are drowning in nearly half a billion pounds of hidden debt to universities, with some institutions writing off millions in unpaid fees.
Indiana University Student Newspaper Faces Censorship Battle
The Indiana Daily Student faces administrative interference as university officials block publication of critical stories, sparking a fierce debate about press freedom on American campuses.
UK student's Taiwan earthquake terror: "I thought I'd die"
A British student studying in Taiwan recounts her harrowing experience during the recent 7.4 magnitude earthquake, trapped in a mountain tunnel fearing the worst as the ground shook violently around her.
Student Scam Epidemic: How Fraudsters Target UK Students
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated new scams targeting UK students for loans, accommodation deposits and fake scholarships. Learn the warning signs and protection strategies.
University cricket club suspended over torture initiation rituals
A prestigious university cricket society has been suspended following shocking allegations of brutal initiation ceremonies that included simulated torture and forcing a student's head into a toilet.
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