Parents fined £100k for unauthorised school absences
North Tyneside Council issued over 1,200 fines totalling £98,120 for unauthorised school absences in 14 months. Read how the government rejected calls for term-time holiday allowances.
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Parents fined £100k for kids' school absences
North Tyneside Council issued over 1,200 fines for unauthorised school absences, totalling £98,120. The government has rejected calls for 10 days of term-time holiday leave.
DWP issues 1,649 warnings over staff sickness absence
Nearly 1,650 DWP staff received formal warnings for exceeding sickness absence triggers, sparking criticism of Whitehall management and calls for tighter controls.
Man's revenge on stranger who parked in his driveway
A man has been praised for his clever revenge on a stranger who parked in his driveway without permission during a town parade. Discover how he taught the entitled driver a costly lesson.
Man's petty revenge on stranger who parked in his driveway
A man's clever retaliation against a stranger who parked in his driveway during the 1960s Rose Parade has gone viral. Discover the ingenious, wallet-hitting revenge that still resonates today.
Patient Sues Surgeon Over Unauthorised Knee Procedure
Jenna Frerichs, 34, trusted her surgeon of a decade. Now she's in constant pain after a routine knee operation went wrong, leading to a medical malpractice lawsuit and a fight for justice.
NHS 18-Illness School Absence Guide for Parents
The NHS has issued crucial advice to UK parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Get the full list and guidance here.
Activist arrested at Sydney Venezuela protest
Activist Drew Pavlou was detained for 40 minutes after counter-protesting at a Sydney rally against US military action in Venezuela. Police confirm the event was unauthorised.
DHS condemned for using artist's work without permission
The US Department of Homeland Security is under fire for using Japanese artist Hiroshi Nagai's artwork without permission to promote its deportation agenda. Read the full story.
Girls Injured in Unauthorised Sydney NYE Fireworks Display
Two young girls were hospitalised after an unauthorised New Year's Eve fireworks display in Sydney misfired into a crowd. Police made four arrests. Read the full report.
Illegal Traveller Sites Rise 20%, Sparking Political Row
Official figures reveal a sharp rise in caravans on unauthorised land, prompting demands for tougher action. Discover the data and the political battle over planning enforcement.
Sydney Council Closes Unauthorised Prayer Hall
A Sydney council has ordered the immediate closure of an unauthorised prayer hall linked to alleged Bondi attacker Navdeed Akram. Read the full story on the council's decisive action.
Man boards BA flight without ticket or passport at Heathrow
A man slipped onto a British Airways flight at Heathrow without documents, causing a three-hour delay. Discover how security was breached and the dramatic onboard response.
Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Paying Boy for Sex
Merseyside Police officer John Rigby pleads guilty to paying a vulnerable 16-17 year old boy for sex and accessing unauthorised data. Sentencing set for December 19. Read the full details.
Aldi's £3.50 School Uniform Bundle Returns in January
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Manchester school gives away TVs to improve attendance
A Manchester secondary school is tackling the post-pandemic attendance crisis with a unique rewards scheme, giving away TVs, bikes and vouchers. See how it's cutting absence rates.
Unauthorised Traveller Camp Sparks Fury in Birmingham Park
Residents in Birmingham are outraged as an unauthorised traveller encampment with over ten caravans remains in Perry Barr Park for over two weeks, with locals claiming the council has 'done nothing'. Read the full story.
Ofsted: 39,200 children missing from education is a scandal
Ofsted's chief inspector warns of an attendance 'scandal' as 39,200 children vanish from school rolls. The 20% rise sparks fears of future unemployment and crime. Read the full report.
Woman in court for walking wrong way on Tube escalator
Michaela Copeland, 32, pleads not guilty after allegedly walking against the intended direction on a TfL escalator in Greenwich. Her trial is set for April. Read the full story.
Cumbria school faces closure after Labour VAT hike
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
School swaps truancy fines for parent awareness courses
A North London primary school has dramatically improved attendance by replacing penalty notices with educational sessions for parents. Discover how this empathetic approach is transforming school absence.
Morgan Freeman slams unauthorised AI voice clones
Oscar-winner Morgan Freeman declares war on AI companies cloning his iconic voice without permission, revealing his lawyers are 'very, very busy' with cases.
School lockdown after pupil shows staff concerning phone image
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
Sydney Islamic School evacuated after bomb threat hoax
Malek Fahd Islamic School in Sydney's Greenacre was thrust into chaos as students and staff were evacuated following a chilling bomb threat, now confirmed as a malicious hoax by NSW Police.
Fox News host Pete Hegseth faces military disciplinary action
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth confronts potential military disciplinary action after practising law without proper authorisation while serving as a US Army Reserve officer, prompting intervention from the Army's Judge Advocate General.
Mississippi High School Shooting: Student Opens Fire
Terrifying scenes unfolded at Leland High School in Mississippi when a 15-year-old student allegedly opened fire in a school corridor, leaving one person injured and triggering mass panic among students and staff.
School's e-pass toilet system sparks student fury
A secondary school in Bury faces backlash after implementing a digital pass system limiting students' toilet breaks, raising concerns about health and privacy.
Surrey village faces sixth traveller camp invasion
The peaceful Surrey community of West Horsley faces unprecedented disruption as a sixth unauthorised traveller encampment arrives, prompting urgent council intervention and resident outrage over growing safety and environmental concerns.
Travellers outnumber locals in Surrey green belt occupation
Residents of a Surrey village face disruption as an unauthorised traveller encampment sees newcomers outnumber locals on protected green belt land, sparking council action and community concern.
Pittsburgh School Stabbing Sparks Lockdown Horror
A terrifying stabbing at a Pittsburgh secondary school forced pupils into lockdown as police launched a major operation to apprehend the suspect, leaving a community in shock.
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