New York law requires hairdressers to learn all hair types
As of 1 September, New York state requires cosmetology students to be trained to work with all hair types, from kinkiest to straightest.
Category : Education
Manor Park Nursery praised by inspectors for happy children
HM Inspectors of Education rated Manor Park Nursery's curriculum as good and wellbeing, inclusion and equality as very good, finding children happy, kind and friendly.
Manosphere drives school misogyny as boys shun girls
Teenage boys influenced by the manosphere are refusing to mix with girls in class and ignoring female teachers, charity founders report, as misogynistic abuse in schools rises.
Mum feels like single parent as husband always at work
A full-time mum of three says her husband's business is established but he's still never home, leaving her exhausted and feeling like a single parent.
Monty Don's simple September rule for a thicker, greener lawn
Monty Don says raking thin patches in September helps lawns recover, germinate seed quickly, and look greener by autumn.
Summer screen time surge hits children's vocabulary
New research shows 74% of children increased screen time over summer, while only 14% read daily, sparking vocabulary concerns.
School term dates 2026/27 for five Merseyside boroughs
Millions of children return to school this week. Here are the 2026/27 term dates for Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens councils.
Vicky Pattison to tackle 250-mile Newcastle to London charity challenge
Vicky Pattison will run, cycle and kayak 250 miles from Newcastle to London for Global's Make Some Noise, starting October 5.
Everton U-turn on Armstrong sale criticised after Bournemouth display
Everton's decision to accept a bid for Harrison Armstrong and then reverse it after fan backlash is criticised, with the teenager praised for his performance at Bournemouth.
Air fryer sausages juicier with 1 simple step before cooking
Air-frying sausages at 180°C for 10-15 minutes yields crispy, juicy results. Piercing them first helps drain excess fat. This method needs no oil and has 40 five-star ratings.
School changes: uniform cap, free meals, phone ban and allergy law
From September, schools in England face new rules on uniforms, free school meals, mobile phones and allergy safety, including Benedict's Law.
Children Walking to School Alone: Law Explained for 2026 Term
There is no legal minimum age for walking to school alone in the UK. Parents should use their judgement, follow school rules, and consider safety factors before deciding.
French High Schools Begin Phone Ban
France's high schools will ban mobile phones starting this September, fulfilling a key Macron campaign promise. The measure affects all students up to age 15 and aims to reduce screen time.
School uniform 'rule of three' comes into force in England
From September 1, 2026, state-funded schools in England can require a maximum of three branded uniform items, saving some families up to £50 per child.
Sagitta's Arrow Shape Easy to Spot in Dark Skies
Sagitta, the Arrow, is a small but distinctive constellation best seen in dark skies, with its arrow shape making it easy to identify.
Boy, 10, walks all 42 SPFL stadiums in memory of late mum
Jacob McDonald, 10, from Dundee, is walking round all 42 SPFL stadiums to raise funds for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust after his mum Vivienne died of the condition when he was 18 months old.
GMB urges North Tyneside to bring school meals back in-house
The GMB has urged North Tyneside Council to restart its school meals service after a national report found most English secondary school menus breach health standards.
Online Exploitation: Warning Signs for Parents
Parents are urged to spot warning signs of online exploitation in children, as experts highlight sadistic abuse tactics and grooming patterns.
Council-shut Wirral library set to reopen after four years
Irby Library, closed since 2022, will reopen next spring after Wirral Council handed it to charity Pioneer People, which plans a mixed-use space with a second-hand shop.
3-Ingredient Scones: Perfect in 15 Minutes
Homemade scones need just three ingredients—self-raising flour, thickened cream, and chilled lemonade—and bake perfectly in 15 minutes at 200C.
Disabled driver urges councils to widen London parking bays
A disabled driver has called on councils to widen parking bays after a motorist parked directly behind her van in London, leaving her unable to get inside her vehicle.
Liverpool teacher's 'inappropriate' emails with pupil probed
A Liverpool maths teacher exchanged 204 'inappropriate' and 'excessive' emails with a pupil, but was not banned from teaching by the TRA.
Three-quarters of secondary schools break healthy food rules
A Bite Back study of nearly 400 state secondaries found 76% served junk food too often, breaking school food standards, with crisps and chocolate sold in many.
Calls for parent guidance as children fear social media ban isolation
Teachers and experts urge support for families as Childline receives calls from children worried they will struggle to stay connected with friends after the under-16s social media ban.
Exeter Uni accommodation shortage: students offered deferral
The University of Exeter has offered some students the option to defer their places until 2027 due to a shortage of student accommodation in the city.
Dolly Parton's Rotherham visit: first Imagination Library baby recalls
Emma Jarman, the first baby in Rotherham to receive an Imagination Library book from Dolly Parton in 2007, is now 18 and heading to university, as the scheme has since given 6.3m books across the UK.
Everton Women 2026-27 Preview: New Manager, New Attack
Everton begin the 2026-27 WSL season under new manager Scott Phelan with a favourable early fixture list and a rebuilt attack featuring Holly McNamara.
5 Exclusive UK Schools Archie and Lilibet Could Attend
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are enrolled in a UK school after returning from the US. Here are five exclusive Cotswolds private schools they might attend.
Prince George's Eton Place: No Special Treatment, Insider Says
Prince George will start at Eton College in September, having sat the same entrance exam as every other applicant, with no special treatment, a source told Vanity Fair.
Cambuslang and Rutherglen groups in line for £2,570 grants
Four community groups in Cambuslang and Rutherglen are recommended for grants totalling £2,570, with final decisions due at a committee meeting on September 2.
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