59 Councils Face Bankruptcy Over £18bn SEND Crisis
Shocking report reveals dozens of councils could collapse overnight under spiralling SEND costs. Government urged to act as system heads toward 'total collapse'.
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SEND system faces collapse as demand surges
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils predicting £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reform needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
Global Briefing: Air Crisis, War Fears, New Species
From India's toxic air health emergency to new species in Uganda. Stay informed on the world's top stories this Friday. Read the full global news briefing now.
East Riding School in Lockdown After False Alarm
Howden School in East Yorkshire entered lockdown with students barricading classrooms. Authorities confirmed a false alarm. Read the latest updates on this breaking story.
ADL's Antisemitism Project Sparks Academic Freedom Row
The ADL faces criticism for its Antisemitism Nexus Project targeting academic critics of Israel. Learn how this impacts free speech and academic discourse in the UK.
Mum's 6 strict rules shaped academic success
A woman reveals how her mother's six strict childhood rules, once deemed 'unfair', forged her academic success and critical thinking skills. Discover the full story.
Huntsman spider found in school bananas in Cambridgeshire
A giant huntsman spider was discovered in a box of bananas at a school in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire. The spider travelled over 3,000 miles from the Ivory Coast. Discover the full story and public reaction.
Sara Cox on school bullying and her marathon challenge
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox reveals how horrific school bullying inspired her 135-mile run for Children in Need, raising over £5 million to help vulnerable children.
UCL reports academic to police for antisemitic lecture
A former UCL academic has been reported to police and banned from campus after delivering a lecture containing antisemitic tropes, including a 'blood libel' about Jews. Read the full story.
Lost Medieval City Found Under Kyrgyzstan Lake
Archaeologists uncover submerged Silk Road settlement beneath Lake Issyk-Kul, revealing medieval Muslim city destroyed by 15th century earthquake.
Alex Jones bans smartphones at home over child safety
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
Eviction's toll on children's schooling revealed
An Atlanta mother's year-long struggle shows how eviction disrupts schooling. Federal laws offer protection, but families often miss out. Discover the impact on education.
School ceiling collapse injures two children
An eight-year-old boy was rushed to hospital with a concussion after a ceiling collapsed at his elementary school. Read the full story of the terrifying incident and the school's response.
New Zealand Makes Māori History Compulsory in Schools
New Zealand's education system undergoes historic transformation as Māori history becomes compulsory in national curriculum. Discover the groundbreaking changes shaping Aotearoa's future.
Staff arrested after girl filmed in school toilets
A school staff member in Bolton has been arrested after a 10-year-old girl was allegedly filmed in the toilets. The mother describes a 'massive safeguarding failure'. Read the latest.
ACT Schools Shut Over Asbestos in Craft Sand
Multiple ACT schools abruptly closed after chrysotile asbestos was found in decorative sand. A national recall is in effect. Learn how to safely dispose of affected products.
Boy injured after school ceiling collapses in California
An eight-year-old boy was hospitalised with a concussion after an outdoor amphitheater ceiling collapsed at his elementary school. Read the full story on the incident and the school's response.
Sudoku 7105: The Ultimate Hard Puzzle Challenge
Tackle the notoriously difficult Sudoku 7105 from The Guardian. Discover strategies and tips to conquer this brain-teasing number puzzle. Can you solve it?
ACT Schools Close After Asbestos Found in Sand
Multiple ACT schools closed after asbestos detected in coloured sand products. Health alert issued as authorities investigate contaminated materials. Stay informed about school safety.
Sara Sharif: Systemic Failures Led to Girl's Death
A safeguarding review reveals how authorities missed multiple chances to save ten-year-old Sara Sharif from her abusive father and stepmother. Read the full investigation into this tragic case.
Common Pronunciation Mistakes Brits Make
Are you saying Moët and Nike correctly? Discover 20 common pronunciation pitfalls and learn the right way to say them, according to linguistic experts.
Texas School Abuse Scandal: Coach's Son Accused
Caleb Elliott faces multiple charges for alleged abuse of teenage boys at a Texas school, with lawsuits accusing his father, a celebrated coach, of a cover-up. Discover the full story.
Teenager with knife tasered at Sydney high school
Terrified students barricaded in classrooms after a 15-year-old armed with a large knife sparked a major police response at North Sydney Boys High School. Read the full details.
College Athletic Director Shot on Oakland Campus
Laney College's Athletic Director, John Beam, was shot on campus, prompting a lockdown. The campus is now closed. Follow for the latest updates on this developing story.
Sara Sharif: System failures led to girl's torture death
A damning report reveals how fear of causing offence led to multiple missed opportunities to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture and murder. Urgent child protection reforms demanded.
Melania Trump unveils new foster care initiative
First Lady Melania Trump unveils 'Fostering the Future', a new initiative boosting career and education for foster youth. President Trump signs executive order. Join the effort.
School dinners waste £850k, council takes action
Highland Council is tackling £850,000 in annual school meal waste. An action plan follows a survey where 41% of pupils rarely finish their food. Discover the changes planned.
Afghanistan buckles under pressure of mass returns
A UN report reveals 90% of families in high-return areas of Afghanistan face hunger, debt, or selling belongings. Urgent action is needed to prevent a deeper crisis.
Professor Sues University Over Israel Comments
Tenured law professor Ramsi Woodcock sues University of Kentucky after being banned from campus over controversial Israel statements. Case tests free speech boundaries in academia.
PSNI Engages With Presbyterian Church Over Safeguarding
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland admits serious safeguarding failings from 2009-2022 after a child sex offence conviction. PSNI confirms engagement as church leadership steps down.
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