Mozambique Villages Face Worsening Crisis as International Aid Cuts Bite
Mozambique's poorest villages struggle as international aid cuts deepen crisis, with community groups like ASMOG and VDOs stepping in to fill the gap.
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At least 14 dead after migrant boat collides with Greek coast guard off Chios
At least 14 migrants died when their speedboat collided with a Greek coast guard vessel off Chios; search ongoing for missing.
ChatGPT Study Mode Aims to Curb Academic Cheating
OpenAI's ChatGPT introduces study mode to guide students step-by-step, amid rising AI cheating in universities.
University Challenge Colour Question Leaves Contestants Stumped
A tricky University Challenge question about a colour's origin stumped both teams. The answer? Shocking pink, from a 1930s perfume by Elsa Schiaparelli.
Only Half of Pre-School Children Read to Daily, UK Study Finds
Only half of UK pre-school children are read to daily, a drop from 69% in five years, study warns.
Rotherham Child Sexual Abuse: Police 'Not Equipped' to Handle Scandal
IOPC report finds police failures in Rotherham child sexual abuse scandal, with systemic problems and 1,400 victims identified.
Family Forced to Pay for Bullet That Killed Son During Iran Protests
An Iranian family says they were forced to pay for the bullet that killed their son during a protest crackdown.
Israeli forces fire tear gas at Palestinian schoolchildren in West Bank sit-in
Israeli forces fired tear gas at Palestinian children holding a sit-in after settlers blocked their school access in the West Bank.
Teachers Banned for Abuse at Ashdown House Boarding School
Teachers at Ashdown House school banned after revelations of historical abuse including beatings and humiliation under headmaster Billy Williamson.
Lunar New Year 2026: Year of the Horse Brings Symbolism and Celebrations
Lunar New Year 2026 is the Year of the Horse, symbolising freedom and vitality. Celebrations include dragons, fireworks, and red envelopes.
Israeli Strikes on Yemeni Capital Kill Six in Retaliation for Houthi Attacks
Israeli air strikes on Sanaa kill six and injure 86 in retaliation for Houthi missile attacks. Houthis vow continued support for Palestinians in Gaza.
Panda Diplomacy Ends as Japan’s Last Giant Pandas Return to China
Japan's last giant pandas leave as China-Japan tensions over Taiwan put an end to decades of panda diplomacy.
UN Chief Warns of Imminent Financial Collapse Without Action on Dues
UN chief Guterres warns of imminent financial collapse unless member states pay dues or rules are overhauled, as US owes billions.
Government Issues Screen Time Warning for Under-Fives
UK government advises under-fives to have max one hour of screen time daily, with stricter limits for under-twos.
Headteacher Banned for School Credit Card Misuse
Headteacher Jo Shuter misused public funds for parties, flowers, and hotel meetings; police probe fraud allegations.
Meningitis Outbreak at Kent Schools and University Claims Two Lives, 11 Hospitalised
Meningitis outbreak at University of Kent and three schools kills two, with 11 hospitalised. Antibiotics distributed, exams moved online.
Strong Likelihood of Imminent Famine in Northern Gaza, Food Experts Warn
Global food security experts warn of imminent famine in northern Gaza, urging immediate action to avert catastrophe as Israel continues siege.
Education crisis: both boys and girls face pressures, warns Children's Commissioner
Debate on boys' education crisis overlooks girls' mental health and school pressures. Commissioner warns against pitting genders against each other.
Jesse Jackson: The Bridge Between King and Obama Dies at 84
Jesse Jackson, influential civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate, dies at 84. He bridged the eras of Martin Luther King and Barack Obama.
Schools Issue Urgent Warning as Deadly 'Chroming' Trend Spreads Among Teens
A Welsh school warns parents about the deadly 'chroming' trend where teens inhale household chemicals, causing severe health risks and deaths.
Are We Really Prisoners of Geography? The Return of Geopolitical Thinking
A look at how geography still influences global affairs, from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the rise of border walls and the revival of geopolitical theories.
Swedish Senior University Sees Record Membership Among Over-55s
Swedish Senioruniversitet reports record membership among retirees, offering lectures and courses to keep minds alert and combat loneliness.
'Lives at stake' as Sierra Leone almost entirely axed from UK aid budget
UK cuts £35m Sierra Leone maternal health grant, reducing to £1m by 2027. Critics say transparency lacking.
Children's Quiz Asks: Why Are Red Apples Sweet and Green Apples Sour?
Molly Oldfield's children's quiz questions why red apples are sweet and green apples sour, inviting kids to submit their own brainteasers.
Venezuelan rights group says only 16 verified releases under amnesty law
Foro Penal says only 16 verified releases under Venezuela's amnesty law, far below government claims of hundreds. Red Cross to monitor.
UK faces loss of generation of scientists as physics cuts loom
More than 500 researchers warn UK will lose a generation of scientists after significant cuts to physics projects and research facilities.
Fears A-level grade crackdown could harm pupils’ mental health
Teachers worry that a crackdown on A-level grade inflation will harm pupils' mental health, with predictions of a 10% drop in top grades.
Teacher who texted pupil 'do you have a boyfriend?' avoids ban
John Taylor, a teacher at City of London Academy in Islington, sent inappropriate messages to pupils including 'do you have a boyfriend?' but will not be banned from teaching.
Indonesia school collapse death toll reaches 54 as search for missing students continues
Death toll rises to 54 in Indonesia boarding school collapse; 14 still missing; police allege illegal construction without permit.
Pupils to Receive Advance Notice of Exam Topics and Aid Sheets in Covid Compensation Package
England announces advance notice of GCSE and A-level topics, exam aids, and contingency papers to mitigate Covid-19 disruption to learning.
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