Apprentice Star Insists Dubai Safer Than UK Despite Drone Attacks
Luisa Zissman says Dubai still safer than UK despite missile strikes, as she shelters in basement with family.
Category : Education
Why Is the Little Finger Called a Pinkie? Kids' Quiz Unveils Fun Facts
Kids' quiz explains why the little finger is called a pinkie and how many lions are left, with questions from children.
Literacy Crisis: Readers Propose Solutions
Readers respond to reports that disadvantaged white pupils leave primary school without reading fluency, urging intensive intervention in year 7 and a focus on relationships and inclusion.
UK Teacher Stranded in Kuwait Amid Iran War Describes Terror
British teacher stranded in Kuwait describes terror of Iran war, with explosions and fear gripping the region.
University Lecturer Drowned Saving Son from Sea, Inquest Concludes
Dr James Lincoln, 45, drowned saving his six-year-old son from an estuary in Gwynedd on 5 August, an inquest concluded.
UNRWA Chief Warns of Humanitarian Collapse After Funding Freeze
UN warns funding freeze for UNRWA could collapse Gaza's humanitarian system after allegations of staff involvement in 7 October attacks.
British Tourist Among 20 Charged in Dubai Over Iranian Missile Strike Videos
British tourist among 20 charged in UAE for sharing videos of Iranian missile strikes, facing up to 2 years in prison and deportation.
Parents of Summer-Born Children Face ‘Unfair’ Postcode Lottery in School Admissions
Parents of summer-born children face varying success in delaying school entry, with some councils rejecting over half of requests, sparking calls for consistency.
Teacher Banned for Lying About Cambridge Degree and Age
Teacher Nicholas Martin banned for lying about Cambridge degree, age, and magistrate status; fabricated documents and misled school.
Sudan Hospital Drone Strike Kills 64, Wounds 89 in Darfur
WHO reports 64 killed, 89 wounded in drone strike on El-Daein hospital in East Darfur, Sudan. Children and medical personnel among victims.
Gaza's Heritage Salvaged from Ruins After Israeli Offensive
Palestinians assess damage to Gaza's cultural heritage after Israeli offensive, with historic sites like the Great Omari Mosque in ruins.
Venezuelan Activists Rally for Freedom Amid Political Shift
Venezuelan activists rally for freedom after Maduro's downfall, enjoying greater freedom of expression despite regime still in power.
India's AI Summit Seeks Third Global Pole in US-China Race
India's AI summit concludes with a declaration to democratise AI, positioning the country as a third pole in the global AI race between the US and China.
Jill Halfpenny Honoured by Northumbria University
Geordie actress Jill Halfpenny and cricketer Mark Wood are among 14 inspirational figures receiving honorary degrees from Northumbria University at its summer graduation ceremonies in July 2026.
Remove Hard Water Stains with White Vinegar Hack
A woman shares a simple cleaning hack using white vinegar to remove hard water stains from taps and sinks, leaving them gleaming in minutes.
Cutting Language Courses Will Be a Costly Mistake
Experts warn that cutting university language courses harms the economy, social mobility, and the UK's global standing, costing 3.5% of GDP annually.
Yellow Dog Gear Signals 'Do Not Approach' Warns Expert
A dog safety expert warns that yellow accessories on dogs signal a 'do not approach' need for space, urging parents to teach children to always ask permission before petting.
College Students Win Plumbing Apprentice Awards
Blake Lockhart won the renewable technologies title at the Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition, with Aiden Docherty taking third place, showcasing low-carbon skills.
Scottish Water's Generation H2O Reaches 112,000 Pupils
Scottish Water's Generation H2O programme has reached 112,000 pupils in over 1,000 schools, aiming to be in half of all schools by next year, teaching water conservation.
Longbenton High Scraps Two-Week October Break Despite Parent Support
Longbenton High School in North Tyneside abandons plans for a two-week October half-term after feeder primary schools raise concerns about misaligned calendars and childcare issues.
Jakarta Named World's Largest City, Surpassing Tokyo After 25 Years
Jakarta becomes world's largest city with 42m people, surpassing Tokyo. Faces challenges like congestion, pollution, and flooding.
Brent School Horror: Blood on Windows After Double Stabbing
Two boys, 13 and 12, stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Brent; 13-year-old arrested on suspicion of attempted murder; counter-terrorism officers investigate.
North Korean workers in Russia allowed only one shower a year
North Korean workers in Russia endure abusive conditions, including only one shower per year, cramped containers, and 16-hour shifts for $10 a month.
Georgia Could Become First State to Require Weapons Detection in All Public Schools
Georgia may become first US state to require weapons detection in all public schools, following a 2024 school shooting. Bill nears passage amid debate on cost and efficacy.
School Suspends 200 Pupils in Three Weeks Under New Behaviour Policy
Over 200 pupils suspended in three weeks at a Merseyside academy under new strict behaviour rules, sparking debate among parents.
Families Search Unmarked Graves After Kabul Hospital Strike On Eid
Families search unmarked graves after Pakistan airstrike on Kabul rehab centre kills hundreds on Eid.
Vatican Excommunicates All Members of Ultra-Conservative Rebel Group SSPX
Vatican excommunicates all SSPX members after unauthorised bishop ordinations, marking first crisis for Pope Leo.
Iran Conducting Near-Daily Prisoner Executions in Secrecy, Say Rights Groups
Iran executes at least 24 prisoners since March in secrecy; families harassed, bodies withheld, rights groups report.
Dubai Influencers Clash Online Amid Middle East Conflict
Dubai influencers feud online after missile strikes, with some criticised for tone-deaf posts and others accused of using the crisis for views.
Jeremy Hunt Warns of 'Overdiagnosis' of Mental Health Conditions in Children
Jeremy Hunt warns young people are overdiagnosed with mental health conditions, calling for reform of Send system and disability benefits.
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