Brits Back Student Loan Write-Offs as Threshold Freeze Criticised
New polling reveals nearly half of Britons support government writing off student debt, as Martin Lewis criticises Rachel Reeves' freeze on repayment thresholds.
New polling reveals nearly half of Britons support government writing off student debt, as Martin Lewis criticises Rachel Reeves' freeze on repayment thresholds.
Queen Camilla has officially opened a new primary school library in London as part of the Libraries for Primaries campaign, which aims to establish a library in every UK primary school within three years.
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he will implement a nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools to protect pupils and teachers, removing pressure from head teachers.
A curated selection of global photographs captures moments from Sri Lanka's independence parade to Ukrainian drone strikes, highlighting diverse events worldwide on Wednesday.
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The Palenqueras of Cartagena, a historic Black community in Colombia, preserve unique African traditions through music, language, and vibrant cultural practices.
Queen Camilla visited a primary school in Camden to open the 2000th Coronation Library, promoting literacy while the Royal Family faces ongoing challenges.
A 62-year-old supply teacher has been indefinitely banned from teaching after admitting to creating an OnlyFans account and appearing in explicit videos under the name 'granny schoolteacher'.
Gunmen have slaughtered at least 162 people in Woro village, Kwara state, marking one of Nigeria's deadliest recent attacks amid escalating security crises.
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RecommendedA 61-year-old primary school teacher has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after colleagues discovered her involvement in explicit online content under the alias 'granny schoolteacher'.
A 62-year-old supply teacher has been indefinitely banned from the profession after admitting to creating an explicit OnlyFans account under the name 'granny schoolteacher'.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, has reportedly been shot dead by masked assailants at his home, according to Libyan officials.
Money expert Martin Lewis criticises Chancellor Rachel Reeves' freeze on student loan repayment thresholds as 'not moral', while Reeves defends it as fair for economic stability.
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has reportedly gone into hiding following escalating tensions and a public feud with Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of President Yoweri Museveni.
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An official Eurobarometer survey reveals overwhelming support among EU citizens for more unified, ambitious leadership to tackle security threats, economic pressures, and climate instability.
The Universities of Greenwich and Kent have merged to form the UK's inaugural 'super-university,' set to become the third-largest higher education institution, with operations starting in August 2026.
A 'very serious incident' has been declared at De Montfort University in Leicester, with police launching an immediate investigation and support offered to affected students and staff.
Valentyna and Valerii Klochkov, married 33 years, were hunted down by Russian drones as they fled Hrabovske. Their bodies remain unrecovered in the snow, symbolising civilian suffering.
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RecommendedHospital officials report Israeli fire killed 17 Palestinians, mostly women and children, while Israel says militant gunfire injured a soldier, straining the fragile ceasefire.
The universities of Greenwich and Kent have received formal approval to merge into the UK's first 'super-university', creating the third-largest higher education institution in the country.
A new report highlights the persistent issue of child marriage in India, driven by family vulnerability and economic pressures, threatening girls' rights and development.
The UN Security Council has strongly condemned recent militant attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan province that killed over 50 people, mostly civilians, as security forces continue operations.
A summary of the latest news from Australia on Wednesday, covering key events, political updates, and significant stories making headlines across the nation.
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RecommendedSaif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed by armed assailants at his residence in northwestern Libya, according to family sources and political associates.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed by masked assailants at his residence in Zintan. His political team confirms the 'cowardly assassination'.
Bangladesh's Hindu community faces escalating attacks amid rising political tensions ahead of the February 12 national election, with human rights groups documenting thousands of incidents since 2024.
The closure of Essex University's Southend campus due to falling international student numbers impacts 800 students and the local economy, symbolising a setback for a 'left behind' seaside city.
Seif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, has been assassinated by masked gunmen at his home in Zintan, according to officials and his political team.
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