Monash University Ends Woodside Energy Partnership
Monash University ends $43m partnership with Woodside Energy after staff and student protests, citing alignment with ESG values.
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Schoolboy, 12, Dies in Tragic Squid Game Prank Accident
A 12-year-old boy died after a Squid Game prank went wrong, an inquest heard. Sebastian Cizman was found unresponsive at his home in Castleford.
Body of Missing Chicago Teacher Found in Lake Michigan After 10-Day Search
Body of missing Chicago teacher Linda Brown found in Lake Michigan after 10-day search. Police investigation ongoing.
Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez to Step Down After Turbulent Year
Astrid Tuminez, Utah Valley University president, resigns after husband's death and Charlie Kirk's campus assassination, citing personal grief and political pressures.
Teachers End Strike at Haydon Bridge High School After Leadership Change
Industrial action at Haydon Bridge High School has been called off after a new leadership team was appointed, following concerns over pupil behaviour and a poor Ofsted report.
Durham High School Closes After 142 Years, 281 Pupils Affected
Durham High School, a private school in the North East, closes after 142 years with 281 pupils affected. The school will enter administration at the end of the academic year.
Australia to close loophole in working with children checks after states agree reforms
Australia's states and territories agree to reform working with children checks by end of 2025 to close loophole allowing abusers to work across jurisdictions.
Urgent Review Launched After More Than 100 Care Leavers Die in England
Over 100 care leavers died in England in the past year, prompting an urgent government review into support failures.
TikTok's 'Dark and Exploitative' Child Beauty Videos: Toddlers as Young as Two Featured in Skincare
Guardian investigation finds children as young as two in TikTok skincare videos, raising exploitation and safety concerns.
Iran Protests Intensify as Supreme Leader Vows Crackdown
New protests in Iran as supreme leader vows crackdown; at least 51 killed, internet blackout continues.
Alex Jones Bans Smartphones at Home Over Child Safety Concerns
The One Show's Alex Jones bans smartphones at home after a talk on child safety, calling it her biggest worry.
Mothers Warn of Risks After Taking Children Abroad
UK cases of parents abducting their own children abroad have doubled since 2005, leaving families in turmoil and children caught in custody battles.
Girl, 12, Dies After Brutal 100 Sit-Up Punishment for Lateness
12-year-old Kajal Gond dies in India after teacher forces 100 sit-ups for lateness, sparking outrage and demands for justice.
Anne Frank Stepsister and Auschwitz Survivor Eva Schloss Dies Aged 96
Eva Schloss, Anne Frank's stepsister and Auschwitz survivor, dies aged 96; King Charles leads tributes.
Head Teacher Banned for Sexual Comments to Female Staff
Former head teacher Paul Scott banned for sexual comments to female colleagues at Arboretum Primary School in Derby.
Expert's Three-Word Advice for Mum of August-Born School Starter
Expert gives three-word advice to mum worried about her August-born child starting school with older peers.
Saudi Arabia Quietly Expands Alcohol Sales to Wealthy Foreign Residents
Saudi Arabia quietly expands alcohol sales to wealthy non-Muslim foreign residents in Riyadh, marking a major policy shift after a 73-year ban.
Manchester Teacher Jailed for Grooming Two Schoolboys
Rebecca Joynes, 30, jailed for six-and-a-half years for grooming two schoolboys from age 15, including one whose child she later bore.
Hundreds of UK Schools Closed as Storm Goretti Brings Snow and Ice
Hundreds of UK schools closed as Storm Goretti brings snow, ice, and travel disruption. Met Office warnings remain in place.
Families of Idaho Murder Victims Sue Washington State University Over Ignored Warnings
Families of four University of Idaho students murdered by Bryan Kohberger sue Washington State University for ignoring warning signs.
Khaleda Zia, First Female Bangladesh Prime Minister, Dies Aged 80
Khaleda Zia, first female Bangladesh PM and key rival of Sheikh Hasina, dies aged 80. Her death marks the end of a political era.
Cambridge College Urged to Drop 'Immoral' Private School Recruitment Drive
Trinity Hall, Cambridge faces backlash over policy to recruit from elite private schools, criticised by Alastair Campbell and social mobility charities.
Sydney Childcare Worker Pleads Guilty to Producing Child Abuse Material
Former police officer David William James pleads guilty to producing child abuse material at Sydney childcare centres, involving children as young as four.
Tesco Sales Slump Reflects Shift in Consumer Shopping Habits
Tesco sales slump as consumers shift to online shopping and convenience stores, reflecting a broader change in retail habits.
Sesame Street Finds New Home on Netflix After Decades of Turmoil
Sesame Street, the iconic children's programme, launches on Netflix after decades of funding battles and UK broadcasting gaps, offering a new global platform.
'Jimmy Savile Mark II': How Teacher Iain Wares Abused Boys Across Schools for Decades
Iain Wares, dubbed 'Jimmy Savile mark II', abused boys at multiple Scottish schools for decades. The Scottish child abuse inquiry hears how he evaded justice.
University degree now a 'visa' not 'passport' to social mobility, says King's vice-chancellor
King's College London vice-chancellor says UK degree no longer guarantees social mobility, now a 'visa' not 'passport', citing surplus graduates and stagnant pay.
Hundreds of Schools Closed as Storm Goretti Batters UK
Storm Goretti causes school closures, travel chaos, and power outages across UK; fresh snow and ice warnings issued.
Newcastle Quartet to Return Early for Pre-Season After World Cup
Four Newcastle United World Cup players will return to pre-season training earlier than expected after their teams were eliminated in the round of 32, boosting Eddie Howe's preparations.
British Teen Among Final Victims of Swiss Ski Resort Fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, educated in Hertfordshire, is missing after a deadly fire at a Swiss ski resort bar that killed 40 people.
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