UK Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Scheme
The UK government has secured a deal to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme from January 2027. We want to hear from prospective participants and past alumni.
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UK Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Scheme in 2027
Britain will re-enter the EU's Erasmus+ programme in 2027, securing a 30% discount on fees. The move promises international opportunities for up to 100,000 students and marks a key step in Starmer's Brexit reset.
Ancient Egyptian Sun Temple Discovered Near Cairo
Italian archaeologists have unearthed a vast 4,500-year-old Egyptian temple dedicated to sun god Ra, featuring a roof for astronomical observation. Explore the stunning find.
Anti-rights groups fill void after USAID cuts
Deep cuts to US foreign aid have created a vacuum, allowing ultra-conservative groups to reshape global health policy with potentially deadly consequences for women and girls. Explore the new landscape.
Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
UK Students Rejoin Erasmus+ in 2025 After Brexit Gap
British students can apply for the EU's Erasmus+ programme again from 2025, marking a major return to the exchange scheme after the post-Brexit withdrawal. Discover the new terms and how to apply.
Teacher 'kicks off' after school lottery syndicate wins big
A primary school lottery syndicate won £1m on EuroMillions, but a generous offer to a colleague who missed out turned sour. Discover the pitfalls of workplace syndicates and how to avoid them.
UK to pay £570m for Erasmus student scheme return
Britain agrees to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ programme for £570m, marking a significant post-Brexit shift. Discover the details and political implications.
Frankie Bridge's son diagnosed with dyslexia
Loose Women star Frankie Bridge tearfully shares her son Carter's dyslexia diagnosis and the 'battle' to get him support after he refused to attend school. Read her emotional journey.
U.S. Aid Cuts Devastate Rohingya Children in Camps
Deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid have closed schools in Rohingya camps, forcing children into labour and early marriage. See the full impact.
US Aid Cuts Lead to Exploitation of Rohingya Children
Severe US aid cuts have closed schools in Rohingya camps, leading to a surge in child marriage, labour, and trafficking. Thousands of children are now at risk.
Aid cuts lead to child marriage & labour in Rohingya camps
Severe US aid cuts have forced school closures in Bangladesh's Rohingya camps, leading to a sharp rise in child marriage, labour, and kidnappings. Read the AP's investigation.
University Loneliness Crisis: 70% in Halls Feel Isolated
A shocking new poll shows over two-thirds of UK students in university halls feel lonely, citing costs and phone reliance. Discover the findings and one student's story.
Survivor Alum Demands Change After Brown University Shooting
Eva Erickson, a Brown University PhD student and Survivor alum, speaks out after a campus shooting left two dead and nine injured. She calls for urgent national action on gun violence.
Damning Review Slams Arts Council England's Funding Strategy
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
Stephen Fry launches campaign to boost reading for pleasure
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
Reform: Use Empty Churches for SEND Schools
Reform UK's Richard Tice calls for redundant churches to become local SEND schools, cutting costly taxi journeys and challenging private equity profits. Read his full plan.
UK to Rejoin EU Erasmus Scheme from 2027
The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme in January 2027, following a breakthrough in negotiations. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for British students.
Michigan Policy: Coach Fired, Staffer Stays After Affair
A university policy introduced after a prior scandal clarifies why football coach Sherrone Moore was dismissed while the staffer he allegedly had an affair with keeps her job. Discover the details.
Swansea TA drove under influence after school
A Swansea teaching assistant was caught driving under the influence of cocaine, cannabis and alcohol less than two hours after finishing work. Discover the full story and the professional consequences she now faces.
UK to Rejoin Erasmus Student Exchange Programme
Exclusive: The UK government has finalised a deal to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ scheme from January 2027, marking a major post-Brexit shift. Discover what this means for British students.
Margaret Hodge's radical plan to reform Arts Council England
Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for a bonfire of red tape at Arts Council England and a revival of regional arts boards in a major new report. Discover the key recommendations.
Writers withdraw from Hay Festival over Machado invite
At least three writers pull out of Hay Festival Cartagena in protest at Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's invitation. Discover the controversy over her political stance.
Richard Tice apologises for SEND comments at Reform presser
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice attempted to apologise for remarks about disabled children, but descended into incoherence. Full coverage of the press conference and party contradictions.
Search for missing Colorado schoolgirls Eva and Neillily
Elbert School cancels classes after two 13-year-old girls vanish during a basketball game. A major search operation involving drones and canine units is underway. Authorities urge public to check security footage.
Arts funding protected from politics, says Hodge report
A landmark review calls for an independent body to oversee arts funding in England, aiming to remove political influence. Discover the key recommendations and what they mean for UK culture.
Australia fast-tracks response to antisemitism envoy report
The Australian government is accelerating its response to a landmark report on antisemitism following the Bondi Junction attack. Discover the key recommendations and the urgent policy changes being considered.
Teacher's 'unwanted gifts' TikTok divides parents
A teacher's viral TikTok listing three Christmas presents she'd rather not receive from pupils has ignited a fierce debate, with some branding her 'ungrateful'. Discover the full story and the divided reaction.
Amanda Owen: Son 'Feels Cheated' Over Homeschooling Choice
Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen opens up about her parenting choices, revealing son Reuben's feelings and how she tailors education for her nine children. Read her candid interview.
2025: A Devastating Year for Global Women's Rights
A review of five critical moments in 2025 that dismantled global healthcare for women and girls, from USAID cuts to a revived 'global gag rule'. Explore the devastating human cost.
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