Teacher arrested over alleged student sexting scandal
A respected Riverhead teacher faces serious charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student, sending shockwaves through the educational community.
Category : Education
Australia's Libraries: More Than Just Books
Australian public libraries are experiencing a remarkable renaissance, evolving from quiet book repositories into vibrant community hubs offering everything from digital literacy classes to warmth during cost-of-living crises.
Why UK Schools Are Banning The '67' Meme
Discover why UK schools are cracking down on the viral '67' meme and what this mysterious number really means in teen slang culture.
New Zealand Schools Shut as Severe Weather Wreaks Havoc
Dozens of schools across New Zealand's South Island remain closed as severe flooding and dangerous weather conditions continue to disrupt communities, with Christchurch and wider Canterbury region hardest hit.
University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona has rejected former President Donald Trump's 'American Dream' compact, joining a growing rebellion against what critics call politically motivated interference in higher education.
Sydney teacher charged over explicit student images scandal
A respected Sydney mathematics teacher faces serious criminal charges after allegedly soliciting and possessing inappropriate images of a student, sending shockwaves through the school community.
Oxford Union cancels Charlie Kirk event after protests
The prestigious Oxford Union has sparked controversy after abruptly cancelling a scheduled appearance by right-wing American commentator Charlie Kirk, following significant student opposition and security concerns.
Universities may raise fees under new performance rules
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces major policy shift allowing English universities to increase tuition fees above £9,250 if they demonstrate excellence in teaching quality and graduate outcomes.
University tuition fees to rise with inflation
UK universities given green light to increase tuition fees in line with inflation, sparking concerns about student debt and accessibility to higher education.
University fees may soar past £9,700 due to inflation
British undergraduates face significant tuition fee hikes as inflation threatens to push costs beyond £9,700, creating fresh financial barriers to higher education.
St Andrews freshers' foam frenzy for Raisin Monday tradition
St Andrews University's centuries-old Raisin Monday tradition saw first-year students engage in an epic shaving foam fight, turning the historic streets into a bubbly battleground of academic initiation.
University tuition fees set for major increase to £9,700
Millions of students face financial strain as tuition fees are poised for their most significant increase since 2017, potentially reaching £9,700 annually amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Oxford Union suspends confidence vote amid intimidation claims
The prestigious Oxford Union has abruptly suspended a confidence vote in its president, Charlie Mackintosh, following serious claims of intimidation against officials. The historic debating society faces internal crisis as allegations rock its leadership.
Government cracks down on 'Mickey Mouse' university degrees
Ministers plan radical crackdown on low-value university degrees that leave graduates with poor job prospects and mounting debt, as new data reveals shocking employment outcomes.
Modern Witch Hunts: Understanding Moral Panics
An exploration of how contemporary society creates modern witch hunts, examining the psychology behind moral panics and their impact on public discourse and individual lives.
Exam Time Allowances for Neurodivergent Students Scrutinised
New research reveals concerning disparities in how schools grant additional exam time to students with ADHD and autism, raising questions about educational equity across the UK.
Chris Whitty school COVID warnings spark inquiry calls
Newly uncovered evidence reveals Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty advocated for stricter school measures during pandemic, prompting calls for official investigation into government decision-making.
Student teaches herself Latin to honours level at St Andrews
Amy Fife, a remarkable student at the University of St Andrews, has achieved the extraordinary by teaching herself advanced Latin to honours level while pursuing her degree in ancient history.
University Application Blunders: 7 Essay Mistakes to Avoid
An elite admissions expert reveals the common pitfalls that derail university applications and shares the controversial topics students should immediately avoid in their personal statements.
Secret art collective shares gallery memberships
An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.
Schools stop questioning pupils to prevent anxiety
Controversial new teaching guidance suggests avoiding direct questioning of students to reduce classroom anxiety, raising concerns about academic standards and teacher authority.
Foster carers jailed 83 years in worst UK child abuse case
A depraved couple who ran a child abuse network from their home have been sentenced to 83 years in what police describe as 'the worst case of child abuse ever encountered'.
V-Levels: New vocational rivals to A-Levels
Discover how new advanced vocational qualifications are set to transform Britain's education landscape, offering students genuine alternatives to traditional A-Levels.
Study Reveals Alarming Confusion in University Advice
Groundbreaking research exposes widespread misinformation and contradictory guidance plaguing higher education institutions, with serious implications for student welfare and academic integrity.
American Jews' Deepening Divide Over Israel
A deep dive into the escalating conflict within American Jewish communities over Israel's policies, tracing its origins from historical alliances to today's bitter divisions.
Sydney Islamic School evacuated after bomb threat hoax
Malek Fahd Islamic School in Sydney's Greenacre was thrust into chaos as students and staff were evacuated following a chilling bomb threat, now confirmed as a malicious hoax by NSW Police.
Convicted paedophile worked in London school
Exclusive investigation reveals how a registered sex offender gained employment at a Westminster primary school, raising serious questions about child protection protocols and background check systems.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Government scraps mandatory GCSE resits in education overhaul
Ministers announce radical education overhaul replacing mandatory GCSE resits with practical qualification focusing on real-world skills for 16-19 year olds who didn't pass first time.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson unveils education reform agenda
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, targeting Tory failures and outlining Labour's vision for schools.
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