Chile bans mobile phones in classrooms from 2026
Chile joins France and China in banning smartphones from schools to boost learning and wellbeing. Education Minister hails 'cultural change'. Read the full story.
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Northern Ireland school closes over roof safety concerns
Nazareth House Primary in Londonderry shuts for urgent roof repairs. Education Authority warns of a £800m maintenance backlog across NI schools, risking further closures.
Nursery worker admits filming sexual abuse of children
Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to 26 charges, including sexually assaulting girls as young as two at a north London nursery. He filmed his crimes for 'comedic effect'. Read the full report.
Four Deadly Social Media Trends Parents Must Know
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Sahel conflict sends herders fleeing to coastal cities
Deadly violence in the Sahel region is stripping cattle herders of their livelihoods, forcing thousands to migrate to cities like Abidjan. Discover the human impact of this escalating crisis.
School hires guard after alleged assault on child
A Queensland primary school has hired a security guard after a six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted outside the campus. Police confirm the child and woman were known to each other.
Teacher's alleged knife attack on school principal over contract
A Melbourne teacher allegedly launched a frenzied knife attack on his principal after his contract wasn't renewed. Read the shocking court details of the school stabbing.
Teacher charged over stabbing of school principal
A 37-year-old teacher has been charged after allegedly stabbing a school principal in Melbourne. The victim, Aaron Sykes, has been released from hospital. Read the latest on this shocking school incident.
Dozens of FEMA Workers Placed on Leave by Trump Administration
The Trump administration has placed over 40 FEMA employees on administrative leave, raising concerns over politicisation of the disaster agency. Read the full investigation.
Pope Leo XIV reveals his immediate reaction to election
Pope Leo XIV shares his first thoughts after becoming Pontiff and outlines future travel plans, including a focus on interfaith dialogue in Africa. Read the full exclusive.
Guardian launches new 'Building Power' initiative
The Guardian unveils 'Building Power', a major new editorial initiative to deepen coverage of progressive movements and systemic change. Discover how it will reshape reporting.
Mass Gaza wedding offers hope after years of conflict
In a rare moment of joy, 54 Palestinian couples married in a mass ceremony in Khan Younis, funded by UAE aid. Read how this act of resilience defies Gaza's ongoing crisis.
Typography Pioneer Michael Twyman Dies Aged 91
Professor Michael Twyman, who founded the University of Reading's Department of Typography & Graphic Communication, has died. Discover his lasting legacy in design education.
Australia's 2025 NAPLAN Results: Top Schools Revealed
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting Australia's highest-achieving schools. Discover the key trends and what the data reveals about student progress and educational equity.
Universities urged to prioritise liberal arts for skills
A new report warns UK universities are neglecting liberal arts, harming critical thinking. Discover why these skills are vital for the modern workforce and what needs to change.
Ofsted: 39,200 children missing from education is a scandal
Ofsted's chief inspector warns of an attendance 'scandal' as 39,200 children vanish from school rolls. The 20% rise sparks fears of future unemployment and crime. Read the full report.
OU student's failed essay ignites academic freedom row
A University of Oklahoma student failed a psychology essay citing biblical views on gender. Turning Point USA has taken up her case, alleging discrimination, while the instructor is on leave pending review.
Research: Upstander Programmes May Not Stop Bullying
New international research suggests school anti-bullying programmes that push peer intervention may be less effective. Experts advise a whole-school approach instead. Read the findings.
Teacher banned after escort double life exposed
A primary school teacher has been barred for five years after her secret life as a high-end escort was revealed. Sex workers discuss the hidden world of educators in the industry.
Photos of the Day: A World in Focus
The Guardian's picture editors curate striking global images for Tuesday, 2 December 2025, capturing protest, climate, and conflict. Explore the visual stories shaping our world.
US University Lab at Centre of China Bio-Smuggling Probe
A prestigious US university faces a national security crisis as federal agents uncover alleged Chinese smuggling of modified parasites and crop fungi through its research labs. Read the full investigation.
Glasgow: One in Three Schoolchildren Are EAL Learners
New data reveals nearly 30% of Glasgow pupils speak English as an additional language, the highest rate in the UK. Explore the impact on schools and the city's housing emergency.
China ends 30-year condom tax break to boost births
China will impose a 13% VAT on contraceptives from January, ending a three-decade exemption. The move is part of a wider policy shift to tackle a plunging birth rate. Read the full analysis.
UK Teen Missing in Romania Near Dracula's Castle
Search continues for George Smyth, 18, missing in Transylvania's mountains since 23 November. Rescue efforts hampered by heavy snow. Read the latest.
School closes for funeral after teaching assistant's death
Rhyl High School will close on December 12 for the funeral of teaching assistant Angela Shellis, 45, whose son has been charged with her murder. Read the full story.
Four-Day School Week Pilots Proposed for England
Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment and retention crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher.
Deepfake Porn Crisis Hits UK Schools
Exclusive poll reveals the shocking rise of AI-generated nude images in classrooms. One in ten teachers aware of incidents, with devastating impacts on pupils. Read the full investigation.
Ofsted: Social Media Chipping Away at Children's Attention
Ofsted's chief inspector warns social media harms behaviour and learning. He calls for schools to be sanctuaries from phones as absence rates soar. Read the full report.
School Proposes Renaming Pepys House Over 'Abusive' Behaviour
Hinchingbrooke School suggests renaming Pepys House after diary revelations of his 'harmful, abusive and exploitative' treatment of women. Read the full story and the parental debate.
University Challenge fans slam LSE team's 'miserable' conduct
BBC quiz viewers accuse London School of Economics team of poor sportsmanship after Manchester's gracious win. See the social media reaction and the show's other recent drama.
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