Four-day school week trials urged for England and Wales
Advocacy group calls for pilot of a four-day teaching week to tackle burnout and recruitment crisis. Could a shorter week improve teacher wellbeing and student outcomes?
Advocacy group calls for pilot of a four-day teaching week to tackle burnout and recruitment crisis. Could a shorter week improve teacher wellbeing and student outcomes?
Australian opener Travis Head believes adaptable batters who can problem-solve will dominate the pink-ball Test. Discover how Australia plans to outmanoeuvre England.
Police have been granted more time to question a man arrested over the Heaton Park synagogue terror attack in Manchester that left two dead. Read the latest updates.
A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv leaves two dead, cuts power to half the city, and highlights Ukraine's urgent need for Western air defence support.
Nato activates fighter jets following a massive Russian assault on Kyiv that killed at least three, plunged the city into darkness, and cut water supplies. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
A 31-year-old man detained at Manchester Airport brings total arrests to seven over Heaton Park synagogue attack that killed two worshippers during Yom Kippur.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack connected to the deadly Manchester synagogue assault. Police continue their investigation.
A woman in her 20s has died and a man seriously injured after a rare dual shark attack at Kylies Beach, New South Wales. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
Security expert warns cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils could be far more serious than revealed, with ICO involvement suggesting data loss. Critical services affected.
Australia secured an eight-wicket victory in the first Ashes Test in under two days. The Perth pitch received the ICC's highest 'very good' rating, deflecting blame from the surface.
Connors State College mourns the death of basketball player Ethan Dietz, who died from a head injury sustained during a game. A vigil is scheduled for Monday.
Liridon Kastrati, 32, has been convicted of attempting to murder PC Gary Cowan by chasing him with a chainsaw in Paisley. Read the full details of this terrifying incident.
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
A South London teacher, Andrew Hardwick, faced a misconduct panel for hugging pupils and messaging them on social media while working in Vietnam. Discover the full story and the panel's decision.
A rare grizzly bear attack in British Columbia left 11 people injured. Three heroic teachers fought off the animal. Read the latest on the search.
Travis Head's devastating 123 from 83 balls powered Australia to a stunning first Test victory against England, creating a major selection dilemma for the second Test.
A heated debate on NHS salaries erupts as a consultant calls her £100,000 wage 'pathetic', while a retired teacher defends his £50,000 pay. Read the full story and share your views.
Travis Head's barnstorming 123 from 83 balls led Australia to a stunning first Test victory against England. Does his innings rank among the greatest Ashes knocks ever?
Australia coach Andrew McDonald fails to guarantee Usman Khawaja's selection for the second Ashes Test despite Travis Head's stunning century as opener. Read the latest team news.
Tribute to Rosemary Church, a primary school teacher and dedicated local historian who founded the Faringdon and District Archaeological and Historical Society.
Lara Simpson deceived pupils and colleagues with a fake cancer diagnosis and death. Struck off the teaching register, she is now running a dance school for children in Thurso. Discover the shocking details.
England suffer a humbling three-day defeat in the first Ashes Test in Perth. Listen to the Ashes Weekly podcast analysis on the dramatic collapse.
Travis Head's explosive 69-ball century, the second fastest in Ashes history, powered Australia to victory against England's 'Bazball' approach in the first Test at Perth Stadium.
Travis Head's devastating 123 from 83 balls secured Australia's eight-wicket victory in the first Ashes Test, concluding inside two days for the first time since 1921.
A grizzly bear attack on a school hiking trip in Bella Coola, Canada, has left one dead and 11 injured. The bear remains on the loose as authorities search.
Remembering Chris Robertson MBE, a titan of UK teacher education who championed every child's right to the best opportunities. Her legacy transformed early years training.
Scotland's Education Secretary outlines plans for a four-day teaching week and flexible school hours. Discover how this aims to support teachers and improve pupil outcomes.
Analysis of critical player duels in the 2025-26 Ashes series, including Joe Root's challenge against Pat Cummins and the middle-order battle between Travis Head and Harry Brook.
Norwich City confirm Philippe Clement as new head coach until summer 2029. Former Rangers manager takes charge of Championship strugglers. Read his first interview.
Actor Liev Schreiber was admitted to a New York hospital following an episode of sudden, severe head pain. Doctors have now cleared him to return to work. Read the latest health update.