Manchester teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools begin a nine-day strike, declaring an emergency over 'almost daily' assaults by pupils. Parents express shock as union cites a 'culture of violence'.
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Council pays £500 after ignoring tenant's nuisance neighbour pleas
Enfield Council failed to act on a tenant's reports of screaming, threats and bad smells from a neighbour. The Ombudsman ordered an apology and £500 payment. Sign up for North London news.
Traitors star hits out at 'dangerous' fan behaviour
BBC Traitors contestant Ross condemns fans for uncovering his secret relationship and personal details, calling the online sleuthing 'dangerous' and 'invasive'.
Manchester primary school teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools are on strike, claiming assaults by pupils have become 'almost daily'. Read the full story on the safety crisis in education.
Therapists report sharp rise in out of control porn use
Exclusive BACP survey reveals 53% of therapists see more clients struggling with porn addiction, leading to neglected responsibilities and damaged relationships. Experts call for a national strategy.
Hinge date turns toxic after woman rejects sleepover
A woman shares her cringe-worthy Hinge date story where a man's compliments turned to insults after she turned down his request to stay the night. Read her full account of modern dating woes.
Grandson jailed for stealing from grandparents, forcing them to food banks
Ashley Partington, 33, stole his elderly grandparents' pension money, leaving them destitute. He was jailed for 30 months. Read the full shocking story.
Darts Stars Want Five-Year Bans for Whistling Fans
Nathan Aspinall calls for lengthy bans for disruptive fans who whistle during throws. Top referee Huw Ware explains the delicate art of crowd management at major tournaments.
The 'Hey You!' Marketing Trend: Authenticity Crisis
London writer Max Fletcher critiques the overuse of faux-friendly 'you' in corporate communications. Explore why this direct address feels disingenuous and patronising.
Mother quits dining out with kids over public judgement
A UK mother explains why she's given up on restaurant meals with her children after facing constant judgement from other diners. Read her story and share your views.
Family Ponders Their Dog's Secret Pecking Order of Love
As their cavoodle Odie turns five, a family reflects on the enduring mystery of canine affection. Who does the dog love most, and what are his secret metrics?
Animal Gift-Giving: Nature's Perfect Presents
Forget turkey-scented candles. This Christmas, learn from nature's experts. Discover how penguins, dolphins, and scorpionflies master the art of thoughtful, sustainable presents.
Trump's Erratic 2025 Behaviour Raises Mental Acuity Questions
A detailed analysis of Donald Trump's unusual behaviour throughout 2025, from bizarre segues to public sleeping, raising serious questions about his mental fitness as Democrats plan to make it a key election issue.
Victorian 'riotous behaviour' charge for Hounslow church threat
A 37-year-old man faces a rare prosecution under an 1860 law for allegedly threatening a worshipper in a West London church. Discover the history behind the obscure legislation.
Police chiefs call to scrap non-crime hate incidents
Police leaders are set to call for the controversial 'non-crime hate incident' category to be scrapped and replaced with a new 'commonsense' system. Read the full details of the proposed overhaul.
Police Leaders Urge Scrapping of Non-Crime Hate Logs
National police leaders recommend replacing the non-crime hate incident system with a 'common sense' approach, focusing only on serious anti-social behaviour. Read the full review details.
Walliams Removed from Children's Book Festival Line-up
David Walliams has been removed from the Waterstones Children's Book Festival following his publisher's decision to drop him over misconduct claims. He strongly denies the allegations. Get the latest updates.
Walliams Dropped from Waterstones Festival
David Walliams has been removed from a Waterstones book festival in Dundee following his publisher HarperCollins severing ties over allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The author denies all claims.
Tim Dowling: Dog Dictates Wife's Bedtime Routine
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling reveals how his dog has taken charge of his wife's nightly schedule, insisting she goes to bed. A humorous look at pet ownership and domestic life.
David Walliams dropped by publisher after allegations
HarperCollins UK has severed ties with children's author David Walliams following allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Walliams strongly denies the claims. Read the full story.
David Walliams dropped by publisher over behaviour claims
HarperCollins has ended its publishing deal with David Walliams following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards female staff. The children's author had sold £100m worth of books for the firm.
Pupil dies after medical emergency at South Shields school
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
East London primary school to close due to falling pupil numbers
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
Scientists confirm rare polar bear adoption in Canada
Canadian researchers document an incredibly rare case of a female polar bear adopting a second cub. The discovery offers new insight into the social bonds of Arctic predators.
Mutated flu virus sparks Covid-era fears in NI school
A Northern Ireland primary school saw 170 pupils absent in a single day due to a mutated flu strain, with the headteacher comparing it to Covid times. Learn about the surge and the vital flu vaccine rollout.
From hero to abuser: A brother's cruel slurs
A woman shares her story of familial estrangement after her older brother's volatile temper turned to ableist abuse following her life-changing diagnosis. Read her journey to emotional freedom.
Dog School Failure: Pup Bottom of Class but a Star Gazer
A family's dog struggles at obedience school, excelling only in prolonged eye contact. The new training whistle just adds to its long list of fears. Discover the hilarious beach test of its questionable skills.
Study: Dogs improve teen mental health via microbiome
New research finds teenagers with dogs have better social behaviour and a distinct microbiome, suggesting a biological link to improved mental wellbeing. Discover the science behind the bond.
North London off-licence approved despite crime concerns
A new off-licence in Stonebridge, once dubbed London's 'gun capital', gets approval with strict conditions after 60+ objections. Will it undermine crime reduction?
New Parliament Conduct Rules Fail to Stop Bullying
Crossbench MPs report persistent bullying in Parliament despite new behaviour standards. Read the latest on Westminster's conduct crisis and what changes are needed.
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