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Scott Trust Endowment Board: Members and Roles
The Scott Trust Endowment board comprises nine members, including chair Tracy Corrigan and CIO Jonathan Evans, overseeing the Guardian's financial sustainability.
Pat Sterne obituary: headteacher and Labour councillor
Pat Sterne, special needs headteacher in Manchester and London and Labour councillor in Chiswick, dies aged 91.
Sadiq Khan claims car tax conviction is scam after Nissan fine
Mayor Sadiq Khan says he is the victim of a scam after being fined £220 for an untaxed Nissan Micra he says is not his, as DVLA investigates.
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Sydney Uni staff strike over AI, job security and trust
Around 2,000 University of Sydney staff walked off the job on Wednesday, with 500 on picket lines, over stalled EBA negotiations, AI protections, and job security.
Cyborg Cockroaches to Aid Search and Rescue Missions
Biorobotics engineers unveil cyborg cockroaches with cameras and medical injectors to deliver emergency aid in disaster zones too dangerous for human rescuers.
Southfields nursery apologises after Ofsted flags weak teaching
Bright Horizons Southfields apologises after Ofsted found weak teaching and limited staff interactions with children, launching an improvement programme.
Croydon nursery hits back at 'unfair' Ofsted report
Little Rayes Daycare in West Croydon defends its record after Ofsted rated it 'urgent improvement' in two areas, but admits changes are needed.
Green and Brexiter find common ground over NHS and renewables
A Green party member and a Labour-voting Brexiter disagreed on the EU, but found agreement on renewable energy and the NHS during a meal in Cheshire.
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Australian schools rethink classroom screen time amid digital detox calls
Federal Education Minister Jason Clare backs a 'digital detox' for students, as Victoria limits primary school screen time to 90 minutes daily and some schools revert to pen and paper.
Corrie's Maggie disappointed after night with Brian Packham
Maggie Driscoll is left underwhelmed after a night with Brian Packham in Coronation Street, leaving her to avoid him as he tries to charm her.
East London private school charging £17k a year to close
Avon House Preparatory School in Woodford Green will not reopen in September, citing financial pressures including VAT on school fees and rising NI and pension costs.
Oldest US inmate dies at 101 after 76 years behind bars
Francis Clifford Smith, believed to be America's oldest and longest-serving inmate, died at 101 after 76 years under sentence, eight last meals, and maintaining innocence.
15 budget-friendly university essentials for freshers in 2026
A-level results are out, and freshers can save money with these 15 budget-friendly essentials, from a £34.99 kitchen set to a £10 IKEA shopping bag on wheels.
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GCSE Results Show Resilience and Growing Inequality
GCSE results for 2024 show a return to stability but highlight growing regional inequalities, falling language uptake, and the need for reform in resit policies.
Experts Warn GCSE Resit Plan Could Backfire as Pass Rates Fall
Education experts and school leaders criticise the government's plan to make pupils who fail GCSEs retake maths and English, warning it could increase the number of young people not in education, employment or training.
International Students Bring More Than Money to UK
International students contribute £42bn to the UK economy and enrich communities, a new study finds, countering calls to restrict visas.
London GCSE Results 2026: Borough Rankings Best to Worst
London students achieved the highest GCSE pass rate in England at 71.7%, with the City of London topping boroughs at 72.1% grade 7 or above. Havering ranked lowest at 19.0%.
West London boy, 7, gets top GCSE maths grade a decade early
A seven-year-old boy from West London has scored a grade 8 in GCSE maths, equivalent to an A, sitting the exam almost a decade before his peers. Jivyan Dhruva achieved 196 out of 240 and now aims for an A-level next year.
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London GCSE top-grade gap with North East hits record 10.9 points
London's GCSE top-grade entries rose to 28.6% in 2026, widening the gap with North East England to a record 10.9 percentage points, exam data shows.
Moderate Screen Use Boosts Equity and Accessibility in Schools
Charlotte Bleakley counters alarm over screen use, citing data showing moderate device use improves outcomes and aids students with special needs and English learners.
Fastest Known Star in Milky Way Detected at 24,000 km/s
Astronomers have detected the fastest known star in the Milky Way, S301, orbiting the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A* at 24,000 km/s, confirming a key prediction of Einstein's general relativity.
How to Become a Space Lawyer in the UK: A Guide
Space law is a growing niche in the UK. This guide explains the qualifications, skills, and career paths needed to become a space lawyer, from academic degrees to industry experience.
Kipling Back to School 2026 Collection Unveiled
Kipling has unveiled its Back to School 2026 collection, featuring new backpacks, bags, and accessories designed for students of all ages, with a focus on durability and style.
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GCSE Results 2026: Release Time, Appeals, Holiday Advice
GCSE results day is Thursday, August 20, with grades available from 8am. Students can collect in person, via app, or by post. Appeals can be requested via school or exam board.
New law caps branded school uniform items from 2026
From September 2026, England parents won't buy more than three branded uniform items; secondary/middle schools may ask four if tie included.
Mother of 'gentle giant' TJ Hibbert recalls basketball's role
Florence Reid remembers her son Anthony 'TJ' Hibbert, who died in a car crash, and how basketball steered him away from gangs and to university.
University Essentials: Laptops, Tech, Books
Discover the essential tech and books for university students in 2024, including laptops, software, and study aids, according to experts.
Supporting Young People to Avoid Neet Status
Readers respond to Daisy Christodoulou's article on predicting Neets, arguing for a system-wide approach to support struggling children, not just teachers.
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Pharmacy Planet, a YouTube channel, has reached 200,000 subscribers, becoming a key resource for pharmacy professionals and students.
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