UK Groups Urge Student Premium for Disadvantaged Post-16
A coalition of 14 social mobility organisations urges the UK government to fund a student premium for disadvantaged 16-19 year olds to prevent them from becoming Neet.
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Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep: Game-Changer for New Parents
Discover how the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep machine simplifies bottle feeding for new parents with speed, consistency, and modern design.
Sustainable Subscriptions: Readers' Top Picks for Greener Living
From toothpaste tablets to eco-friendly nappies, readers recommend their favorite subscription services for cutting costs and reducing household waste.
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The UK considers wider AI use in schools to address teacher shortages and rising workloads, with tools for marking and personalised learning, despite regulatory concerns.
Salad Bars in Schools: A Success Story from Hackney
A former school dinner manager recalls how self-service salad bars in Hackney in 1985 encouraged healthier eating, reducing waste and improving nutrition.
Islington Labour Leader Vows to Reclaim Academies for Council
At election hustings, Islington's Labour leader pledges to fight for academy schools to return to local authority control, calling them 'small private businesses.'
Squatters Evicted from Closed London School After Court Order
A group of 20 squatters who occupied a former primary school in Islington have been evicted after a court order, with thousands of pounds in damage reported.
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East London Brewing Co opens a new brewery on the Blackhorse Beer Mile with extended late-night music licences, live gigs, and an outdoor terrace.
Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan Welcome Baby Boy
Nikki Sanderson, former Hollyoaks star, and partner Anthony Quinlan announce the birth of their baby boy after a two-year fertility journey.
Julie Newlan, Former Univ Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dies at 68
Julie Newlan, former deputy vice-chancellor at University of Hertfordshire, has died of brain cancer aged 68. She helped establish a medical school and boost international student recruitment.
King Charles' Gardener Bans Squash and Courgettes
Former kitchen gardener David Pearce reveals King Charles banned squash and courgettes, and demanded carrots grown to little finger size. A peek into royal veg preferences.
Graduate's Postgrad Loan Debt Trap: Interest Balloons
A graduate shares how high interest rates on postgraduate loans forced her to use house deposit savings, highlighting the student loan debt trap affecting thousands.
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Teachers May Lose £10,000 in Pension Error
Thousands of teachers may be owed up to £10,000 due to pension administrative errors. The McCloud remedy allows affected members to choose between final salary and career average schemes.
Ronaldo's Chef: Milk Banned from His Diet
Cristiano Ronaldo's former private chef reveals the footballer has banned milk from his diet, citing it's unnatural. Ronaldo maintains a strict, high-protein diet to sustain his longevity.
Malcolm Budd, Art and Nature Philosopher, Dies at 84
Malcolm Budd, emeritus professor of philosophy at UCL and a leading thinker on aesthetics and the philosophy of art and nature, has died aged 84.
Exam-Obsessed Schools Fail to Prepare Students for Life
Experts respond to Alan Milburn's finding that exam-obsessed schools leave pupils unprepared for adult life, calling for a shift towards personal development and skills.
Tourist Stranded in Excrement After Outback Toilet Collapse
A tourist fell into a sewage pit at Henbury Meteorites Conservation Zone near Alice Springs, stranded waist-deep for three hours before rescue.
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A 34-year-old London writer shares her sex diary, revealing how a 14-month situationship helped her rediscover pleasure and heal from a sexually unfulfilling long-term relationship.
Schools Forced to Cut Special Needs Support in England
A new poll shows schools across England are reducing support for pupils with special educational needs due to severe funding pressures, raising concerns about educational equity.
Record 5,668 Book Bans in US Libraries in 2025
The American Library Association reports a record high of 5,668 books banned in US libraries in 2025, with Sold and Empire of Storms among the most challenged. Bans are increasingly politically driven.
LA Schools Enforce Strict Screen Time Limits for Students
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Inquiry Clears Bristol School of Antisemitism Over MP Visit
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NASA Finds 3.5-Billion-Year-Old Chemicals on Mars
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UK May Ban Social Media for Under-16s Amid Industry Denials
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Hilary Friend: Legacy of Educational Reform
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