Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet is named the UK's best state secondary in The Times 2025 Parent Power guide. Discover the full top 10 list for London and see how these schools excel without tuition fees.
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
A damning UN report accuses New Zealand of backsliding on Māori rights and breaching the Treaty of Waitangi. Read the full findings and the government's response.
Tributes pour in for John Sutter, the visionary founding head of King's College London Mathematics School, who has died aged 59. Discover his legacy in maths education.
A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for attempting to smuggle endangered jewelled geckos out of New Zealand in an undercover sting operation. Read the full story.
A new Netflix documentary chronicles The New Yorker's 100-year history, exploring its iconic covers, legendary writers, and cultural impact. Discover the story behind the magazine.
The Linking Network charity connects children from different backgrounds in Bradford, fostering lifelong understanding. See how their work, born from the 2001 riots, is creating hope.
James Graham's powerful new play 'The Fatal Punch' is touring UK schools, engaging younger audiences with its story of a single act of violence. Discover how theatre is tackling urgent social issues.
Once labelled a terrorist, Māori activist John Tamihere's memoir reveals his journey from prison to revered leader. Discover the untold story of New Zealand's social justice fight.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has unveiled its definitive list of London's top state, private, and primary schools for 2026. Discover which institutions lead the capital's educational landscape.
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable James Bond-themed Fabergé pendant after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
A curious baby fur seal surprised patrons at a Richmond pub. Discover how staff safely contained the 'silly season' visitor until conservation rangers arrived for its release.
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
Former Miss World NZ Jess Tyson was left bleeding after a bird flew into her face during an outdoor news report. See the shocking footage and her humorous response.
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting the schools with top scores in literacy and numeracy. Discover the national trends and which institutions are leading the way.
A new film, Life in One Chord, chronicles the Dunedin indie scene through the memoir of Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter. Explore the triumphs and tragedies of a seminal music movement.
A new documentary portrait of New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern reveals a vulnerable, shrewd leader. The film tracks her premiership from 2017 to 2023. Read our review.
Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher in England.
The Matildas secured a 2-1 victory over New Zealand in a pulsating friendly at Marvel Stadium. Read our full match report and analysis of the key performances.
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a £20,000 Fabergé pendant from a James Bond exhibition. Read the full story of this bizarre theft.
Labour confronts a £6.6bn special educational needs crisis as Bridget Phillipson battles Treasury for proper funding. Can inclusion reforms deliver for children?
Phil Taylor, the charismatic Greater Manchester headteacher who regularly challenged education ministers on television, has died aged 81. Discover his remarkable legacy.
New Zealand's indie game developers are achieving remarkable success through innovative government programmes like Code, showcasing standout titles at Pax Australia and generating millions in revenue.
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
Discover how Melbourne's Pavilion School became an educational success story for at-risk students. Learn about this alternative state school's innovative approach to education.
Multiple Devon schools report scabies outbreaks as parents receive warnings. Learn about symptoms, treatment and why this Victorian-era disease is spreading.
The Matildas delivered a stunning 5-0 victory against New Zealand, boosting confidence ahead of the Asian Cup. Read the full match analysis and key takeaways here.
Live coverage of the Australia vs New Zealand international friendly at Polytec Stadium. Kick-off is 7.30pm AEDT. Follow for pre-game news and play-by-play updates.
Asheville's foraging schools are booming as more people seek wild food skills. Learn how these courses teach sustainable harvesting and connect communities with nature.
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.