Hampshire College Shuts Down Due to Financial Woes
Hampshire College in Massachusetts announces permanent closure after 56 years, citing low enrollment and financial struggles, highlighting a broader crisis in liberal arts education.
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Student Demands Truth in Colonial History Curriculum
A-level student Astrid Barltrop exposes flaws in British colonial history teaching, arguing current curricula perpetuate harmful narratives about race and migration while ignoring colonial atrocities.
Toddler Suffocated at Nursery, Worker Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
A nursery worker in Dudley has pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter after a 14-month-old boy was left strapped face down for over two hours, leading to his death. The court heard of dangerous sleeping practices at the facility.
Social Science Research Faces Replication Crisis
A major seven-year study finds nearly half of social science papers cannot be replicated, highlighting a broader crisis in research reliability and its impact on policymaking.
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England Needs 1,400 More Educational Psychologists
A new report reveals England requires 1,400 additional educational psychologists at a cost of £140 million to address rising demand from children with special needs like autism.
Teacher Avoids Ban After WhatsApp Gossip with Student
A West London teacher has been allowed to continue teaching after gossiping with a student on WhatsApp and failing to report a safeguarding incident, with officials citing inexperience.
Turkey School Shooting: 14-Year-Old Kills Nine in Second Attack
A 14-year-old boy in Turkey has killed eight classmates and a teacher in a school shooting, using his father's guns. This marks the country's second such tragedy in just two days.
Healthier School Meals Pilot in England Sees 15% Drop
A pilot of new school food standards in England led to a 15% decline in meal uptake as children rejected healthier options for packed lunches, raising concerns about the policy's impact on nutrition and costs.
Hampshire College to Close Permanently After Fall Semester
Massachusetts liberal arts college Hampshire College will shut down after the fall semester due to severe financial pressures and low enrollment, marking a significant loss for higher education.
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Student Deportation Risk Over One-Day Fee Delay
Navodya De Silva, a Sri Lankan student at Coventry University, faces deportation after a one-day delay in tuition fee payment led to visa termination, jeopardizing her future and her father's life savings.
Principal Tackles Shooter, Prevents Tragedy at Oklahoma High School
Kirk Moore, principal of Pauls Valley High School, was shot while disarming a former student armed with semi-automatic handguns. Surveillance footage captured the heroic intervention that authorities say saved lives.
School Meal Proposals Spark Debate Among Readers
Readers express strong opinions on new government restrictions on school meals aimed at reducing obesity and tooth decay, with arguments ranging from parental responsibility to nutritional education.
Turkish School Shooting: 16 Injured, Gunman Dead
A recently expelled 18-year-old armed with a shotgun wounded 16 people at a vocational high school in Siverek, Turkey, before killing himself as police closed in.
Israeli Forces Fire Teargas at Palestinian Schoolchildren
Israeli forces fired teargas at Palestinian schoolchildren staging a sit-in after settlers blocked access to their school in Umm al-Khair village on the first day back from a 40-day suspension.
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University Fundraising Crisis: Governance Shift Cuts Donations
Former University of Buckingham vice-chancellor Terence Kealey reveals that governance changes led to a collapse in donations, forcing the fundraiser role to be made redundant. Experts call for targeted philanthropy to support inclusive universities beyon
Peter Duncan: UK Russianist and UCL Scholar's Legacy
Peter Duncan, a senior lecturer at UCL and expert in Russian politics, passed away at 72. He authored key books and advised Parliament on Russian interference.
Bristol Student Charged with Murder of Housemate
Zack Coughlan, 23, has been charged with the murder of Jamie Collins, a 21-year-old robotics student found stabbed in Filton, Bristol.
London Colleges Train Thousands for AI and Clean Energy Jobs
Capital City College Group and South Bank College are among 19 Technical Excellence Colleges receiving £175 million to upskill young Londoners for clean energy and technology sectors, addressing critical workforce shortages.
School Food Ban on Fried Items to Fight Obesity in England
New school food standards in England, effective from September 2027, will ban deep-fried items like fish and chips and require desserts to be 50% fruit. This update aims to lower childhood obesity rates, with 24% of young children currently overweight.
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Columbia Students File Complaint Over Fossil Fuel Ties
Columbia University students have filed a groundbreaking administrative complaint against the school's energy thinktank, alleging deceptive practices in hiding fossil fuel funding while presenting research as independent.
Metro Cartoon by Guy Venables Highlights School Food Reforms
Guy Venables' Metro daily cartoon published on April 13, 2026, coincides with major school food policy announcements, including bans on deep-fried items and expanded free meal programs.
Student Loan Changes Create £679M Treasury Surplus
Recent modifications to Plan 2 student loan terms will yield a £679 million surplus for the Treasury, disproportionately affecting lower and middle-income graduates while high earners remain largely unaffected.
UK Schools Ban Deep-Fried Food, Limit Sugary Treats
New government proposals will eliminate deep-fried items from school menus and restrict desserts to once weekly as part of sweeping healthy eating standards aimed at tackling childhood obesity.
Student Loan Interest Cap at 6% Due to Inflation Rise
The UK government has capped student loan interest at 6% for 2026-27, but many graduates may still face higher charges this autumn due to inflation spikes linked to the Iran war.
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Giulio Lepschy: Linguistic Scholar and Academic Legacy
Giulio Lepschy, a renowned linguist and professor, passed away, leaving a profound impact on the study of Italian and Romance languages through his extensive research and teaching.
Brian Rotman, Mathematician and Semiotics Pioneer, Dies
Brian Rotman, the influential mathematician and semiotician known for his work on the philosophy of mathematics and digital culture, has passed away at the age of 86.
Bard College President's Epstein Ties Under Scrutiny
Leon Botstein, president of Bard College, faces renewed scrutiny over his past connections to Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about institutional transparency and ethical standards in higher education.
RMIT Drops Case Against Student Over Gaza Protest Video
RMIT University has withdrawn disciplinary action against student Gemma Seymour, who faced potential suspension for a social media video criticizing the university's ties to weapons companies amid the Gaza conflict.
Weekend Students Told to Repay £190m in Loans After University Error
Over 22,000 students in England face repaying maintenance loans after universities wrongly registered weekend courses as eligible, sparking legal challenges and criticism from the NUS.
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Jane Caro on Australia's Education Crisis and Privilege
Australian writer Jane Caro discusses her advocacy for public education, critiques private school funding, and reflects on privilege, anxiety, and her career journey during a Sydney walk.
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