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Secondary school places 2025: When do parents find out?
Parents will soon find out which schools their children will be attending from September this year.BBC News - 15h -
Denmark to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs
Government accepts advice of commission that also says children under 13 should not have their own smartphone. Denmark is to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs on the ...The Guardian - 6d -
Flames Place Veteran Defenseman On Waivers
The Calgary Flames are back to work preparing for their next game on Sunday against the San Jose Sharks, kickstarting the final stretch of the 2024-25 regular season.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
The surprising place Islam is rapidly growing
For the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she takes a look at why so many people are converting to Islam behind bars.CBS News - 3d -
The dos and don'ts for meetings with Trump
The US president is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - did the French leader show the way?BBC News - 4d -
Teenager plotted mass shooting at Edinburgh school
The boy, now 17, was obsessed with the Columbine High School massacre in the US, which saw 12 students and a teacher murdered.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Teenager's school shooting plan 'extremely shocking'
Luton Council acknowledges "emotional difficulty" the revelation has had on families and staff.BBC News - 6d -
'Bullying by teachers' at special needs school investigated
Concerns raised include staff allegedly displaying "bullying" behaviour and children being put in isolation.BBC News - 4d -
Gene Hackman’s Gritty, Grouchy, Old-School Style
Between the idols of Hollywood’s golden age and the media-savvy stars of today, he had an appeal all his own.The New York Times - 3d -
Judge blocks immigration arrests at some places of worship
A federal judge in Maryland blocked the Trump administration from carrying out immigration enforcement actions at places of worship for three religious groups.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
El Salvador’s prisons are no place for US deportees
New U.S. policies risk perpetuating a cycle of violence and abuse that has for decades undermined the rights of Salvadorans and prompted migration to the United States.The Hill - 6d -
US naval base in Italy placed on lockdown
A U.S. naval base in Italy was placed on lockdown on Wednesday due to an "ongoing situation" at an entry control point, officials said.ABC News - 5d -
Panthers' Tkachuk placed on IR with groin injury
Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk, who has missed four games since suffering a groin injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off, was placed on injured reserve.ESPN - 22h -
Where Have All the ‘Third Places’ Gone?
The term, coined by a sociologist in the 1980s, refers to informal public spaces where people can linger — and some say they’re disappearing.The New York Times - 3h -
Couple takes in Senegalese high school basketball player left homeless by private school closure
Ama Sow, a young boy from Senegal, West Africa, had dreams of playing basketball in America. A private high school in Pittsburgh sponsored him, but then went out of business, leaving Sow homeless. ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Do You Need a Measles Booster?
With outbreaks spreading in the Southwest, it’s a good time to check your vaccination status.The New York Times - 4d -
What does the Department of Education do?
President Trump and Linda McMahon, his choice for secretary of education, have vowed to dismantle the Department of Education. NBC News' Zinhle Essamauh looks at the department's history, mission ...NBC News - 3h -
WATCH: Los Angeles public schools begin ban on cellphones
The Los Angeles Unified School District's ban also includes smart watches and glasses, and some parents are critical of the new rule.ABC News - Feb. 19 -
Amid Navy's demand for subs, recruitment efforts for shipbuilders begins in schools
It's part of a national effort by shipyards and the Navy to bring on 100,000 skilled workers over the next 10 years.CBS News - Feb. 20 -
South Sudan closes schools after students collapse due to extreme heat
South Sudan has announced the closure of all schools for two weeks due to an ongoing extreme heatwave that has caused some students to collapseABC News - Feb. 21 -
DOGE claims credit for $4M sale of school building during Biden presidency
DOGE touted the sale of a historic Washington, D.C., property that had been boarded up for years — but the auction happened before President Trump took office.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Some Say Michigan State Basketball Is Old School. They Don’t Care.
The Spartans’ victory over Michigan was proof of concept for a program that still willfully does things its own way, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Feb. 23 -
First 750 schools named for free breakfast clubs - check the full list
From April, a pilot scheme will offer free breakfasts for 180,000 pupils before class.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Man who killed family was planning shooting at former primary school
Nicholas Prosper's loaded shotgun with more than 30 cartridges was found in a bush, police say.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
The Papers: 'Ukraine peace in weeks' and 'killer planned school shooting'
Several of Tuesday's papers focus on Donald Trump's comments on seeking a deal to end the war in Ukraine.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Teachers union sues over Trump admin’s DEI warning to schools
The American Federation of Teachers sued the Trump administration Tuesday over its warning to schools that they may lose federal funding if they persist with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) ...The Hill - 6d -
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The island split over where to build a new high school
Argyll and Bute Council has shortlisted four options for the location of the new school.BBC News - 4d -
Defense Dept. Schools Pause Pride Clubs and Remove Books
Clubs for Hispanic and Asian students were also among the student groups put on hold as officials raced to interpret Trump administration orders.The New York Times - 4d -
Cleveland school bus filled with students bursts into flames during morning route
A Cleveland school bus became engulfed in flames while transporting 15 students during its morning route on Thursday, officials said.NBC News - 4d -
School bus driver evacuates 15 students after fire breaks out
The driver was headed to Monticello Middle School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio when a fire broke out behind one of the bus's rear wheels.CBS News - 4d -
Auto-enrol eligible pupils for free school meals in England, say MPs
Education select committee calls for change "without delay", warning that pupils who should be fed free are missing out.BBC News - 3d -
Tiger Woods' daughter helps high school soccer team to state championship
Sam Woods, a senior at The Benjamin School, played defense in the Bucs' 1-0 win on Saturday night in the FHSAA Class 2A state final.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
WATCH: Massive warehouse fire forces residents to shelter in place in Pennsylvania
Officials in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are urging residents to avoid the site of a large industrial fire in Abington Township due to air quality concerns. Evacuations have been recommended.ABC News - Feb. 19 -
‘Breathing in the fragrances of the Atlas cedar trees’: readers’ favourite places in Morocco
From unexpected city charms in Rabat to the dunes of the Sahara and a festival celebrating nomadic life, our tipsters share their best discoveries. The calm city of Khenifra is well worth a ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Jumaane Williams Is Ready and Willing to Take Mayor Eric Adams’s Place
Mr. Williams, the New York City public advocate, is preparing himself to serve as interim mayor if Eric Adams resigns or is removed.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
USAID placing thousands on administrative leave after judge ruling
All USAID direct hires deemed non-essential will be placed on administrative leave at 11:59 p.m. ET Sunday.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
NZ minister resigns after he 'placed hand' on staff's arm
The incident last week comes months after he allegedly called a winery worker a "loser".BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Musk: Federal workers who haven’t returned to office will be placed on leave this week
Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) leader Elon Musk said early Monday that federal workers who haven’t returned to the office will be placed on administrative leave this week. Last month, ...The Hill - Feb. 24
