Summary: Thousands of students miss out on desired A* and A grades as A-level results are released. Challenging year due to pandemic disruptions adds to students ' stress and anxiety. Mixed reactions as some students express relief while others face disappointment . Emotional impact of results leads to a range of feelings, from pride to frustration. Focus shifts towards support ing students in alternative paths and exam resits. ...

Summary: The impact of COVID-19 on education will not be taken into account for this year's A-level grades , leading many students to expect lower results. Education Secretary Gillian Keegan emphasizes the importance of maintaining the value of qualifications and addressing the challenges faced by students who received grades during the disrupted years. Changes in A-level grading due to COVID-19 have led to fluctuations in the distribution of top grades , with concerns raised about university readiness. Students like Harry express hopes for fairness in the grading process despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. ...

Summary: Top A-level grades decrease as Covid-related disruption no longer considered by exam regulators. Mixed reactions among students as some feel unfairly judged due to challenging exam conditions. Differences in grading systems between nations could impact university admissions and future employment. Majority of students secure spots in their preferred universities. ...

Summary: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls for a major shake-up of the university system by imposing a cap on low-quality degrees. Data shows 66 providers have low graduate progression to high-skilled employment or further study after graduating. The government's plan will be implemented in 2025, leading to debates about its timing and effectiveness. Students' opinions are divided, with some emphasizing equal treatment of all degrees and the importance of pursuing one's passion. ...

Summary: Major teaching unions agree to end strikes after accepting a 6.5% pay rise. The government has offered an additional £900 million in funding for schools. The pay raise, the largest in over 30 years, does not impact front-line school services or education budgets. Despite the settlement, concerns about heavy workloads and long hours remain unresolved. All major teaching unions have voted to end their strike action following an agreement on a 6.5% pay increase, in addit...

Summary: GCSE results data for this year indicates a return to pre-pandemic pass rate levels. Pass rates in England have reached their lowest point since 2007 due to stricter grading . Wales maintains pass rates similar to 2018, while Northern Ireland achieves significantly higher pass rates . Pass rates for English and maths have improved across all nations compared to 2019. Balancing the shift towards pre-pandemic grading with student well-being remains a challenge. ...

Summary: 17 sets of twins are set to begin their school journey in Inverclyde, also known whimsically as Twinverclyde . Children exhibit enthusiasm and anticipation as they prepare for their first day of school, looking forward to making friends and enjoying the toys. Some children prioritize losing baby teeth as a significant event, highlighting the diverse range of concerns among the young students. Teachers face the challenge of managing and educating a sizable influx of twins, requiring innovative strategies to engage and instruct them effectively. ...

Home Secretary Suella Braverman is heckled at Conservatism Conference | 5 News In six weeks time the blueberries will be ripe at Winterwood Farm in Kent and who's going to be picking them? Currently the farm here employs about 320 people of which 300 are from countries all over the world and the remaining 20 are Brits. OK, so you rely heavily on a foreign workforce? Yes. So defining conservatism. But the Home Secretary wants to wean us off after a noisy start at the National Conservatism Conference. What is the next line of that? We welcome you unless you come on a boat. To Heckler's a reminder of the division migration in Vokes she set out her vision. And we mustn't forget how to do things for ourselves. There is no good reason why we can't train up enough truck drivers, butchers, fruit pickers, builders or welders. This enables us to build a high skilled, high wage...

Summary: Seven prominent AI companies have pledged to adopt responsible innovation principles. The commitments revolve around safety, security, and trust in AI technology. Companies will prioritize safety by testing and disclosing AI system capabilities and risks. The security of AI systems will be strengthened to protect against cyber threats. Users will be empowered to make informed decisions through content labeling. Bias and discrimination in AI algorithms will be addressed. AI will be leveraged to tackle significant societal challenges and promote education and job opportunities. ...

Summary: The Prime Minister is reviewing the necessity of low traffic neighbourhoods in response to public concerns about green policies . Oxford 's experience with LTNs has resulted in mixed reactions, with some residents expressing frustration and businesses facing challenges. The debate over LTNs is not limited to Oxford , as London is also expanding its ultra-low emission zone , garnering both support and opposition from different political parties. While some residents praise low traffic neighbourhoods for creating safer and cleaner living spaces, others argue that the schemes merely displace traffic and pollution . ...

Summary: GCSE top grades in England have dropped significantly and regional disparities have increased. Government's efforts for educational equality are criticized as regional differences persist. Contrasts in grading between England, Wales, and Northern Ireland raise questions about fairness. Despite challenges, the current cohort is celebrated for their achievements amid ongoing educational inequalities. ...

Are Iranian Schoolgirls Being Poisoned? We are not able to understand what is happening. We are going to go to the hospital and take a quick walk. More than 1,000 schoolgirls in Iran have been poisoned with unknown chemicals, causing many to be hospitalized. The children targeted have reported headaches, heart palpitations and in some cases being unable to move. Some described smelling rotten tangerines, chlorine or cleaning products before falling sick. This is a gas station. At first, it was a gas station. The children were praying. One of the children's activities was to have a color night. We came here because of the need to take out the children. Some fear the poisonings could be an attempt to close schools for girls and that there are response to the women led protests after Masa Amini's death. The poisoning started in November, just two months after Amini died, follow...