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‘Free grand piano’: the scam playing on music lovers’ heartstrings
A scam targeting music lovers offers free grand pianos via email, requesting upfront payment for delivery that never occurs. Authorities warn recipients to delete suspicious messages and report them to phishing watchdogs.
How a chat with ‘auntie’ helped a young worker bag free money in a UK pensions scheme
A 20-year-old worker joined his workplace pension scheme after advice from his aunt, a pensions expert, discovering that employer contributions and tax relief transformed his £83 monthly payment into £312 in total value.
Six Nations and Sanzaar face new battle with World Rugby in bid to scrap relegation
The Six Nations and Sanzaar are negotiating with World Rugby over plans for the Nations Championship, with some unions seeking protections against relegation that was originally planned to begin in 2030.
Ombudsman: Godolphin great set for Japan Cup swansong
Godolphin’s Ombudsman will contest the Japan Cup later this month in what is expected to be his final career start before retiring to stallion duties in 2027.
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Indonesia’s VP offers resignation as questions mount over his eligibility
Indonesia’s Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka offered to resign during talks with President Prabowo Subianto this week, amid escalating disputes over his academic credentials and court rulings on his election eligibility.
Gas prices dip below $4 but inflation remains stubbornly high
Gas prices fell below $4 per gallon for the first time in three months, but overall inflation remained elevated in October with consumer prices rising 0.4% from the previous month.
Merz accused of ‘blackmail’ by Slovak PM after demand for Ukraine aid in EU budget
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he will block the EU’s seven-year budget unless member states agree on financial aid for Ukraine, drawing accusations of blackmail from other European leaders.
Did AI Clean Up the Midterms, or Muddy Them?
For years, the worry was that artificial intelligence would turn American elections into a flood of fakes. The 2026 midterms were the first real test. The answer is more interesting than the fear: AI made fake content cheaper and more common, but voters who asked AI a...
English councils warn of ‘catastrophic’ Send debts forecast to hit £10bn by 2028
English councils warn that special educational needs debts could reach £10bn by 2028, calling the situation “catastrophic” as applications for support surge ahead of government reforms.
Goldsmiths fine art students call for compensation over record tutor strike
Goldsmiths fine art students seek compensation as a prolonged university strike enters its 21st week, with 10 of 12 tutors absent and minimal teaching occurring.
Oriel College urged to cancel student group’s event with Jason Arday accuser
Oxford’s Oriel College faces calls to cancel an event featuring Nathan Cofnas, who made plagiarism accusations against deceased Cambridge professor Jason Arday, citing concerns about discrimination and hostile campus environment.
Their colleges closed, but the government refuses to erase their debts, lawsuit says
A borrower whose college closed is suing the Education Department after his loan forgiveness application was denied, despite qualifying under a Biden-era eligibility expansion that the Trump administration appears to be disregarding.
French pupils resume school blockades as country braces for more protests
French high schools face renewed blockades as students demand better conditions and funding, with education officials warning the school year is at risk for exam-sitting students.
Why public schools nationwide are facing a massive drop in student enrollment
Public schools nationwide are experiencing significant enrollment declines due to low birth rates and immigration policy changes, with some districts losing thousands of students and potentially requiring school closures.
What a Trump Admin. Review of Civil Rights Guidance May Mean for Schools
The U.S. departments of Education and Justice declared seven civil rights guidance documents unenforceable, affecting school policies on English learners, racial discipline, and admissions.
These Students Are Often Left Out of CTE Programs. Here’s How to Fix It
Career and technical education programs face accessibility challenges for English learners and disadvantaged students, but experts say intentional outreach, multilingual materials, and community partnerships can address these gaps.