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£30 million fund acknowledges Lionesses' trailblazing achievements

Thousands of women and girls across England are set to benefit from a substantial £30 million cash injection from the Government and The Football Association (FA) to turbocharge the

Maguire accepts Ghana MP's apology amidst economic debate sparks

Harry Maguire, the Manchester United footballer, has graciously accepted an apology from Ghanaian MP Isaac Adongo, who previously mocked him during a parliamentary debate on the

Wales football fans arrested in Armenia spark outrage

More than 30 Wales football supporters have been arrested in Armenia ahead of the European Championships qualifying game, leaving the Welsh fans and authorities perplexed and frustrated.

Ultra-marathon runner banned for using a car during 50-mile race, accepts third place trophy

UK Athletics has imposed a 12-month ban on Dr. Joasia Zakrewski, a Scottish ultra-marathon runner, for employing a car during a 50-mile race. This penalty was enacted despite Zakrewski

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk set to clash in ‘Ring of Fire’ on February 17th

WBA, WBO, IBF, and Ring Magazine champion Oleksandr Usyk (21-0, 14 KOs) is slated to take on WBC titleholder Tyson Fury (34-0-1, 24 KOs) at Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia on

France pledges to host the inaugural sustainable Olympics in 2030

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur regions officially submitted their bid for the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games to the International Olympic Committee on

Sport England unveils major funding reorganization to tackle physical inactivity

Sport England has announced a significant shift in funding allocation, described as "one of the most substantial reconfigurations in decades," with £250 million being redirected towards

Jim Ratcliffe to invest $300 million in Manchester United's infrastructure alongside 25% stake bid

Ineos CEO Jim Ratcliffe is set to bolster his investment in Manchester United, planning to inject an additional $300 million into the club's infrastructure. This substantial commitment

Anthony Joshua invests £30 million in expansive commercial property venture

Renowned British heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, has ventured into a new territory by investing a significant £30 million in a substantial commercial property, marking a strategic move to

Cristiano Ronaldo responds to Lionel Messi's Ballon d'Or win taunts

During a game in Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo displayed his irritation as fans chanted Lionel Messi's name, following Messi's eighth Ballon d'Or win.

Education

Ashford school implements locked pouch policy for student phones
In a bid to curb disruptions and enhance safeguarding, The John Wallis Academy in Kent is set to implement a stringent policy requiring students to store their mobile phones in locked pouches
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The number of children being educated at home has surged to unprecedented levels in Devon
Devon County Council noted that home education used to be primarily a lifestyle choice, but lately, mental health concerns have been a significant factor in this growing trend.
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1,000 students impacted as go North East bus strikes hamper college commutes
New College Durham (NCD) has reported the dire situation of nearly 1,000 students unable to attend classes due to the ongoing Go North East bus strike, compelling the college to seek
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Northern Ireland schools to shut down amid five-day teacher strike
Northern Ireland is set to witness school closures as teachers from five unions prepare for a half-day walkout, followed by four additional days of strikes due to a prolonged dispute over pay.
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Inquiry recommends schools shift from Ofsted inspections to self-evaluation
An inquiry led by former schools minister Lord Jim Knight, funded by the National Education Union, has proposed a significant overhaul in school inspections, urging a departure from Ofsted
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Hillary and Bill Clinton to deliver leadership talk in Swansea
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, accompanied by her husband, Bill Clinton, is scheduled to speak at Swansea University, addressing the topic of leadership. The event aims to delve
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Oscar-winning advocate: Rachel Shenton receives honorary doctorate for deaf advocacy and contributions to film industry
Oscar-winning actress and producer Rachel Shenton was bestowed with an honorary doctorate from Staffordshire University in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the film industry
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Ofcom issues initial guidance for tech platforms on online safety act compliance
Ofcom, the communications watchdog, has released its first guidance for tech platforms under the Online Safety Act, focusing on addressing illegal content, including online child abuse.
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Harvard academic awarded $100,000 Adam Smith Prize for groundbreaking work
In celebration of the 300th anniversary of Scottish writer and philosopher Adam Smith's birth, Dr. Joseph Henrich, a distinguished American academic from Harvard University, has been
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New Swindon school receives lowest Ofsted rating
The Deanery CE Academy in Wichelstowe, near Swindon, which opened in 2019, has received the lowest possible rating from Ofsted. Inspectors found numerous areas of concern, including
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Culture

End of an era: St Andrews' historic J&G Innes bookshop to close after 144 years
A storied bookshop renowned for its intricately carved oak façade has announced its closure, marking the end of an illustrious 144-year history.
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Greece expresses outrage as UK's Sunak cancels Parthenon Marbles discussion
Greek officials have expressed their intent to continue discussions with the British Museum regarding the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Athens, despite a recent decision by UK Prime
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Salisbury Cathedral showcases art exhibiting refugees' recovered belongings
In an upcoming exhibition titled "Leviathan" at Salisbury Cathedral, artist Shezad Dawood will display artwork featuring personal possessions retrieved from the Mediterranean seabed after
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Swansea University welcomes rare Egyptian artifacts to Wales
A stunning collection of several hundred rare Egyptian artifacts, some dating back 7,000 years, is poised for public display until May.
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David Bowie's handwritten lyrics up for auction: expected to fetch £100,000
David Bowie's handwritten lyrics for two of his songs are set to be auctioned off, potentially fetching up to £100,000. These lyrics, featuring his corrections, drafts, and notes, belong to the
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Proposed expansion: Stonehenge Visitor Centre set for new educational buildings
The Stonehenge Visitor Centre might undergo a transformation with the potential addition of new structures. English Heritage has proposed constructing two buildings as part of an initiative to
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The British Library faces ransom threat following cyber attack
In the wake of a cyber attack on the British Library, hackers known as the Rhysida ransomware group have announced intentions to auction off purportedly stolen data. The attack, occurring
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Napoleon Bonaparte's hat fetches €1.9m in Paris auction
Napoleon Bonaparte's iconic hat from his reign as the French Emperor in the 19th century has fetched an impressive €1.9m ($2.1m; £1.7m) at an auction held in Paris.
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Glastonbury Festival 2024 tickets gone in less than an hour
The highly anticipated Glastonbury Festival 2024 saw all its tickets snapped up in less than an hour. Demand surged to the point that by 10:00 GMT, all tickets for the upcoming festival were
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King Charles joins exclusive group of longest-living British monarchs at 75
On his 75th birthday, King Charles III enters the ranks of the longest-living British monarchs, a list currently topped by five predecessors. Here's a glimpse at the monarchs who have surpassed
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Counterfeit Robert Burns manuscripts from 1880s continue to generate millions
Fake Robert Burns manuscripts, crafted in Edinburgh 140 years ago, are still in circulation, raking in millions of pounds, according to experts. The forgeries, produced by a skilled counterfeiter
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'Remarkable' Titanic menu fetches £84,000 in Wiltshire auction
An auction in Wiltshire saw a first-class dinner menu from the RMS Titanic, served on the evening of April 11, 1912, sell for £84,000. The menu, which includes items like oysters, beef, spring
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Picasso's 'Woman with a Watch' sells for $139 million in New York auction

Pablo Picasso's renowned painting, "Woman with a Watch," fetched an impressive $139.3 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York, marking the second-highest price ever achieved for the
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