When someone is anxious, lonely, or depressed, the standard advice is to see a therapist. But therapists are scarce, waitlists are long, and many people—especially teenagers— never make it through the door . So what if…

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FFT Education Datalab·research

What genetics can (and can’t) tell us about educational inequality

Discussions of educational inequality usually focus on family income, school quality and neighbourhoods. Much less attention is paid to genetics, often because the topic feels complex and uncomfortable. Yet recent…

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FSU News·higher-ed

Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026

Florida State University’s distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes…

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The Hechinger Report·research

Screen time in the early grades: a parent and teacher weigh in

There’s a growing backlash to educational technology in the classroom, as I described in my story co-published with The New York Times in March. To dig deeper into the topic, I led a Hechinger Report webinar last week…

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The Conversation Education·policy

‘I don’t believe no screens is possible’: how parents manage devices and little kids

Vanessa Loring/ Pexels Parents are told to avoid screens altogether in the first two years of a child’s life. At the same time, digital devices are part of everyday family life used for communication, work, learning,…

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Malay Mail Education·policy

Stats Dept warns Malaysians: Surplus years limited to ages 29–55, save wisely before income declines

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 — Malaysians spend most of their lives either dependent on others or drawing down savings, with only a narrow 26-year window to truly build wealth, according to new findings released by the…

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Dawn Pakistan·policy

President pays tribute to Chairman Mao in his hometown

SHAOSHAN (China): President Asif Ali Zardari lays a wreath at the statue of Chairman Mao Zedong.—APP ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, who is currently on an official visit to China, on Tuesday visited Shaoshan,…

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LSE British Politics and Policy·policy

Why is London having fewer children?

Fertility rates are dropping nationwide, but London has seen the biggest drop over in the last decade. Katie Beck looks into the many factors that put people off having children in London, the impact this has on London…

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Study International·higher-ed

4 schools in Asia where diversity shapes daily learning

A “global mindset” can sound lofty. But it simply means the ability to step outside your own culture and accept that there is no one right way to do things. That understanding is best forged in childhood and most…

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Study International·higher-ed

Epsom College Malaysia: The making of future leaders

Every child’s story is different. Some discover their confidence on stage, others on the sports field. But what they all share is the need for a place that encourages them to try. At Epsom College Malaysia (ECM ),…

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Campus Review AU·higher-ed

Peak bodies demand action on maths education

Bodies representing top science and engineering academics have called for “urgent action” to reverse the decline of secondary and tertiary students studying mathematics. The Australian Council of Deans of Science, the…

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University Affairs CA·higher-ed

How social movements shape Canadian universities

For decades, Canadian universities have been affected by era-defining social movements. Social causes including feminism, anti-racism, environmental justice, and Indigenous and LGBTQIA+ rights have transformed academia…

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First Five Years Fund·policy

The Cost of Raising a Child Tops $300K, and Child Care Is a Major Driver

A new analysis from LendingTree finds the cost of raising a child in the U.S. now exceeds $300,000 over 18 years , highlighting the enormous financial pressure families face — particularly in the early years when child…

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Ofsted·policy

Sir Martyn Oliver's speech at the Early Years Alliance Connect Roadshow

Ofsted’s Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, spoke at the Early Years Alliance's Connect Roadshow in London.

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OECD Education

The private-public sector divide in early childhood education and care

By Andreas Schleicher, OECD Director for Education and Skills Early childhood education and care (ECEC) is often hailed as the great equaliser which gives every child, regardless of their circumstances at birth, a fair…

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ITU Hub·higher-ed

Advancing the spirit of amateur radio through innovation

By Timothy S. Ellam, KC (VE6SH), President, International Amateur Radio Union For the last 100 years, the International Amateur Radio Union ( IARU ) has worked tirelessly to promote innovation in our field and to…

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First Five Years Fund·policy

The Friday Five: The Latest Child Care and Early Learning News

The child care and early learning news you don’t want to miss. Check here for updates every Friday for the latest information you need to know. April 17 This week’s Friday Five includes a quick roundup of the latest…

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Education Review AU·policy

‘Top blokes‘ to mentor at-risk Qld boys, teens

Young boys and teens at risk of crime, violence and unemployment will be mentored to get them back on track in the early years of their life. Boys struggling to engage with education aged 10 to 17 years old at Brisbane…

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SRHE Blog

End of the road for higher education student loans?

by Gavin Moodie Although we’ve come to the end of the road Still, I can’t let go As an expat Aussie I have been sad to see the unremitting erosion of public support for what is arguably Australia’s most innovative…

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The Conversation Education

Choosing a school holiday program can be tricky. Here’s how to identify a good one

Phynart Studio/ Getty Images When the bell rings at the end of each term, there is a happy buzz as kids leave school for the break. But for many parents, the start of the holidays brings a different feeling entirely:…

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Early Years Homeroom Teacher

Education news for this role

What If a Physician Prescribed a Soccer League Instead of Therapy?

What genetics can (and can’t) tell us about educational inequality

Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026

Screen time in the early grades: a parent and teacher weigh in

‘I don’t believe no screens is possible’: how parents manage devices and little kids

Stats Dept warns Malaysians: Surplus years limited to ages 29–55, save wisely before income declines

President pays tribute to Chairman Mao in his hometown

Why is London having fewer children?

4 schools in Asia where diversity shapes daily learning

Epsom College Malaysia: The making of future leaders

Peak bodies demand action on maths education

How social movements shape Canadian universities

The Cost of Raising a Child Tops $300K, and Child Care Is a Major Driver

Sir Martyn Oliver's speech at the Early Years Alliance Connect Roadshow

The private-public sector divide in early childhood education and care

Advancing the spirit of amateur radio through innovation

The Friday Five: The Latest Child Care and Early Learning News

‘Top blokes‘ to mentor at-risk Qld boys, teens

End of the road for higher education student loans?

Choosing a school holiday program can be tricky. Here’s how to identify a good one

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