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Education Editor Branwen Jeffreys reported that recent research from the Education Policy Institute (EPI) indicates that the most impoverished children are experiencing higher rates of school absences, resulting in them falling further behind their peers. The analysis revealed that children from low-income families are lagging up to 19 months behind by the age of 16.… Continue reading Poorest children missing more school and further behind after Covid, study says

Newcastle United made history by clinching the League Cup final victory over Liverpool in a thrilling match at Wembley. Front pages on Monday celebrated the “Geordie joy” as the team ended a 70-year silverware drought. Meanwhile, the focus shifted to political turmoil as Labour MPs voiced concerns over the government’s welfare reform plans, sparking a… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Geordie joy' and 'Labour's war of words'

Michael Matheson, the former health secretary and Falkirk West SNP representative, has announced his decision to step down as an MSP at the upcoming Holyrood election in the following year. Having been elected in 1999, Matheson is part of the original intake and has held various government positions such as justice secretary and transport secretary… Continue reading Ex-minister Michael Matheson to step down from Holyrood next year

In Bangor, Gwynedd, a new police initiative is targeting the high street, known for its vacant shops and issues with street drinking and cannabis farms. A team of six officers and a sergeant are conducting increased patrols in the area, supported by recent raids that led to 17 arrests. Superintendent Arwel Hughes highlighted Bangor’s strategic… Continue reading Bangor: Police crackdown on notorious cannabis farms high street

In a historic win, Newcastle United triumphed over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final, fulfilling Geordie dreams. This victory marked their first trophy since the Fairs Cup in 1969, with the 1955 FA Cup serving as their last domestic success. Fans erupted in jubilation both in London, where the game took place at Wembley, and… Continue reading Newcastle United fans celebrate 'brilliant' Carabao Cup win

Sharone Lifschitz, a British-Israeli woman, expressed the profound significance of finally being able to bury her father, Oded Lifshitz, after his body was returned last month. Oded died in captivity after being taken hostage by Palestinian gunmen, and his daughter reflected on the emotional experience of laying him to rest. Despite the tragic circumstances, Sharone… Continue reading Gaza hostage Oded Lifshitz's daughter says burying father was 'incredibly meaningful'

A group of 90 football supporters were barred from entering the Old Firm match after refusing to cooperate with police searches. Before the Celtic v Rangers game, officers were given special powers to intercept fans they suspected of potentially committing a crime. Most of the supporters had concealed their identity, leading to their identification and… Continue reading Police deny 90 football fans entry to Celtic v Rangers match

Tragedy struck in Shropshire as a second teenager has passed away following a devastating car crash. The 17-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries in the hospital after the incident that took place in Tong near Shifnal on Friday night, as confirmed by West Mercia Police. This comes after an 18-year-old man tragically lost his life… Continue reading Second teenager dies following car crash near Shifnal

As astronomical spring begins on Thursday, the UK is set to experience a significant warm-up with temperatures potentially reaching 18C in the southern regions. This increase in temperature, expected to be seven or eight degrees above the average for this time of year, is a welcome change after a colder start to the week. Areas… Continue reading UK weather: Rising temperatures forecast to bring warm start to spring

Upon the birth of her son, a mother from Newport made the decision to preserve his umbilical cord stem cells, emphasizing the value of having a “back-up” plan. Natalie Harrop’s determination to explore blood cancer treatments was ignited by the passing of her friend Jacqueline due to leukaemia. Through her research, she uncovered that the… Continue reading Stem cells: Newport mum has 'nothing to lose' by saving baby's