2 h. ago It was a milestone for progressive education in California. Then it unraveled

The controversy around the state’s once-celebrated ethnic studies curriculum reveals deeper schisms afflicting public schools nationwideIt was celebrated at the time as a major milestone for progressive education. In 2021, California became the first state to make ethnic studies a graduation requirement, mandating all high schools teach the subject by fall 2025.The idea, championed by California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, was to bring modern concepts into the classroom. At its core, ethnic studies, an academic discipline born on California campuses during the civil rights movement, elevates the experiences of historically marginalized groups. Its materials push students to question their biases, reimagine power structures, and think critically about the enduring legacies of colonialism. In California high schools, courses would bring to the fore the experiences of Chicano, Black and Indigenous communities in the state by diving into issues such as gentrification, the impact of pestic...

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51 h. ago Saturday Kitchen interrupted as major celebrity chef calls into the studio

This week’s edition of Saturday Kitchen descended into chaos when a huge name from the culinary world called in

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3 d. ago Prince Harry and Meghan Markle celebrate special day that marks major milestone

While millions of Americans celebrate July 4th as Independence Day, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex mark the day for another special reason that stems back to the early days of their relationship

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3 d. ago Katie Price shares major update on Harvey’s future after council axes college funding

Katie Price, previously also known as Jordan, has this week opened up about her eldest son Harvey - whom she shares with former Manchester United footballer Dwight Yorke

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4 d. ago The late, great David Lynch is being celebrated in a major London event this year

The late, great David Lynch is being celebrated in a major London event this year  Time Out

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8 d. ago NYC, San Francisco and other US cities capping LGBT+ Pride month with a mix of party and protest

Monthlong celebration reaches rainbow-laden crescendo as major cities around the world host parades and marches

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9 d. ago Aberdeen star's Bond link as he dates Sean Connery’s granddaughter

Dante Polvara has been spotted on social media spending time with Sean Connery's granddaughter, Natasha.

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1 week ago Dame Helen Mirren has one major rule to keep looking youthful ahead of 80th birthday

The acclaimed actress Dame Helen Mirren says a little bit of adventure is ideal as long as its in moderation

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2 w. ago Sting support act The Christians issue major update after drummer's cardiac arrest on stage

The Christians have taken to social media to issue an update on their drummer Lionel Duke who suffered a cardiac arrest on stage in Liverpool while supporting Sting

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2 w. ago JoJo Siwa reveals major update on Chris Hughes romance as she shares wedding plans

JoJo Siwa has revealed that she is open to discussions about marriage after the relationship between her and Chris Hughes was finally confirmed after their CBB exit

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2 w. ago Scottish Premiership fixture release date: When are the 2025

This is the date the Scottish Premiership 2025/26 fixture list will be confirmed.

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2 w. ago Kim Woodburn's plan for Celebrity Big Brother return after major fallout with co

EXCLUSIVE: Former Celebrity Big Brother and I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Kim Woodburn insisted her reality television days were not over just months before her death

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3 w. ago Justin Bieber sparks major concern after sharing fiery texts and confessing he's 'traumatised'

Justin Bieber has shared a series of eyebrow raising social media posts, leaving fans begging the singer to 'seek help'

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3 w. ago Glastonbury Festival issued major warning by experts over 'super spreader' disease

As hundreds of thousands of festival-goers get ready to head to Glastonbury later this month, worries over possible measles outbreaks have been raised by experts

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3 w. ago Glastonbury founder shares major change for 2025 that explains why people struggled to get tickets this year

Glastonbury Festival's Emily Eavis revealed the changes she's made to the site to help avoid overcrowding at this year's event

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3 w. ago Liam Gallagher admits one major regret ahead of Oasis' first comeback show

Ahead of Oasis taking to the stage in Cardiff next month, Liam Gallagher has taken to social media and revealed that he has just one regret about the legendary band

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3 w. ago Scottish dates announced for 'unforgettable' exhibition train to celebrate major rail anniversary

Railway 200 showcase to visit five Scottish stations in October

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4 w. ago Scottish transfer news: Sunderland v Rangers verdict, Hibs star's battery plan, Celtic line up Euro date

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4 w. ago BET Awards to celebrate 25th anniversary with major star power from Kendrick Lamar to Mariah Carey

The BET Awards is bringing major star power — including Kendrick Lamar, Mariah Carey, and Jamie Foxx — to celebrate its 25th anniversary on Monday

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4 w. ago BRIT Awards to be held in new UK city as show moved out of London for first time

Show bosses have chosen Manchester to host the next two BRIT Awards in what has been described as a "massive coup" for the city.

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