15 h. ago Work on 100 rebuilding projects for crumbling schools kicks off this week

The government is spending £1.4 billion this year on urgently improving the condition of school buildings - some of which Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said were “falling apart"

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3 d. ago Shocking moment angry father, 43, yells 'you want some' before he slaps, bites and kicks teenager outside school after youngster 'brushed against' his wing mirror

Mohammed Liaquat, 43, jumped out of his Audi and confronted a group of schoolboys after one of them brushed past his wing mirror, a court has heard.

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7 d. ago Schoolgirl, 13, is victim of sickening girl gang beating as attackers 'kicked her head like a football and stamped on her face' as police arrest 12

A 13-year-old girl whose head was kicked 'like a football' during a brutal attack by four girls in Morecambe came close to suffering permanent brain damage, her mother has said.

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2 w. ago Katie Price's statement in FULL as former model is cleared of bankruptcies

Katie Price has celebrated the end of six years of financial turmoil - and is now focused on rebuilding her fortune, which once soared to an estimated £100 million

Economics

3 w. ago DEAR JANE: I got kicked out of the school moms' group chat. When I realized why, it made me hate all women

My husband and I got divorced six months ago and I have been fully embracing my single era. Despite loving this new phase of my life, I have run into some problems with my girlfriends.

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3 w. ago ‘Talk about it, focus on your values and stay stoic’: how to cope with rejection

From the workplace to romance to friends, everything you need to know about rejection – and how to move on from itRejection is an inevitable part of the human experience, but despite suffering major and minor rebuffs throughout our lives, every time it happens still feels painful. From the first “no thanks” from someone you fancy at school to the kick in the stomach of a “we have decided to move forward with another candidate” letter, every rejection dents our ego.Humans are hardwired to crave acceptance. “It’s in our blood,” says Hilda Burke, a psychotherapist, couples counsellor and author. In early human societies, she explains, “to be rejected by your community would have posed a serious threat, as individuals did not have the resources to survive alone. We are pack animals.” Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Baroness Sue Campbell on changing the game – Women’s Football Weekly podcast

Baroness Sue Campbell joins Suzy Wrack and Sophie Downey to discuss her journey and her recent book, The Game ChangerOn today’s podcast, Suzy Wrack and Sophie Downey sit down with Baroness Sue Campbell to talk about her new book, The Game Changer, and her remarkable career in sport. From kicking a ball around in the school playground to leading the transformation of women’s football as the FA’s Director of Women’s Football, Campbell shares the challenges and triumphs of her journey. She discusses her role in the London 2012 Olympics, the importance of grassroots development, and the impact of England’s historic Euro 2022 victory. Plus, Baroness Sue Campbell shares her thoughts on the future of the game and what still needs to be done to ensure lasting progress. Join the Fantasy League this season on FantasyWSL.net. Code GUARDIANWFW.Sign up for our weekly women’s football newsletter – all you need to do is search ‘Moving the Goalposts sign up’ or follow this link. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Scots mums in school gates rammy as neighbour dispute kicks off in front of kids

In the clip a woman can be seen arguing with another parent during school drop off at Roslin Primary School in Midlothian.

Culture

3 w. ago Mum's horror as schoolgirl 'punched, kicked and slapped in 20

Annaleese O’Neill, 15, was punched, kicked and slapped by a group of 20 boys and girls - and her devastated mum Helen O’Neill, is speaking out in a bid to prevent such attacks going forward

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3 w. ago Man Utd's new stadium 'looks like a circus tent' but Jim Ratcliffe must end 'clown show'

OPINION: Manchester United announced the incredible new plans to rebuild Old Trafford into a 100,000-seater stadium - but Sir Jim Ratcliffe must put right the performances on the pitch

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