US Department of Education Investigates NYC Schools Over Pro-Palestinian Group
The US Department of Education has initiated a civil rights investigation into New York City schools concerning the activities of a group known as N.Y.C.Educators for Palestine.The federal agency will review the teachings and materials associated with this pro-Palestinian group within the school system.Officials have confirmed that the inquiry focuses on whether the group's teachings violate federal civil rights laws.No immediate details on disruptions or specific allegations have been released by authorities.This investigation arises amid increased scrutiny of educational content related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in US schools.The involvement of the Department of Education highlights the national significance of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Apr 2026 02:30 LONDON
Italian Public Finance Document 2026 Approved and Released Online
The Italian Public Finance Document (Documento di finanza pubblica, DFP) 2026 was approved by the Council of Ministers on 22 April 2026 and is now publicly accessible online. This document provides a comprehensive review of Italy's public finance status, primarily focusing on the achievements in 2025 regarding the Medium-term Fiscal-Structural Plan (MTFSP) 2025-29. The document is produced by the Directorate Economic-Financial Analysis and Research within the Department of the Treasury, which serves as the technical support body for the formulation and implementation of Italy's economic and financial policies. The public can consult and download the full document along with related... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 11:32 LONDON
UK under-16s debate social media ban amid mental health concerns
A group of UK youths aged 12 to 18 recently debated the potential ban of social media for under-16s, highlighting concerns about exposure to harmful content.The debate took place at the Bolton Lads & Girls Club, where 33 pupils from the north-west of England shared their views on social media restrictions.Among the participants was 13-year-old Isaac, who reported watching up to four hours of TikTok daily, enjoying football clips, superheroes, and gaming content.Despite his enjoyment, he acknowledged encountering videos that made him feel sad, angry, or worried.Another participant, 14-year-old Iga, expressed concern about seeing videos discussing suicidal thoughts and serious... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 22:04 LONDON
Calls for clarity on UK schools' proposed smartphone ban
Headteachers and campaigners in the United Kingdom have called for clearer guidance on the government's proposed legal ban on smartphones in schools.The government is seeking to amend existing legislation to impose a legal duty on schools to consider guidance that recommends schools be "mobile phone-free environments by default." MPs are currently debating this issue in the House of Commons.The proposed amendment is part of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, which also includes measures such as a register of children not in school and a unique identifying number for children.The bill is currently in parliamentary "ping-pong," moving between the Commons... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 16:32 LONDON
Los Angeles school district limits classroom screen time for young students
The Los Angeles education board has voted to restrict student screen time in classrooms, becoming the first major US school district to implement such limits.The new policy bans the use of devices for first-grade students and younger and requires staff to develop screen-time guidelines based on grade level.The district, which serves about half a million students, aims to reduce reliance on tablets and laptops that increased during the Covid-19 pandemic.The restrictions will also ban YouTube and other video-streaming platforms on school-issued devices.Parents will have the option to opt their children out of using specific digital tools under the new resolution.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 16:02 LONDON
14-year-old Palestinian boy killed in Israeli settler attack near West Bank school
Two Palestinians, including a 14-year-old schoolboy, were killed after Israeli settlers opened fire near a school in the occupied West Bank village of al-Mughayyir on April 22.The Palestinian health ministry confirmed the deaths of Aws al-Naasan, a ninth-grade student, and Jihad Abu Naim, a 32-year-old parent who lived nearby.Local officials and witnesses reported that the settlers first fired at students near the school and then targeted those who came to help.Three others were wounded in the attack.Footage shows settlers firing near the school, with scenes of blood on the street and people running for safety.Israeli soldiers were seen following the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 15:05 LONDON
New Free Speech Complaints System for English Universities to Launch
The UK government has announced that a new complaints system for academics at English universities will come into force for the next academic year starting in 2026.This system will allow university staff to bring free speech complaints directly to the Office for Students (OfS).From April 2027, universities found to have failed to protect free speech could face fines of up to £500,000 or 2% of their income.Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated that freedom of speech is fundamental to university success but highlighted concerns about a culture of fear stifling knowledge.The complaints system will apply only to university staff, not students.Students... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 01:02 LONDON
Children Born Near UK Army Base in Kenya Identified with Soldier Fathers
A legal and DNA process has confirmed that 12 children born near the British Army Training Unit Kenya (Batuk) have British soldiers or contractors as their fathers.This identification provides these children with clarity about their paternity and eligibility for British citizenship and support.The UK's highest Family Court judge has legally confirmed the paternity in these cases, which involved tracking down 19 men who served at the British army base in Nanyuki.Many of the children had previously faced uncertainty about their fathers' identities, with some being told their fathers were deceased.They and their families have also experienced financial hardship and social... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 01:01 LONDON
Pope Leo Clarifies 'Tyrants' Speech Was Not Directed at Trump
Pope Leo has clarified that his recent speech criticizing "tyrants" for spending billions on wars was not aimed at US President Donald Trump.The pontiff stated that the remarks were written two weeks before Trump's public comments and were not intended as a debate with the US leader.The speech was delivered during the Pope's visit to Cameroon, where he condemned leaders who ignore the devastation caused by war while neglecting resources for healing, education, and restoration.He also highlighted the ongoing cycle of destabilisation and death in a region of Cameroon affected by a nearly decade-long insurgency.Pope Leo expressed regret that his... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Apr 2026 17:00 LONDON
