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Ofsted cannot be allowed to reform itself, say teachers' unions
Julia Waters, sister of Ruth Perry, supports a complete overhaul of Ofsted due to distress caused by school inspections. Education unions highlight the need for a more supportive and fair evaluation s...
Israeli soldiers pushed three apparently lifeless bodies from roofs during a West Bank raid
Israeli soldiers were witnessed pushing three bodies off rooftops during a raid in the West Bank, raising concerns over excessive force towards Palestinians. The incident is under review by the milita...
Good riddance. Ofsted's one-word ranking system for schools never made any sense | Zoe Williams
Ofsted's school ranking system using labels like 'outstanding' was criticized for its lack of true meaning. Teachers understood the flaws, while politicians dismissed concerns. The process was flawed,...
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The Guardian view on one-word Ofsted reports: good riddance | Editorial
By The Guardian | 1 month agoLabour has decided to end one-word inspection judgments on schools, recognizing the negative impact on morale and recruitment. The proposed changes aim to provide more detailed assessments and improve...
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Former Ofsted chief welcomes abolition of single-word school ratings, saying old system 'more of problem than help' - UK politics live
By The Guardian | 1 month agoParliament resumes as Labour government abolishes single-word Ofsted verdicts for schools in England. Teaching unions welcome the change, emphasizing flaws in the previous system. Conservative leaders...
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Woofstock 2024 at Woodcreek Golf Course!
By CBS News | 1 month agoLegends at Woodcreek Golf Course is hosting a 60's Style "Peace and Love" themed charity golf tournament this Fall. The event will benefit Bruno's Foundation and Golf Roseville Junior Golf, with Kevin...
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'Now you can have rest in your home': the mirror roofs cooling homes in Freetown
By The Guardian | 1 month agoInitial results indicate that heat-reflective roofing sheets in Sierra Leone's capital can reduce house temperatures by up to 6C. As extreme heat affects residents, initiatives like planting trees and...
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The TikTok Games: from cardboard beds and Kanye spoofs to Muffin Man
By The Guardian | 1 month agoParis 2024 Olympics have seen a surge in TikTok content, with athletes sharing behind-the-scenes moments for money and exposure. The Chinese-owned app's dominance has led to a significant increase in ...
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'Inside the NBA' memories: From 'SNL' spoofs to cookie storage, show left its mark
By The New York Times | 2 months ago"Inside the NBA" has been a staple in NBA broadcasting since 1989, featuring iconic personalities like Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O'Neal....
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Coinbase's Base Deploys Fault Proofs on Testnet in Progress Towards Decentralization
By Yahoo! Finance | 2 months agoCoinbase's Base network deployed fault proofs on the Sepolia testnet, a significant step towards achieving Stage 1 decentralization. This move allows permissionless state validation, reducing reliance...
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The Samsung Neo QLED 8K QN900D TV Review: AI Upscaling Futureproofs This TV
By Forbes | 2 months agoThe Samsung Neo QLED 8K QN900D TV offers enhanced 8K picture quality with AI upscaling for both new and older content. The sleek design, improved processor, and AI features make it a top choice for ho...
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Wimbledon day 9: From double-faults to delight, the roofs go main character, Alcaraz wins ugly
By The New York Times | 2 months agoThe Wimbledon briefing covers highlights of day nine, including Donna Vekic's comeback, Carlos Alcaraz's mental game improvement, and the impact of Wimbledon's roofs on matches due to humidity....
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Detroit man arrested after throwing cocaine onto the roofs of Red Lobster, Texas Roadhouse as he ran from police
By CBS News | 2 months agoA Detroit man, Eric Talton, was arrested after throwing bags of cocaine onto the roofs of two restaurants in St. Clair County while fleeing from authorities. Talton faced charges of drug possession an...
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The Profs Wins 'Ed Tech Provider of the Year' at the 2024 EducationInvestor Awards
By Yahoo! Finance | 3 months agoThe Profs, a leading online tutoring platform, proudly wins the 'Ed Tech Provider of the Year' award at the prestigious 2024 EducationInvestor Awards. Recognized for innovative technology and academic...
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This startup wants to create software in minutes using AI. Here's the 11-slide pitch deck Proofs used to raise $2.6 million in funding
By Business Insider | 3 months agoAI agents can revolutionize custom software development, reducing time and costs significantly. Startups like Cognition and Augment are disrupting the market, with Proof aiming to provide a faster and...