FRANCE, CANADA, MEXICO AND AUSTRALIA WARN THEIR CITIZENS THAT THE U.K. IS A 'DANGEROUS PLACE TO TRAVEL'

A groundbreaking report has highlighted the challenges Black schoolgirls face in the education system, revealing that they often feel overlooked, misjudged, and stereotyped by educators. The See Us, Hear Us report, conducted by community organisation Milk Honey Bees, surveyed 121 Black girls from various London schools. It found that over 60% felt unfairly disciplined, while only 14% received specialist support when incidents were escalated to senior management. The findings indicate a troubling trend—Black girls are more likely to face punitive measures rather than support when they encounter difficulties at school.

The United Kingdom has fallen to 23rd place in the World Happiness Report, marking its lowest ranking in nearly a decade. Finland, for the eighth consecutive year, secured the top spot, followed closely by Denmark and Iceland. The latest report also saw entries from Costa Rica and Mexico.

Disgraced former footballer Joey Barton has been found guilty of pushing his wife, Georgia Barton, to the ground and 'kicking her in the head' during a drunken row at their home in west London. The former Manchester City and England midfielder, 42, left his wife with a 'golf ball'-sized lump on her head after an argument in June 2021, during which he also threatened to fight her brother and father, a court heard. He has been given a 12-week suspended sentence.

In response to growing concerns about the influence of online misogyny on young people, schools across the country are set to introduce anti-misogyny lessons as part of the government's revised Relationships, Health, and Sex Education (RHSE) curriculum. The initiative follows the release of Netflix’s hit mini-series Adolescence, which portrays the harrowing consequences of online radicalisation and gender-based violence. The new curriculum guidance is expected to be implemented before the end of the academic year.

MMA fighter Conor McGregor has announced his bid to become the President of Ireland, just days after a controversial visit to the White House. The announcement comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding McGregor, who was found civilly liable for raping a woman in Dublin last November.

Alex Wheatle, the acclaimed writer known for his powerful novels about life on London’s streets, has died at the age of 62 following a battle with prostate cancer. Nicknamed the “Brixton Bard,” Wheatle was diagnosed with the illness in 2023 and became an advocate for raising awareness. Born on January 3, 1963, he spent much of his early life in children’s homes before discovering a passion for writing—starting with lyrics, then moving on to poetry, short stories, and novels.

Former footballer Joey Barton has sparked controversy on social media after making comments about the casting of Stephen Graham’s new television programme. Barton took to Twitter to question whether Graham had made the right choice in selecting a young actor, suggesting that the portrayal of knife crime in the UK was inaccurately cast.

Rapper Stormzy has been honoured with an honorary doctorate in law from the University of Cambridge, recognising his significant philanthropic contributions. Beyond his chart-topping music career, the 31-year-old, real name Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., has launched numerous initiatives in sports and the arts. He founded #Merky Books, a publishing imprint championing Black British authors, and recently co-purchased AFC Croydon Athletic, aiming to transform the football club into a vital community hub.‍

Nathan Tokosi, widely recognised by his stage name DigDat, has been found guilty of attempted murder following a drive-by shooting in west London. The 25-year-old rapper was implicated in an attack where multiple shots were fired at a man in Notting Hill on November 20, 2023. The Old Bailey heard that DigDat was among those in a stolen Audi from which at least six rounds were discharged at 27-year-old Daniel Offei-Ntow, striking him in the head, mouth, and body.