"A father passing by his son's bedroom
Noticed the room unusually clean and saw an envelope propped up prominently on the pillow. It was addressed, 'Dad'. With the worst premonition, he opened the envelope and read the letter, with trembling hands.
Dear, Dad. It is with great regret and sorrow that...
This summer, Dorset Council and Litter Free Dorset will be celebrating Dorset’s roadside verges as havens for biodiversity and wildlife with the ‘Love Your Verge’ campaign.
The campaign raises awareness of the council’s work to increase biodiversity in verges as part of its efforts to make more space for wildlife...
Further to the leak to the Torygraph that the Tory government wants to further clampdown on sex education in schools and categorise transgener as 'controversial' (what isn't these days?), The Bear @i_iratus responds.
As I sip my first, absolutely necessary cup of coffee this morning, I’m grappling with the latest...
Access to education is crucial for innovation, empowerment and for the world to evolve. While the traditional educational system offers learning opportunities for many, there are significant gaps that leave many behind due to various factors such as inequality, deprivation and mindset.
Education should be a fundamental right and there should be plenty of accessible...
Telemedicine and remote learning have rapidly become central elements of medical education, offering innovative ways to train the next generation of healthcare professionals. With advances in technology and the necessity for adaptable learning environments, these methods have proved invaluable. They not only facilitate a comprehensive educational experience but also...
Boarding school, a peculiarly British form of abuse, has devastating impacts not only on the boarders, but also on those they grow up to dominate.
There are two stark facts about British politics. The first is that they are controlled, to a degree unparalleled in any other Western European nation,...
Today is International Women's Day
Today at 11.20 am, school students at Thomas Hardye School in Dorchester will be walking out in protest at the genocide in Gaza and in solidarity with Palestinian women.
The students will be marching to Shire Hall, to the memorial of Elizabeth Martha Brown, the last...
Organising a school trip can significantly enrich the educational experience, offering students hands-on learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Dorset, with its rich historical sites, stunning landscapes, and educational centres, provides a perfect backdrop for such ventures. Here are some top ideas for school trips in Dorset, each promising an...
An openDemocracy investigation has found that over the past five years, UK universities have received over £100 million in donations, funding, and sponsorships from arms companies. According to the investigation, Oxford University has taken approximately £17 million, with the lion's share of this money from Rolls Royce.
A new report by Campaign...
Volunteering with vulnerable groups offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals who need support and compassion. Your contribution can provide much-needed assistance and a sense of community to those who are often overlooked or marginalised. It's a chance to give back, using...
