London fire chief: We 'failed' young firefighter who took his own life
London Fire Brigade should have provided better support to a young firefighter who tragically took his own life. The investigation found no evidence of bullying based on race or other factors. [ more ]
District attorney won't bring charges in Nex Benedict's death, calls fight 'mutual combat'
The district attorney in Tulsa County, Oklahoma decided not to bring charges in the death of Nex Benedict, citing a lack of evidence for prosecution.
Medical examiner determined Benedict's death as suicide due to drug combination, but family questions this conclusion and highlights fight injuries. [ more ]
The Ruth Perry tragedy must mark the end of Ofsted's reign of fear | Polly Toynbee
Ruth Perry's suicide marks the end of an era of pitiless exam and inspection-driven education in England.
The culture of terror-inspections by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission is under scrutiny and condemned for its impact on public services. [ more ]
Jewish parents call for protection, sensitivity for their children in Los Angeles schools
Jewish parents in Los Angeles are calling on the Board of Education to address antisemitism on local campuses.
Parents are asking for staff training on antisemitism, classroom instruction on recognizing antisemitism and the Holocaust, and adoption of the definition of antisemitism from the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. [ more ]
Gen Z Teens Are Covering Their Noses In Family Photos In New Trend
Millennials captured moments on camera without worrying about their parents sharing them on social media, while Gen Z kids are concerned about their privacy.
Gen Z kids have started participating in the 'nose cover' trend, where they cover their faces in photos they don't want to be a part of. [ more ]
'F-king unhinged' TikTok boss reportedly placed on leave after allegedly bullying women
TikTok executive Tobias Henning placed on leave due to toxic work environment with allegations of bullying, mansplaining, and sexual harassment. [ more ]
Superintendent fired after her daughter's softball rival alleged retaliation
Marian Kim Phelps, a school district superintendent, allegedly bullied and disciplined a student perceived as a rival to her daughter, leading to her firing. [ more ]
Chelsea fans aim vile chants at Arsenal's Declan Rice about his girlfriend
Chelsea fans targeted Declan Rice's girlfriend, Lauren Fryer, with vile chants during a match, highlighting issue of online and offline abuse in sports. [ more ]
A fight in Amherst, Massachusetts around racism, transgender rights, and teachers' unions has caused division in the community.
Debate in Amherst Regional Middle School includes incidents of bullying, harmful encounters with counselors, and religious bias against LGBTQ+ students. [ more ]
After Nex Benedict's death, 350 LGBTQ+ groups, activists, and celebs urge Oklahoma superintendent's removal
More than 350 LGBTQ+ organizations are urging the removal of Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters for fostering hate and bigotry.
The demand follows the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict and Walters' refusal to recognize gender identities beyond the male/female binary. [ more ]
Oklahoma police are investigating a nonbinary teen's death after a fight in a high school bathroom
Bullying over gender identity may have been a factor in the altercation that led to the death of 16-year-old Nex Benedict at a high school in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma police are investigating the incident and awaiting the cause of death, while the family of Nex Benedict described the teen as nonbinary and facing harassment. [ more ]
Oklahoma student dies one day after fight in high school bathroom
Officials are raising questions about the circumstances surrounding the death of a 16-year-old student after a school fight.
The Cherokee Nation's Chief expressed the need for a thorough investigation into the incident and recognized the importance of acknowledging the student's identity. [ more ]
Wyoming school principal axes antibullying play over gay character
A middle school in Wyoming canceled a student play about bullying due to its LGBTQ+ content, but the show has now gone on with sponsorship of a community theater group.
Principal Robert Daniel canceled the play after seeing a preview performance and stated that it was promoting LGBTQ+. [ more ]
Handcuffed and sent to the ER - for misbehavior: Schools are sending more kids to the hospital
Some schools are sending students to the emergency room for psychiatric evaluations in response to behaviors caused by bullying or frustration over assignments.
Black students and students with disabilities are disproportionately affected by these removals. [ more ]