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New York officials return more than 650 antiquities valued at $14m to India

Move comes after mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke on return of the Koh-i-noor diamond after UK royals’ visit to New YorkHundreds of antiquities valued at $14m have been returned to India by New York authorities, including some connected to the alleged art smuggler Subhash Kapoor, in a move that is likely to raise the pressure on others to make similar gestures.The return of 657 antiquities was announced by the Manhattan district attorney, Alvin Bragg Jr, on Tuesday, and came as New York City’s mayor,...

Ta’alouf program drives inclusive education at Abu Dhabi School

Dubai: Amal Mohammed Al Mansoor, principal of a private school in Abu Dhabi, has described the Ta’alouf program as a defining milestone in her educational journey, helping reshape her approach to inclusive learning and student support.The year-long academic program equips educators and parents with practical tools to better understand, support and advocate for students of determination. Since its launch, it has reached more than 9,000 community members and is delivered by Al Jalila Foundation, s...

UK stole 25 million years of life and labour through slavery in Barbados, research finds

Experts estimate ‘accounting of the harm that was done’ by 200 years of chattel slavery would be US$2tn in damagesBritain stole 25 million years of life and labour through slavery in Barbados, according to new research by a team of international experts.Their report concludes that Barbados’s population of African descent have suffered damages estimated at up to US$2tn (£1.5tn) from 200 years of chattel slavery. Continue reading...

Woman born deep in Texas backwoods during racist Jim Crow era doesn't officially exist - and says the issue is now making her life hell

Woman born deep in Texas backwoods during racist Jim Crow era doesn't officially exist - and says the issue is now making her life hellBy ANNA WRIGHT, U.S. REPORTER Published: 14:40, 30 April 2026 | Updated: 14:40, 30 April 2026 e-mail View comments

How to get glowing skin: धूप से चेहरा हो गया काला? महंगे फेशियल नहीं, इन दो चीजों से मिलेगा गुलाबी निखार

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What is Ofsted and how does the new school ratings system work?

What is Ofsted and how does the new school ratings system work?30 April 2026ShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesThe National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) school leaders' union says Ofsted's new inspection framework is "unfairly penalising" schools in England with higher numbers of pupils who are disadvantaged, or have special educational needs (SEN).Ofsted's new report card system replaced its previous one or two-word judgements in November, a move the government says will help...

Children's books with pro-migrant messaging that teach pupils 'everybody's welcome' are being shared in scheme promoted at more than 1,000 schools

Children's books with pro-migrant messaging that teach pupils 'everybody's welcome' are being shared in scheme promoted at more than 1,000 schoolsBy MATT STRUDWICK, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 12:36, 30 April 2026 | Updated: 12:37, 30 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Budh Purnima 2026: कल बुद्ध पूर्णिमा पर जरूर करें ये दान, घर में आएगी खुशहाली

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The new culture wars (no, not those ones): leading London creatives demand change to save the future of art

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CBSE parenting calendar triggers debate on schools guiding parents

CBSE parenting calendar triggers debate on schools guiding parents

When will Tamil Nadu Board declare Class 10, 12 results? Check latest updates here

When will Tamil Nadu Board declare Class results Check latest updates here

2 घंटे नेटफ्ल‍िक्स और क्र‍िकेट, स‍िर्फ 4 घंटे पढ़ाई... ऐसे सिद्धार्थ ने 12वीं में पाए 99.25%, बनेंगे कॉर्पोरेट लाॅयर

The science genius who made architecture look cool, but India forgot him

The science genius who made architecture look cool but India forgot him

Rome did not fall: Scientists say it became modern instead

Rome did not fall Scientists say it became modern instead

Which city is known as the Orange City of India?

Which city is known as the Orange City of India

Press freedom worldwide falls to its lowest level in 25 years

Reporters Without Borders warns that 'journalism is increasingly criminalised worldwide'.

Self-declared 'King of Switzerland' builds empire of 117,000 square miles by systematically claiming 'ownerless' land sparking fury among politicians

Self-declared 'King of Switzerland' builds empire of 117,000 square metres by systematically claiming 'ownerless' land sparking fury among politiciansBy TARYN KAUR PEDLER, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 09:40, 30 April 2026 | Updated: 09:44, 30 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Foundations of the Future: BNW Developments on curating a world-class legacy for the global citizen

For decades, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) was the UAE’s best-kept secret: a serene escape of terracotta dunes and jagged Hajar peaks. Today, that secret has evolved into a global headline. The "Nature Emirate" is undergoing a metamorphosis so dramatic it is capturing the international spotlight. This growth is not the result of a single entity, but a collective surge of infrastructure, tourism, and real estate investment; it is a momentum in which BNW Developments plays a significant role as the largest...

Jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai wins freedom of speech award in Germany

Media tycoon honoured in absentia as critics decry his 20-year sentence under national security lawThe jailed media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai has been awarded Deutsche Welle’s freedom of speech award for his contribution to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement.The German public broadcaster said on Thursday that Lai would be presented in absentia with the 12th iteration of the award on 23 June at the DW Global Media Forum in Bonn. Continue reading...

What is May Flower Full Moon 2026? Know date, time and how to watch in India

What is May Flower Full Moon Know date time and how to watch in India