Scotland set for peace broker
THE possibility of making Scotland an "alternative dispute resolution centre" of the world is set to be debated in Edinburgh. news.scotsman.com |
Students feeling pinch more than ever as cash applications hit high
THE soaring number of students applying for financial help because of hardship has reached a new high. news.scotsman.com |
How long does it take six high-flying pupils to reach school? Only 47 seconds
FOR most pupils the journey to school involves nothing more exciting than a short walk or bus ride. news.scotsman.com |
Sports of The Times: Balancing Success on the Field and in Class
Always sit up front in class. That has been Colt McCoy’s rule for himself in every class he has taken at the University of Texas. feeds.nytimes.com |
Seeking Grants, Paterson Urges Education Changes
A bill proposed by Gov. David A. Paterson would, among other things, eliminate the cap on charter schools in a bid to qualify the state for $700 million in federal money. feeds.nytimes.com |