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'National Service Teachers' call
Sir Michael Wilshaw says an 'invisible minority' of disadvantaged children are being let down

'National Service Teachers' call

An army of top teachers should be deployed in schools that are failing their poorest pupils, according to Sir Michael Wilshaw.

World news

Sopranos star James Gandolfini dies

Sopranos star James Gandolfini dies

James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his lead role in mob drama The Sopranos, has died in Italy, according to his managers.

Sport news

England coast into final

England coast into final

England had their bowlers and faulty South Africa batting to thank as they cruised into the Champions Trophy final with a seven-wicket win at The Oval.

Business news

Bonds announcement hits US stocks

Bonds announcement hits US stocks

US financial markets shuddered after the Federal Reserve said it could start scaling back its huge bond-buying programme later this year and end it by the middle of 2014.

Technology news

Microsoft U-turn on Xbox limits

Microsoft U-turn on Xbox limits

Microsoft has rolled back a much-criticised requirement that its forthcoming Xbox One gaming console be regularly connected to the internet, and made clear that there will be no limitations on sharing games.

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Earn £17,000 tax free

Earn £17,000 tax free

Save up to 50% on your electricity bills with solar panels in 2013.

5 good reasons to open an ISA

5 good reasons to open an ISA

Now is the time to up this year’s ISA allowance.

Showbiz news

Johnny Depp opens up about split

Johnny Depp opens up about split

Johnny Depp has confessed his split from Vanessa Paradis was "unpleasant" but said he had been determined to remain strong for the sake of his children.

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