Some parents think their kids don't really need school anymore
Poor attendance is one of the biggest issues facing schools right now.
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Howe insists Newcastle can still salvage season after FA Cup exit
Newcastle United's 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester City has left them without a shot at silverware, but manager Eddie Howe said his side still have plenty to play for in the final months of the season as they chase qualification for European football.
Manchester United eyeing Barcelona star with big contract and more transfer rumours
Manchester United are setting their sights on an audacious swoop for highly-rated Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde this summer. That's according to reports from The Express amid ongoing financial concerns at the Camp Nou which could force the Catalan giants into cashing-in on some prized assets.
Liverpool great Steven Gerrard admits regret over ex Manchester United manager
Steven Gerrard never wanted to play for Manchester United, but he does regret never playing under the stewardship of Jose Mourinho.
Greater Manchester town to build 11,500 new homes as part of controversial housing plan
More than 11,500 new homes are due to be built in Oldham by 2037 as part of a hotly debated Greater Manchester housing plan. After a decade of discussions, the council voted to accept the ‘Places for Everyone’ (PfE) plan at a full council meeting on Wednesday March 13.
Real Madrid boss Ancelotti urges 'zero tolerance' of racist abuse in LaLiga
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti called for a zero tolerance policy against LaLiga's recurring "racism problem" following more incidents of racist abuse directed at forward Vinicius Jr.
Man City predicted line-up vs Newcastle as Mateo Kovacic and Phil Foden start
Manchester City will be targeting a place in the semi-finals of the FA Cup when they lock horns with Newcastle United in the quarter-finals at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening.
Two boys, 16, released on bail after reported rape in Bolton park
Two teenage boys have have been released on bail after a reported rape in a park in Bolton.