AI in Classrooms Backlash: In a CNN interview, US education chief Linda McMahon said students use computers as “one-on-one” tutors, but educators reacted sharply to her AI remarks, warning it treats pupils like “guinea pigs” and risks sidelining teachers. School Safeguarding Case: Britain’s tribunal let an Afghan-born maths teacher keep his job after finding his late-night, highly personal emails to a teenage pupil went too far, though it rejected a sexual relationship allegation. Heat, Water and Learning Pressure: Europe’s extreme heat is drying rivers and straining economies, while in London some residents report months-long running-water failures that disrupt families with school-age children. Future-Ready Education Push: Qatar’s education ministry says it’s using technology and teacher training to improve outcomes and inclusion as the new academic year starts. Student Innovation: An 18-year-old Irish student’s plant-based plastic aims to biodegrade quickly and help tackle microplastics, with enzyme costs bridged through research partners. EU Child Rights: SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria, with EU support, calls for stronger coordination to protect children’s rights via a new child and youth ombuds office.