Headteacher Alex Crossman of the London Academy of Excellence disagrees with the Prime Minister’s call for the Netflix drama Adolescence to be shown in schools, expressing concerns that the show may inadvertently normalize toxic masculinity behaviors among teenage boys. Despite the drama’s positive male role models, Crossman believes that the complex issues raised by the show require expert guidance that not every teacher possesses, and that the risk of reinforcing negative behaviors outweighs the potential benefits of showing the series to students at risk of radicalization.
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Metro launches London Grassroots Music Tube Map to spotlight city’s top venues
Metro is collaborating with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and music industry leaders to highlight London's grassroots music scene, crucial to the city's cultural identity. An innovative Tube map featuring artists and venues, including legends like Pink Floyd and contemporary stars such as Loyle Carner, will be released to emphasize the importance of these spaces, as many face challenges post-pandemic. With only 179 grassroots venues remaining in London, the campaign aims to protect and encourage...
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