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The 2026 "Writing the Chapter of Youth on the Land of the Motherland" Grand Ideological and Political Course will be held in Hefei, gathering prominent figures to inspire young people through various activities. It aims to promote patriotism, national pride, and scientifi…
Obstacles Keeping Young African Women Away from Scientific Studies and Tech Careers
Young African women face significant barriers in pursuing scientific and tech careers, including societal expectations, early domestic responsibilities, and gender stereotypes, leading to underrepresentation in these fields.
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to adopt a new map projection, Equal Earth, which more accurately represents the true sizes of continental landmasses, particularly Africa, challenging the centuries-old Mercator projection.
Hong Kong's medical leaders emphasize that future healthcare professionals must combine clinical expertise with emotional resilience, AI proficiency, and a drive for sector transformation.
Attackers are exploiting PaperCut flaws to steal credentials in education sector attacks.
Man Arrested for Spraying Substances at Teachers During Tokyo School Cultural Festival
Man arrested for spraying substances at teachers during Tokyo school cultural festival in Higashiyamato City, Tokyo.
UN General Assembly adopts new world map that shows Africa's true size
The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution encouraging the use of the Equal Earth projection map, which accurately depicts Africa's true size, unlike the traditional Mercator map.
Eighteen South African youth from disadvantaged backgrounds are heading to Cuba for medical studies through the Nelson Mandela Fidel Castro Medical Training Programme, supported by the Gauteng Department of Health.
Delhi HC directs NTA to declare NEET-UG re-examination results of two candidates within 24 hours and permits them to participate in counselling.
Five teachers at a government school in Peshawarabad, Peshawar, have been suspended after students were reportedly found doing cleaning and other manual tasks on school premises. An inquiry has been launched and the headmaster has been appointed to investigate the incident.
Two weeks ago, a doctor at a Karachi hospital whispered that a child was Down Syndrome in public. Parents of children with Down Syndrome face daily struggles in Pakistan.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced plans to establish over 1,000 RSS-affiliated Vidya Bharati schools in the state within a year, aiming to promote "nationalistic learning."
A deceased teacher, Victor Lee, has bequeathed $3.5 million to support education in Singapore. His will designates $500,000 to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF) and $1.5 million each to NUS and NTU.
Pakistan's Establishment Division has rejected recommendations to raise the age limit and increase the number of attempts for the Central Superior Services (CSS) examination, maintaining the current policy.
Trump administration pushes to remove tax exemptions for private universities with DEI policies
Trump administration proposes stripping tax-exempt status from private universities with DEI policies, targeting 'woke' campaigns favoring certain students.
Tether sued over frozen USDT, 6,600 students get crypto loans in Asia.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) will conduct a special entrance test (SET) 2026 for undergraduate admissions to B.Ed, BA JMC, and B.Ed (Special Education) programs, with the application deadline set for September 9.
Punjab's Class 9 exam results show low pass rates, particularly in government schools. Boys from government schools failed at a higher rate than girls.
NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani announces a one-year ban on AI in public elementary and middle schools, affecting about 600,000 students.
NBEMS urges NEET PG 2026 candidates and stakeholders to comply with confidentiality requirements and avoid sharing recall-based questions.
Kyiv school year begins under the shadow of air raid sirens
Children in Kyiv began their new school year with a ceremony that was interrupted by an air raid alert, just hours after Russian missile strikes hit the capital.
Charities in Sussex warn that new school uniform costs are adding significant financial pressure on struggling families, despite government rules aimed at reducing expenses by limiting branded items.
HKIS resolves legal dispute with LCMS, ending its association and making a substantial payment.
UK houses near top state schools cost an extra £40,000 on average, research finds. The premium varies across the country, with the biggest in Sutton Coldfield.
High school student Ruchira Shree interned at a Native American math camp and helped students earn ham radio licenses.
Veteran diplomat Tommy Koh has won the 2026 Ramon Magsaysay Award for his contributions to diplomacy and public service in Asia.
Gujarat schools remain closed on holidays due to floods, but the government allows them to open on public holidays to meet 120 working days in the first semester. Textbooks are being distributed to affected schools.
Madras High Court rules children can claim reservation through their mother's caste, not father's, in Puducherry, India.
Inside Afghanistan’s secret schools for girls
A secret school for girls in Afghanistan provides education despite Taliban bans.
Workers in Singapore are leveraging AI to improve workplace safety and streamline processes, thanks to training programs like NTUC LearningHub.