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School bus drops 5-year-old miles from home

University in Hong Kong rejects hundreds of applicants over fake credentials
A top university in Hong Kong has said it rejected “several hundred” admission applications over suspicions they used fraudulent qualifications and stepped up its vetting process with the help of technology such as artificial intelligence. The...

Universities risk sanctions over Gaza protests – Watchdog
UNITED KINGDOM Free speech director at the watchdog for higher education in England has said universities could face sanctions if pro-Palestinian protests descend into harassment and discrimination against Jewish students on campus, writes Joshua...

Universities’ meal pre-order move draws criticism
ISTANBUL Universities across Türkiye are increasingly implementing advanced food pre-order systems in their cafeterias, strategically designed to significantly reduce food waste and optimize the allocation of public resources. However, the new...

University of Fort Hare Stands By Vice-Chancellor Amid Destructive Protests
The University of Fort Hare (UFH) has affirmed that Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu will remain in his position, following a week of intense student protests that culminated in the arson of several key university buildings and a...

Johor’s YPJ College gets nod to become university college, degree intake next year
KOTA TINGGI, Oct 11 — State-owned Kolej Pendidikan Yayasan Pelajaran Johor (YPJ College) will be upgraded to a university college following approval from the Higher Education Ministry on October 7. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi made...

Schoolboy beats over 200 adult anglers to win silver medal
A junior who in the past has received rave reviews from some of the sport’s biggest names, including Des Shipp and Brad Lucas, showed more signs that he is destined for the top by finishing runner-up in the Division Two National. Dylan Egan only...
Schools told to use face masks to curb spread of influenza
NIBONG TEBAL: The Education Ministry is encouraging the use of face masks in all schools to curb the spread of infectious diseases such as influenza-like illness (ILI), not only among students but also teachers and school staff. Education Minister...

School bus dropped off 5-year-old student miles from home, family says
AMADOR COUNTY. Calif. (KMAX/KOVR) - It was supposed to be just another school day for 5-year-old Hendrix Camden, but he was instead dropped off on the side of the road over three miles away from home. “I was sad,” the Amador County Unified School...

College football expert predicts what will happen between James Franklin, Penn State
Penn State suffered a stunning loss to UCLA as a more than three-touchdown favorite last weekend, leading to speculation about James Franklin and his future leading the Nittany Lions. College football expert Chris “The Bear” Fallica spoke on his...

Anwar’s UTP dialogue strengthens university role in national development
SERI ISKANDAR: The ‘Anwar Meeting with Universiti Teknologi Petronas Students’ programme provided students with direct interaction opportunities with national leadership. This event at the UTP Chancellery demonstrated confidence in the younger...

Telangana school teachers to embark on global learning tour
The Telangana School Education Department will send 160 teachers and officials on an international educational exchange tour to Singapore, Finland, Vietnam, and Japan in October–November 2025. Selected staff will study global best practices in...

Modernise school fee processes; use UPI: Education ministry to states
The Union education ministry has asked states to modernise fee collection processes in schools by using UPI to improve transparency and enhance convenience for parents. In a first-of-its-kind move, the Department of School Education and Literacy...

Mask up in school, urges minister after flu outbreaks
While influenza cases have been detected in schools, education minister Fadhlina Sidek said the situation is under control. (Bernama pic) NIBONG TEBAL: The education ministry is encouraging the use of face masks in all schools to curb the spread...

AI education to begin from Class 3 in schools from 2026-27: Ministry of Education
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will soon become part of India’s school curriculum for all students from Class 3 onwards, starting from the 2026-27 academic session. The Ministry of Education has said that a comprehensive framework for integrating AI...

Punjab Schools Ordered to Set Up Anti-Harassment Committees
The Punjab government has made it compulsory for all public schools across the province to establish anti-harassment committees to ensure a safe and respectful environment for students. The directive was issued by the School Education Department...
Eastwood recognizes students who had perfect test scores last year
PEMBERVILLE — Eastwood Schools’ Board of Education has commended several students for earning perfect test scores during the 2024-25 school year. At Monday’s board meeting, elementary Assistant Principal Emily Mennitt recognized “a group of...

Sindh Announces Promotions for Teachers and School Employees
The Sindh government has decided to promote teachers and non-teaching employees of the School Education Department to the next grade, officials confirmed on Saturday. According to a notification, the School Education Department has instructed all...

Jodhpur engineering university awards 120 marks in 100-mark paper, sparks outrage
In an embarrassment for MBM Engineering University, Jodhpur, the institution has landed in controversy after awarding up to 120 marks in a 100-mark paper to BE second-semester students. The results, briefly published on the university website,...