Trump administration’s agenda to dismantle the US Education Department: How far will it go?
For decades, the United States Department of Education has played a central, if sometimes contentious, role in American schooling. It distributes billions in federal funding, oversees civil rights enforcement, and tracks student achievement. But the Trump administration has set its sights on a more radical transformation: dismantling the department entirely. Recent developments offer a glimpse […]
Sanae Takaichi education and career path: How a staunch conservative became Japan’s first female prime minister
Inspired by Baroness Margaret Thatcher, Sanae Takaichi long aspired to become Japan’s “Iron Lady.” It was only on her third attempt that the 64-year-old achieved a milestone long pursued by women in Japanese politics. In a historic parliamentary vote, she was confirmed as Japan’s first female prime minister, closing a chapter on decades of persistence […]
Trump’s higher education compact: Which universities have not rejected it yet and why
Which universities have not rejected Trump’s higher education compact yet and why The Trump administration recently approached nine major universities with a proposal linking federal funding to alignment with the president’s priorities. The plan, reported by The New York Times, included conditions stating that academic freedom is not absolute and that universities might need to […]
Schools and colleges closed tomorrow in Kerala’s Idukki district due to heavy rain: Check official notice here
In Kerala, authorities have taken precautionary measures as heavy rainfall and strong winds continue to affect the region. The Idukki District Collector has declared a holiday for all educational institutions, including professional colleges, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. This closure, however, does not extend to residential institutions, where students stay on campus. The decision follows […]
US lawsuit targets Kamehameha Schools over DEI admissions favouring Native Hawaiians, claims racial discrimination
US lawsuit challenges DEI admissions policy at Hawaii’s Kamehameha Schools. (AP Photo) A lawsuit has been filed in US federal court in Honolulu challenging the admissions policy of Kamehameha Schools, a prestigious private school system in Hawaii that prioritises applicants of Native Hawaiian ancestry. The complaint was lodged by Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), a […]
Financial strain and debt stop 53% of US high schoolers from going to college: What alternatives are students turning to instead?
Financial strain and debt stops 53% of US high schoolers from going to college For many American students, the decision to attend college is no longer just about ambition, curiosity, or career goals—it’s about money. A new Ellucian Student Voice Report 2025, based on a survey of over 1,500 learners, finds that financial concerns remain […]
Carabid beetles as potential bioindicators to track soil microplastics
The carabid ground beetles of the family Carabidae are as common as they come. These little nocturnal hunters are found in almost any terrestrial habitat on the planet. To some, they’re simply pests — infamous for their pungent smell, which they emit when they’re threatened. Others, but farmers in particular, are fond of them because […]
Malala Yousafzai educational qualifications and career path: From Swat Valley to Oxford and global activism
Malala Yousafzai memoir reveals personal life and activism journey, including secret romance and family tensions. (Getty Images) Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani activist who survived a Taliban assassination attempt at age 15 for advocating girls’ education, has become a global symbol of resilience and empowerment. Born in 1997 in Mingora, Swat Valley, Pakistan, she rose to […]
What are transient lunar phenomena?
Scientists have interpreted the TLPs’ existence to mean the moon is more dynamic than they once believed. | Photo Credit: Mike Petrucci/Unsplash For centuries, sky-gazers have reported seeing peculiar, short-lived events on the moon’s surface, from strange flashes of light to hazy glows and patches of unusual colour. These fleeting occurrences are called transient lunar […]
Karnataka TET notification 2025 released: Registration begins October 23 onwards, check eligibility here
Karnataka TET notification 2025 released The Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) 2025 notification has been officially released by the Department of School Education, Karnataka. This exam is a mandatory requirement for candidates aspiring to teach in classes 1 to 8 in government, aided, and private schools across the state. KARTET serves as a benchmark to […]