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US campuses erupt in protest over Trump’s higher education compact

More than a hundred college campuses across the United States became centers of political activism on Friday as students, faculty, and staff joined forces to oppose what they called an unprecedented intrusion of political ideology into higher education. The coordinated demonstrations, held under the nationwide campaign “Students Rise Up,” were a direct response to the Trump administration’s proposed Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, a new federal initiative that criti

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08 Nov 2025 13:25 PM 311 views

US campuses erupt in protest over Trump’s higher education compact

More than a hundred college campuses across the United States became centers of political activism on Friday as students, faculty, and staff joined forces to oppose what they called an unprecedented intrusion of political ideology into higher education. The coordinated demonstrations, held under the nationwide campaign “Students Rise Up,” were a direct response to the Trump administration’s proposed Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, a new federal initiative that criti

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Gen Z Leads Protests in POK Against Shehbaz Govt Over Fees and E-Marking

The streets of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) are once again engulfed in protests, this time led by Gen Z students angered by rising tuition fees and a controversial digital evaluation system. What began as a small student-led protest over unfair exam results has evolved into a large-scale anti-government movement targeting the Shehbaz Sharif administration. Demonstrations first erupted in Muzaffarabad, where students voiced outrage over the newly introduced e-marking system. The i

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06 Nov 2025 11:26 AM 208 views

Gen Z Leads Protests in POK Against Shehbaz Govt Over Fees and E-Marking

The streets of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) are once again engulfed in protests, this time led by Gen Z students angered by rising tuition fees and a controversial digital evaluation system. What began as a small student-led protest over unfair exam results has evolved into a large-scale anti-government movement targeting the Shehbaz Sharif administration. Demonstrations first erupted in Muzaffarabad, where students voiced outrage over the newly introduced e-marking system. The i

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Ohio Senate advances ‘Success Sequence’ bill aiming to cut poverty rates

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Senate has passed a controversial education bill that would introduce a new course for middle and high school students centered on what lawmakers are calling the “Success Sequence.” Supporters say the proposed curriculum offers young people a roadmap to financial independence and reduced poverty, while critics argue it simplifies complex economic issues and risks stigmatizing those who struggle. The legislation, sponsored by Republican State Senator A

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25 Oct 2025 14:29 PM 390 views

Ohio Senate advances ‘Success Sequence’ bill aiming to cut poverty rates

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Senate has passed a controversial education bill that would introduce a new course for middle and high school students centered on what lawmakers are calling the “Success Sequence.” Supporters say the proposed curriculum offers young people a roadmap to financial independence and reduced poverty, while critics argue it simplifies complex economic issues and risks stigmatizing those who struggle. The legislation, sponsored by Republican State Senator A

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Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth ISD amid low academic performance

The Texas Education Agency has announced that it will assume control of Fort Worth Independent School District, marking one of the state’s most significant education interventions in recent years. TEA Commissioner Mike Morath confirmed Thursday that a board of managers will be appointed to replace the district’s elected school board, citing chronic academic underperformance as the driving factor behind the decision. Under state law, the appointed board will have the same powers

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23 Oct 2025 15:55 PM 478 views

Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth ISD amid low academic performance

The Texas Education Agency has announced that it will assume control of Fort Worth Independent School District, marking one of the state’s most significant education interventions in recent years. TEA Commissioner Mike Morath confirmed Thursday that a board of managers will be appointed to replace the district’s elected school board, citing chronic academic underperformance as the driving factor behind the decision. Under state law, the appointed board will have the same powers

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Vivek Ramaswamy pushes education reform and school choice in Ohio

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy presented his vision for the future of education in the state during a campaign event in Hilliard on Wednesday night. The Republican candidate spoke to supporters about what he sees as a critical need for reform in Ohio’s schools, putting forth a series of proposals that immediately drew both strong support and vocal opposition. His agenda focused heavily on eliminating teachers’ unions, creating a system

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21 Aug 2025 15:10 PM 662 views

Vivek Ramaswamy pushes education reform and school choice in Ohio

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy presented his vision for the future of education in the state during a campaign event in Hilliard on Wednesday night. The Republican candidate spoke to supporters about what he sees as a critical need for reform in Ohio’s schools, putting forth a series of proposals that immediately drew both strong support and vocal opposition. His agenda focused heavily on eliminating teachers’ unions, creating a system

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US higher education faces policy shift as Trump team targets international student enrolment

A quiet but significant shift is underway in American higher education policy, driven by the Trump administration’s recent actions toward universities that rely heavily on international students. What initially appeared to be a response to campus antisemitism has broadened into a strategy aimed at reducing the presence of foreign students in US academic institutions. At the center of this change is a controversial federal settlement reached after the White House withheld over $400 million

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08 Aug 2025 12:16 PM 407 views

US higher education faces policy shift as Trump team targets international student enrolment

A quiet but significant shift is underway in American higher education policy, driven by the Trump administration’s recent actions toward universities that rely heavily on international students. What initially appeared to be a response to campus antisemitism has broadened into a strategy aimed at reducing the presence of foreign students in US academic institutions. At the center of this change is a controversial federal settlement reached after the White House withheld over $400 million

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The Overloaded Lives of School Kids: No Time to Be a Child

In the hustle and bustle of urban life, the lives of many school-going children in metro cities have become as demanding as those of working professionals. With school hours extending beyond 10 hours a day, children like 11-year-old Rhea find themselves waking up early and going to bed late, with little time for play or relaxation. As schools try to keep pace with academic demands, extracurricular activities, and working parents' convenience, the impact on

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16 Jul 2025 01:06 AM 543 views

The Overloaded Lives of School Kids: No Time to Be a Child

In the hustle and bustle of urban life, the lives of many school-going children in metro cities have become as demanding as those of working professionals. With school hours extending beyond 10 hours a day, children like 11-year-old Rhea find themselves waking up early and going to bed late, with little time for play or relaxation. As schools try to keep pace with academic demands, extracurricular activities, and working parents' convenience, the impact on

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Vinod Khosla: AI Will Disrupt Elite Universities and High-Status Professions by 2035

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

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15 Jun 2025 08:29 AM 572 views

Vinod Khosla: AI Will Disrupt Elite Universities and High-Status Professions by 2035

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

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Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race

Austin state Representative Vikki Goodwin, a Democrat, has officially entered the 2026 race for Texas lieutenant governor, setting up a high-stakes political showdown with Republican incumbent Dan Patrick. The announcement, made Tuesday, introduces Goodwin as a challenger willing to confront long-standing Republican control in Texas with a platform centered on public service, transparency, and essential policy reforms. Goodwin, who has served four terms in the Texas House representi

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20 May 2025 23:57 PM 691 views

Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race

Austin state Representative Vikki Goodwin, a Democrat, has officially entered the 2026 race for Texas lieutenant governor, setting up a high-stakes political showdown with Republican incumbent Dan Patrick. The announcement, made Tuesday, introduces Goodwin as a challenger willing to confront long-standing Republican control in Texas with a platform centered on public service, transparency, and essential policy reforms. Goodwin, who has served four terms in the Texas House representi

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Bill Gates Pledges $200 Billion to Aid Global Future

Despite mounting global challenges, tech magnate and philanthropist Bill Gates is confident humanity is on track to build a better world over the next two decades. In a recent interview and an accompanying blog post, the Microsoft co-founder shared his bold vision of a more equitable future and committed to donating a staggering $200 billion through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation over the next 20 years. Gates’ announcement comes at a critical juncture. As geopolitical

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19 May 2025 01:00 AM 925 views

Bill Gates Pledges $200 Billion to Aid Global Future

Despite mounting global challenges, tech magnate and philanthropist Bill Gates is confident humanity is on track to build a better world over the next two decades. In a recent interview and an accompanying blog post, the Microsoft co-founder shared his bold vision of a more equitable future and committed to donating a staggering $200 billion through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation over the next 20 years. Gates’ announcement comes at a critical juncture. As geopolitical

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CBSE Shifts to Relative Grading for Board Exams

In a major overhaul of its evaluation process, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially implemented a relative grading system for Class 10 and 12 board examinations starting with the 2024 batch. This significant reform moves away from the traditional absolute marking method and aims to bring fairness, reduce student stress, and align Indian academic assessments with international practices. Under the relative grading model, students' performance is assessed

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13 May 2025 03:38 AM 1.09k views

CBSE Shifts to Relative Grading for Board Exams

In a major overhaul of its evaluation process, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially implemented a relative grading system for Class 10 and 12 board examinations starting with the 2024 batch. This significant reform moves away from the traditional absolute marking method and aims to bring fairness, reduce student stress, and align Indian academic assessments with international practices. Under the relative grading model, students' performance is assessed

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US campuses erupt in protest over Trump’s higher education compact

US campuses erupt in protest over Trump’s higher education compact

Gen Z Leads Protests in POK Against Shehbaz Govt Over Fees and E-Marking

Gen Z Leads Protests in POK Against Shehbaz Govt Over Fees and E-Marking

Ohio Senate advances ‘Success Sequence’ bill aiming to cut poverty rates

Ohio Senate advances ‘Success Sequence’ bill aiming to cut poverty rates

Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth ISD amid low academic performance

Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth ISD amid low academic performance

Vivek Ramaswamy pushes education reform and school choice in Ohio

Vivek Ramaswamy pushes education reform and school choice in Ohio

US higher education faces policy shift as Trump team targets international student enrolment

US higher education faces policy shift as Trump team targets international student enrolment

The Overloaded Lives of School Kids: No Time to Be a Child

The Overloaded Lives of School Kids: No Time to Be a Child

Vinod Khosla: AI Will Disrupt Elite Universities and High-Status Professions by 2035

Vinod Khosla: AI Will Disrupt Elite Universities and High-Status Professions by 2035

Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race

Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race

Bill Gates Pledges $200 Billion to Aid Global Future

Bill Gates Pledges $200 Billion to Aid Global Future

CBSE Shifts to Relative Grading for Board Exams

CBSE Shifts to Relative Grading for Board Exams

Houston travelers face possible delays as FAA cuts air traffic nationwide

India Ready for Davis Cup 2025 Playoffs Against Togo with Strong Preparations

Trump taps former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard as US intel chief; Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

How AI Can Simplify Real Estate Decisions for NRIs in the US

Myntra Launches 30-Minute Delivery with M-Now

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan's Health Worries Fans Amid Back Pain and High Fever Reports

Indian-origin businessman dies after brutal attack in Edmonton, Canada

Dogs falling ill after visiting Nuevo Dog Park in Santa Clara remain a concern

KKR Names Ajinkya Rahane as Captain, Venkatesh Iyer as Vice-Captain for IPL 2025 Title Defense

China spacecraft to try to land on Moon's far side

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