In Serbia, protests against the government have continued despite promises of an anti-corruption campaign by President Vucic. Locals have supported the protesters with homemade pies and hot tea, while students have taken over university buildings and blocked highways to demand justice for those responsible in the roof collapse at their university. The students are calling for the publication of documents related to the incident, dismissal of charges against protesting students, and an increased budget for higher education.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/thousands-march-through-serbia-demanding-justice-after-deadly-train-disaster-13863696.htmlLinda McMahon has secured support from Utah's congressional delegation, including Sen. Mike Lee and Rep. Burgess Owens, after her confirmation hearing. As Secretary of Education, she aims to promote transparency, educational freedom, and excellence in the classroom. The Department of Education oversees various programs, including the Every Student Succeeds Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and federal student loan and grant programs. McMahon plans to preserve key initiatives like Title I money for low-income schools and Pell grants, but seeks to improve efficiency by potentially moving certain programs to other agencies.
https://www.deseret.com/utah/2025/02/14/trump-education-cabinet-linda-mcmahon-pro-wrestling/President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s commitment to education infrastructure was marked by the inauguration of a new building at Senate President Neptali A. Gonzales Integrated School in Mandaluyong City, where Education Secretary Sonny Angara officially opened a 24-classroom facility as part of the school's expansion under Republic Act 11305, increasing its total classrooms to 96, including 21 specialized laboratories and offices.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/02/14/tmt-newswire/pbbm-angara-fast-track-education-infrastructure-with-new-school-building-in-mandaluyong/2055317Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder emphasized the importance of discussing education challenges to ensure a brighter future for children, citing their role as the next generation and the need for tangible actions to address obstacles.
https://whyy.org/articles/montgomery-county-children-first-education-falling-behind/A federal judge has blocked Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing sensitive U.S. Treasury Department material, dealing a setback to his grip on the Education Department. The Institute of Education Sciences (IES), which tracks student progress and evaluates the effectiveness of federal programs, has had 169 contracts cut by DOGE, including $1.5 million for training in diversity, equity and inclusion. Advocates say the cuts are counterproductive and destructive, as they could hurt accountability and leave the nation in the dark on schools' effectiveness. The cuts include research on teaching elementary school reading, math learning acceleration, and supports for youth with disabilities. The Education Department's spokesperson says the action will not affect its primary work, including the NAEP assessment and College Scorecard.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/doge-cuts-900-million-from-agency-that-tracks-american-students-academic-progress/article69209757.eceThe Telangana government plans to collaborate with NGOs to enhance school education in the state. As part of this initiative, NGOs will receive support from the government to expand their reach and improve educational outcomes. A motivational session was recently conducted for Class X students and staff at ZPHS, Bahadurguda, Saroornagar, where Smt. Mrittika Banerjee led the event.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/govt-to-take-ngos-help-to-improve-school-education-1860947The General Education department has filed a complaint against a YouTuber who posted a video urging students not to attend school before the March higher secondary examinations. The Pathanamthitta Deputy Director of Education reported the issue to the district Superintendent of Police, and Minister V. Sivankutty directed the Director of General Education to intervene. The DGE will meet with the State Police Chief in person. The Federation of Higher Secondary Teachers' Association has sought a case against the YouTube channel and the YouTuber, alleging that the video mocked current education practices and teachers.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/general-education-department-files-complaint-against-youtuber/article69212345.eceBitar emphasizes the importance of digital training as a key component of a culture of continuous learning, highlighting its role in boosting productivity and competitiveness among companies that invest in employee development. He advocates for a "learn first" approach to stay ahead of technological advancements and foster sustainable innovation.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/business/70-companies-prioritise-digital-transformation-%E2%80%94-intajPakistan's government is under pressure to reform its education system due to low literacy rates and inadequate infrastructure. Tania Hussain, a prominent education activist, has called for the implementation of innovative policies that prioritize transparency. This could involve increasing funding for schools, improving teacher training programs, and introducing standardized testing to ensure accountability.
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