Kim Kardashian has completed a legal apprenticeship and is now eligible to take the California bar exam after dedicating 18 hours a week for six years to studying under lawyer Jessica Jackson's mentorship, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
https://apnews.com/article/kim-kardashian-lawyer-apprenticeship-3a6501cf3f7d5bc4412c412409b9b4ddKenya's Governor Mohamed Khalif has extended the lifespan of a bursary fund to benefit students, particularly in Mandera County. In his state of the county address, he announced that Sh3.74 billion was allocated to the education sector, which is 9% of the total budget. The Elimu kwa Wote initiative, launched by Khalif in January 2023, has seen a return of students who previously dropped out due to financial constraints. The governor praised the programme as a success, despite some challenges, and promised to cover 60% of school fees for Mandera residents.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/counties/north-eastern/2025-05-22-mandera-county-assembly-backs-extension-of-education-bursary-fundA new bill in Montana aims to improve financial conditions for teachers, including a 4.2% raise and a $1,500 cost of living stipend starting in the 2026-27 school year. The STARS Act is seen as a step forward by educators like Bertram and Matthews, who believe addressing cost of living issues is crucial for attracting and retaining teachers in Montana.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-news/wages-set-to-rise-for-montana-teachers-after-stars-act-passesPakistan's education sector faces a crisis, with average reading scores ranging from 318 to 343 and mathematics scores below the international benchmark. Only 55% of students meet the "Basic International Benchmark" in reading, while only 1% achieve the high benchmark. The country needs to shift from input-focused policies to outcome-driven approaches, such as Development Impact Bonds (DIBs), which link funding to measurable outcomes. DIBs have shown positive results in countries like India and the UK, improving educational outcomes over traditional interventions. Pakistan is well-positioned for a pilot program, with districts like Sindh, Balochistan, and southern Punjab performing poorly in learning outcomes. Donor agencies and NGOs can partner with the government to improve quality, while education policy evaluation should become a regular part of planning cycles.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40364046/development-impact-bonds-a-possible-solution-to-curb-learning-poverty-in-pakistanPakistan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with City & Guilds London to equip 50,000 Pakistani students annually with internationally accredited certifications. The agreement was formalized at City & Guilds' headquarters in London and aims to create employment opportunities abroad for Pakistani youth. Minister of State for Education Wajiha Qamar and National Vocational and Technical Training Commission Chairperson Gulmina Bilal led a high-level delegation that met with Lord Boateng, who assured full support for future collaboration. The partnership is expected to revolutionize Pakistan's vocational education sector and grant global recognition to Pakistani certifications, enhancing the competitiveness of Pakistani professionals in the international labor market.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40364038/city-guilds-london-50000-students-to-receive-certifications-each-yearIn a small school in Rajasthan, India, 13 first graders aged five to six are learning to read using a trilingual dictionary that includes Hindi and English. The students, including top student Lakshmi Kumari Patel, are making progress despite the challenges of their native language, Wagdi, which has over three million speakers. Their teacher notes that they can now read words and engage in conversations without hesitation. The school's efforts have been supported by the state government, UNICEF, and a local partner, with the goal of improving children's attendance and learning outcomes. Economist Ashoka Mody has written about the importance of education for India's future, highlighting the need to address the country's "abysmal" quality of school education.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/indias-mother-tongue-teaching-spells-reading-success/article_42b1db37-2e6c-5479-81d2-9c5a927c1169.htmlSheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum attended the 14th graduation ceremony of Rochester Institute of Technology, Dubai (RIT Dubai) in Dubai Silicon Oasis, where over 300 students received degrees in 15 bachelor's and master's programs.
https://www.emirates247.com/uae/ahmed-bin-saeed-attends-graduation-of-300-students-from-rochester-institute-of-technology-dubai-2025-05-22-1.739459The chief secretary emphasized the importance of designing skill-based programs that lead to employment. STEVTA operates over 250 technical institutions in Sindh, including Karachi Division, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas, and Shaheed Benazirabad Division. The government plans to establish 30 model institutes under a public-private partnership (PPP) model, with the goal of improving training quality and employment outcomes. These institutes will offer modern infrastructure, industry-aligned curriculum, and globally recognized certifications. The Sindh government has assured full support for this transformation, including financial resources and qualified personnel.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1313957-stevta-to-introduce-ai-other-market-driven-courses-soonA University at Buffalo graduate, Jean Paul Al Arab, was stopped from walking across the stage during a commencement ceremony because he had not completed all the required credits to receive his degree. Despite this, Al Arab held onto his infant son and shook hands with university staff before receiving cheers from the crowd. The incident sparked an outpouring of support for Al Arab on social media, including a lighthearted message from the university that joked about the baby not yet earning enough credits to receive a diploma.
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