The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training celebrated the contributions of teachers and principals from Early Childhood Education Centres in Islamabad, highlighting the importance of early education in shaping the nation's future. Key guests included Education Secretary Mohyuddin Wani and Parliamentary Secretary for Education Farah Naz Akbar, who acknowledged the efforts of ECECs' teachers and principals. The event featured inspiring performances by children, demonstrating the transformative power of quality early childhood education.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1292860-ecec-teachers-heads-honouredAmbassador Dimitrova welcomed Minister Yuliarto's proposals for cooperation between Indonesia and Bulgaria, citing the Erasmus+ program as a successful model. The two countries aim to enhance higher education, science, and technology through collaborations such as inter-university programs, joint research efforts, and capacity-building activities. Bulgaria's advanced IT industry and high percentage of women in the sector are seen as key strengths for this partnership.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/348913/minister-supports-indonesia-bulgaria-higher-education-collaborationIn the Occupied Palestinian Territory, over 658,000 school-aged children lack access to formal education due to damage from Israeli strikes and fighting. The majority of school buildings (95%) have been severely damaged, with 88% requiring major reconstruction. Desks and chairs have been destroyed, and teaching materials are also missing. Reconstruction efforts are hindered by Israel's aid blockades, which have delayed the establishment of new learning spaces and the rebuilding of damaged schools, according to Alun McDonald, head of media and external relations at Islamic Relief.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2025/03/17/children-in-gaza-defy-trauma-to-return-to-schoolThe US Department of Defense has committed $9.8 million to research the potential benefits of psychedelics, specifically MDMA, in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among active-duty troops. Two grants of $4.9 million each will be awarded to study the effects of MDMA on PTSD, with one grant enrolling active-duty personnel as subjects.
https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-military/2025/03/17/dod-commits-98-million-to-study-psychedelics-for-active-duty-troops/Google is investing $20 million in a new AI-powered upskilling platform, "Career Certificates," which aims to provide employees with skills training that complements the company's requirements. The program will be rolled out globally and will focus on emerging technologies such as cloud computing, data analytics, and digital marketing.
https://channelnewsasia.com/singapore/scams-impersonation-police-officers-million-lost-5004881The Society of Professional Journalists' Green Eyeshade Awards, the nation's largest regional journalism contest, is now open for its 75th year. The contest has expanded its coverage area to include Virginia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, in addition to the original states. The awards have introduced a renewed focus on public service journalism, with categories including written, video, audio, digital, visual, and student journalism. The contest aims to recognize impactful reporting that informs, raises awareness, and holds institutions accountable, with net profits reinvested into training and advocacy for journalists.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/spjs-green-eyeshade-awards-journalism-competition-celebrating-75-years-now-accepting-entries-302403711.htmlGallyat Tahafuz Movement (GTM) Chairman Sardar Muhammad Sabir has called on philanthropists to collaborate with welfare organizations to support young orphan students in health and education sectors. At an Iftar dinner hosted by GTM for orphan students of Idara Tadreesul Quran, notable figures including Sardar Iftikhar emphasized social responsibility while providing a platform for the students to break their fast together. Renowned TV anchor Malik Aurangzeb (Kashif Malik) attended and covered the event on social media, expressing gratitude to GTM and its causes.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1292782-philanthropists-urged-to-extend-support-to-orphan-studentsThe exhibition "The Writing's on the Wall: Language and Silence in the Visual Arts" is currently on display at the Hill Art Foundation in Chelsea, Manhattan. The show features works by artists Ellen Gallagher, David Salle, and Ronny Quevedo. Gallagher's piece "DeLuxe" (2004-5) combines various printmaking techniques with mixed media elements, while Salle's "Untitled" (2008) incorporates oil on lithograph on paper. Quevedo's "puntero" (2018) uses wax on paper. The exhibition runs through March 29.
https://hyperallergic.com/996855/how-do-you-paint-language/The Indian Oil Corporation is offering apprenticeships to candidates aged 18-24 years, with a stipend paid in two parts by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) and Indian Oil Corporation. The application deadline is March 22, 2025. Candidates must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for Direct Benefit Transfer to receive their share of the stipend. The selection process is based on merit, with no written test or interview, and priority given to older candidates in case of a tie.
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