US Education Secretary McMahon criticized Harvard University, calling it an "incubator of discrimination" that encourages resentment and racism among young Americans. She demanded cooperation with law enforcement and federal agencies. Her letter was met with ridicule from critics, including investigative reporter Roger Sollenberger, who joked about her confusing artificial intelligence with steak sauce, and White House correspondent Andrew Feinberg, who questioned the secretary's literacy level, suggesting a high school graduate wrote the letter.
https://www.rawstory.com/linda-mcmahon-2671901280/Microsoft Corp. has partnered with the National FFA Organization to expand its FarmBeats for Students program, providing free classroom kits and curriculum to over 185 middle and high schools across the US. The program aims to teach precision agriculture using smart sensors, data science, and AI, helping students develop skills in machine automation, data analysis, and environmental monitoring. The initiative is part of Microsoft's commitment to empowering students with hands-on experience in tech-driven fields, including agriculture.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/microsoft-and-ffa-help-students-use-smart-sensors-and-ai-to-learn-about-the-future-of-farming-and-technology-302448011.htmlVoters in several Montana districts are being asked to approve levies to address budget shortfalls and fund various projects. In Kalispell, a $2.9 million levy is on the ballot for the Flathead School District, which would fund instruction and operations of Flathead and Glacier high schools. If approved, it could prevent 21 full-time positions from being eliminated and major cuts to popular programs. The Hellgate Elementary School District is also seeking a $200,000 general fund levy, while Desmet School asks for $31,000 to address inflationary costs and utility issues. In Ravalli County, the Hamilton School District has proposed a $49 million bond to create a new fourth-to-eighth grade campus at its Westview property. The Arlee School District is seeking technology levies of $35,000 each for its high school and elementary schools.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-politics/missoula-elections/low-voter-turnout-being-seen-for-tuesdays-election-in-missoula-countyThe Daniel Morcombe Foundation, led by Bruce and Denise Morcombe, continues its child safety education and advocacy efforts across Australia after serving over two million resources and raising $20million. The foundation aims to prevent future tragedies like the murder of 13-year-old Daniel Morcombe, for which his killer Brett Peter Cowan is serving a life sentence.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14685173/Daniel-Morcombe-Brett-Cowan-murdered.htmlThe New Zealand Government has launched the Parent Portal, an online resource designed to help parents support their child's learning journey. The portal provides a year-by-year guide to the curriculum, practical tools and resources, and guidance on supporting structured literacy approaches. Minister of Education Hon Erica Stanford emphasized the importance of giving parents clarity, confidence, and practical tools to support their child's learning. The platform aims to close equity gaps and provide accessible information to all families, regardless of location or technology access.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/05/07/new-zealand-parent-portal-to-support-student-learning/The National University Health System (NUHS) is transforming healthcare in Singapore by fostering collaborative research, clinical trials, and technological advancements through partnerships with like-minded institutions. NUHS comprises several hospitals, specialty centers, polyclinics, and health sciences schools, including the National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, and NUS-affiliated medical schools. The system aims to create synergies between patient care, education, and research, working closely with healthcare partners in Western Singapore to develop programs promoting a healthy population.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/05/07/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/flagship-pioneering-the-national-university-of-singapore-national-university-hospital-and-the-national-university-health-system-announce-collaboration-to-advance-biotech-research-development/2107425The Supreme Court of Pakistan emphasized the need for identifying clear errors in an original judgment when seeking its revision, stating that mere dissatisfaction by one party is not enough to warrant review. A three-member bench led by Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah reviewed petitions filed by the District Education Officer (Female) and the Khyber Pukhtunkhwa Education Department.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1309110-mere-dissatisfaction-of-one-party-cannot-be-grounds-for-review-plea-scThe Supreme Court of Pakistan upheld judgments dismissing challenges to appointment denials for Primary School Teachers due to discrepancies between domicile certificates and CNIC addresses. The court clarified that domicile certificates determine a candidate's permanent residence for employment purposes under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Appointment, Deputation, Posting and Transfer of Teachers, Lecturers, Instructors and Doctors) Regulatory Act, 2011. The apex court cautioned against relying solely on CNIC addresses, which could unfairly disadvantage qualified applicants and undermine the value of domicile certificates.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40361423/review-petitions-against-phc-judgement-clear-error-in-verdict-must-be-identified-rules-scMatt Britton, a father of four with decades of experience advising top brands, discusses the challenges of raising Gen Alpha, who are growing up in a hyper-connected world where AI is prevalent. Unlike his own childhood in the '80s, where kids rode bikes unsupervised and faced failure quietly, today's generation has GPS, group chats, and constant public scrutiny, eroding real-world independence, privacy, and resilience.
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