Pinterest is supporting efforts to reduce phone distractions in schools, with CEO Bill Ready previously backing phone-free school policies and the Kids Online Safety Act. The company has pledged $1 million to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) to help develop digital wellbeing policies in 12 US school districts. Pinterest's chief legal and business affairs officer Wanji Walcott emphasized the need for tech companies, teachers, parents, and policymakers to work together to ensure smartphones are used as tools, not distractions, particularly among students aged 13-17.
https://nypost.com/2025/04/22/lifestyle/pinterest-is-pushing-teens-to-close-the-app-and-pause-notifications-at-school-stay-in-the-moment/The YGL Programme is a three-year leadership development journey for young global leaders. Chair Nicole Schwab notes that these exceptional leaders are pushing boundaries and shaping their fields, embodying values such as courage, collaboration, and curiosity that the world needs.
https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/bangladeshi-shomy-hasan-chowdhury-named-world-economic-forum-young-global-leader-2025The US Department of Education, in conjunction with the Treasury, has announced a new approach to student loan programs under the Trump administration. Former President Joe Biden's efforts to extend loan forgiveness and pauses were halted by Education Secretary Linda McMahon, who emphasized responsible repayment and adherence to law. Critics, including Mike Pierce from the Student Borrower Protection Center, have expressed opposition, citing borrower confusion and economic chaos for working families.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/yourmoney/article-14634145/student-loans-default-debt-collection-no-forgiveness.htmlHarvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its decision to freeze funding for the school due to concerns about antisemitism and bias. The university argues that this action violates its constitutional free speech rights, as it was not given the opportunity to engage with the government on the issue before being subjected to pressure. Harvard President Alan Garber stated that the government's demands aim to control the university's hiring and curriculum decisions, which he claims is an overreach of federal authority.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/harvard-sues-trump-administration-over-illegal-demands/article_53e320b6-e339-5b26-96e5-c4e57f9f565f.htmlThe Trump administration is pushing to exert control over US higher education institutions, particularly Harvard University, by freezing $2.3 billion in federal funding and threatening to strip it of its tax-exempt status if it doesn't comply with their demands. The administration claims this is to prevent racial discrimination and violence, but Harvard has sued, arguing that such actions violate the Constitution's protections for speech and governance. Over 60 college and university presidents have signed an open letter in support of Harvard President Alan Garber's rejection of the administration's demands, which they say are driven by ideological reasons rather than a genuine concern for academic freedom.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1304018-over-100-us-academics-issue-joint-statement-against-trumps-education-policiesThe TS Inter Result 2025 for both the first and second year has been announced. The result shows that 71% of students passed the second-year exams. The direct link to download the marks memo is available on the TSBIE website.
https://www.livemint.com/education/ts-inter-result-2025-1st-2nd-year-tsbie-tsbie-cgg-gov-in-telangana-board-manabadi-bhatti-vikramarka-hyderabad-ssc-11745282182552.htmlThe US Department of Education will begin garnishing wages for borrowers in default after a 30-day notice, sparking criticism from advocates like Mike Pierce and Betsy Mayotte. The decision affects tens of millions of Americans who had been bracing for loan payments to resume after the Biden administration's temporary relief measure ended in October 2024. Around 4 million borrowers are between 91 to 180 days late on their loan payments, with less than 40% currently on track with their loans. To avoid wage garnishment, borrowers can enter a loan rehabilitation program by asking their servicer for proof of income and expenses, which can help them get out of default after nine months of on-time payments.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/us-news/education/student-loans-in-default-to-be-referred-to-debt-collection-education-department-saysBorrowers with defaulted student loans will receive communication from the Education Department about their options, including involuntary collection methods such as wage garnishment and tax refund interception. A loan becomes delinquent after 90 days of missed payments and defaults after nine months. Defaulted borrowers can visit the Default Resolution Group to make monthly payments or enroll in an income-driven repayment plan, with Betsy Mayotte recommending loan rehabilitation as a viable option. Borrowers in default must request forbearance from their servicer, which grants a temporary pause on payments for up to 12 months, during which interest continues to accrue.
https://thestar.com/news/world/united-states/student-loans-in-default-will-be-sent-for-collection-heres-what-to-know-for-borrowers/article_286775cd-bcd9-503b-9e05-7bbdab7f3d12.htmlThe US Department of Education plans to resume collection efforts on outstanding student loans, after a temporary pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Biden administration extended the grace period multiple times before it ended in October. Borrowers who are struggling may be able to get out of default through various options offered by the department.
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