President-elect Donald Trump's plan to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education could lead to a $55 million loss in federal funding for Lancaster County schools. This would significantly affect resources for low-income and special needs students. As funding for essential programs like Title I is cut, schools are left to face the challenge of maintaining services with reduced budgets. Local educators and advocates are concerned about the immediate and long-term impact on education.
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The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has extended the MAH CET 2025 registration deadlines for MBA, MCA, B Design, and other CETs. The official notice is available on the MAHACET website (mahacet.org). This marks the second extension of the registration deadline. Candidates can check the official notice here.
The District Magistrate of Patna has extended the winter break for students up to Class 8 due to extreme cold, with all schools and Anganwadi centers closed until January 18, 2025. For higher classes, teaching will be held from 9 AM to 3:30 PM. Parents and guardians are advised to stay in touch with school authorities for updates.
A private school in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, was evacuated on Tuesday after receiving a bomb threat via email. The police swiftly responded, conducting a thorough search with bomb detection teams. The threat, which mentioned an RDX blast, was confirmed to be a hoax. The email content, written in Tamil, was found to reference Tamil Nadu politics. An investigation is underway.
A University of Minnesota student was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on March 28, 2025, due to a prior DUI violation, not for protest involvement, as initially speculated. Federal officials clarified that the student's visa was revoked because of the criminal history. This incident follows a similar case at Minnesota State University Mankato, prompting concerns over ICE detentions of students. Local leaders call for transparency and emphasize students' due process... Expand
The Trump administration has initiated sweeping cuts to the federal workforce, resulting in the layoff of over 20,000 employees across various agencies, including the IRS, USAID, EPA, and FEMA. Key officials have also been dismissed from critical positions. This mass reduction in government staff is part of a broader plan to restructure federal agencies, with the Trump administration aiming to achieve significant budget cuts. Legal challenges have been raised concerning the legality of these... Expand
Columbia University is moving toward regaining $400 million in frozen federal funding after agreeing to policy changes demanded by the Trump administration. US Education Secretary Linda McMahon acknowledged the university’s efforts, but debate continues over academic independence. Meanwhile, tensions rise on campus, especially after the arrest of a pro-Palestinian activist, intensifying scrutiny of federal intervention.
Canada's Express Entry System is a points-based immigration process for skilled workers seeking permanent residency (PR). It manages three programs: CEC, FSWP, and FSTP. Applicants are ranked via the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), with top scorers receiving Invitations to Apply (ITA). Factors like work experience, education, language proficiency, and job offers impact selection.
Registration for the MP Madrasa Board's Class 10 and 12 Urdu medium exams in 2025 is now open until March 31. Applicants must submit their forms and required documents by April 15, with a correction window until April 10. Incomplete or incorrect applications won't be accepted. Detailed instructions and updates are available on mpmb.org.in.
Lex Fridman, MIT scientist and host of The Lex Fridman Podcast, has made waves in both academia and media. His recent conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased his intellectual range, blending deep discussions on AI, philosophy, and personal experiences. From his educational journey at Drexel University to his influential role in MIT's AI research, Fridman's unique blend of academia, research, and media continues to make him a prominent figure in global discourse.