As AI continues to surpass human cognitive abilities, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, emphasizes the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) in education. US schools are increasingly focusing on SEL to equip students with essential human qualities such as empathy, collaboration, and emotional intelligence—skills that machines cannot replicate. By integrating SEL into curricula, schools are preparing students to thrive in a future where AI dominates cognitive tasks but humans remain superior in emotional and social competencies.
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The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has extended the JKCET 2025 registration deadline to March 29. Candidates seeking admission to BE and BTech programmes in J&K’s engineering colleges must apply at jkbopee.gov.in and pay the ₹1,000 fee. The offline exam is scheduled for April 12, 2025, with 180 MCQs across multiple test centres.
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The Trump administration has initiated massive layoffs targeting 220,000 probationary federal workers, marking the first step in a broader effort to reduce the federal workforce. Agencies such as Education, Veterans Affairs, and others are affected, with many employees dismissed from their positions. The move follows an executive order calling for large-scale cuts, with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency pushing for the elimination of entire agencies. Critics warn of disruptions... Expand
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The Bar Council of India (BCI) will soon announce the AIBE 19 exam results. The provisional answer key was released on December 29, 2024, with objections accepted until January 10, 2025. Candidates will receive +1 for correct answers, with no negative marking. To check and download the result, candidates must visit allindiabarexamination.com and follow the provided steps.
In view of severe weather conditions, Kashmir University has postponed all exams scheduled for Monday. Fresh dates will be announced later. Heavy snowfall on Friday and Saturday led to some areas being cut off, though main highways have been cleared, work continues in remote regions of the Union Territory.
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The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment of 600 Probationary Officers (PO) for 2025. The application process starts on December 27, 2025, and ends on January 16, 2025. The selection involves a three-phase process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Psychometric Test/Group Exercises/Interview. Candidates can apply online, with fees varying by category. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for those aspiring to join India’s leading public-sector bank.
Eileen Washburn, a former English teacher at Lakota West High School in Ohio, is suing the Lakota Local School District after being fired for allegedly falsifying sick leave. Washburn claims she had a valid medical reason for her absence and provided a doctor’s note. Her lawsuit also alleges unfair treatment compared to other employees. She seeks reinstatement, back pay, and restoration of her seniority. The district denies the allegations, stating the record speaks for itself.