Rep. Rich McCormick, a Republican congressman from Georgia, stirred controversy with remarks suggesting that high school students should work for their lunch instead of relying on government aid. In a CNN interview, McCormick argued that teens could gain valuable work experience and reduce dependency on government programs. His comments have sparked a debate about the future of free lunch programs and the role of government assistance in education, reflecting broader concerns over federal spending.
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Harvard University settled two major antisemitism lawsuits with Jewish student groups just one day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The settlement includes significant policy changes, such as adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, expanding protections for Jewish and Israeli students, and creating a dedicated point person for addressing complaints. This comes after criticism over the university’s handling of antisemitism, particularly following the 2023 Hamas attacks. The... Expand
Utah Republicans have introduced a bill that could eliminate collective bargaining rights for public sector workers, including teachers, law enforcement, and transit employees. If passed, Utah would become one of the most restrictive states for public sector unions, sparking a fierce debate. Critics, including teachers' unions, argue the bill undermines educators' ability to negotiate for better conditions, while supporters believe it empowers individual workers and limits union influence,... Expand
US President Donald Trump has introduced stricter Public Service Loan Forgiveness rules, barring nonprofit workers linked to immigration and other "improper" activities from loan relief. Critics call it unconstitutional, while legal battles loom. The move reverses Biden-era expansions that benefited over 1 million borrowers. As restrictions take effect, advocacy groups prepare to challenge the policy.
BJP MPs from Telangana urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to save 400 acres of ecologically and culturally significant land near Hyderabad Central University from being auctioned by the Telangana government. The lawmakers stressed the area's rich biodiversity, including unique rock formations and rare species, and the necessity for environmental conservation over commercial development.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi has announced 1,794 nursing officer vacancies through NORCET-8 for 2025, with registration open until March 17. AIIMS Patna has the highest vacancies at 308, including 29 seats for PWBD candidates. Other major openings include 300 posts at CAPFIMS, Maidangarhi, and 202 at AIIMS New Delhi. Candidates can apply online via aiimsexams.ac.in.
BITSAT 2025 registration: BITS Pilani will start registrations for BITSAT 2025 on January 21. Eligible candidates can apply on the official website by following specific steps. The application fee varies based on sessions and the gender of the candidate. BITSAT is the entrance test for FD programs at BITS Pilani's campuses.
Students found the CBSE Class 12 Chemistry exam for 2025 manageable, with a well-structured paper focused on conceptual understanding and application-based knowledge. However, lengthy and complex Physical Chemistry numericals posed challenges, requiring significant time and effort for calculations.
The Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, is set to release the admit cards for the Odisha Senior Secondary Teachers Eligibility Test (OSSTET) soon. Once available, candidates can download their OSSTET admit cards from the official website, bseodisha.ac.in. As per the latest updates, the OSSTET is scheduled to be held on January 17, 2025.
A Texas school district is facing controversy after allegations that Bellaire High School secretly transitioned a female student's gender without parental consent. In 2023, school staff reportedly began using male pronouns and a masculine name for the student, despite objections from her parents. Legal action is being considered as parents demand answers. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Education Agency to investigate, with the potential for new legislation if the allegations... Expand