The Trump administration is spearheading an unprecedented initiative to defund and potentially dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Advocates, including Elon Musk, argue decentralization will foster efficiency and innovation, while critics warn of severe consequences for students. Proposed shifts in federal student loan management and workforce reductions highlight the administration's aim to reduce bureaucracy, but legal, political, and public challenges may complicate the effort.
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On January 5, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation, ending an era in Canadian politics. His successor, Pierre Poilievre, is expected to adopt a stricter stance on immigration, aiming to cap immigration based on Canada's capacity for housing, healthcare, and jobs. Poilievre also plans to address concerns regarding temporary foreign workers and international students.
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The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has declared the Karnataka 1st PUC Results 2025, offering relief to thousands of students. The exams, held from February 13 to February 28, were evaluated efficiently and results were made available online on March 31. Students can access their scorecards through official websites. Those dissatisfied with their results can apply for revaluation, and supplementary exams are scheduled for June 2025. The process marks a shift from... Expand
AP Inter Hall Ticket 2025 out: The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has released the hall tickets for AP Intermediate 1st and 2nd Year Examinations 2025. Students can download their hall tickets from the official BIEAP website or via WhatsApp service. Exams are scheduled from March 1 to March 20, 2025.
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Donald Trump’s cabinet is a diverse blend of politicians, business leaders, and legal experts, each with unique academic backgrounds. From Pamela Bondi, a law graduate, to Marco Rubio, who honed his political expertise with a political science degree, these figures highlight the variety in educational paths that shaped their political careers. This exploration delves into the degrees and institutions that prepared them for Washington's corridors of power.