Idaho's new law, which forces libraries to segregate books deemed "harmful to minors" into adult-only sections, is facing a major lawsuit from publishers, libraries, and schools. Plaintiffs argue that the law infringes on First Amendment rights and restricts access to valuable educational materials. This legal challenge reflects a growing national debate over book bans, with similar laws being enacted in other states, leading to widespread concerns over access to literature for students and the public.
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MIT offers financial and educational benefits to U.S. veterans and their dependents. Veterans are eligible for VA benefits, and their financial need is calculated independently of parental support. Dependents can access the Dependents’ Education Assistance program and the Fry Scholarship. Check details here.
A new bill in New Hampshire could soon require public college students to pass the USCIS Civics Naturalization Test to graduate. Sponsored by Rep. Michael Moffett, the bill aims to improve civic knowledge among students by mandating this test, which covers topics like U.S. government and history. While the move has garnered support, it could cost universities up to $500,000 annually. If passed, New Hampshire may lead the way in strengthening civics education nationwide.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon unveiled a historic plan to overhaul US education, focusing on restoring state control and cutting federal bureaucracy. In her March 3, 2025 speech, she emphasized the need for a return to core learning subjects and criticized the inefficiency of federal programs. McMahon’s mission aims to empower parents and local communities while reducing red tape, with a promise to better align education with workforce needs and improve student outcomes.
OpenAI is set to deploy its AI-powered chatbot across all 23 campuses of California State University, impacting 500,000 students and faculty. This marks one of the most significant AI integrations in global education, enhancing personalized learning and automating administrative tasks. As competition with Alphabet intensifies, AI-driven tools are reshaping academic institutions worldwide, signaling a transformative shift in education.
The Office of the Chairman, NEET PG Admission/Counselling Board - 2024, SMS Medical College, Jaipur, has revised the Round 3 counselling schedule. The online choice filling and locking process has been extended to January 31, 2025. The provisional allotment list will be released on February 5, with document submission from February 6 to 9, 2025.
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the global importance of India's research, urging adoption of work from Indian labs. She highlighted patents' transformative potential and the goal of attracting international students to India's higher education institutions. Key awards were presented for innovations in quantum technology and cancer research, underscoring India's scientific achievements and the aim to become a knowledge superpower.
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released the answer key for the Jharkhand Matric Level Joint Competitive Examination-2023 (JMLCCE). Candidates can download it from www.jssc.nic.in and raise objections between February 11 and February 20, 2025, by emailing jsscjharkhand02@gmail.com with valid references. The recruitment aims to fill 455 vacancies, with the exam initially scheduled for July 28, 2024, but later conducted on September 29, 2024.
President Trump and Elon Musk are intensifying efforts to hold federal workers accountable, requiring them to submit weekly updates detailing their accomplishments. This follows a previous email that saw a low response rate, with less than half of federal workers engaging. The second round of emails, now coming from individual agencies, demands compliance by Monday each week. This move is part of a larger push to streamline government operations and potentially reduce staffing levels.
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