Stanford University will reduce its budget by $140 million for the 2025-26 academic year due to declining federal research funding and a potential increase in endowment taxes. The budget cut, impacting all departments except the School of Medicine, will involve staff reductions. Despite these challenges, Stanford is committed to protecting financial aid and research continuity.
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Harvard University secured 5th position in the QS World University Rankings 2026 with a score of 97.7/100. The ranking reflects Harvard's academic and employer reputation, research influence, and teaching capacity. Harvard excelled in academic reputation, citations per faculty, and employer reputation, demonstrating its global leadership in teaching, research, and graduate employability.
The class of 2025 faces a challenging job market due to economic slowdowns and hiring freezes. To navigate this uncertainty, graduates should prioritize careers in essential services like healthcare and explore tech roles beyond Big Tech. Investing in transferable skills, considering public sector jobs, and focusing on micro-skilling can provide stability and future growth.
Once, loyalty was the workplace gold standard—but Gen Z is rewriting the script. Marked by clarity of purpose and discontent with outdated systems, this generation isn’t just switching jobs; they’re reshaping them. From pay dissatisfaction to lack of growth, their exits signal not instability, but a deeper demand for fairness, flexibility, and recognition in a changing world.
Harvard University and Caltech, ranked 5th and 10th respectively in the QS World University Rankings 2026, showcase distinct academic strengths. Harvard excels in employment outcomes and academic reputation due to its broad interdisciplinary approach and extensive global network. Caltech, with its focused STEM environment and exceptional faculty-student ratio, fosters innovation and deep specialization, despite lower employment outcome scores.
Bill Winters, CEO of Standard Chartered, recently described his MBA from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School as "a waste of time." In an interview with Bloomberg, Winters argued that critical thinking and communication, not traditional business degrees, are essential in today’s AI-driven world. He emphasized that skills like problem-solving, empathy, and adaptability are now more important than technical expertise, urging U.S. business education to adapt to the evolving global... Expand
Harvard Kennedy School has initiated staff layoffs and sweeping budget cuts in response to mounting financial strain caused by federal funding reductions and a proposed tax hike on Harvard's $53.2 billion endowment. The Trump administration's restrictions on international students and research funding cuts have intensified the crisis. Dean Jeremy M. Weinstein cited the need for restructuring and outlined contingency plans to address enrollment disruptions. The developments signal deeper... Expand
Four Indian schools, including a government girls’ school in Faridabad, have been named among the top 10 finalists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Recognised under the Supporting Healthy Lives category, the Faridabad school stands out for its holistic approach to girls’ education, integrating health, nutrition, and community engagement to drive lasting change.
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the TS DOST 2025 phase 3 seat allotment list for UG admissions. Candidates can check their allotment status at dost.cgg.gov.in using their DOST ID and PIN. The self-reporting window is open until June 30, with physical reporting to colleges required from June 28 to July 1. Classes begin on June 30, followed by orientation sessions from July 1 to 4. Required documents must be submitted during self-reporting.
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President Trump's administration is targeting Harvard's 7,000 plus international students through visa restrictions and attempts to revoke the university's certification to host foreign students. A federal judge has temporarily blocked some of these actions, but ongoing legal battles continue. The crackdown affects nearly 26% of Harvard's student body and raises concerns about the future of international enrollment amid intensified visa scrutiny and political tensions, as reported by the... Expand