A report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals a surprising trend: US computer engineering graduates face a 7.5% unemployment rate—more than double that of art history majors at 3%. The data challenges long-held beliefs about STEM job security, as humanities and healthcare majors show stronger employment outcomes. Experts cite AI’s impact and the growing demand for soft skills as key factors reshaping hiring priorities across the US labor market.
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The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) will declare the Class 12 results for Arts, Science, and Commerce streams on May 22, 2025. Over 8 lakh students appeared for the exams held between March 6 and April 9. Results will be available on rajresults.nic.in and other official portals. Students can apply for re-evaluation or supplementary exams if needed. Last year saw high pass percentages, particularly among female candidates.
A California appeals court has ordered the Temecula Valley Unified School District to pause its ban on critical race theory (CRT), citing vague language and lack of guidance for educators. The May 16 ruling criticized the policy's constitutionality and its chilling effect on classroom discussions. This legal development marks a major moment in the US education debate over race and curriculum, as the federal government continues to push contrasting policies under President Donald Trump.
The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has announced the Class 10th Result 2025, accessible on hpbose.org. Over 90,000 students participated in the March 2025 exams, with an overall pass percentage of 79.8%, marking a 5.19% increase from last year. Students can download their digital scorecards, containing details like name, roll number, and subject-wise marks, as provisional mark sheets.
The Kerala Plus Two Result 2025 will be declared by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education on May 22 at 3:00 PM. Over 4.44 lakh students can access their Class 12 results via keralaresults.nic.in and other official portals. A press briefing will reveal key statistics including pass percentage, district-wise data, and toppers’ list.
US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon unveiled new federal grant priorities focused on evidence-based literacy, expanding education choice, and returning education control to the states. The proposed changes represent the fastest rollout of such priorities by a US education secretary in an administration’s first year. A 30-day public comment period is now open. The initiative aims to improve learning outcomes and reduce federal oversight in favor of state-led education strategies.
Linda McMahon, Secretary of Education under President Donald Trump, addressed the growing skills gap in the US during an interview on FOX Business, highlighting the 8 million unfilled jobs across the country. She emphasized the need for educational reform, particularly in middle and high schools, to better align curricula with workforce needs in fields like AI and manufacturing. McMahon advocates for short-term certificates over four-year degrees and calls for increased focus on vocational... Expand
President Trump signed the "Take It Down Act" on May 19, 2025, empowering US schools to tackle the rising issue of AI-generated deepfakes and non-consensual intimate imagery. The law mandates social media platforms to remove such content within 48 hours and criminalizes the creation and sharing of these images. Schools now have stronger tools to protect students from digital abuse, with increased responsibilities for prevention, education, and victim support, as reported by EducationWeek.
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) announced the Class 10 board exam results for 2025 on May 16. Out of 2,77,746 candidates, 2,65,548 passed, with an overall pass rate of 95.61%, slightly lower than last year. Over 11,000 students will appear for supplementary exams. Results are accessible online via the official portal.
A nationwide wave of legislation is redefining the role of smartphones in American schools. Sparked by Florida's 2023 ban, 25 states now restrict phone use, citing mental health, safety, and academic concerns. With growing student pushback, uneven funding, and debates over emergency access, the movement raises urgent questions about how far regulation should go—and who it really serves.
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