The Trump administration is planning to dismantle the US Department of Education. Linda McMahon assures that federal funding for schools will continue. The administration aims to cut bureaucracy and empower states. Programs like Title I grants and Pell Grants will continue. The plan faces resistance in Congress. Concerns are raised about equity and oversight.
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As US visa restrictions tighten, small universities face severe financial strain with international enrolments plummeting. Schools like the University of Central Missouri, reliant on foreign students for up to 30% of revenue, are slashing budgets and freezing raises. With forecasts predicting enrolment drops up to 40%, many institutions risk long-term viability as their global student lifeline dries up.
The State Bank of India (SBI) is set to announce the Probationary Officer (PO) Preliminary Examination 2025 results, a key step in its competitive recruitment for 541 positions. Candidates can check section-wise scores and qualifying status via the official website. Clearing the prelims is essential to advance to mains, interviews, and final selection in one of India’s most prestigious banking roles.
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the Probationary Officer (PO) Preliminary Examination 2025 results, accessible on sbi.co.in. The exam, held on August 2, 4, and 5, 2025, aims to fill 541 vacancies. Candidates who qualified will proceed to the Mains examination in September 2025, followed by an interview.
APPSC hall ticket 2025: The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the hall ticket for Forest Beat Officer (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officer (ABO) posts. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, psc.ap.gov.in, using their registration number and date of birth. A total of 691 vacancies are to be filled. The written examination is scheduled for September 07, 2025. Hall tickets must be carried along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
Andy Jassy’s rise from Scarsdale to Amazon CEO highlights the power of education, resilience, and innovation. A Harvard graduate with both a Bachelor’s in Government and an MBA, Jassy transformed Amazon Web Services into a global leader before succeeding Jeff Bezos in 2021. His journey shows how curiosity, leadership, and vision can redefine industries in the AI-driven era.
More than 300 Texas school districts and charter schools are planning to adopt the state-approved Bluebonnet curriculum, which combines traditional reading and math instruction with biblical references. While many districts cite alignment with state standards and funding incentives as reasons, critics warn the program glosses over historical realities and risks imposing religious content, sparking debate over academic rigor and inclusivity.
The United States has introduced new fees for foreign nationals applying for work authorisation, effective August 21, 2025. Form I-765 now costs $470 online and $520 on paper, with additional fees for asylum seekers, parolees, and TPS holders. A new $100 annual Asylum Fee applies to those with pending Form I-589 applications. Validity periods for Employment Authorisation Documents have also been shortened. Applications filed without the required fees will be rejected by USCIS.
US higher education is far from Ivy League glamour. For most of America’s 19 million college students, it’s about survival, balancing jobs, debt, and family while navigating community colleges, online classes, and financial strain. With soaring student loans, uneven aid, and millions leaving without degrees, the true story of American college is persistence, not prestige.
A growing number of US universities are adopting pet-friendly housing policies to help reduce student stress and anxiety. Institutions like Eckerd College, MIT, and the University of Northern Colorado allow pets in dormitories under specific conditions. Students report emotional and social benefits from living with animals, while universities adapt their infrastructure and regulations to accommodate them. From cats and dogs to turtles and tarantulas, pets are becoming part of campus life across... Expand
The US Department of Education, collaborating with national intelligence agencies, has issued a warning to American colleges about escalating foreign threats targeting research programs. The guidance highlights risks from talent recruitment, espionage, and cyber intrusions. Federal officials urge universities to bolster security measures, including due diligence in partnerships and enhanced cybersecurity, and report suspicious activities.