Education
Belgium's Education Minister Asks for Patience on Reforms
Flemish Education Minister Zuhal Demir says education reform results will take 10-12 years, citing England's turnaround as evidence.
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Education
Flemish Education Overhaul: What Changes This School Year
Flanders rolls out sweeping education reforms for 2026-2027: new minimum goals, fewer exam days, binding kindergarten diplomas, and budget shifts.
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EducationBelgium
Liège Teachers Resume Strike as School Year Begins
Teachers in several Liège schools resumed strike action days after the new school year began, protesting austerity measures in education.
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Education
Over 6,800 Candidates Compete for 1,947 Medical Study Places
More than 6,800 candidates registered for Belgium's medical and dentistry entrance exam, competing for just 1,947 available places in the French Community.
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EducationEconomy
Belgian School Costs Rising: What Parents Can Do
Belgian school costs are climbing fast. Here's what schools can legally charge, how laptop reference prices work, and practical tips to save.
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SkillsEducation
China Forms Delegation for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
China establishes 220-member delegation with 71 competitors for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, September 22-27.
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Education
Belgium's Francophone Schools Open Amid Teacher Unrest
Francophone schools in Belgium opened Monday amid teacher strikes over austerity measures, including increased teaching hours and job losses.
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EventsEducation
China Forms 220-Member Delegation for WorldSkills 2026
China unveils 220-member delegation for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, with 71 competitors entering all 64 skill events.
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Education
China Forms 220-Member Delegation for WorldSkills Shanghai
China forms 220-member delegation with 71 competitors for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, its 8th appearance at the global skills showcase.
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Education
China's Education Ministry Unveils 42nd Teachers' Day Plans
China's Ministry of Education announces plans for the 42nd Teachers' Day, featuring new initiatives to honor educators and strengthen the profession.
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EducationPolitics
US Mission Condemns UGent Suspension of Nathan Cofnas
US Ambassador Bill White condemns Ghent University's suspension of researcher Nathan Cofnas as retaliation, raising tensions over academic freedom.
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EconomyEducation
Belgium Hits Record 9,155 Student-Entrepreneurs
Belgium hits record 9,155 student-entrepreneurs, up 5% in a year. Gender gap persists as UNIZO pushes for more female entrepreneurship.
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EducationTechnology
Harvard Launches Course Taught by AI Clones of Faculty
Harvard Business School launches Foundry, an 8-week bootcamp where AI clones of its faculty guide entrepreneurs through startup creation.
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Education
UGent to Act on 'Race Realist' Remarks After Arday Death
Ghent University announces 'appropriate follow-up' on Nathan Cofnas's controversial statements following the death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday.
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EducationSports
States Pour Taxpayer Dollars into College Sports
States direct taxpayer dollars to college athletics as NIL-era costs and athlete pay squeeze university budgets, raising sustainability questions.
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Education
Leuven School Brings Military and Police into Classroom
A Leuven school introduces a safety thinking course taught by military and police, sparking debate about defense in education.
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Education
Record Number of Belgian Teachers Seek to Leave Profession
Belgium's CSC Education union reports record calls from teachers wanting to leave amid controversial reforms and a growing teacher shortage.
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EducationPolitics
Family League Urges More School Supply Funding in Belgium
The Family League urges Belgium's FWB government to boost per-student school supply funding, citing a 73-euro gap between allocations and costs.
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PoliticsEducation
Pentagon Orders 30 Universities to Audit Foreign Ties
Pentagon orders 30 US universities to audit foreign research partnerships with China, Russia, and Iran or risk losing federal funding by August 31.
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Education
Francophone Education Faces Third Round of Budget Cuts
Belgium's Francophone education starts the new school year with a third round of budget cuts, leaving young teachers facing unemployment.
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EducationPolitics
Pentagon Schools Add Western Civilization Course
Pentagon introduces Western civilization and Christianity course in military base schools under Hegseth's classical learning push.
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Education
Belgian Teachers Face Uncertainty as School Year Approaches
Belgian teachers face uncertainty over lost hours and reassignments as the new school year approaches amid education reform tensions.
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Education
Belgian School Opens Cycling, Triathlon Sport-Study Tracks
Institut Sainte-Marie Jambes opens cycling and triathlon sport-study programs for September 2026, combining academics with athletic training.
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LegalEducation
Judge Dismisses Trump Antisemitism Lawsuit Against Harvard
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration's antisemitism lawsuit against Harvard, ruling the government failed to prove ongoing Title VI violations.
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EducationBelgium
Arthur Bodson, Former ULiège Rector, Dies at 94
Arthur Bodson, former rector of the University of Liège (1985-1997), has died at 94. A Latin scholar, liberal figure, and digital humanities pioneer.
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EducationScience
China Wins Gold, 3 Silvers in Nuclear Science Olympiad Debut
China's team wins one gold and three silver medals in its debut at the International Nuclear Science Olympiad in Jeddah, ranking among top nations.
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EducationJustice
Henan Voids Exam Results After Confirming Cheating Ring
Henan Province voids results of Three Supports recruitment exam after police confirm organized cheating ring, schedules re-exam for August 22.
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ScienceEducation
China's Sky Eye Telescope Transforms Rural Guizhou
China's FAST telescope sparks study tour boom in rural Guizhou, transforming mountain towns into science education destinations.
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LegalEducation
DOJ: Duke Law Illegally Considered Race in Admissions
The Justice Department found Duke Law illegally considered race in admissions, the first law school cited for violating the Supreme Court's 2023 ban.
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PoliticsEducation
Trump Proposes Sweeping Head Start Deregulation
Trump administration proposes eliminating most Head Start regulations, shifting quality standards to states. Critics warn of program erosion.
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Education
China Rolls Out Hands-On Science Education Nationwide
China's Ministry of Education launches 'Learning by Doing' initiative for science education in all primary and secondary schools starting September 2026.
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Education
Jilin University Marks 80 Years: Far More Than Just Its Size
Jilin University marks its 80th anniversary on September 16, 2026, showcasing a legacy of academic excellence and national service.
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Education
Jinggangshan Museum Revives Red Study Tours for Youth
Jinggangshan Revolutionary Museum's 'Youth Tell to Youth' program brings revolutionary history alive for young visitors through student volunteer docents.
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EducationSociety
China's Grad School Coaching Boom: Opportunity or Trap?
Chinese media investigate the booming postgraduate coaching industry, exposing service fraud, contract traps, and academic integrity violations.
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SocietyEducation
38-Year-Old Peking University Admit Defends Gaokao Comeback
A 38-year-old Tsinghua graduate admitted to Peking University Medical School responds to critics who say he took young people's Gaokao opportunities.
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EducationInnovation
KU Leuven Solar Team Makes History with US Race Win
Belgium's Innoptus Solar Team from KU Leuven becomes the first European team to win the American Solar Challenge, covering 4,000 km across the US.
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Education
Chinese military academies see record applicants and quality
China's 22 military academies admitted over 17,500 candidates from about 192,000 applicants, setting records for interest and student quality.
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ScienceEducation
China's Double Fields Win Sparks Math Education Debate
Two Chinese mathematicians, Wang Hong and Deng Yu, won the 2026 Fields Medal. Educators see a milestone—and a challenge for domestic talent cultivation.
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EducationMilitary
China Military Academy Applications Surge to Record High
About 192,000 students applied to 22 Chinese military academies in 2026, with 17,500 admitted—application numbers and student quality at record highs.
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EducationTechnology
Teens Draft a National AI Policy for Schools
Ninety-eight students from all 50 states passed a student-led AI policy for U.S. schools. Here's what the Students First Act says and why it matters.
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Education
Student Loans Erased for 450,000 Defrauded Borrowers
The Education Department is erasing student loan debt for about 450,000 borrowers defrauded by colleges after a landmark $23 billion settlement.
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EducationChina
China Adds 27 Vocational Majors in AI and Green Economy
China's Ministry of Education adds 27 vocational majors in AI, low-altitude economy, green energy, urban renewal to align training with industry needs.
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EducationTechnology
Teens Drafted a Landmark AI Policy for Schools — It Passed
98 high school students from all 50 states wrote and passed the Students First Act — a student-led AI policy framework for K-12 schools.
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EducationPolitics
Trump Officials Probe Two Schools Over Testosterone, Kissing
Education Dept. probes two school districts over testosterone vials in Pride display and teacher accused of making girls kiss in class.
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EducationChina
China: 160M Students Received Financial Aid in 2025
China aided nearly 160M students in 2025 with record ¥390B in funding. Policies expanded preschool exemptions, vocational grants, and loan access.
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EducationTechnology
Kids Program Robots to Save Indigenous Languages
Children program SkoBots to speak endangered Native American languages, blending robotics with cultural preservation to revitalize ancestral tongues.
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EducationEconomy
Vocational Education in China Sees Record Enrollment Surge
China's vocational schools see record enrollment as they align curricula with AI, robotics, and emerging industries, reflecting a major career shift.
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PoliticsEducation
Trump FERPA Crackdown: Schools Hiding Gender Transitions
President Trump announced FERPA enforcement against Maryland and Michigan schools for concealing students' gender transitions from parents.
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EconomyEducation
Record 392,000 Flemish Students Working This Summer
A record 392,000 Flemish students worked in 2025, earning €1.35B. See data per municipality, best sectors, and the shift to year-round work.
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EducationBelgium
Individualized Teaching Helps Child Catch Up 2 School Years
A Brussels private school helps a child catch up two school years in one year through individualized teaching for special needs students.
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TechnologyEducation
Beijing Hosts First Middle School Robot Soccer Tournament
Beijing concludes its first middle school humanoid robot soccer tournament, with 55 teams and winners earning a spot at the World Humanoid Robot Games.
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EducationPolitics
Over €1.4M to Combat School Bullying in Wallonia-Brussels
Wallonia-Brussels Federation invests over 1.4 million euros in anti-bullying programs for 2026-2027, supporting 235 schools with training.
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PoliticsEducation
Xi Jinping Issues Instructions on Basic Education
President Xi Jinping issues instructions on basic education, emphasizing quality improvement, equity, and building a strong education nation by 2030.
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EducationChina
China Reports Major Progress in Quality Education Reform
China's Ministry of Education reports progress in quality education reform, with 80% of students meeting curriculum standards.
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EducationChina
China's Vocational Internship Overhaul: Forging Talent
China reforms vocational internships to replace exploitative practices with meaningful skill-building, bridging classrooms and industry.
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EducationPolitics
DOJ Investigates Harvard's China-Based Financial Aid Program
The Justice Department opens a compliance review into Harvard's China-funded scholarships, alleging they may illegally exclude American students.
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TechnologyEducation
Zhejiang University Launches Qiushi Engine AI Research Tool
Zhejiang University unveils Qiushi Engine, an AI research tool with thousand-step reasoning that autonomously conducts complex scientific discovery.
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EconomyEducation
Student Loan Defaults Surge as 9.5 Million Fall Behind
Student loan defaults hit a record high with 9.5 million borrowers in default. Wage garnishment looms as millions face higher payments and damaged credit.
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EducationSociety
Only 3 Black Students Admitted to NYC's Stuyvesant HS
Stuyvesant High School admitted 777 students for the upcoming year, but only 3 were Black, reigniting debate over diversity and the SHSAT admissions test.
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Education
Brussels Truancy Rates Exceed 25% in Secondary Schools
New BISA data reveals over 25% of Brussels secondary students were problematically absent in 2024-2025, with 18% leaving school without a diploma.
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CultureEducation
Red Tourism Surges as Students Explore Revolutionary History
China's 'red tourism' surges during summer 2026 as students visit revolutionary sites for immersive patriotic education, blending travel with learning.
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EducationTechnology
China Adds 27 Vocational Programs for AI, Robotics, Energy
China adds 27 vocational programs in AI, robotics, green energy, and elder care to align workforce training with strategic industry needs.
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EducationPolitics
Brussels Dutch Schools Tighten Language Rules for Enrollment
Flemish Parliament approves stricter language requirements for priority enrollment in Dutch-language Brussels schools, requiring B2-level certificates.
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EducationSociety
Dutch Divide: Walloons Shun Language, Brussels Embraces It
Walloon students are abandoning Dutch studies while Brussels sees surging demand for the language, a new report reveals.
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EducationSociety
Flemish Teachers Decry Appointment System Driving Exodus
Temporary teachers in Flanders condemn the TADD appointment system as demoralising, with 37% of new educators quitting within five years.
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Education
Anhui University Probes PhD Candidate for Misconduct
Anhui University investigates a PhD candidate flagged for plagiarism after a journal retracted their paper for translating a US master's thesis.
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EducationSocial Policy
China Student Loans Hit 620.7 Billion Yuan in 20 Years
China's student loan program has disbursed 620.7 billion yuan over 20 years, helping 68.21 million low-income students access higher education.
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ScienceEducation
China's Top Academy Bans 10 Types of AI-Assisted Research
Chinese Academy of Social Sciences issues landmark 37-article regulation banning 10 categories of AI-assisted research to protect academic integrity.
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CultureEducation
Yiddish Draws Young Learners as Israel Divides US Jews
Nearly 300,000 learn Yiddish on Duolingo, 60% under 25. The revival comes as Israel debates drive young Jews to reconnect through language.
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Education
1 in 20 Belgian Students Must Take Extra Dutch Hours
Nearly 3,800 Flemish first-year secondary students must take 3 extra hours of Dutch per week under Minister Demir's 400 million euro Language Heroes Plan.
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EducationTechnology
FCC Review of School Internet Subsidy Threatens Connectivity
The FCC is reviewing the E-Rate program that helps schools afford internet access. Educators warn cuts could widen the digital divide.
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EducationPolicy
Education Dept. Fails to Reassure Disability Advocates
The Education Department failed to reassure disability advocates in a private call about moving special education oversight to HHS.
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EducationChina
Shandong Schools Push Back Against Vocational Stigma
Shandong technical schools push back against negative stereotypes, defending vocational education as China's labor market demands skilled talent.
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EducationMedia
Belgium Launches First Fake News Summer Camp for Children
Belgium's first fake news summer camp in Heers teaches children aged 9-12 to spot misinformation through games, quizzes, and hands-on activities.
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EducationChina
China Exam Prep Scam: Fake University Partnerships Exposed
Investigation reveals Shuolian International Education fabricated university partnerships and misled students in China's on-the-job graduate exam market.
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EducationSociety
China Embraces Small-Class Education as Enrollment Drops
China's 15th Five-Year Plan mandates small-class teaching as student numbers drop. The shift from large classes to personalized learning transforms school.
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EducationChina
China Education Leader: Exam Scores Aren't the Only Path
Tang Jiangpeng, China Education Association VP, argues for holistic education reform and balance between Gaokao exams and personal development.
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EducationConsumer Protection
China Clarifies New School Uniform Quality Regulations
China's Ministry of Education clarifies new school uniform quality regulations, addressing safety standards, voluntary purchasing, and parental oversight.
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Society & CultureEducation
14 Years Teaching Soldiers' Children in the Gobi Desert
For 14 years, volunteer teachers from Jiangsu have traveled 2,500 km to educate children of soldiers in China's remote Gobi Desert, transforming lives.
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EducationSociety
Belgium CEB Exam Question on Congo Sparks Colonial Row
A CEB exam question describing Leopold II as an 'enterprising king' ignites debate over how Belgium teaches colonial history in schools.
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EducationLegal
Educators Win Big Payouts in Free Speech Lawsuits Over Kirk
Educators disciplined over Charlie Kirk posts are winning settlements over $3.4 million in free speech lawsuits, raising First Amendment questions.
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EconomyEducation
No Degree, €5,921/Month: How One Extra Study Year Paid Off
A Belgian solar panel installer earns €5,921/month without a higher education diploma. One extra year of technical study proved a golden investment.
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EducationPolitics
Federal Civil Rights Data on Schools Now 6 Months Overdue
The Education Department's civil rights data collection, a key tool for school equity oversight, is six months late under the Trump administration.
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EducationSociety
School Asks Job, Car Prices; Education Bureau Steps In
A Shandong middle school sparked outrage by asking parents for job titles, car prices, and debt on enrollment forms. The Education Bureau intervened.
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Education
Hunan Loudi Pilots Direct Primary-to-High School Pathway
Loudi, Hunan launches pilot allowing primary students to bypass entrance exams and advance directly to high school, part of China's zhongkao reform.
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EducationChina
China's Graduate Extensions Must Boost Quality, Experts Say
Chinese universities extend graduate programs from 2 to 3 years, but experts warn longer study alone won't fix quality issues without deeper reforms.
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EducationPolitics
CEB Results Hit Decade Low as Congo Question Sparks Outrage
Belgium's CEB exam results fall to 84.63%, the lowest in a decade, as a controversial Congo question sparks debate on education and colonial memory.
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EducationLegal
Professor Reaches $1.9M Settlement Over Kirk Comment
University of Tennessee to pay $1.9 million to settle lawsuit with professor fired over Facebook comment about Charlie Kirk.
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SocietyEducation
Over 400,000 Learning Dutch in Border Regions, Flanders
More than 416,000 people are learning Dutch in border regions around Flanders and the Netherlands, driven by economic ties and cross-border mobility.
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Education
Belgian CEB Pass Rate Dips to 84.63%, Lowest in a Decade
Belgium's CEB exam pass rate fell to 84.63% in 2026, the lowest in a decade. Results show a sharp drop in mathematics but improvement in French.
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EducationEconomy
China Guides 12.7 Million Graduates Through Job Market Shift
As 12.7 million Chinese graduates enter the workforce, Beijing rolls out policies to address structural skills mismatches in an AI-driven economy.
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EducationTechnology
Lanzhou University Probes AI Watermark in Professor's Paper
Lanzhou University investigates a professor after a paper was found with a ByteDance Doubao AI watermark, raising integrity concerns.
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EducationEconomy
Will New Student Loan Limits Actually Drive Down Tuition?
As new federal student loan caps take effect July 1, economists are divided on whether the limits will reduce tuition or have unintended consequences.
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EducationPolitics
Texas Approves Bible Stories as Required Reading in Schools
Texas education board approves Bible stories as required reading for 5.5 million public school students, sparking debate over religion in education.
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ScienceEducation
China Launches First English-Language Data Journal
China launches Data Express, its first English-language data journal, marking a milestone in international scientific data sharing and AI research.
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Education
Péruwelz Schools Exit Social Media Over Student Image Rights
Péruwelz communal schools are withdrawing from social media over student image rights and data security concerns, switching to a secure app.
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EducationPolitics
Texas Board Votes on Bible Stories as Required Reading
Texas education board considers requiring Bible stories in public schools, sparking debate over religious freedom and church-state separation.
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EducationPolitics
Rangers Teach Black History After Trump Axed Exhibit
After Trump axed a Black history exhibit, former National Park rangers launched 'Resistance Rangers' to teach the history themselves.
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EducationPolitics
School Directors Warn Belgian School Year 'Not Organizable'
School directors in French-speaking Belgium warn the 2026 school year is unorganizable amid staffing shortages, unclear policies, and austerity measures.
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EducationBelgium
Flemish Test Results Show Stagnation in Student Performance
Flemish standardized test results show no dramatic decline but no broad progress either, with mathematical problem-solving remaining a critical weakness.
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Education
Nankai University Moves PhD Defenses to Factory Floor
Nankai University pioneers engineering PhD reform by moving thesis defenses to industry sites, letting candidates graduate on practical achievements.
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EducationChina
2026 Gaokao Scores Out; Universities Offer Guidance
China's 2026 Gaokao scores begin releasing June 23. With 12.9 million candidates, universities offer guidance amid demographic shifts and fraud warnings.
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EducationTechnology
Chinese Universities Add 100,000+ Seats as AI Majors Surge
Chinese universities announce major enrollment expansion as Gaokao results drop, with AI and embodied intelligence majors leading the new wave.
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EducationTechnology
Chinese Universities Expand Enrollment, AI Leads New Majors
Chinese Double First-Class universities announce major enrollment expansion, with AI and smart technology as top new majors under the 15th Five-Year Plan.
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EducationChina
2026 Gaokao Results Released; Universities Guide Applicants
China releases 2026 Gaokao results for 12.9 million students. Universities offer expert guidance on balancing school, city, and major choices.
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EducationPolitics
LAUSD Superintendent Resigns Months After FBI Raid
Alberto Carvalho resigns as LAUSD superintendent months after an FBI raid linked to a failed $6M AI chatbot contract. No charges have been filed.
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EducationCulture
Graduation Controversies: Censorship, AI Backlash, Walkouts
From censored speeches to AI backlash and Stanford walkouts, the 2026 graduation season became a flashpoint for America's culture wars.
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Education
Shanghai Exam Asks: What Happens After Wishes Come True?
Shanghai's middle school entrance exam essay topic 'After Wishes Come True' prompts 138,000 students to reflect on life beyond achieving their goals.
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PoliticsEducation
Disability Groups Alarmed by RFK Jr. Special Ed Role
Disability groups warn against RFK Jr.'s oversight of special education, citing his autism and vaccine claims as HHS takes over from Education Dept.
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EducationPolitics
Flemish Schools Face 16-Year Wait for Construction Subsidies
Flemish schools face an unprecedented 16-year waiting period for construction subsidies, despite a record €3.2 billion investment by the government.
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EducationPolitics
Teacher Discontent in Belgium: Two Crises, One Country
Teacher anger is boiling over across Belgium, but the crises in Flemish and French-speaking education systems are strikingly different.
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EducationPolitics
CE1D and CESS Exams Cancelled in Liège as Protests Spread
Teacher protests force cancellation of CE1D and CESS exams in Liège and Brussels, disrupting thousands of students in Belgium's French-speaking schools.
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EducationPolitics
Flemish Government Scraps Planned Student Transport Cuts
Flemish government scraps student transport cuts, providing €150 million to ensure no bus routes are cut for special education students.
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PoliticsEducation
Mars Attacks: 'Our Movement Is Radical, We Won't Negotiate'
Belgium's Mars Attacks teachers' collective refuses to negotiate over education reforms, spokesperson Maud De Ridder tells RTBF, as exam boycotts spread.
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EducationPolicy
Trump Administration Probes Four Districts on Title IX
The Education Department opens Title IX probes into three Michigan districts and one in North Carolina over transgender athlete and locker room policies.
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EducationEconomy
Trump Administration Cuts Student Loan Interest for Auto-Pay
The Trump administration announces a temporary 1% student loan interest rate cut for auto-pay enrollees amid rising delinquencies and a system overhaul.
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Education
China's Education Ministry Hosts Gaokao Guidance Live Event
China's Ministry of Education held a live-stream to help millions of Gaokao students navigate college applications with expert guidance and digital tools.
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EducationPolitics
He Yaqiong Appointed NUAA Party Secretary
Former MIIT consumer goods director He Yaqiong appointed Party Secretary of Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in routine rotation.
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ScienceEducation
Wei Dongyi Wins Beijing Outstanding Youth Zhongguancun Award
Chinese mathematician Wei Dongyi, known for solving century-old fluid dynamics problems, receives Beijing Outstanding Youth Zhongguancun Award.
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EducationTechnology
AI Student Cheating: Why Detection Is No Longer the Answer
AI tools have made student cheating nearly impossible to detect. As universities abandon flawed software, educators rethink academic integrity.
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EducationPolitics
De Lijn Cuts 10% of Bus Routes for Special Needs Students
De Lijn is cutting 10% of bus routes for special needs students in Flanders. Schools warn the cuts threaten access to education for vulnerable children.
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EducationPolitics
Belgian Schools Face Scheduling Chaos Under New Reforms
Belgian secondary schools face scheduling chaos as reforms increase teacher hours and introduce a new common core curriculum for 2026.
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EducationPolitics
Teachers Block Standardized Exams in Liège Province
Teachers in Liège province block CE1D and CESS exams, escalating protests against the MR-Engagés government's education austerity package.
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EducationTechnology
China Adds 38 New Undergraduate Majors for 2026
China's Ministry of Education approves 38 new undergraduate majors for 2026, featuring brain-computer science, deep earth engineering, and AI.
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CultureEducation
Jiangxi Restores Academy Masters After Century-Long Hiatus
Jiangxi's five major academies appoint Shanzhang (masters) for the first time since the late-Qing reforms, marking a milestone in cultural revival.
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HealthEducation
Belgian School Closes After Norovirus and Strep Outbreak
A Belgian special needs school in Kortrijk closed for a week after a norovirus and streptococcus outbreak following a forest class trip, affecting dozens.
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EducationEurope
Kayak Stages Keep Kids Busy During Belgium Teacher Strike
A Liège kayak club organizes micro-stages for children during school closures caused by a teachers' strike against austerity measures in Belgium.
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EducationEconomy
Teacher Pay Market-Conform, Directors Lag 28% Behind Private
A confidential Flemish report reveals teachers earn market-conform salaries, but school directors face a 24-28% pay gap versus private sector.
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EducationPolitics
School Choice Boom Leaves Public School Students Behind
AP investigation finds the $10.5 billion school choice boom leaves public school students behind as vouchers benefit wealthier families.
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EducationPolitics
Defying Court Order, Picket Line Disrupts School in Liège
Despite a court order with €1,000 fines, teachers from other schools maintain a picket line at Sainte-Véronique in Liège, disrupting classes.
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EducationActivism
Stanford Graduates Walk Out as Google CEO Takes Stage
Hundreds of Stanford graduates walked out of commencement as Google CEO Sundar Pichai took the stage, protesting Project Nimbus and the war in Gaza.
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Education
Chinese Universities Ditch Thesis-Only Model for Degrees
Chinese universities now let students earn degrees through practical achievements instead of traditional theses, a historic shift in graduate education.
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ScienceEducation
Zhejiang University Tops Harvard in Nature Index Rankings
Zhejiang University surpasses Harvard for the first time in the Nature Index 2026 rankings, with Chinese institutions claiming nine of the top 10 spots.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium Education Crisis: Exam Cancellations Loom in Schools
Teacher strikes and protests over austerity measures in French-speaking Belgium threaten end-of-year exams as the Mars Attacks! movement gains momentum.
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EducationTechnology
Flemish Government Invests €10M in AI Education Strategy
Flemish Minister Zuhal Demir announces €10M for universities to develop a joint AI education strategy for safe, responsible AI in classrooms.
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EducationPolitics
UC Rethinks SAT/ACT Ban After Faculty Warn of Math Gaps
UC launches a formal review of its test-blind admissions policy after 1,400 professors warn of severe math deficits in incoming freshmen.
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EducationSociety
University Probation for Library Peeping Sparks China Debate
Northwestern Polytechnical University places student on probation for library peeping, reigniting debate on campus safety and discipline.
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EducationSocial Policy
Belgium Funds 80 Daycare Centers to Train Career Switchers
Flemish Minister Caroline Gennez announces 80 daycare centers will train career switchers on the job to address chronic staffing shortages in childcare.
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EducationPolitics
Liège Parents Win Court Order to Lift School Strike Pickets
Liège parents win court order to remove school strike pickets at Sainte-Véronique, allowing students access amid a dispute over education reform.
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EducationFinance
Major Student Loan Changes Coming July 1: What to Know
Federal student loan overhaul hits July 1: SAVE plan ends, new repayment plans begin, and borrowing limits tighten for graduate and Parent PLUS borrowers.
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EducationCulture
Belgium Ends Free Arts Education for Under-12s
Belgium's French Community ends free arts education for under-12s, introducing a €94 fee. Academy directors fear enrollment drops and reduced access.
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Education
Exams Cancelled, Laser Game Mandatory: School Faces Fury
Saint-Michel College in Brussels cancels exams due to teacher strikes but mandates a paid laser game outing, sparking outrage among parents and students.
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EconomyEducation
Student Work in Belgium Surges 58% Between 2017 and 2024
Student work in Belgium surged 58% from 2017-2024, outpacing regular employment. A Planning Bureau study examines financial pressures and academic impacts.
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EducationFinance
Student Loan Overhaul July 1: What Borrowers Must Know
Student loan changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect July 1, ending the SAVE plan and capping graduate borrowing.
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EducationChina
China's 2026 Gaokao Admissions Reshape Talent Strategy
China's 2026 Gaokao admissions reveal a shift in talent strategy: Qiangji Plan expansion, single-subject weighting, and STEM-focused growth.
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EducationPolitics
Teachers Vow to Block Exams Amid Belgian Education Crisis
Teachers unions in French-speaking Belgium demand cancellation of external exams as education reform protests escalate in the Liège region.
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EducationPolitics
School Director: Education Minister Has Lost All Credibility
A Namur school director says Minister Glatigny has lost all credibility as austerity measures spark violent protests across French-speaking Belgium.
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EducationBelgium
Flanders Picks 30 Schools to Lift Primary Education
The Flemish government has selected 30 primary schools as 'inspiration schools' to model best practices and raise educational standards across Flanders.
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EducationPolitics
Texas School District Test Scores Surge After State Takeover
Houston ISD test scores soar after state takeover, with A and B-rated campuses doubling. Critics cite racism claims, enrollment loss, and teacher turnover.
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EducationChina
2026 Gaokao Essay Topics Released for 12.9 Million Students
China releases 2026 Gaokao essay topics for 12.9 million students, with philosophical prompts on words, perseverance, technology, and heritage.
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EducationEconomy
China Launches '100-Day Sprint' for Record 12.7M Graduates
China's Education Ministry launches a '100-Day Sprint' to boost employment for 12.7 million graduates, with 5M+ job postings and anti-fraud measures.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium Education Protests: Rally Against €300M in Cuts
Thousands protest in Brussels and Namur against €300M in education cuts by Minister Glatigny, with clashes, arrests, and a police inquiry.
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EducationPolitics
Brussels Education Protests: Reforms Approved Amid Unrest
Thousands protest in Brussels and Namur as parliament approves €300M in education cuts. Minister Glatigny seeks dialogue after violent clashes and arrests.
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EducationPolitics
Brussels Students Rally Against Education Reforms
Tens of thousands protest education reforms in Brussels and Namur, leading to clashes with police and an investigation into officer conduct.
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EducationChina
2026 Gaokao Begins as 12.9 Million Students Sit for Exam
China's 2026 Gaokao begins with 12.9 million candidates, a second consecutive year of decline. Essay topics released, sparking nationwide discussion.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium Education Reform: What Changes for Teachers
Belgium's Wallonia-Brussels Federation passes sweeping education reform. Teachers face longer hours, students higher tuition as government seeks savings.
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TechnologyEducation
AI in America: Teachers Sound Alarm, Ownership Push Grows
NPR/Ipsos poll: 74% of teachers say AI will reshape education more than the internet. Trump, Sanders, Altman find rare common ground on AI ownership.
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EducationSociety
2026 Gaokao Begins: 12.9 Million Chinese Students Take Exam
China's 2026 Gaokao begins June 7 with 12.9 million candidates. Enhanced security, Braille papers for blind students, and nationwide support in place.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium's Education Crisis Deepens as Teachers Council Meets
Belgium faces a dual education crisis as Flanders' Council of Teachers meets amid criticism while French-speaking schools strike against austerity.
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EducationTechnology
74% of K-12 Teachers Say AI Will Reshape Education Most
A new NPR/Ipsos poll finds 74% of K-12 teachers believe AI will have a bigger impact on education. Teachers worry about critical thinking.
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EducationPolitics
Flemish Schools Face Larger Classes, Fewer Teachers
Flanders secondary schools face larger classes and fewer teachers from September as Zuhal Demir's €63.5M budget cuts spark quality concerns.
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EducationPublic Safety
Namur Schools Closed After 'Very Alarming' Threats
Several secondary schools in Namur, Belgium closed after receiving serious threats linked to French-speaking education protests against €300M budget cuts.
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Education
Care Admin and Smartschool Top Teachers' Paperwork Burden
A survey of 2,346 Flemish teachers finds care administration and Smartschool are the top sources of paperwork burden as the Council of Teachers convenes.
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EducationTechnology
Most Teachers Say AI Will Reshape Education More Than Web
A new NPR/Ipsos poll finds 74% of K-12 teachers believe AI will reshape education more than the internet. Teachers are torn between gains and fears.
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EducationChina
12.9 Million Students Register for 2026 Gaokao in China
China announces 12.9 million students for the 2026 Gaokao with upgraded anti-cheating tech and expanded accessibility for disabled candidates.
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EducationChina
Inner Mongolia Students Make History with First Spring Break
Students in Inner Mongolia enjoy their first-ever spring break as China expands its spring and autumn break policy to over a dozen provinces.
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EducationPolitics
Teachers Strike in French-Speaking Belgium Over School Cuts
Teachers in French-speaking Belgium strike Thursday over education budget cuts. Final exams cancelled in Liège as political crisis deepens.
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EducationSociety
Belgian Schools Ban Panini Stickers as World Cup Fever Grows
A growing number of Belgian schools are banning Panini World Cup stickers after trading sparked conflicts, fights and classroom disruptions among students.
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EducationSociety
China Tightens Gaokao Security with Smart Glasses Ban
China's strictest Gaokao security: smart glasses, phones, and smartwatches banned from exam rooms, affecting 12.9 million students.
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EducationPolitics
Trump Education Dept. Backs Away From Black Student Rights
The Trump administration is scaling back civil rights enforcement for Black students, withholding funds from equity programs and dismantling the OCR.
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EducationPolitics
Interlochen to Raze Epstein Lodge as Michigan Launches Probe
Interlochen votes to demolish the lodge donated by Jeffrey Epstein as Michigan lawmakers investigate the school's ties to the disgraced financier.
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EducationSociety
China Issues 2026 Gaokao Warnings to Combat Exam Fraud
China's Ministry of Education issues 2026 Gaokao warnings targeting five categories of exam fraud, from organized cheating to AI-driven scams.
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EducationPolitics
Liège Crisis: Exams Canceled as Austerity Decree Passes
Liège cancels exams in 13 secondary schools as Wallonia's controversial education austerity decree clears budget committee, deepening the crisis.
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EducationSociety
China School Spring Break: Early Results and Key Challenges
China's spring break policy for schools shows early promise, but challenges around parental leave, rural access, and childcare remain.
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SocietyEducation
China Reports 112 Million Young Pioneers Amid Decline
China has 112 million Young Pioneers as of December 2025, official data shows. Membership has declined for two consecutive years amid falling birth rates.
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EducationSociety
Guizhou University Ends Hiring After 'Radish Position' Furor
Guizhou University terminated a recruitment after 'radish position' allegations. The university admitted setting improper conditions for the job.
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EducationImmigration
Belgium Tightens Rules for Non-EU Student Visas
Belgium introduces stricter rules for non-EU students requiring faster proof of academic progress and limiting program changes to prevent visa abuse.
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EducationTechnology
How to Cultivate Youth Thinking Skills in the AI Era
At the 2026 World Digital Education Conference, experts explored cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving amid rapid AI advancement.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium Education Chief Admits Reform Measures Came Too Late
Elisabeth Degryse acknowledges Belgium's education reforms were implemented too late, as teacher protests intensify over budget cuts.
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RoyaltyEducation
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium Graduates from Harvard
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium graduates from Harvard Kennedy School with a Master's in Public Policy, marking a milestone for the future queen.
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EducationTechnology
America's 1st AI High School Thrives on Community, Not Tech
Seckinger High School, America's first AI-themed school, succeeds through community and supportive teachers, not technology alone.
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SocietyEducation
China Unveils New Policies to Protect Children's Welfare
China announces strengthened policies on AI in education, free preschool, and child-friendly cities to safeguard children's welfare.
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CultureEducation
Mo Yan: AI Lacks Original Creativity; China Seeks Standards
Nobel laureate Mo Yan says AI cannot replace human creativity, calling it 'second-hand.' Chinese educators demand urgent standards for AI detection tools.
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EducationPolitics
1,300 Directors Challenge Demir: 'Give Schools More Say'
Over 1,300 Flemish school directors send an open letter to Minister Zuhal Demir, demanding more autonomy and time for education reforms.
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PoliticsEducation
Conan O'Brien Mocks Trump Administration at Harvard
Conan O'Brien mocked the Trump administration's lawsuits and defended foreign students in a pointed Harvard commencement speech.
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Education
Shrey Parikh Wins Scripps Spelling Bee in Record Spell-Off
Shrey Parikh, 14, won the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee in a dramatic spell-off, spelling 32 words in 90 seconds to set a new record.
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Education
10 Days to Gaokao: Key Changes for China's 2026 Exam
With 10 days until the 2026 Gaokao, China unveils major reforms including stricter enrollment rules, AI restrictions, and anti-cheating upgrades.
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EducationPublic Safety
Texas School Police Used Excessive Force on Students
NYT investigation reveals Texas school police pepper-sprayed, tackled and tasered students over 2,600 times, with minimal oversight and accountability.
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PoliticsEducation
Conan O'Brien Roasts Trump at Harvard Amid DOJ Lawsuit
Conan O'Brien delivers a biting Harvard commencement address as the Trump administration's DOJ antisemitism lawsuit and a worker strike converge on campus.
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PoliticsEducation
Harvard Jewish Life Thrives Amid Trump Antisemitism Probe
Harvard's Jewish life thrives as Trump investigates antisemitism claims, with Conan O'Brien's commencement speech adding pointed critique.
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PoliticsEducation
Conan O'Brien Zings Trump at Harvard Commencement
Conan O'Brien mocked Trump's empathy deficit at Harvard's commencement as the university faces lawsuits, funding cuts, and a graduate worker strike.
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EducationSociety
Mistreatment Claims Shake Kindergarten in Walloon Brabant
Serious allegations of physical and psychological mistreatment of kindergarten children at a school in Walloon Brabant prompt judicial investigation.
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Education
CEB 2026: Past Exams and Tips for June Certification Test
Parents in Wallonia-Brussels can access past CEB exams, corrections, and tips for the June test under the new Common Core curriculum.
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EducationTechnology
Weingarten Calls for Limits on AI and Screen Time in Schools
AFT President Randi Weingarten proposes banning screens below third grade, student-facing AI in elementary schools and companion chatbots under 16.
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EducationChina
Academic Fraud Exposed at Top Chinese Universities
A former PhD student turned blogger has exposed systematic academic fraud at China's top universities, prompting investigations into high-profile scholars.
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EducationChina
China's High Schools Shift from Rote to Real-World Learning
Chinese high schools shift from rote learning to cultivating students who identify and solve real-world problems, driven by national innovation goals.
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EducationChina
China Issues Minimum Standards for All Schools
Four Chinese ministries issue 20 baseline requirements for primary and secondary schools nationwide, expanding from poor-area schools to all schools.
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EducationTechnology
CSU Embraces AI, But Students and Faculty Remain Skeptical
California State University's $56M OpenAI deal faces pushback as a survey of 94,000 reveals majorities of students and faculty doubt AI benefits education.
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EducationTechnology
99.7% of Chinese Students Have Used AI, Survey Finds
99.7% of Chinese students have used AI, but only 13.8% of teachers know. A landmark survey exposes the gap and what it means for education.
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Royal FamilyEducation
Crown Princess Elisabeth Set to Graduate from Harvard
Belgian Crown Princess Elisabeth will graduate from Harvard this week with a Master in Public Policy, becoming the highest-educated heir to the throne.
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Education
China Approves 34 New Universities, 22 Vocational
China's Ministry of Education approves 34 new universities including 22 vocational schools, expanding access in central and western regions.
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EducationTechnology
85.6% of Chinese Students Use AI for Homework, Survey Finds
85.6% of Chinese students use AI for homework, but most adults are unaware. A landmark survey sparks national debate on AI in education.
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EducationChina
Gao Song Appointed President of Peking University
China appoints Gao Song as new president of Peking University, replacing Gong Qihuang in a major leadership change at the nation's top university.
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EducationHealthcare
Record Registrations for Belgian Medical Admission Exams
Record 10,412 students register for Belgian medical, dental and veterinary admission exams as pen-and-paper format returns after ChatGPT fraud.
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EducationPolitics
Education Dept. Fires Thousands, Then Goes on Hiring Spree
The Education Department cut half its workforce in 2025, then launched a hiring spree. Inside the paradox of dismantling an agency while its work remains.
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EducationChina
China Issues 20 School Standards for Primary and Secondary
Four Chinese ministries issue 20 bottom-line requirements for school operations, covering safety, mental health, digital infrastructure, and staffing.
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ScienceEducation
KU Leuven Virologist Feud Could Cost 13.7 Million Euros
A bitter dispute between virologists at KU Leuven's Rega Institute has escalated into a 13.7 million euro claim over an alleged communication ban breach.
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EducationSociety
Belgium's Education Under Strain: Three Crises Examined
A 12-year-old physics prodigy can't find a school, teachers strike over reforms, and new background checks highlight Belgium's education challenges.
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ScienceEducation
KU Leuven Dismisses Virologist Amid Toxic Leadership Battle
KU Leuven fires virologist Piet Maes over toxic leadership claims, while Marc Van Ranst faces separate allegations. A new investigation is ordered.
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EducationPolitics
Belgian Teachers Strike Against Austerity Across Communities
Teachers across Belgium strike against education budget cuts in Flanders and French-speaking communities, disrupting schools nationwide.
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PoliticsEducation
Pro-Palestinian Activists Storm Ghent University Rectorate
Pro-Palestinian activists stormed Ghent University's rector building, escalating a five-week protest demanding a complete academic boycott of Israel.
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EducationHealth
25 States Sue Over Student Loan Limits on Nursing Degrees
A coalition of 25 states sues the Education Department over loan limits that exclude nursing and healthcare graduate programs from higher borrowing caps.
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Human InterestEducation
Billie Jean King, 82, Earns College Degree After 65-Year Gap
Tennis legend Billie Jean King graduates from Cal State LA at age 82, earning her history degree 65 years after first taking classes.
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Education
Harvard Faculty Votes to Cap A Grades, Combat Inflation
Harvard faculty voted 458-201 to cap A grades at 20% per course in the most aggressive attempt in decades to reverse grade inflation.
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HealthEducation
Experts Urge Teaching Girls About Vulvas From Kindergarten
Medical experts in Flanders call for teaching girls about vulvas from kindergarten age to improve health, reduce stigma, and empower children.
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EducationTechnology
Graduates Boo AI Speakers at Commencement as Job Fears Rise
College students across the US are booing commencement speakers who focus on AI, reflecting deep anxiety about job prospects in a weak entry-level market.
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EducationHealthcare
States Sue Over Student Loan Caps on Nursing Degrees
A coalition of 24 states and DC sues the Education Department over new loan limits excluding nursing graduate programs from higher borrowing caps.
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EducationLabor
Belgian Teachers Strike for 10 Days Over Education Reforms
Belgian teachers strike May 18-27 against FWB government austerity measures, including increased teaching hours without pay and tighter sick leave.
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EducationLabor
Belgian Teachers Call 10-Day Strike Over Austerity Measures
CSC-Enseignement calls teachers in French-speaking Belgium to strike May 18-27, threatening end-of-year exams over 500M euros in austerity cuts.
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