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Glatigny Axes Common Core in Major School Reform
Wallonia-Brussels Education Minister Valerie Glatigny ends the tronc commun, reinstates grade retention and adds a compulsory second language from S2.
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SocietyEducation
China Opens Registration for 2027 Civil Service Exam
China's 2027 national civil service exam opens registration with 35,700 planned positions, emphasizing grassroots hiring and anti-fraud measures.
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EducationBelgium
Belgian Town Weighs School Merger as Births Decline
Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve studies merging a struggling communal school into the WBE network, as declining birth rates force closures across Belgium.
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SocietyPolitics
Brussels Protests Turn Violent as Police Fire Tear Gas
Brussels protests escalate as police deploy water cannon and tear gas against youths who joined thousands of union marchers on a national action day.
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SocietyEducation
Flanders Faces a 'Child Shortage' as Pupils Fall Again
Flemish school rolls fell for a second year as birth rates decline, forcing closures, straining per-pupil budgets and reshaping school planning.
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Civil UnrestEurope
Liège Student Protests: Nearly 200 Arrests, March Allowed
Nearly 200 arrests in Liège since 1 October as student protests turn violent. The mayor has banned large gatherings, but an authorized march went ahead.
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PoliticsEducation
Student Protests Spread as 13-Year-Old Arrested in Liège
Student protests sweep Wallonia and France into a fourth day as a 13-year-old is arrested in Liège over a social media arson call.
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SocietyEurope
Ten Arrested in Liège Protests; France Closes 500 Schools
Ten people were arrested in Liège as student protests swept Wallonia, while around 500 schools in France remained closed amid a spreading youth movement.
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EducationEurope
Liège Schools Blocked by Students Backing Teachers
Students blocked about a dozen schools in Liège in support of striking teachers. Police reported projectiles and vandalism; some protests stayed peaceful.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium's Free School Meals End Leaves Pupils Hungry
Ending free school meals in Belgium's French-speaking region cut access to hot lunches by 68%, a new survey finds, with pupils arriving at school hungry.
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PoliticsEducation
Xi Replies to Sichuan University, Stressing West Talent
Xi Jinping sent a reply letter to Sichuan University on its 130th anniversary, urging it to leverage its strengths to serve national strategy.
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EconomyEducation
Belgian Teachers Left Reeling by Capped Indexation Pay Slip
Belgian teachers saw their gross salary scale fall in September despite correct capped-indexation math, sparking anger and a strike call.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium: Teachers' Pay Slips Spark Indexation Row
Belgian teachers' pay slips show lower annual scales after capped indexation. The CSC demands clarity as Mars Attacks calls a Monday work stoppage.
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EducationEurope
A Year of Study Away From Home Now Costs 18,000 Euros
A year of higher education for a Flemish student living away from home now costs at least 18,229 euros, up nearly 50% in a decade, CEBUD finds.
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EducationSociety
Flemish Study Finds Side Effects of School Phone Bans
A Ghent University study finds Flanders' school smartphone ban cut classroom screen time but not total usage, and gave no concentration boost.
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EducationTechnology
ULB Sanctions Students Over AI Cheating in Exam
The Free University of Brussels sanctioned students for using AI to cheat on a Python exam, spotlighting the difficulty of policing AI in academia.
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NationalEducation
Belgium: Education Unions Extend Strike Notice to 16 October
Belgium's francophone education unions extended their strike notice to 16 October, prolonging a standoff with the MR-Les Engagés government.
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EducationPolitics
Devisch: Wrong Moment for UGent Cofnas Remarks
Professor Ignaas Devisch says the UGent graduation ceremony was the wrong venue for remarks about suspended researcher Nathan Cofnas.
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EducationBelgium
UGent Graduation Walkout Over Cofnas Speech
Dozens of students walked out of a UGent graduation ceremony in protest at an honorary vice-rector's speech defending the principle of free research.
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EducationChina
China Opens 29th Putonghua Week in Yanbian, Jilin
China's 29th National Putonghua Promotion Week opened in Yanbian, Jilin — the first since the revised national language law took effect.
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EducationEurope
Headscarf Row: Belgian Teacher Dismissed, Union Appeals
Teacher Hadija Amajoud was dismissed in East Flanders for refusing to teach without her headscarf. Her union appeals as Belgium debates school neutrality.
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EducationPolitics
Belgium Teaching Strike: WBE Note Sparks Backlash
A Wallonia-Brussels Federation service note on picket rules has angered striking Belgian teachers, who call it an attack on the right to strike.
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EducationPolitics
Belgian Teacher Dismissed Over Headscarf Sparks Legal Fight
Hadija Amajoud, a Belgian special-needs teacher, was dismissed by East Flanders for refusing to teach without a headscarf, reigniting a national debate.
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EducationChina
China Names 25 'Most Beautiful Teachers' for 2026
China's Central Propaganda Department and Ministry of Education released the 2026 'Most Beautiful Teachers' list, honoring 25 educators.
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EducationPolitics
China Names 25 'Most Beautiful Teachers' for 2026
China's education and propaganda ministries honored 25 'Most Beautiful Teachers' for the 42nd Teachers' Day, praising their work nationwide.
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PoliticsEducation
Who Is Really Behind Belgium's 'Mars Attacks' Teachers?
An RTBF investigation asks whether Belgium's Mars Attacks teachers' collective is a genuine grassroots movement or a vehicle for political infiltration.
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EducationBelgium
Belgian Teachers Rally in Liège Over Budget Cuts
Thousands of teachers marched through Liège against Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles education cuts, as unions warn their grievances remain unresolved.
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PoliticsAsia
Xi Sends Teachers' Day Greetings to China's Educators
Xi Jinping sent festive greetings to China's teachers for the 42nd Teachers' Day, urging them to foster a new generation for national renewal.
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Politics
Flemish Budget Cuts Loom for Education and Welfare
Flemish Vice Minister-President Hilde Crevits signals budget cuts exceeding 1 billion euros will target education and welfare.
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Education
Belgian Teachers Not Surprised by PISA Vocabulary Decline
Belgian teachers say they're not surprised by declining PISA results as students lose basic vocabulary. Inside Flanders' classroom crisis.
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Education
1 in 3 Flemish Youth Below Basic Reading Level: PISA 2025
PISA 2025 results show nearly 1 in 3 Flemish 15-year-olds below basic reading level, confirming declining trends in math and reading.
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EducationPolitics
US School Satisfaction Hits All-Time Low, Gallup Finds
Gallup poll: only 32% of Americans satisfied with K-12 education, the lowest in 27 years, driven by political divides and academic concerns.
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Education
9/11 Education in Schools Varies Widely Across US States
AP investigation finds at least 40 states address 9/11 in schools, but curriculum depth varies widely as the 25th anniversary approaches.
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DefenseChina
China Launches 2026 National Defense Education Month
China officially launches the 2026 National Defense Education Month, themed on the Long March spirit, to strengthen public awareness of national defense.
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EducationPolitics
Liège Teachers Rally Against Wallonia-Brussels Budget Cuts
Around 250 teachers gathered in Liège to protest FWB budget cuts and education reforms, with a larger demonstration planned for September 10.
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EducationPolicy
China Unveils National Teacher Development Action Plan
China's Ministry of Education announces a National Teacher Development Action with zero tolerance for ethical misconduct, targeting 18.7 million educators.
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Education
Liège Teachers Rally Against FWB Education Budget Cuts
Around 250 teachers rallied in Liège against FWB budget cuts, with 23 schools on strike and a major demonstration planned for September 10.
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EducationEurope
Brussels IT School Collapse Strands African Students
A Brussels IT school's bankruptcy has left dozens of African students without diplomas or visas, sparking fraud accusations against its founders.
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Education
Belgian School Bans Handbags, Mandates Larger School Bags
Da Vinci school in Sint-Niklaas enforces rule requiring proper school bags that fit A4 folders, banning small handbags.
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PoliticsEducation
DOJ Sues Kansas School District Over Transgender Policies
DOJ filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools over transgender policies and parental rights.
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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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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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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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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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Entertainment
Bockie De Repper Back in School for Third Time in New Show
Belgian TV personality Bockie De Repper, 41, returns to secondary school for the third time in new Play program premiering August 24.
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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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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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Society
10,000 Young Belgians Get Living Allowance and Child Benefit
New data reveals 10,000+ young Belgians receive both living allowance and increased child benefit while studying at home. New rules aim to curb abuse.
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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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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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Education & Science
China Wins 3 Golds, 1 Silver at Informatics Olympiad
Chinese team secures 3 gold medals and 1 silver at the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, claiming first place in team standings.
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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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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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Society
AP-Ipsos Poll: Income Gap Shapes Youth Sports Access
AP-Ipsos poll finds higher-income families far more likely to enroll kids in organized sports, highlighting growing cost barriers.
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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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Hong KongCulture
Hong Kong's 1872 Young Writers Class Nurtures Youth
Xinhua profiles the 1872 Hong Kong Young Writers Class, a free literary program nurturing youth through mentorship and cultural exchange.
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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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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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SocietyInfrastructure
China's 'Air School Bus' Gets New 288-Meter Elevator
China's 'air school bus' expands with a new 288-meter cliff elevator in Yunnan, cutting students' mountain commute from 3 hours to 30 minutes.
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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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Science & Education
Asia Science Camp 2026 Opens in Hong Kong
Asia Science Camp 2026 opens at HKU, uniting 300+ young scientists from 30 countries with Nobel laureates for a week of learning.
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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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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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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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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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Immigration & PoliticsLaw
Federal Judge Strikes Down Illinois In-State Tuition Law
A federal judge ruled Illinois' tuition and financial aid for undocumented immigrants unconstitutional, marking a Trump administration win.
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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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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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Domestic AffairsPolitics
Zhengzhou Arson, Anti-Corruption Probe, and Policy Updates
Zhengzhou auto plaza fire ruled arson; former Zhuhai official Zhang Yisheng investigated; childcare subsidy deadline extended; education progress reported.
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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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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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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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SocietyChina
China Closed 30,000 Schools in 2025 as Births Decline
China shut nearly 30,000 kindergartens and primary schools in 2025 as declining birth rates reshape its education system.
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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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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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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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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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U.S. Law & PoliticsSociety
YMCA Pressured on Transgender Policies After Title IX Ruling
The American Parents Coalition urges the YMCA to revise transgender policies after the Supreme Court's unanimous Title IX ruling on biological sex.
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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 & CultureEconomy
China: Teachers, Blade Nets, Tax Refunds, ACs, Travel
Volunteer teachers for soldiers' children, Laoshan blade net row, new tax refund point, Chinese AC boom in Europe, and summer travel surge.
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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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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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SocietyPolitics
Liège Ends Free School Childcare Amid Budget Pressures
Liège ends free school childcare, introducing fees up to €75 per child. The move follows Wallonia's Plan Oxygène austerity conditions.
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SocietyHealth
Belgian Lifeguards Warn: A Generation That Can't Swim
Belgian lifeguards warn that a generation is growing up unable to swim as pool closures and lesson shortages create a public safety crisis.
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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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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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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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Education & Employment
China Launches Campaign for Graduate File Transfers
China launches a campaign to streamline personnel file transfers for 12.7 million graduates, reducing bureaucracy and supporting employment.
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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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Education & Society
China Warns: No 'Internal Quotas' for University Admissions
China's Ministry of Education warns against 'internal quota' scams as police bust a ring defrauding 22 families of over 9 million yuan.
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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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Justice
Belgian Teacher Convicted of Raping Minor Student on Trip
A 44-year-old teacher from Hotelschool Ter Duinen was convicted of raping a 17-year-old student on a school trip to Cologne, receiving 42 months in prison.
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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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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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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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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
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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Politics & Policy
Trump Moves Special Ed and Civil Rights From Education Dept.
Trump moves special education to HHS and civil rights to DOJ, escalating Education Department dismantling without congressional approval.
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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.
—4 min read
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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PoliticsEconomy
China Daily Briefing: Diplomacy, Economy, Tech Breakthroughs
China's June 16 news roundup: Xi-Myanmar cooperation, steady economic growth, silicon-28 quantum chip breakthrough, 38 new university majors, and more.
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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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—5 min read
PoliticsPolicy
China Approves Education, Environment Plans at State Council
Premier Li Qiang chairs State Council meeting approving education, environment five-year plans, audit rectification, science goals, and traffic law reform.
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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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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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
Policy & Society
China Ensures Equal School Access for Migrant Children
China is implementing comprehensive policies to guarantee equal education access for migrant children, with Zhejiang achieving 100% public placement.
—5 min read
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.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
Education & Society
Yunnan Kindergarten Salary Demand Sparks Privacy Backlash
Four public kindergartens in Yunnan required parents' salary records for enrollment, sparking debate on privacy and education equity.
—5 min read
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.
—4 min read
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.
—4 min read
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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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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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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Education & SocietyPolitics
Belgium's Teacher Crisis: When Love for the Job Isn't Enough
Teachers in French-speaking Belgium face burnout and austerity as the décret-programme passes, sparking the largest education strike in years.
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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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Society
Father-Son Duo Runs Free Lunch Program for Students in Need
A father-son duo in rural China runs a free lunch program for underprivileged students, serving 21-24 children daily near Xi'an, Shaanxi Province.
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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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PoliticsEurope
Brussels Protest Turns Violent Over Education Budget Cuts
Over 1,000 protesters set fires at Brussels-Central station during a demonstration against Francophone education budget cuts.
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PoliticsCulture
Trump Tariffs, Obama Museum, and Key Stories Shaping America
Trump pursues new tariff strategy, Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago, schools grapple with screen bans, and more notable stories.
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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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Science & Education
Lowie Maes, 10, Becomes Belgium's Youngest Scientist
Ten-year-old Lowie Maes from Kruibeke is named Belgium's youngest scientist after winning the ZOO Science Young Scientist 2026 with owl pellet research.
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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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ReligionHistory
Jesuits Prepare to Leave Liège After 456 Years
After 456 years, the Jesuits are leaving Liège. The farewell Mass on June 13 closes a historic chapter in Belgian religious and educational history.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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BelgiumRoyalty
Princess Elisabeth Graduates Harvard as Parents Watch On
Belgian Crown Princess Elisabeth graduates from Harvard Kennedy School with a Master in Public Policy as King Filip and Queen Mathilde attend.
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BelgiumEducation & Politics
Teachers' Union Slams Minister Over '19th Century' Schools
CSC union leader Roland Lahaye accuses Education Minister Valérie Glatigny of pushing reforms that would return Belgian schools to a 19th-century model.
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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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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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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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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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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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InternationalSociety
Paty's Sister Warns: Other Teachers Will Fall to Intolerance
Mickaëlle Paty, sister of murdered French teacher Samuel Paty, warns other educators will fall to intolerance as the film L'Abandon hits cinemas.
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EconomyLabor
Highly Qualified Youth Struggle to Find Jobs in Belgium
Despite rising education levels, highly qualified young Belgians face growing job market difficulties as employers reject overqualified candidates.
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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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