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Saudi Arabia: Ministry of Education introduces appointment system for parent visits to public schools | World News

Parents can now book one weekly in-person or remote school visit via Madrasati, specifying purpose/Representative Iage The Ministry of Education is set to launch a new appointment booking system through the Madrasati platform, aimed at regulating parents’ visits to public schools. The initiative focuses on ensuring a safe and organized educational environment while allowing parents […]

UAE announces Dh4.7 billion endowment for health, education and housing | World News

UAE launches Dh4.7 billion endowment district with hospital, schools, university, 2,000 homes, supporting global health/Image: X In a major move to advance health, education, and social development worldwide, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled a permanent endowment district valued […]

Florida bans H-1B in higher education: ‘Why do we need someone from China to talk about public policy,’ asks Gov Ron DeSantis

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced a ban on H-1Bs in Florida colleges and universities. After months of campaigning against the H-1B visa program through social media polls, posts and commentary, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis asked the Florida Board of Governors to pull the plug on the use of the H-1B visas in the state colleges […]

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed highlights holistic education as foundation for future UAE leaders | World News

Sheikh Mohammed visited Zayed Educational Complex, praising national identity, sports, economic awareness, creativity, and leadership efforts/Image: X During a visit to Zayed Educational Complex in Al Warqa, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, emphasized that modern education in the UAE is […]

Historic milestone: University of Bahrain shines in Times Higher Education global rankings | World News

University of Bahrain celebrates its historic entry into the Times Higher Education World Rankings / Image courtesy: University of Bahrain (UoB) For the first time, the University of Bahrain (UoB) has been listed in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, a milestone hailed by education officials and THE representatives as a historic step […]

US government shutdown: Education dept employees’ out-of-office emails altered to blame Democrats; claim ‘none of us contested’

While the US government has already been shut down, some of the employees of the education department discovered their email accounts had been manipulated during their furlough this week. Five employees of the education department discovered that while they were out of the office, they had included partisan talking points that blamed the government shutdown […]

Higher education bodies urge DHS to scrap proposed rule that limits duration of student visas; warn of damage to US global talent pipeline

A broad coalition of US higher education organizations is urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to withdraw a proposed rule that would replace the longstanding “duration of status” (D/S) policy for F-1 international students and J-1 exchange visitors with fixed, four-year visa terms. The groups warn that the change would harm US colleges and […]

Historic first: Saudi Arabia appoints Dr. Munira Al-Mahashir as Eastern Province’s first female Director of Education | World News

Saudi Arabia Appoints First Woman to Lead Education in Eastern Province Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan has issued a decision appointing Dr. Munira bint Badr Al-Mahashir as Director General of Education for the Eastern Province, a move that marks the first time a woman has held this senior regional post. Who is Dr. Munira Al-Mahashir? […]

South India’s Contribution to STEM Education: A Growing Global Recognition | Udaipur Kiran

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of global innovation. South India has emerged as a key contributor to this domain, producing skilled professionals, innovative researchers, and globally competitive graduates. Renowned Himachal Pradesh University’s STEM programs provide students with rigorous academic training, hands-on laboratory experience, and exposure […]

Dubai unveils bold plan to cut school fees and make education more affordable for families | World News

Dubai plans to reduce school fees by offering subsidised land and cheaper teacher housing, making education more affordable for families/ Representative Image In response to growing public concern over the rising cost of private education in Dubai, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has unveiled a new strategy aimed at reducing tuition fees and […]