Ivy league colleges that shaped Nobel Peace Prize winners The Nobel Peace Prize, awarded annually to individuals and organisations making extraordinary contributions to global peace, stands as one of the world’s most prestigious honours. While vision, dedication, and circumstance drive laureates’ achievements, the influence of education in shaping these leaders is often under-appreciated. As the…
Alberta’s decades-long practice of partially funding private schools has come under renewed scrutiny as public schools remain closed for the third day due to a teachers’ strike. More than 700,000 students are affected while 50,000 public, Catholic, and francophone teachers remain off the job.The debate has intensified following the approval of a citizen-initiated petition by…
Vivek Ramaswamy says all American high schoolers should pass the same civics test as immigrants Vivek Ramaswamy has been vocal about what he sees as deep shortcomings in the U.S. education system. He argues that schools today often focus narrowly on academic performance and standardized testing, leaving students ill-prepared for real-world challenges. In his recent…
Ramaswamy targets US immigration, H-1B, and education policies At a Montana State University event, Vivek Ramaswamy shared his vision for US immigration and the H-1B visa program. He stressed that American workers should come first. According to him, the current system often favours foreign labor over domestic talent, putting US citizens at a disadvantage. He…
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the results of the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II, 2025, conducted on September 14, 2025. This prestigious exam is a gateway for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Out…
Michigan approves $24 billion education budget Michigan has finalized its $24 billion education budget for the 2025-26 school year, bringing relief to districts after months of uncertainty. Lawmakers missed the July 1 school aid deadline, leaving schools unsure about the level of funding they would receive. The delay forced districts to postpone decisions on hiring…
New York waives college application fees for nearly 130 universities New York high school seniors will not have to pay college application fees at nearly 130 colleges and universities this fall. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the move on Monday. The program is in its third year. It aims to remove financial barriers and encourage more…
US dominates top 20 in THE World University Rankings 2026 with 13 universities. (AI Image) THE World University Rankings 2026: The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 have been released, with the United States maintaining a dominant presence in the global top 20. Thirteen US universities feature in this year’s top 20, more…
THE World University Rankings 2026 for Asia Asia has strengthened its position in global higher education, according to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026. The region now hosts several universities among the top 50 worldwide. China leads in research and industry collaboration. Singapore and Hong Kong attract international students and faculty. Japan…
UK universities to open campuses in India, strengthening academic ties Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have announced that nine British universities will be opening campuses in India, marking a major milestone in bilateral academic collaboration. This initiative not only strengthens India-UK educational ties but also offers Indian students unprecedented access…
