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Newcastle University has appointed Indian business leader and conservation advocate Anant Ambani as a Professor of Practice in Sustainability, recognizing his contributions to wildlife conservation, biodiversity protection, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship. The appointment was formally announced during a ceremony held at the university’s historic King’s Hall earlier this month….

The UK government has announced plans to introduce vocational GCSEs England students can take alongside traditional academic subjects, marking one of the most significant reforms to secondary education in recent years. The proposed qualifications would allow pupils to study practical subjects such as finance, construction, engineering, and digital skills from…

Amazon has joined a global coalition focused on strengthening AI education and digital skills, marking another step in the company’s efforts to prepare learners and workers for a rapidly evolving technology-driven economy. The initiative brings together governments, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and technology companies with a shared goal of expanding…

The latest PISA 2025 results have raised concerns among educators and policymakers worldwide, revealing a significant decline in student performance across reading, mathematics, and science. Conducted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) evaluates the abilities of 15-year-old students across dozens…

The Australian government has unveiled a series of immigration reforms that will significantly affect international students, working holiday makers, and visa overstayers. The measures are part of a broader effort to reduce net overseas migration and strengthen oversight of temporary visa programs. According to Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, the…

Kinexin Convention Management has announced a significant step forward in its commitment to advancing global education and inclusion through an expanded partnership with the World Inclusion Congress and the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP). The collaboration brings together leaders from education, technology, policy, and industry to encourage meaningful dialogue…

The Gates Foundation has announced a landmark commitment of $1 billion over the next two years to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence across healthcare, education, agriculture, and language accessibility. The announcement was made as part of the foundation’s annual Goalkeepers report, which focuses on addressing global development challenges through…

In 2025, climate-induced disasters prevented almost one in ten learners from going to school throughout the world. According to the UNICEF report, climate change and its consequences have increased in terms of affecting learners’ education. Millions of learners faced disruptions to their learning experience due to school closures resulting from…

Canada is facing mounting pressure to launch an independent review after border officials reportedly identified and pursued immigration enforcement actions against international students who participated in peaceful demonstrations. The controversy has sparked concerns among civil rights groups, immigration advocates, and student organizations, who argue that the actions could have a…

The United States is facing a growing education challenge after the latest international assessment revealed that reading performance among American students has fallen to one of its lowest levels in nearly a quarter century. The findings, published through the OECD’s 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), place renewed attention…