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Australia’s education system is facing renewed scrutiny after the release of the latest international student assessment data revealed a significant long-term decline in reading, mathematics, and science performance. The findings from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 have prompted calls for reforms aimed at improving classroom discipline, reducing…

The inaugural Global Education Summit 2026 brought together more than 5,000 policymakers, educators, parents, students, and industry leaders in Hong Kong to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of education. Co-organized by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) and HSBC Premier, the two-day event focused on some of the most pressing…

With regard to Australia’s endeavors in securing the integrity of its international education system, a major leap in this direction has been made by the Labor government in the federal parliament, which decided to close down enrollment of international students in the GDML. This decision has been taken following the…

New York City has introduced one of the most restrictive education technology policies in the United States, announcing a one-year Generative AI Ban for public school students through eighth grade. The decision, unveiled by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, will affect approximately 600,000 elementary and middle school students and temporarily remove student…

The closure of a specialist residential school for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the United Kingdom has sparked renewed debate about child protection standards and accountability within the sector. Former pupils’ families have come forward with troubling accounts of their experiences at St Christopher’s School in…

France is preparing for one of the most significant changes to its education system in recent years as a nationwide restriction on mobile phone use in high schools moves toward implementation. Backed by President Emmanuel Macron, the France High School Phone Ban aims to reduce screen time among teenagers and…

The recently approved Exeter Saudi Arabia Partnership has ignited debate across the United Kingdom’s higher education sector, raising questions about the balance between international collaboration, financial sustainability, and ethical responsibility. The University of Exeter has formally approved an agreement to provide advanced academic training to senior Saudi military officers and…

One of China’s leading research institutions has ignited a nationwide debate after announcing sweeping changes to its faculty employment system, a move that many scholars believe could reshape the future of Chinese academic tenure. Shanghai-based Tongji University has decided to abolish traditional tenure protections and replace them with a system…

France is stepping up efforts to strengthen its position as a leading destination for international students, reinforcing what officials describe as a long-term France international education strategy designed to attract global talent, boost innovation, and expand the country’s influence in higher education. As competition for international students intensifies worldwide, France…

The UK job market is becoming increasingly challenging for university graduates, with new data revealing a dramatic decline in entry-level employment opportunities. According to recruitment platform Adzuna, the number of UK Graduate Job Vacancies fell to just 8,383 in July 2026, representing a 45.6% decline compared to the same period…