Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has proposed a $16.6 billion city budget for 2026, significantly increasing funding for Chicago Public Schools by $173 million. This boost, largely from a TIF surplus, aims to stabilize school finances, prevent midyear cuts, and protect classroom programs. The budget also includes a new tax on social media companies to fund […]
A shooting at Oklahoma State University’s Carreker East residence hall early Sunday morning hospitalized multiple individuals, including at least one student. The incident followed a large off-campus party. Authorities confirmed no ongoing threat to the campus community and are investigating, urging anyone with information to come forward. This event highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence
Generative AI is transforming workplaces. Harvard research highlights seven key human skills that will keep workers valuable. These include critical thinking, AI fluency, complex problem-solving, communication, lifelong learning, ethical judgment and experimentation. Mastering these abilities will allow individuals to effectively leverage AI tools and navigate the evolving job market. Employers will prioritise these durable human
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IGNOU has extended the registration deadline for the December 2025 Term-End Examinations (TEE) to October 26, 2025. Candidates for both ODL and Online Programmes can apply via ignou.samarth.edu.in without a late fee. A late fee of ₹1,100 applies from October 27-31. Exams begin December 1 in both Pen & Paper and Computer-Based modes.
IIT JAM 2026 registration closes tomorrow, October 20, 2025. Apply online at jam2026.iitb.ac.in for the February 15, 2026 exam. Eligible candidates must register via JOAPS, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. Corrections are allowed until November 10. Check details on eligibility, fees, test papers, and required documents to complete your IIT JAM 2026
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released the revised round 3 schedule for Jharkhand NEET UG counselling 2025 at neetug.jceceb.org.in. Candidates can edit their choices till October 25, while seat allotment results will be announced on October 27. Document verification and admissions will take place from October 28 to November 11, 2025.
IIM Bangalore successfully concluded summer placements for its PGP and PGP-BA 2025-27 batch, with all 601 students placed across 137 firms. Consulting led with 46% of offers, dominated by Accenture Strategy, BCG, and Bain. Finance, e-commerce, and healthcare sectors also saw growth. The institute has opened applications for its 2026 BSc (Hons) in Data Science
The Last Class documentary follows Robert Reich’s final semester teaching at UC Berkeley, capturing his 42-year career as a professor and public figure. The film highlights his dynamic teaching style, impact on students, and commitment to public education. Despite limited release, it earned $700,000 at the box office, sparking discussions on the value of public
Vermont state senator Samuel Douglass resigned after a Politico report revealed racist and antisemitic messages he and others shared in a private Young Republicans group chat. The messages, including slurs and offensive remarks, prompted calls for his resignation from Governor Phil Scott and other Republican leaders. Douglass, who took office in 2025, faced increasing backlash
Recent killings in the US, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk and a deadly school shooting in Minneapolis, have raised concerns over ideological indoctrination on university campuses. Dr Corey Miller of Ratio Christi argues that cultural Marxism taught at many universities fuels intolerance and violence. Studies show professors struggle with political discussion and fear academic
