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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

BUK expels 171 students for falsifying admission credentials

Bayero University Kano expels 171 students for providing false admission credentials during their application process.

Mar 23 • 08:18 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: BUK Expels 171 Students Over Falsified Admission Credentials

Bayero University Kano has expelled 171 students for presenting falsified qualifications for admission.

Mar 23 • 08:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Due to Increase in Medical School Enrollment... 3 Schools Lacking Professors 'Certification Delay', Jeonbuk National University Applied for Re-examination

Three medical schools in South Korea have received a 'non-certification deferment' due to difficulties in securing professors amidst an increase in enrollment for the 2025 academic year.

Mar 23 • 06:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

When a mother proposed "pedagogical ping pong," the principal had to say no: "You must find another school"

A debate on student well-being versus academic proficiency is highlighted through a conflict at a Copenhagen school involving a mother and the principal.

Mar 23 • 06:09 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A mother was 'so looking forward to playing educational ping pong.' She had to be turned down by the school principal

A school debate focused on student well-being over academic knowledge highlights the growing trend in Denmark's educational priorities, as seen in a recent school election campaign.

Mar 23 • 06:09 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. One does not need to be able to read to get the highest grades

A student expresses concern over a policy allowing audio assistance in national Swedish tests, arguing it undermines the importance of reading skills.

Mar 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Family Meals: The Key to Better Grades and Lower Risk of Addiction in Teenagers

Regular and quality family meals can significantly reduce the risk of substance abuse in teenagers and improve their academic performance, according to new research.

Mar 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Virgo Horoscope

The daily horoscope for Virgo suggests an increase in work efficiency and financial gains, along with improvements in personal relationships and academic success.

Mar 22 • 20:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Philosopher of Tech Billionaires

Nick Land, once known primarily in academic circles, has gained mainstream attention for his accelerationist views on technology and capitalism, even being referenced by tech billionaires like Elon Musk.

Mar 22 • 17:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG to scrap common entrance, track students’ journey with identification number

The Nigerian government plans to eliminate the Junior Secondary School Common Entrance Examination and implement a Learner Identification Number to better track student progress throughout their academic careers.

Mar 22 • 14:58 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

In the Parliament - proposal to allow students voluntarily serving in military duty to take academic leave

A new legislative proposal suggests allowing students opting for voluntary military service to take academic leave from their studies.

Mar 22 • 11:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From Daya to Jethalal, how educated are the stars of 'Taarak Mehta'?

An exploration into the educational backgrounds of the cast of the popular Indian sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', highlighting their real academic achievements versus their on-screen characters.

Mar 22 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

With the justification of the obvious

The article discusses the subtle progress in the concession of 22 remaining airports in Greece, reflecting on the author's personal academic journey and experiences in community college.

Mar 22 • 05:40 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Melbourne expert who has spent a lifetime uncovering ‘the archaeology of the printed book’

Professor Wallace Kirsop, a Melbourne-based expert, has dedicated his life to studying the physical aspects of books, amassing a vast personal library of around 20,000 volumes, including rare editions.

Mar 21 • 19:01 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Indigenous identity researcher ordered to pay $70,000 in defamation suit

An Indigenous identity researcher has been ordered to pay $70,000 for defaming a University of Regina academic over claims of false identity.

Mar 21 • 17:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Allow Students to Take Academic Leave Due to Mandatory Military Service

A Lithuanian parliament member has proposed amendments to the Education Law to allow students to take academic leave for mandatory military service without losing their student status.

Mar 21 • 07:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milano-Bicocca University 'reveals itself': 1,500 participants in workshops, open lessons, and orientation activities

Milano-Bicocca University opened its doors to the public, hosting workshops and open lessons that engaged 1,500 participants in various academic activities.

Mar 20 • 16:53 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Over 500 students were expelled in 2025

In 2025, over 500 students were expelled from various state universities in Norway due to academic dishonesty.

Mar 20 • 13:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Life Journey of Abdullah Hamadi: A Tribute to Half a Century of Struggling with Words

The article discusses the life and achievements of Algerian poet, novelist, and academic Abdullah Hamadi, highlighting his significant contributions to literature and education in Algeria over the past fifty years.

Mar 20 • 10:20 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Sources to NRK: Here is the Transformation Commission

The Norwegian government has established a Transformation Commission to devise strategies for the final phase of the country's oil industry, with notable members from political and academic backgrounds.

Mar 20 • 09:58 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

VDU invites teachers to participate in virtual seminars

VDU is inviting teachers to take part in virtual seminars aimed at sharing experiences and enhancing academic insights.

Mar 20 • 09:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Intensive cell phone use by teenagers is linked to lower grades and more loneliness, study points out

A study from San Diego University indicates that increased cell phone usage among teenagers correlates with lower academic performance and increased feelings of loneliness.

Mar 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Column 'University Live': 'ChatGPT, write my Bachelor thesis'

The article discusses the role of AI in academic writing, emphasizing that while tools like ChatGPT can assist, they cannot replace the educational value of writing a thesis.

Mar 20 • 08:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Notification on March 21

The article highlights several recent developments in South Korea, including employment issues related to small businesses, new color standards for public facilities, and a notable academic recognition for a professor.

Mar 20 • 08:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Specialists on Teen Anxiety: When Love and Relationships Become Dependent on Child Achievements

The article discusses how teen anxiety is often fueled by pressure from parents and society regarding academic and personal achievements, emphasizing the need for a supportive environment for healthy emotional growth.

Mar 20 • 08:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Opening of Global Shared Kitchen at Seoul National University of Science and Technology

Seoul National University of Science and Technology has established a 'Global Shared Kitchen' to improve living conditions for international students ahead of the 2026 academic year.

Mar 20 • 06:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hanyang University to Hold Nationwide Admissions Briefing for 2027 Academic Year

Hanyang University has announced a series of nationwide briefings from April 23 to May 16 for students, parents, and high school teachers preparing for the 2027 college entrance examination.

Mar 20 • 06:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

RBSE Result: Will girls surpass boys this time too?

The Rajasthan Board's 10th-grade results continue a trend where girls outshine boys in academic performance, with girls achieving higher pass percentages and leading in merit lists over the past seven years.

Mar 20 • 05:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

From Good Youth to Harassment, My Daughter's Boyfriend Changed Completely - 'Traitor' for Taking Another High School Entrance Exam

An article explores the concerning transformation of a high school girl's boyfriend from a seemingly kind young man to one who exhibits controlling behaviors, leading to academic decline and emotional distress for the girl.

Mar 19 • 23:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Antisemitic Statements: Maximum Escalation at the Düsseldorf Art Academy

The situation at the Düsseldorf Art Academy escalates due to protests against antisemitic comments made by a Palestinian artist, threatening the institution's integrity and academic freedom.

Mar 19 • 19:07 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Dagfinn Føllesdal's Special Kindness and Professional Openness Were Decisive

The obituary highlights the significant impact Dagfinn Føllesdal had on Norwegian philosophy and academia before his passing at the age of 93.

Mar 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Comparative reading helps to understand similarities and differences between authors

The article discusses the author's latest academic work on the relationship between literature and philosophy in Simone de Beauvoir's writings, focusing on her novel "O Sangue dos Outros" and its philosophical implications.

Mar 19 • 17:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

President of the Academic Sports Union: Shame is Greater than the Money Amount

The president of the Estonian Academic Sports Union expresses deep shame over a former employee's alleged embezzlement of €70,000, affecting the organization's reputation.

Mar 19 • 16:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

REAL LIFE "ON THE WRONG PATH?" ⟩ Former US academic accused of dealing methamphetamine

Alan Jay White, a former American academic, was arrested in Indiana after police found 78 grams of methamphetamine in his home during a raid.

Mar 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Crisis at UBA: Due to low salaries, 83 teachers resign from the Faculty of Agronomy and concern grows

The Faculty of Agronomy at the University of Buenos Aires faces a critical situation as 83 faculty members have resigned over low salaries, raising alarms about the future of academic activities.

Mar 19 • 14:39 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

First they come for the scientists. As a historian, I know what follows thereafter.

The article discusses the implications of political challenges faced by scientists, particularly in Eastern Europe, amid a climate of suspicion and potential censorship.

Mar 19 • 14:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Visiiri: University of Tampere expelled a student

The University of Tampere has temporarily expelled a student due to accusations of academic misconduct, following findings of plagiarism in their thesis.

Mar 19 • 13:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Former employee of the Academic Sports Federation embezzled tens of thousands of euros

The Estonian Academic Sports Federation has filed a criminal complaint against a former employee for embezzling nearly 70,000 euros from the organization.

Mar 19 • 12:57 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Crime & Justice

The Academic Sports Association suspects former employee of embezzling 70,000 euros

The Academic Sports Association has filed a complaint against a former employee suspected of embezzling about 70,000 euros.

Mar 19 • 12:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

New Academic and Intellectual Books on March 20

A list of newly released academic and intellectual books is presented, covering anthropology, philosophy, digital connectivity, architecture, and music sociology.

Mar 19 • 12:31 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

President of the Academy of Sciences: I fully support Konstantinas' desire to remove the poster 'Lithuania for Lithuanians'

Lithuanian officials have launched a preliminary investigation into Konstantinas Andrijauskas for removing a controversial poster during a national event while an academic voice supports his actions.

Mar 19 • 06:54 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Arnar: Now I just need to take the doctoral exam

Arnar discusses the final steps he needs to take to complete his doctoral program.

Mar 18 • 14:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"I Dream of a Fight with La Russa": the Shocking Post by Professor Montanari

Professor Tomaso Montanari expressed a violent sentiment towards Italy's Senate President Ignazio La Russa in a social media post, raising questions about the appropriateness of such language from an academic leader.

Mar 18 • 12:13 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence in Education Raises Concerns: Students Lose Ability to Make Independent Judgments

Concerns have emerged about the impact of artificial intelligence tools on students' critical thinking skills as many educators fear inappropriate use in academic work.

Mar 18 • 11:44 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Veronika Kalmus: habitual language perception hides the grim ugliness of empty words

Veronika Kalmus critiques the pervasive use of empty, bureaucratic language in academic and educational writing, arguing that it obscures clarity and meaning.

Mar 18 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Florida professors quietly defy restrictions on race and gender: ‘This is how authoritarianism works’

Some Florida sociology professors are choosing to ignore new state guidelines that restrict discussions on race and gender in their courses, viewing their actions as a commitment to educational integrity.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The registration of foreign entities threatens freedoms and science, universities protest

Universities in Czechia are protesting against new regulations that could jeopardize academic and personal freedoms regarding the registration of foreign entities.

Mar 18 • 09:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Victoria Voidogaitė, who left the convent – about the fateful decision: "It changed everything for me"

Viktoria Voidogaitė discusses her transformative decision to leave the convent after 20 years, leading her to a new life as an educator and author in Lithuania and Italy.

Mar 18 • 09:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Police issue crucial update in mystery case of missing academic

Police have released new CCTV footage in the case of Vitoria Figueiredo Barreto, a missing Brazilian academic from Essex University, who disappeared under suspicious circumstances two weeks ago.

Mar 18 • 06:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deaths: Teacher did not choose the place for his irreverent geography lessons

Gil Sodero de Toledo, a renowned geography teacher and academic, passed away, renowned for his unconventional teaching methods that transformed geography classes into unique learning experiences.

Mar 17 • 19:11 UTC

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