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At the recent Workers’ Party Congress, Kim Jong Un touted the economic achievements of North Korea over the past three years as the most significant in three decades, showcasing a change in tone from previous admissions of failure.

Competition for entering prestigious high schools in Lithuania has increased significantly, outperforming that of universities.

Finland's Education Minister proposed increasing medical school admissions significantly, sparking debate over the adequacy of medical education capacity in relation to real healthcare needs.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) of Nigeria announced a target of 23.8 billion naira for internally generated revenue in 2026, an increase from the previous year, while also expanding Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) centres to 1,000.

The State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS) has opened registrations for its Historical School Selection Process (PROUEMS) 2026, focusing on remaining vacancies and a reserve list for undergraduate courses.

Gujarat University has imposed strict penalties on nine NSUI student leaders for protesting against an exhibition celebrating the RSS's centenary, barring them from campus and canceling their admissions.

The Theodolina Falcão Macedo School in Rio Branco is offering open admissions for the Education of Young People and Adults (EJA), aimed at those who have not completed basic education.

A Czech court has addressed issues surrounding fraudulent school enrollments but left legal ambiguities unchanged.

Over 155,000 candidates have applied for high schools in Czechia this year, but available spots are significantly lower than demand.

The Conservative Party plans to reduce university admissions by 100,000 and increase funding for apprenticeships, aiming to streamline educational paths and save government spending.

A pharmacist has recommended a 20-second guideline to help prevent the spread of rising norovirus cases in the UK, where hospital admissions have significantly increased.

Dr. Ramón Bataller highlights the severe health impacts of alcohol consumption on liver diseases, indicating an increase in hospitalizations and mortality rates.

There is a significant decline in the number of births in December over the past six years compared to other months, primarily due to later kindergarten admissions and school readiness issues.

The UGC has declared 32 universities in India as fake, warning students against enrolling in them as their degrees will not be valid for jobs or further education.

More students are opting for medical degrees or admissions to Seoul National University instead of contract programs with major corporations like Samsung and SK Hynix, leading to a significant number of registration cancellations in 2023.

Investigations reveal that private psychiatric hospitals in China's Hubei province have been forcing people without mental illness into long-term admissions to exploit the country's public health insurance system.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities across India, primarily in Delhi, warning students against seeking admissions in them.

Hospital admissions for assault rose significantly during the Carnival period in Teresina, Brazil, with an average of three cases per day reported by Hospital de Urgência de Teresina (HUT).

The Federal University of Piauí (UFPI) has announced the selection list for the first round of the Sisu 2026 admissions process, with enrollment starting soon.

The US Supreme Court's 2023 decision banning colleges from considering racial criteria in admissions has led to a decrease in Black and Latino students at elite universities, while public universities have seen an increase in minority enrollments.

NHS England reports a significant rise in hospital cases of norovirus, warning that admissions have doubled in a month.

The family comedy 'Marsupilami' achieves remarkable success in its second week, nearing 3 million admissions in France.

The article discusses an upcoming educational fair featuring the Vytautas Magnus University (VDU), providing students with opportunities for consultations and inspiring presentations.

Michelle Obama draws parallels between college admissions through affirmative action and athlete admissions in a recent podcast discussion.

12,860 candidates have registered for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Jigawa state, Nigeria, according to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.

The medical community in South Korea is pushing for a reduction in the number of medical school admissions, despite a planned increase, citing concerns over the quality of education, while the government has firmly stated that no adjustments will be made to the admissions numbers.

Allegations have arisen of score collusion among professors during Incheon University's early admission interview process, which reportedly took place without external observers present as mandated by guidelines for fairness.

The new admission process for vocational education in Estonia limits students' ability to choose their specific field of study until their first year is completed, causing concern among prospective students.

A report highlights a concerning increase in children requiring surgical removal of decayed teeth, with 56,000 operations performed in England amid declining access to NHS dental care.

Vole fever cases are currently surging in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland, with local reports detailing alarming symptoms and hospital admissions.

A Cal State professor argues that eliminating SAT requirements for college admissions, intended to promote inclusivity, is resulting in widespread academic unpreparedness among students.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University for allegedly failing to provide data on student admissions amid a broader dispute over racial considerations in the admissions process.

The Trump administration has filed a new lawsuit against Harvard University, accusing it of not providing information about its admissions processes, thus violating anti-discrimination laws.

The State University of Paraíba (UEPB) has released the general waiting list for students seeking admission through the Unified Selection System (Sisu) 2026.

The Federal University of Acre has announced the results of the medical entrance exam's objective tests and provisional essay results, with a new admissions model implemented this year.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University for not cooperating with federal investigators regarding illegal racial favoritism in admissions.

An article outlines the process and resources available for parents to select the best secondary schools for their children in Czechia.

The Trump administration has filed a new lawsuit against Harvard University, alleging non-cooperation with a federal investigation regarding its admissions process and race considerations.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University, accusing it of obstructing a federal investigation into its admissions practices and diversity programs.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University for failing to comply with a federal investigation regarding its admissions process.

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University for allegedly withholding admissions information needed to assess compliance with non-discrimination mandates following a Supreme Court ruling.

The Trump administration has initiated a lawsuit against Harvard University seeking documents related to its admission processes, particularly regarding race considerations.

Columbia University has fired two administrators after revelations that they accepted Karina Chulyak, Jeffrey Epstein's friend, through non-standard admission processes.

Interns and residents in South Korea demand a re-evaluation of the government's plan to increase medical school admissions by 3,342 over five years, starting with 490 in 2027.

The medical community is in disarray over the government's plan to increase medical school admissions by 668 per year, failing to unite on a response after previous threats of collective resignations and strikes.

Ufac has released new preliminary results for students seeking bachelor's degree placements in 2026 following the annulment of the initial results due to inconsistencies.

The preliminary results of the pre-registration for the 2026 admissions process at the Federal University of Maranhão (UFMA) were released, with 6,098 vacancies available across 96 undergraduate courses.

The South Korean government has decided to increase the number of medical school admissions by 3,342 over the next five years, raising concerns about the distribution of these spots among 32 regional medical schools and the establishment of a stable local medical system.

In Delhi, the process of securing nursery admissions for children becomes a significant source of stress for parents every winter, leading to intense competition and various strategies to gain admission.

Maliwal criticizes the admission system, stating that the requirement of recommendations undermines its integrity.