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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Education: Modern equipment in 11 Art Schools

The Greek Ministry of Education is upgrading 11 Art Schools across the country with modern educational and artistic equipment, with a total budget of 6 million euros.

Mar 10 • 09:11 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Teachers forced to hunt for sponsors – schools cannot afford to purchase materials

Teachers at Rekarnegymnasiet in Sweden are spending considerable time seeking sponsorships to acquire necessary teaching materials due to budget cuts in their educational programs.

Mar 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for California: Gavin Newsom announces a multi-million dollar budget for the 'Emergency Fund' and makes historic investments in education

California Governor Gavin Newsom announces a $348.9 billion budget aimed at bolstering emergency reserves and making significant investments in health and education programs.

Mar 10 • 00:01 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Planning funds announced for 10 new schools in Edmonton

The Alberta government has allocated $44 million for planning ten new school projects in Edmonton as part of its 2026 budget.

Mar 9 • 23:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Punjab Budget 2026: The most money for education, free treatment up to 1 million

The Punjab government has unveiled its budget for 2026, prioritizing education and healthcare with significant funding and new initiatives.

Mar 8 • 06:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

90% of Uijeongbu Citizens' Group: 'Serious Municipal Financial Crisis'... Criticism of Reduced Education and Livelihood Budget

Residents' groups in Uijeongbu, South Korea, criticize the city government for cutting budgets related to education and livelihood amidst a severe financial crisis.

Mar 6 • 06:38 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Can’t run a deficit’: Calgary businesses prepare for incoming property tax hike

Calgary businesses are bracing for a significant rise in property taxes due to recent provincial budget changes.

Mar 6 • 00:41 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black-Red in Hesse: How Reliable is the Hesse SPD?

The article discusses the reliability of the Hesse SPD amid political missteps related to the education budget and other coalition issues.

Mar 5 • 07:50 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black-Red in Hesse: How Reliable is the Hesse SPD?

The article discusses the reliability of the Hesse SPD in relation to the recent compromises made regarding the state education budget.

Mar 5 • 07:50 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary mayor floats plebiscite after provincial education property tax increase

Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas has proposed a plebiscite on property tax contributions to the provincial government in response to a $200 million increase in education tax from the city's 2026 budget.

Mar 5 • 02:22 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps Committee approves polytechnics' 2025 budget report, seeks stronger collaboration

The Nigerian House of Representatives Committee on Federal Polytechnics has approved the 2025 budget performance reports for federal polytechnics and aims to enhance collaboration to overcome challenges in the sector.

Mar 3 • 17:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

When searching for savings in education, one must be careful with the Teacher's Card

The article discusses the need for caution when looking for cost-saving measures in education, particularly regarding the Teacher's Card in Poland.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

First Nation chiefs say Nova Scotia budget cuts appear targeted at Mi’kmaw programs

First Nation leaders in Nova Scotia claim recent budget cuts by the provincial government disproportionately affect Mi’kmaw programs designed to combat systemic inequalities.

Feb 27 • 18:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Reykjadalur receives tens of millions despite others getting less

Reykjadalur has secured significant funding while other organizations will see reductions in financial support due to budget reallocations.

Feb 27 • 14:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Grim Assessment from the Ministry of Finance Regarding Future Cuts – Education and Pensions Mentioned

The Finnish Ministry of Finance projects significant budget cuts of between 8 to 11 billion euros, impacting various sectors including education and pensions.

Feb 27 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Generalitat presents expansive budgets with spending of 49.162 billion

The Catalan government has unveiled its most extensive budgets in history, featuring a spending increase of 22.8% compared to the previous year, with significant allocations for health, education, and social services.

Feb 27 • 12:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

New calculations: Mette Frederiksen's "little school" will cost over 12 billion in Copenhagen

New estimates reveal that Mette Frederiksen's proposed "little school" initiative will incur costs of approximately 11.5 billion kroner in Copenhagen, far exceeding the initial budget of six billion kroner allocated by the Social Democrats for related physical changes.

Feb 27 • 01:05 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta budget 2026 comes with spending hikes but $9.4B deficit

Alberta's 2026 budget announces significant government spending increases while facing a $9.4 billion deficit and rising taxpayer-supported debt.

Feb 26 • 22:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Alausa seeks higher education budget, warns of teacher shortage

Nigeria's Minister of Education urges the National Assembly to increase funding for education to tackle teacher shortages and improve school infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 20:21 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta teachers hail ‘significant’ investment in education, but skepticism ‘remains high’

Alberta teachers praise a substantial investment in education announced by the provincial government, which aims to address overcrowding and teacher shortages, despite lingering skepticism about its adequacy.

Feb 26 • 00:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JAMB projects 23.8 billion naira IGR, expands UTME centres to 1,000

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.

Feb 25 • 19:37 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Premier Danielle Smith revealing details of future Alberta education funding

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Education Demetrios Nicolaides will announce how the provincial budget will impact education funding, amidst a significant budget deficit warning and ongoing tension with teachers.

Feb 25 • 18:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Mäkynen Changed His Mind – Here’s the Reason

Matias Mäkynen of the SDP has reversed his stance on budget adjustments that could lead to significant cuts in social services and education in Finland.

Feb 25 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí government authorizes program to eliminate subjects without teachers at Uespi

The Piauí government has announced a new program to address the issue of subjects lacking teachers at the University of Piauí, providing a budget of R$ 3.2 million for the initiative.

Feb 24 • 18:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Official: Kaunas has approved the city budget for 2026

Kaunas has approved its budget for 2026, emphasizing investments in education, infrastructure, social services, and health.

Feb 24 • 13:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fundeb should compensate for the decline in the federal literacy program budget, says MEC

The Brazilian government's Ministry of Education anticipates that the recently increased Fundeb values will offset a budget decrease in its federal literacy program, despite the actual funding falling short.

Feb 23 • 22:08 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Adaži Municipality Approves Its Historically Largest Budget Without a Mayor

The Adaži Municipality has approved its largest budget ever, amounting to 86 million euros, with key funding from income and property taxes intended for significant investments in education and infrastructure.

Feb 23 • 14:24 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in California: Newsom proposes to improve state education with a budget change for 2026

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a proposal for significant educational reforms in the state's 2026-27 budget.

Feb 23 • 11:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

New education model with smart classes and digital libraries in Delhi

The Delhi government has introduced a new education model providing smart classes and digital libraries in schools, addressing previous shortcomings in infrastructure and budget.

Feb 22 • 15:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps decry absence of 10 rectors at budget defence session

The Nigerian House of Representatives is disappointed by the absence of 10 rectors at a budget defense session for polytechnics, highlighting issues of institutional compliance.

Feb 21 • 19:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teresina announces salary increase for teachers; impact of R$ 150 million

Teachers in Teresina's public schools will receive a 6% salary increase, with an estimated impact of R$ 150 million on the municipality's budget.

Feb 20 • 20:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Narva City Council approved a city budget of 134 million euros

The Narva City Council has approved a budget of 134 million euros for this year, which includes plans for new educational institutions and the expansion of the central square.

Feb 20 • 07:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Schools in England to receive budget for children with special needs as part of Send overhaul

The UK government will provide individual budgets to mainstream schools in England to support children with special needs, addressing chronic issues in the current SEND system.

Feb 19 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vice-rector of UFSC resigns, cites political violence against women, attacks, and budget crisis

Joana Célia dos Passos has resigned as vice-rector of the Federal University of Santa Catarina, citing political violence, budget crises, and management issues.

Feb 19 • 15:56 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Russian Teachers in 10 Regions Face Partial Payment Delays Amid Budget Strain

Teachers in ten Russian regions are experiencing delays in receiving part of their salaries due to budget constraints.

Feb 19 • 14:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Panevėžys District Approved the Budget: Most Funds Will Be Allocated to Education and Infrastructure

The Panevėžys District in Lithuania has approved a budget with significant allocations for education and infrastructure for 2026.

Feb 19 • 13:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Gujarat Government Presents Budget, Significant Expenditure on Education

The Gujarat government has allocated ₹63,184 crore to the education sector in its budget, marking a crucial investment in development.

Feb 19 • 10:13 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Struggle for Belief: This is not how one governs

The article discusses the backlash against Hessian Economics Minister Kaweh Mansoori's support for integrated comprehensive schools, highlighting the tensions within the SPD regarding budget cuts and collaboration with the CDU.

Feb 19 • 09:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Unions: Cuts to integration education threaten hundreds of teaching jobs

Finnish teaching unions are opposing proposed cuts to integration education for immigrants that could jeopardize thousands of language education opportunities and hundreds of teaching jobs.

Feb 19 • 08:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost? Crayons, notebooks, sharpeners... Build your school basket and we'll estimate a budget

An article from Argentina discusses the costs involved in preparing students for the school year, emphasizing the budgeting implications for families.

Feb 18 • 04:01 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Health, education, public safety to be protected in B.C. budget, Minister Bailey says

British Columbia's Finance Minister Brenda Bailey outlines a disciplined budget prioritizing health, education, and public safety amid economic challenges and a significant deficit.

Feb 17 • 14:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Complutense Designs a Three-Year Dismantling Plan: Cleaning of Professors, Reduced Course Offerings, and Degree Programs

The Complutense University of Madrid has proposed a financial plan for 2025-2028 that aims to comply with the wishes of the regional government while simultaneously addressing the university's financial obligations.

Feb 17 • 13:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Teachers are losing ground again. Broniarz demands a second pay rise from Nowacka for 2026?

Teachers in Poland are frustrated with the proposed pay increase and are calling for a second raise amidst government budget constraints.

Feb 17 • 09:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Read important news for February 17, 2026, Tuesday in one click

The budget will be presented in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu today, and the CBSE board exams for 10th and 12th grades will commence.

Feb 16 • 18:42 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

HÍ needs over six billion to stay competitive

The University of Iceland faces a significant funding shortfall exceeding six billion Icelandic krónur to maintain its competitive standing.

Feb 16 • 13:58 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Cēsis Municipality's Budget Expenditures Will Be Slightly Higher Than Last Year

Cēsis Municipality has approved a budget with expenditures increasing by 4% over last year's, while revenues are projected to rise by 3.8%.

Feb 16 • 07:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Less money from the state will mean rising prices, warn scouts and pioneers

Youth organizations in Czechia warn that reduced funding from the Ministry of Education could lead to increased membership fees and a decline in activities.

Feb 15 • 09:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Approved budget of 264.4 million euros for Vilnius district municipal: the largest part for education

The Vilnius district municipality’s budget has been approved, showing an increase of 8.8% from last year, with a significant portion allocated to education and infrastructure.

Feb 13 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kairet Remmak-Grassmann: Tallinn's Budget is Centered on Children's Welfare

Kairet Remmak-Grassmann emphasizes that the Tallinn city budget prioritizes the welfare of children and education despite past financial missteps by the Social Democrats.

Feb 13 • 06:56 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

'Significant Service Deterioration' Coming in Nyborg After Million-Kroner Hole in Municipal Budget

Nyborg Municipality has unveiled a budget plan featuring significant cuts due to a 72 million kroner deficit.

Feb 12 • 16:20 UTC

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