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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Competition in university entrance exams reinforces the importance of pre-university courses

Competition in Brazil's university entrance exams highlights the growing need for effective pre-university preparation.

Mar 3 • 13:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Registration for Category A Exams has Started at 'Regitra'

Registration for motorcycle driving tests has begun in Lithuania, with a significant increase in applicants over the years.

Mar 3 • 08:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What is today's success mantra?

The article provides special tips for achieving success in exams, interviews, or important meetings, emphasizing the significance of eating jaggery to promote positivity.

Mar 3 • 08:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

National Student Achievement Examinations for Fourth Graders Start with Tasks in Lithuanian Language

Lithuanian fourth graders will begin their national student achievement examinations with tasks focused on the Lithuanian language and literature today, followed by math assessments next week.

Mar 3 • 07:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young man from Pará with rare disease passes entrance exams at three public universities after taking the Enem in the hospital

A young man from Pará has been accepted into three medical programs despite facing a severe rare disease that required him to take the national exam while hospitalized.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health action promotes free medical consultations, vaccination, and exams in Conceição do Coité

From March 3 to 6, the municipality of Conceição do Coité will offer free medical consultations, vaccination, basic exams, and distribution of medications to the population.

Mar 2 • 18:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Failure in the electronic testing system of standardized exams has not had much impact

A significant failure in the electronic testing system for standardized exams in Iceland did not lead to major consequences.

Mar 2 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Action offers free consultations and exams in Conceição do Jacuípe; see services

A health initiative in Conceição do Jacuípe, Brazil, is providing free consultations and medical exams starting this Monday, catering to various specialties.

Mar 2 • 12:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Before Politicians Solve the Demographic Development, Readers Write About Entrance Exams

Readers discuss the need for addressing demographic changes in the context of entrance exams before politicians take action.

Mar 2 • 11:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Bilbao native Gurutze Padrones wins gold in pharmacy training exams: "I did my internship at the Txagorritxu Hospital and I might choose this option"

Gurutze Padrones from Bilbao achieved the highest score in the 2026 pharmacy training exams, sharing insights about her experience and future aspirations.

Mar 2 • 10:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning issued to National Examination Authority for not accommodating a visually impaired student in exam tasks

Lithuania's National Examination Authority received a warning for failing to provide appropriate exam materials for a visually impaired student during a mathematics exam.

Mar 2 • 08:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Warning issued to the NŠA for not adapting exam tasks for a student with visual impairment

A high school graduate with visual impairment faced significant challenges during a mathematics exam when the provided tasks were not appropriately adapted for his needs.

Mar 2 • 08:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How to Keep Children Calm Amid War News? Learn What Parents Should Do

The article discusses the impact of war anxiety on children during exam times, especially in light of escalating tensions following the reported death of Iranian leader Khamenei.

Mar 2 • 07:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CBSE Alert in Shadow of War: Exams for 10th and 12th Grades Postponed from Bahrain to UAE

The CBSE has postponed the 10th and 12th-grade board exams scheduled for March 2, 2026, in several Middle Eastern countries due to worsening security conditions.

Mar 2 • 06:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How to Request the Medical Exception N-648: The USCIS Rule for the Citizenship Exam in the United States

USCIS allows certain citizenship applicants to request a medical exception to avoid the required English and history exams due to health reasons.

Mar 2 • 06:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CBSE Postpones Exams Amid Violence in the Middle East, Learn Which Countries' Schedule Has Changed

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed 10th and 12th grade exams in several Middle Eastern countries due to rising tensions following U.S.-Israel airstrikes on Iran.

Mar 1 • 10:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who sets the papers for the CBSE board exams? How is their selection done...

This article discusses the process behind how papers for the CBSE board exams are set and the measures taken to ensure fairness.

Mar 1 • 09:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government will provide free medications without bureaucracy and 'caravan' for exams in Juiz de Fora

Brazil's President Lula and Health Minister Padilha announced new health measures in Juiz de Fora, including free access to essential medications without the need for prescriptions or identification.

Mar 1 • 09:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CUET PG admit card may be released soon, exams will start from March 6

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to begin the CUET PG 2026 exams on March 6, and the admit cards are expected to be released shortly.

Mar 1 • 08:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Illinois DMV: How to Prepare for the Driving Test in Spanish

The article provides guidance for Spanish-speaking individuals preparing for the Illinois DMV driving test, emphasizing the availability of practice exams and resources in Spanish.

Feb 28 • 21:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

University offers free gynecological care throughout March in Salvador

The University of Salvador (Unifacs) is providing free gynecological exams and consultations during March to raise awareness about cervical cancer and endometriosis.

Feb 28 • 18:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMS offers preparatory course for Enem, entrance exams and PASSE

The Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) is offering a preparatory course with applications open until March 16, 2026, including free spots for economically vulnerable students.

Feb 28 • 13:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

"I am worried that he will intentionally fail the tests." Four families describe what they experience before the entrance exams for high schools and eight-year gymnasiums

Four families share their experiences and pressures in preparing their children for high school entrance exams in Slovakia.

Feb 28 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UEMS has open registrations for a free preparatory course for the Enem and entrance exams

The State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS) has opened registrations for a free preparatory course for Brazil's National High School Exam (Enem) and entrance examinations, aimed at high school students.

Feb 28 • 12:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From inhalation to 'brigadeiro' with medication: Bauru Zoo shows routine care for elderly animals

The Bauru Zoo in Brazil ensures elderly animal residents receive comprehensive care, involving preventive exams and medication hidden in food for their comfort and well-being.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous Education Contest in Amapá Offers 420 Positions with Salaries Over R$6,000; EDITAL

The Amapá governor has launched a public competition for indigenous education, offering 420 positions with salaries exceeding R$6,000 after a 20-year hiatus of such exams.

Feb 27 • 21:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Severe claim from student suspected of cheating at Tuusula high school – this is how the principal responds

A student’s claim regarding unfair treatment and an alleged cheating incident at Tuusula High School raises questions about examination monitoring.

Feb 27 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFU changes vestibular rules and will apply all tests on a single day

Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) announces a new single-day format for its vestibular exams starting in 2026, aimed at inclusivity and efficiency.

Feb 27 • 16:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Sejm adopted new rules for taking the judges' exam. There will be an additional chance

The Polish Sejm has unanimously approved new legislation allowing judicial candidates an additional chance to take their exams.

Feb 27 • 14:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Waiting list for exams falls by almost 60% in Uberaba; demand for consultations increases

The waiting list for medical exams in Uberaba has decreased by 59%, while the demand for specialist consultations has risen by 11%.

Feb 27 • 11:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Zacharaki: National Examinations to Start on May 29 – Nine-Month Dialogue for the National Diploma

The Greek national examinations will begin on May 29 for General Lyceums and May 30 for Vocational Lyceums, with a new national diploma being discussed over the next nine months.

Feb 27 • 09:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Reorganization of High Schools and Entrance Exams: What Will Happen with Declining Birth Rates and Tuition Waivers?

The article discusses the impact of declining birth rates and the expansion of tuition waivers on high school reorganizations and entrance exam processes in Japan.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

‘Schools not ready for 2026 computer-based SSCE exams’

Educationist Ebenezer Mbamalu warns that many Nigerian schools are unprepared for the shift to computer-based testing for the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examinations.

Feb 27 • 00:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Partial Renewal of the National Electoral Council: Commission will repeat request to universities to send professors to prepare the exams

The Citizens' Commission overseeing the partial renewal of Ecuador's National Electoral Council is set to repeat its request for universities to nominate professors to prepare written and oral exams for candidates.

Feb 26 • 21:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UPA Dr. Thelmo reduces waiting times for exams by up to 75% with new laboratory

The UPA Dr. Thelmo in Jacareí has installed a new clinical analysis laboratory that drastically reduces waiting times for exam results.

Feb 26 • 16:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Electric shock while pressing uniform a day before board exam, student dies tragically

A 10th-grade student in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, tragically died from an electric shock while ironing his school uniform just a day before his board exams.

Feb 26 • 16:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Parents Were Helping Students Copy During the Examination... This Video from Haryana Will Shock You!

A video from Haryana reveals parents assisting students in cheating during board examinations, challenging the claims of a cheating-free exam process.

Feb 26 • 12:29 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Will artificial intelligence in universities lead to a return to oral exams? A discussion about LU's research

A study conducted by the University of Latvia explores how students and teachers are integrating artificial intelligence into their academic processes.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New values for medical and psychological exams for driver's license in Piauí; check it out

The state of Piauí in Brazil has set new limits for the fees charged for medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license, with a cap of R$ 180 implemented by the Departamento Estadual de Trânsito (Detran-PI).

Feb 26 • 09:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Gujarat Board's 10th-12th Exams Begin, 15.27 Lakh Students Taking the Exam

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board has commenced the 10th and 12th-grade exams from February 26, with a total of 15.27 lakh students participating this year.

Feb 26 • 02:28 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

LAUTECH mourns as six nursing students die in road crash

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology mourns the loss of six final-year nursing students who died in a road crash while traveling to campus for exams.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Health Ministry Again Fails to Meet Deadlines with Delay of Provisional List of Those Approved in the MIR, FIR, and EIR Tests

The Spanish health ministry has failed to publish the provisional results of the MIR exams, affecting candidates’ ability to select their specialties.

Feb 26 • 00:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fuvest opens on Monday registration for simulation with a new format for the 1st phase

Fuvest will begin registrations on Monday for a simulated test of the first phase of the 2027 Vestibular, featuring a new format and reduced questions.

Feb 25 • 19:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unesp 2026: sixth list of approved candidates in the entrance exam is released

The State University of São Paulo (Unesp) has released the sixth list of approved candidates for its entrance exams, allowing students to check their results and proceed with virtual registration.

Feb 25 • 18:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ivete Sangalo is hospitalized in Salvador after feeling unwell

Brazilian singer Ivete Sangalo has been hospitalized in Salvador for routine exams after feeling unwell, with her team stating she is stable and under medical supervision.

Feb 25 • 17:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ophthalmology community effort offers free exams and early diagnosis of blindness in Ubaíra

Ubaíra, Brazil is hosting a free ophthalmological event offering a variety of eye exams and early diagnosis services until February 28.

Feb 25 • 14:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Principal annulled matriculation exams without sufficient evidence - court overturned decision

The Helsinki Administrative Court has overturned a decision by the principal of Tuusula High School to invalidate a student's matriculation exams without adequate proof of cheating.

Feb 25 • 13:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

All of a student's matriculation exams were rejected due to suspicions of AI use - court overturned the decision

A student's five matriculation exam results were initially rejected by the principal due to alleged cheating involving AI, but this decision was later overturned by the Helsinki Administrative Court.

Feb 25 • 12:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

State School Inspection / The Quality of Teaching is Declining; Pressure on Performance and Testing Prevalent. It Seems that the Only Goal of Schools is Entrance Exams and Competitions

A report by the Slovak State Inspection highlights that the quality of teaching in schools is decreasing, focusing heavily on testing, which hinders the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills in children.

Feb 25 • 12:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The First in the Nation: Hyogo Prefectural Police Abolish 'Essay' in Recruitment Exams for University Students

The Hyogo Prefectural Police have decided to abolish the essay component in their recruitment exams for university students starting from the fiscal year 2026, aiming to lower barriers for applicants as competition decreases.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC

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