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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Keyboard Cases Deployed in Setagaya Schools in Tokyo Have Four Incidents of Smoke

The Setagaya Ward in Tokyo reported that four incidents of smoke from keyboard cases for tablets in public elementary and junior high schools occurred this month, but no injuries were reported.

Mar 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Victoria bills itself as the ‘education state’ but thousands of school teachers are set to strike. Here’s what it means

Thousands of public school teachers in Victoria are set to strike due to low pay and excessive workloads, marking the first such strike in 13 years as approved by the Fair Work Commission.

Mar 23 • 05:19 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Helicopter demonstration and dog handler exhibitions: an open day will be held at the border guard college

The State Border Guard College in Latvia is hosting an open day on April 17th, inviting the public to learn about education opportunities and careers within the border guard service.

Mar 23 • 05:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Feared Cuts Coming: Pensions, Child Benefits, Education, Cancer Drugs

Experts warn of significant budget cuts and tax increases in Finland to rectify the public finances, which could include pension cuts and changes to child benefits.

Mar 23 • 04:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Teacher strikes to go ahead in Tasmania, despite deal 'getting closer'

Public school teachers in Tasmania will strike this week, causing school closures across the state after rejecting the latest pay offer from the government.

Mar 22 • 23:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The democratic memory of students from the generation at the end of ETA: "They don't know who Otegi is, it sounds like Chinese to them and it's a taboo subject for teachers"

A discussion highlights the lack of awareness among students about the historical context of ETA and the perceived taboo in addressing these topics in classrooms.

Mar 22 • 21:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Artistic Gymnastics House offers 55 free spots for girls in Salvador

The Artistic Gymnastics House in Salvador is offering 55 free spots for girls aged 5 to 19 who are enrolled in public schools.

Mar 22 • 20:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Contests and selections in PE have more than a thousand vacancies with salaries up to R$ 12,3 thousand; learn how to apply

There are over 1,100 job vacancies open in Pernambuco, Brazil, with positions available for various educational levels and salaries reaching up to R$ 12,300.

Mar 22 • 15:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal University opens a competition for professors with salaries of up to R$ 14 thousand in RR

The Federal University of Roraima is accepting applications for a public competition for six full-time professor positions, with salaries ranging from R$ 6,180.85 to R$ 14,463.83.

Mar 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil halves the number of schools without access to water, says Unicef

Brazil has significantly reduced the number of public schools without access to water, according to a Unicef report released on World Water Day.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Curcio: "This Government bets on human capital, but underfunds education and universities"

Economist Javier Curcio critiques the Argentine government's underfunding of education while proclaiming a commitment to human capital development.

Mar 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos residents excited over reintroduction of monthly sanitation, lawyers kick

Lagos residents are enthusiastic about the revival of monthly sanitation efforts aimed at improving cleanliness and reducing flooding, while some express concerns over enforcement and the need for better waste management education.

Mar 22 • 00:04 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Across Australia’s outer suburbs, more parents are picking private over public schools. What’s behind the trend?

More parents in Australia’s outer suburbs are choosing private schools over public ones for their children's education, driven by personal values and community growth.

Mar 21 • 19:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Três Rios receives new school bus as part of the Novo PAC initiative

The municipality of Três Rios in Brazil has received a new school bus aimed at enhancing student access to education, amid a nationwide distribution of new vehicles by the federal government.

Mar 21 • 15:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Orchestra formed by public school students from Rio will perform at the Vatican

A group of young girls from Rio de Janeiro's public schools is set to perform at the Vatican, showcasing their musical talent on an international stage.

Mar 21 • 05:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seduc-PI Exam: Over 30,000 Candidates Set to Take Tests in 18 Municipalities on Sunday (22)

Over 30,000 candidates are prepared to take public exams for teaching positions in the Piauí state education department this Sunday in 18 municipalities.

Mar 20 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal schools in Monte Mor will have panic button for incidents such as invasions and threats

Municipal schools in Monte Mor, Brazil, are introducing a panic button system to enhance security against incidents like invasions and threats.

Mar 20 • 22:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Student with Down syndrome is the first to graduate from public higher education

Ana Clara Ardisson, a 26-year-old from Minas Gerais living in Alagoas, became the first person with Down syndrome to graduate from a public higher education institution in her state.

Mar 20 • 18:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Transformation of Bratislava's Patrónka: New Centers to Emerge from the Hospital, Factory, and Scientific Campus

The article discusses the planned transformation of Bratislava's Patrónka area into new centers for culture and education, highlighting its historical significance and current transportation role.

Mar 20 • 17:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 200 professionals are called to work in the state network of Piauí

The state of Piauí has called 218 professionals to enhance the teaching and administrative staff in public schools as part of an initiative to strengthen integrated full-time high school and technical education.

Mar 20 • 17:19 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect on the run jumps the wall of Santa Cruz school in the western zone of SP and is apprehended by security

A suspect fleeing the police was apprehended after jumping over the wall of the Santa Cruz school in São Paulo's western zone.

Mar 20 • 15:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Terror-convicted man allowed to continue studying chemistry

A man convicted of terrorism for plotting to poison Eurovision attendees with cyanide is allowed to continue his chemistry studies at KTH despite attempts by the university to expel him.

Mar 20 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal education network reinforces educational actions against dengue

The municipal education network in Araraquara, Brazil, has launched educational initiatives aimed at raising awareness about dengue fever and prevention methods among students.

Mar 20 • 13:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

New controversy about public school teachers' working hours

The article discusses the recent election campaign promises regarding public school improvements in Denmark while correcting an earlier mistake about teachers issuing a strike warning.

Mar 20 • 13:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

While politicians are battling over the public school, teachers threaten to go on strike

Teachers in Denmark are threatening to strike due to unresolved disagreements over work conditions amidst a political campaign for better public schools.

Mar 20 • 13:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Teachers threaten to go on strike

Teachers in Denmark are threatening to strike due to disagreements over working conditions amid the election campaign focused on improving public schools.

Mar 20 • 13:01 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Terror Convict Allowed to Study Chemistry at KTH Despite School's Warning: 'High Risk'

A convicted terrorist in Sweden has been granted permission to continue his chemistry studies at KTH, despite concerns from the school about the potential risk he poses.

Mar 20 • 12:56 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Pittsburgh Public Schools moves to remote learning ahead of NFL Draft

Pittsburgh Public Schools will implement remote learning from April 22-24 during the NFL Draft to manage the influx of visitors and ensure educational continuity.

Mar 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Father of meningitis victim, 18, tells of family’s ‘immeasurable’ devastation

The father of an 18-year-old girl who died from meningitis urges for better protections to prevent similar tragedies.

Mar 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former mayor of Americana and current Secretary of Education of Taboão da Serra sentenced to return R$ 276,000 from daycare construction

Diego De Nadai, the former mayor of Americana, and Luciano Corrêa, the current Secretary of Education of Taboão da Serra, have been ordered to repay R$ 276,600 to public coffers due to irregular payments made for daycare construction in 2011.

Mar 19 • 23:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After 10 days, the strike of public school teachers in Sergipe is over

The public school teachers' strike in Sergipe has ended after 10 days following a decision by the workers' union to suspend it amidst ongoing negotiations with the state government.

Mar 19 • 20:24 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Home Front Command: From next week, educational activities will be allowed in more areas

The Home Front Command in Israel announced that educational activities will be permitted in additional areas starting Sunday, though large cities have been excluded from this measure.

Mar 19 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

50 students participate in composting and waste treatment workshop in Santarém

Public school students in Santarém engaged in a composting workshop aimed at establishing a school garden and promoting sustainable practices.

Mar 19 • 19:22 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

IB in public schools – A new era from September

The International Baccalaureate (IB) will be introduced in Greek public schools for the first time in September 2026, marking a significant shift in the educational landscape.

Mar 19 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'The law on paper is so beautiful': parents complain about the lack of caregivers in public schools in Campinas

Parents in Campinas, Brazil, express serious concerns over the lack of caregivers for children with disabilities in public schools, which has led to many children not attending classes.

Mar 19 • 18:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Road Cinema Truck from the Federal Highway Police arrives in Petrópolis with traffic education actions

The Road Cinema Truck from Brazil's Federal Highway Police has arrived in Petrópolis to promote traffic safety education.

Mar 19 • 16:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Do you know the basics of history? Almost everyone should score at least 6 points in this test

A Finnish publication encourages people to test their knowledge of basic historical facts, with emphasis on the Finnish War of 1808-1809.

Mar 19 • 16:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Sexual Abuse in Parisian Schools: A Scandal That Could Cost the Left the Elections

The mayoral election campaign in Paris is shaken by a scandal of sexual abuse in public schools that occurred under the leadership of leftist mayor Anne Hidalgo and her deputy Emmanuel Grégoire.

Mar 19 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

NKSC presents a new course to help safely use artificial intelligence

The National Cyber Security Centre in Lithuania is launching a course aimed at educating citizens on the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence tools.

Mar 19 • 12:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

New Books for Culture on March 20

A selection of newly released insightful books covering topics like labor rights, public transportation, literacy education, and historical religious speeches in South Korea.

Mar 19 • 12:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Stubb in Raasepori – live broadcast at 15:15

President Alexander Stubb will visit Raasepori, Finland, starting with a military inspection and concluding with an address at a public event.

Mar 19 • 10:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Organizations raise alarm about materials on sexual education presented by a Catholic researcher in the Saeima

Several Latvian organizations have expressed concerns regarding sexual education materials presented by a Catholic researcher at a parliamentary committee meeting.

Mar 19 • 09:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

How to Deal with Entrance Exam Stress in an Election Year

The article discusses the rising public and media attention on entrance exams for secondary schools in Slovakia, particularly highlighting the systemic issues that disadvantage less affluent families.

Mar 19 • 09:50 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

An Unchanging School, an Overly Honest Society: The Reason Why the Reformist Principal Left His Job

A prominent principal known for advocating progressive educational reforms in Tokyo public elementary schools steps down, questioning the rigidity of the educational system.

Mar 19 • 07:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Students Presented a Vision for the Capital's Future: Vote for the Most Interesting Idea for Vilnius

Students from various schools in Vilnius submitted their visions for the city's future, inviting public voting on the best ideas.

Mar 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saerb's selection process opens registrations for high school and higher education in Rio Branco; see positions and salaries

The Water and Sewage Service of Rio Branco (Saerb) is conducting a simplified selection process for hiring temporary professionals in various positions.

Mar 18 • 22:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

27,000 students in Quito already have preferential cards for access to transportation, museums, and libraries in the capital

27,000 students in Quito have received preferential cards that will allow free access to public transportation, museums, and libraries in the city.

Mar 18 • 21:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Josipa Nemet on the podcast 'Željka Markić & Narod.hr': Childhood defense systems have failed

In a recent podcast episode, biochemist and molecular biologist Josipa Nemet discussed the shortcomings of childhood defense systems and the impact of ideology on public policies.

Mar 18 • 20:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Dem-backed 'social justice' law put Virginia's ODU campus at risk before attack, former AG argues

Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares criticizes a law that limits colleges from considering criminal histories of applicants in light of a recent attack at Old Dominion University, claiming it endangers public safety.

Mar 18 • 17:53 UTC

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