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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Odyssey of a Family That Had to Secure School Openings Days Before the Start of Classes

A family in Villa Real faced an urgent search for school placements for their children just before the school year began after their previous school shut down unexpectedly.

Feb 24 • 14:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Professor investigated for sexually harassing a student at UFRR school is suspended for 60 days

Aramuru Soares Borges, a 69-year-old mathematics professor at UFRR, has been suspended for 60 days after being investigated for sexually harassing a 15-year-old student.

Feb 20 • 21:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Start of classes in danger

The start of school classes in Argentina is uncertain as education ministers from 24 jurisdictions have committed to fulfilling the requirement of 190 effective school days but have autonomy over the school calendar.

Feb 19 • 04:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Antonis Manidakis has died - Two days of mourning at the Law School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Antonis Manidakis, an esteemed professor at the Law School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and former Minister, has passed away at the age of 82, prompting a two-day mourning period at the university.

Feb 18 • 14:24 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

You have the last days to fix the e-application for high schools, fifteen percent of parents need to manually add grades

Parents have until February 20 to correct information on their children's high school e-applications, with technical issues affecting the submission process.

Feb 18 • 08:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Back to school: how to organize food for the start of classes, according to a nutritionist

As the school year begins, a nutritionist emphasizes the importance of proper meal planning for children's energy and concentration during long school days.

Feb 17 • 15:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Israel's economic war leaves three school days a week and salaries at 60% in the West Bank

Israel's economic measures have drastically reduced schooling in the West Bank to three days a week while salaries are cut to 60%, driven by the policies of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Feb 17 • 04:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When classes start in CABA 2026: this is the school calendar

The Buenos Aires city government has confirmed the official school calendar for 2026, setting school start dates and ensuring 190 days of instruction.

Feb 16 • 16:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Files Approved Rampantly on the Day of Ajit Pawar's Demise, Questions Raised on 75 Approvals

Controversy arises in Maharashtra over the issuance of minority certificates shortly after the death of former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, with records showing 75 approvals in just four days after his passing.

Feb 16 • 12:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Last days of carnival in Timóteo feature matinée, shows, and samba school parade

Timóteo's carnival is in its fourth day, marked by festive shows and traditional music, after a 14-year hiatus for street celebrations.

Feb 16 • 11:55 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

How the Kyiv International School continues to learn, care, and lead in the hardest days

The Kyiv International School has adapted to ongoing challenges arising from Russian attacks and harsh winter conditions, ensuring education and support for its students during this crisis.

Feb 16 • 11:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Check out the order of the parades of the Silver, Bronze series and blocks in Intendente Magalhães

The Intendente Magalhães will host the samba school parades of the Silver and Bronze series, starting on Saturday, February 14, 2025, with a total of 54 parades scheduled over six days.

Feb 13 • 10:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bus breaks down five times in four days, residents of Teresina report

Residents of Teresina, Brazil, are voicing concerns about repeated bus breakdowns affecting their daily commutes to school and work.

Feb 12 • 15:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Inside Margot Robbie's Wild Life from Circus School to Pre-Fame Job at Subway

The article explores the unconventional journey of actress Margot Robbie from her early days at circus school and working at Subway to becoming a Hollywood star.

Feb 12 • 15:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Senate approved the labor reform bill; only 3 provinces will reach 190 school days

The Argentine Senate has passed a labor reform bill aimed at changing employment relations amid significant political maneuvering.

Feb 12 • 11:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A concerning fact: only three provinces meet the agreed 190 days of classes

A report reveals that only three provinces in Argentina are meeting the goal of 190 school days set by the educational authorities.

Feb 12 • 02:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Outbreak of virus among students and staff causes classes to be suspended for two days at a school in the interior of SP

A virus outbreak among students and staff led to a two-day suspension of classes at the EMEI "Prof. Octávio Dezan Sobrinho" in Macaubal, SP.

Feb 11 • 20:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The closure of the Formar Futuro Institute: the anguished search for vacancies just days before classes start

Parents are scrambling to find school placements for their children after the sudden closure of the Formar Futuro Institute in Buenos Aires, just days before the new academic year begins.

Feb 11 • 17:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teenager shot dead in front of school two days after another student was murdered in MT

A 17-year-old boy was shot dead in front of a school in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, just two days after another teenage shooting in the same town.

Feb 11 • 14:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Royal Space" revealed unseen past photos and a diary page: it was done for a reason

The band members of the legendary group "Karališka erdvė" reflect on their school days and unveil long-lost photographs as they celebrate 31 years since their formation.

Feb 10 • 08:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Rare photo: This is what Iina Kuustonen looked like as a high school student

A rare photo of Finnish actress Iina Kuustonen from her high school days has surfaced, shared by radio host Mikko Honkanen.

Feb 8 • 19:37 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Erli Aasamets: 175 school days do not improve society

Erli Aasamets argues that expecting schools to improve societal values and behaviors with only 175 school days is naive and urges a reevaluation of the role and responsibilities of the education system in Estonia.

Feb 8 • 07:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 2 South of Minas on Saturday, February 7, 2026

A teenager assaulted by a pilot dies after 16 days hospitalized in the DF, while various incidents related to the carnival are reported including a school being condemned for paying a significant amount to a deceased student's family and the popularity of carnival events.

Feb 7 • 23:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fight over gum: school mourns death of young man beaten after a fight in Vicente Pires after 16 days hospitalized

The school where 16-year-old Rodrigo Castanheira studied mourns his death following 16 days in a coma after a violent altercation.

Feb 7 • 14:51 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Worrying trend in Croatia, schools in big trouble: 'Most often it is about short-term absences of up to three days... '

Students in Croatia miss over 40 million hours of class each school year, raising concerns about a growing problem of attendance, especially in high schools.

Feb 7 • 09:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of Acadêmicos de Niterói dismissed from Alerj

Wallace Alves Palhares, the president of Acadêmicos de Niterói, was dismissed from his position as assistant at the Rio de Janeiro Legislative Assembly just days before the school's debut in the Special Group of the carnival, which will honor President Lula.

Feb 6 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do classes start in the province of Buenos Aires

The Buenos Aires provincial government officially announced the educational calendar for 2026, detailing the start of classes and winter break, aiming for 190 days of school activity.

Feb 6 • 15:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do classes start in Córdoba?

The provincial government has adopted the federal schedule to ensure 190 days of activity, with classes set to begin in early March.

Feb 6 • 14:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What day do classes start in CABA in 2026

The Buenos Aires government has announced the official schedule for the start of classes in 2026, ensuring 190 mandatory school days for initial, primary, and secondary levels.

Feb 6 • 14:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Four suspected abductors of Ondo school proprietor in police net

Four suspects have been arrested by the Ondo State Police in connection with the abduction of Mrs. Tomiola Oladehinde, a school proprietor, who was kidnapped for five days before her release.

Feb 6 • 00:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

740 Days Until Recognition of Public Interest Reporting… Questions Left by the Ji Hye-bok Teacher Incident on Progressive Education

The case involving teacher Ji Hye-bok, who faced retaliatory actions after exposing sexual harassment in her school, highlights ongoing challenges in the progressive education system in Seoul, as she finally received a court ruling in her favor after a lengthy battle.

Feb 5 • 21:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Closure of a Private School in Buenos Aires Leaves More Than 300 Students Uncertain About Their Education

A private school in Buenos Aires closed unexpectedly, leaving over 300 students without educational continuity just days before the new school year starts.

Feb 5 • 09:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

It's official. Here are all the days that children will NOT have classes in February | Break dates

February prepares for a much-anticipated long weekend that will allow many to plan breaks and short trips while also highlighting other important dates for families, students, and workers.

Feb 3 • 21:10 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

What days are there no school for the White Week 2026 and the Carnival bridge

The article discusses the school holidays in Spain for the White Week and Carnival in 2026, highlighting the variations across autonomous communities.

Feb 3 • 14:56 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

It’s official. Here are all the days when children will NOT have classes in February | Break dates

February is set to feature an expected extended weekend that will enable thousands to plan vacations and short trips, with key days off for both workers and students outlined in the article.

Feb 3 • 13:57 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Gallery: The School Dance New Season Opened with the Hiiumaa Dance Day

The 2026 regional dance days festival 'Koolitants' launched in Kärdla culture center on January 31, attracting a full house despite the harsh cold, emphasizing equal opportunities and valuing youth dance.

Feb 3 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Search has been ongoing for three days: More than 150 police officers are searching for the missing boy

Over 150 police officers are continuing the search for eight-year-old Noah R., who went missing on Wednesday morning after being dropped off at school in Frankfurt's Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood.

Jan 16 • 09:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Should parents be punished if children don't go to school?

The Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth has abandoned its plan to restrict parents from justifying school absences, maintaining the current policy that allows parents to justify up to three consecutive days of absence throughout the year.

Jan 14 • 10:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Major incident declared as 30,000 homes left without water in Kent and Sussex

A major incident has been declared as 30,000 homes in Kent and Sussex have been without water for up to five days, impacting schools and hospitals due to the cold weather and Storm Goretti.

Jan 12 • 12:45 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Carnival 2026: when and in which holidays and non-school days is it celebrated

The article discusses the dates and locations of Carnival celebrations in 2026 across various cities in Spain and the world, highlighting the festive activities planned for the event.

Jan 9 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

About Parents' Evenings: "I can't stand it," I said when a good friend brought champagne

The author reflects on the insecurities and pressures experienced during parents' evenings, likening the atmosphere to their own school days filled with performance anxiety and group dynamics.

Jan 9 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"I didn't know that cocaine stayed in the system for so long": suspended sentence for a school bus driver tested positive near Nice

A 42-year-old school bus driver tested positive for cocaine five days after New Year's, while transporting 34 minors, and received a suspended sentence.

Jan 6 • 17:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Check if your school is closed as UK snow maps show ANOTHER blizzard to hit Britain

Due to severe winter weather, hundreds of schools across Wales, South West England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland have closed, causing many students to have unexpected days off, with further closures expected tomorrow.

Jan 5 • 21:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Parents given answer after 125,000 people demand school week is cut to four days

The UK government has responded to a petition signed by over 125,000 people calling for a four-day school week, with an education minister expressing concerns about potential negative impacts on extracurricular activities and homework.

Jan 5 • 19:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

George Papadakis: Stories from the Journey of the Patriarch of the Morning Zone

The article explores the life and achievements of George Papadakis, highlighting his early days in elementary school, his first television show on homosexuality in Greece, and memorable moments from his career.

Jan 5 • 05:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Schools closed for at least three days due to power outage after arson attack

A power outage caused by left-wing extremists in southwest Berlin has delayed the start of school for thousands of children, leading to the temporary closure of more than a dozen schools and childcare centers in the district of Steglitz-Zehlendorf.

Jan 4 • 15:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Giovanni Tamburini, the high school student from Bologna

Giovanni Tamburini, a 16-year-old student from Bologna, has been confirmed as a victim of the fire at the Le Constellation nightclub in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, ending days of anxious waiting for his family.

Jan 4 • 13:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tens of thousands demand schools switch to four-day weeks to boost teachers

A petition signed by over 126,000 people is urging UK MPs to debate the switch to a four-day school week to help recruit more teachers, with the proposal including extending school hours to compensate for the reduced days.

Jan 2 • 12:24 UTC

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