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The article criticizes the poor selection process for youth school locations in Iceland.

A bill establishing a public medical school requiring graduates to serve in public healthcare institutions for 15 years has passed a subcommittee of South Korea's National Assembly's Health and Welfare Committee.

Starting from the 2027 academic year, students must graduate from middle and high schools within the same metropolitan area as their medical school to apply for local doctor selection.

The Argentine government will provide an extraordinary supplementary payment for the Annual School Aid, ensuring a minimum of $85,000 for all families receiving the benefit in March 2026.

Lithuanian Defense Minister evaluates the country's defense policy while police begin inquiries into an incident at a school in Alytus, amid extended EU sanctions against Belarus, US-Ukrainian negotiations in Geneva, and North Korea's favorable stance towards the US.

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 Lithuanian Ministry of Health has announced an increase in state-funded medical school places through collaboration with various governmental bodies to encourage students to work in regional healthcare after graduation.

A new survey reveals that although health education is part of school curriculums in Poland, its mandatory status is being debated amidst contrasting views from educational and religious leaders.

The South Korean Ministry of Education plans to recommend the abolition of formal school uniforms in favor of more comfortable attire, responding to ongoing debates about uniform pricing.

Hendrik Agur advocates for the nationalization of transition schools in Estonia to promote Estonian-language education, particularly in the multicultural region of Ida-Virumaa.

Barry Neufeld, a former Chilliwack school trustee, faces a $750,000 penalty for opposing transgender policies, as ruled by the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal.

The studies for the establishment of the State School of Film and Audiovisual Media have been completed, representing a significant step in enhancing Greece's audiovisual sector.

There's growing concern in South Korea over school uniform costs, as parents argue that government subsidies are not sufficient to cover both regular and sports uniforms.

A recent analysis claims that bans on mobile phone use in schools are ineffective.

This year, nearly 5,800 individuals applied for police training in Finland, marking the highest number since the current degree program began in 2014.

The UK government is set to unveil plans aimed at halving the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their more affluent peers in English schools.

A Texas mother expresses gratitude towards the Trump administration for advancing school choice policies that she believes are beneficial for education.

Teacher unions in Buenos Aires are initiating their first joint strike against Governor Axel Kicillof, disrupting the school year start due to salary policy disagreements.

Italy's Ministry of Education adds 18,137 newly specialized support teachers to better serve students with disabilities.

The South Korean Ministry of Education plans to investigate school uniform costs and discuss simplifying uniform categories in response to high prices and the burden on parents.

Education Minister Choi Kyung-jin addressed the issue of expensive school uniforms in response to President Yoon's recent comments, emphasizing the need to reassess the necessity of formal uniforms.

A recent Forsa survey indicates that only a third of Frankfurt residents support policies that hinder car traffic, favoring public transport and school renovations instead.

Employees claim the school failed to warn them about a student's murder threat.

Buenos Aires has reduced the maximum number of school absences allowed from 25 to 20 in an effort to tackle high absenteeism rates among secondary students.

The Japanese Ministry of Education plans to revise regulations to officially designate Japanese language support assistants and native language support staff as school employees, aiming to strengthen education for students who require Japanese language instruction.

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.

The article expresses concern over a proposed policy requiring formal greetings in classrooms, suggesting that such mandates overlook the natural interactions that already take place between teachers and students.

The article discusses a shift in school and education policy in Denmark towards creating a safe environment over just achieving measurable educational goals.

The expansion of the high school tuition waiver in Japan, coupled with the removal of income restrictions, is expected to benefit 800,000 students, according to estimates by the Ministry of Education.

The Liberal Party in Sweden has failed to uphold its educational ideals despite years of influence over school policy, contributing to increased polarization and negative perceptions of schools.

A recent report reveals that there is an average of only 1.24 textbooks available per subject for Greek elementary, middle, and high school students, highlighting significant disparities in educational resources.

Belo Horizonte's city hall has launched a pilot school for children of street vendors and recyclers during Carnival, yet engagement has been disappointingly low.

The article argues against banning ultra-processed foods in school cafeterias, promoting critical thinking over prohibition in nutrition education.

A professor challenges the Social Democrats' proposal of a 14-student limit in classrooms, suggesting it may not be optimal based on research findings.

Japan's Ministry of Education has launched a public offering for a new fund aimed at reforming high school education with a total allocation of 295 billion yen over three years.

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.

According to the Finnish Student Union, government changes to support welfare are increasing the indebtedness of high school students.

The Association of Medical School Professors in South Korea is opposing the government's proposal to increase medical school enrollment, advocating instead for adjustments to existing enrollment numbers until current students graduate.

The Vice Governor of Minas Gerais, Mateus Simões, plans to circumvent a court decision that suspended civic-military schools by proposing several projects to keep the policy active.

The Spanish Minister of Education, Milagros Tolón, advocates for a new law aimed at reducing student-to-teacher ratios in public and charter schools, asserting it will enhance educational quality.

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.

An increasing number of schools in the U.S. are banning mobile phones to improve student concentration, with new laws supporting these restrictions across many states.

A recent data breach at a school in Otwock raised concerns over electronic school record security, prompting discussions of potential legal changes.

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.

A study highlights that smartphone policies in English secondary schools significantly burden staff resources, requiring over 100 hours a week to enforce restrictions.

The number of medical school enrollments in South Korea will increase by 490 in 2027, bringing the total to 3,548, with further increases planned for subsequent years.

In Mendoza, Argentina, primary school students who maintain less than 80% attendance will need to take all their subjects in December as a measure to combat unjustified absenteeism.

South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare announced an average annual increase of 668 medical school admissions over the next five years, resolving previous conflicting discussions about medical education expansion.

The number of medical school admissions in South Korea will increase to 3,548 in 2027, with 490 additional spots designated for regional physician candidates.

The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare has indicated a projected shortage of around 4,000 doctors by 2037, leading to potential reductions in the planned annual increase of medical school admissions due to educational conditions.