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US inflation rose 0.4% in October as price increases cooled and gas costs dipped
US inflation rose 0.4% from September to October, with gas prices declining and overall price increases moderating despite elevated energy costs from geopolitical tensions.
David Jones to close half its stores, triggering mass job losses in ‘urgent restructure’
David Jones will close 19 of its 38 stores by year-end, eliminating numerous jobs as receivers implement urgent restructuring following the department store chain’s voluntary administration.
Testing the new generation of AI-enabled fire-extinguishing drones
Fire crews in Aspen, Colorado are training to operate AI-enabled drones developed by Seneca that can carry and deploy fire-suppressing foam, potentially becoming the first department to use the technology independently.
Israeli opposition hurries to seize control as new Knesset is sworn in
Israel’s opposition parties seized control of the Knesset after it was sworn in, moving to replace the speaker and pursue legislation including term limits for prime ministers and an inquiry into October 2023 attacks.
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Goldsmiths fine art students call for compensation over record tutor strike
Goldsmiths fine art students seek compensation as a prolonged university strike enters its 21st week, with 10 of 12 tutors absent and minimal teaching occurring.
Oriel College urged to cancel student group’s event with Jason Arday accuser
Oxford’s Oriel College faces calls to cancel an event featuring Nathan Cofnas, who made plagiarism accusations against deceased Cambridge professor Jason Arday, citing concerns about discrimination and hostile campus environment.
Their colleges closed, but the government refuses to erase their debts, lawsuit says
A borrower whose college closed is suing the Education Department after his loan forgiveness application was denied, despite qualifying under a Biden-era eligibility expansion that the Trump administration appears to be disregarding.
French pupils resume school blockades as country braces for more protests
French high schools face renewed blockades as students demand better conditions and funding, with education officials warning the school year is at risk for exam-sitting students.
Why public schools nationwide are facing a massive drop in student enrollment
Public schools nationwide are experiencing significant enrollment declines due to low birth rates and immigration policy changes, with some districts losing thousands of students and potentially requiring school closures.
What a Trump Admin. Review of Civil Rights Guidance May Mean for Schools
The U.S. departments of Education and Justice declared seven civil rights guidance documents unenforceable, affecting school policies on English learners, racial discipline, and admissions.
These Students Are Often Left Out of CTE Programs. Here’s How to Fix It
Career and technical education programs face accessibility challenges for English learners and disadvantaged students, but experts say intentional outreach, multilingual materials, and community partnerships can address these gaps.
Teaching GCSE topics younger risks turning schools into ‘early exam factories’, Powell warns
England’s education secretary opposes teaching GCSE subjects to pupils before year 10, warning the practice turns schools into ‘early exam factories’ and increases disengagement.
Florida Schools Could Struggle to Fund Police Officers After Property Tax Cuts
Florida schools fear losing school resource officers as property tax cuts strain local law enforcement budgets that help fund the on-campus officers required since 2018.
Headteachers consider leaving jobs earlier than planned after new Ofsted inspection
A survey reveals that 52% of English headteachers inspected under Ofsted’s new framework are considering leaving their roles earlier than planned, citing intense strain on mental health.
3-Year Degrees Grow in Popularity
Three-year bachelor’s degree programs have grown rapidly, with at least 119 now offered across U.S. institutions, though awareness and enrollment remain limited challenges for colleges launching these programs.
International Student Interest in U.S. Surges After Midterms
International student interest in U.S. universities surged following Democrats’ midterm election victory, with program page views rising 40 percent, reversing a two-year decline under Trump administration policies.