A high school student opened fire at Ateneo de Zamboanga University in the Philippines, killing one student and wounding two others before dying by suicide.
Generations of Buller High School students, led by teacher Janet Pottinger, transformed Tauranga Bay and Cape Foulwind from windswept pasture to thriving native habitat over 29 years, planting 12,425 native plants.
Secondhand fashion is booming, but thrift veterans say rising demand, resale apps, tariffs and inflation have made good finds harder to get and prices harder to afford.
Dozens of high school teams will embark on a five-day, 630-mile solar car race across Texas, marking the 30th anniversary of the Solar Car Challenge. Founded by Dr. Lehman Marks, the event teaches students engineering, project management, and renewable energy skills, introducing a new 'cruiser' division for more passenger-like solar vehicles.
Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong is scheduled for sentencing on September 2nd in a case under the national security law. He was arrested in June 2025 for allegedly conspiring with foreign forces to endanger national security by seeking sanctions against Hong Kong or China.
Police have applied for an arrest warrant for a detective who led the investigation team for the 'Gwangju high school student murder case,' suspecting him of destroying evidence by failing to secure a cable tie found in the suspect's car. This action is believed to have eliminated crucial evidence for a rape-murder charge.
Amid fierce competition for college admissions, some high school students are dropping out to re-enroll as first-year students and improve their GPAs, a phenomenon dubbed 'GPA reset.' This trend is driven by the upcoming 2028 college entrance exam's shift to a 5-grade GPA system, increasing anxiety among students.
À partir de la rentrée 2027, les élèves de seconde en France auront une heure d'enseignement hebdomadaire sur l'intelligence artificielle, intégrée aux cours de sciences numériques et technologie. Cette mesure vise à préparer les jeunes à comprendre et maîtriser l'IA.
Kanagawa Prefectural Police arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of murdering his former girlfriend, a high school student. The victim, Yura Sato, 17, was found dead early on May 11th. The suspect reportedly admitted to the crime.
A high school student in Taipei was stabbed with an umbrella tip by a man on a bus. The man claimed he was angered by being blocked by passengers while trying to exit.
Alexander Browder, son of activist Bill Browder, was sanctioned by Russia for uncovering alleged use of the A7A5 stablecoin to evade sanctions. The stablecoin, reportedly backed by Promsvyazban, processed over $110 billion on-chain.
A memorial service was held 20 years after a high school student died in an elevator accident in Tokyo. The accident led to safety regulations, but full implementation remains a concern.
Transgender teenagers are struggling to access gender-affirming care as clinics close nationwide due to political pressure and funding threats. Stories highlight the emotional and medical toll on young people like Sage, who faced abrupt care cessation, and the broader societal challenges in hearing and validating their experiences.
A high school student in Daejeon stabbed a middle school student on a bus, claiming the victim had bullied his younger brother. The victim is in stable condition, and the assailant has been arrested.
Gender Equality and Family Minister Won Min-kyung expressed "deep anger and dismay" over the indictment of Jang Yoon-gi for the murder of a high school student he did not know. She vowed to strengthen victim protection and prevention measures.
A man initially labeled a "random killer" has been revealed to have committed a planned murder driven by distorted sexual desires. He is accused of stalking and attempting to kidnap a high school student before fatally stabbing her when she resisted. The investigation also uncovered prior sexual assault and illegal filming offenses.
A Taiwanese city councilor has criticized a colleague for publicly shaming a high school student who jokingly called the mayor "New Taipei City Mayor." The student was reportedly distressed by the backlash from the colleague's supporters.
A 17-year-old high school student from Kaohsiung drowned at Wutai Waterfall in Pingtung County on May 25th. This is the third drowning incident at a wild stream waterfall in Pingtung this month, bringing the total to three fatalities. Authorities urge the public to avoid high-risk water areas.
A ceremony was held in Miyagi Prefecture to mark the 21st anniversary of a fatal drunk driving accident where a car struck a group of Sendai Ikuei High School students, resulting in 3 deaths and 15 injuries. Participants renewed their pledge to eradicate drunk driving.
An 18-year-old from Melbourne, Bianca Adler, has become the youngest Australian to summit Mount Everest. She reached the peak on Wednesday morning, facing challenging weather conditions. Adler's parents, also experienced climbers, accompanied her for part of the journey.
Gwangju police release mug shots of Jang Yoon-gi, 23, accused of murdering a 17-year-old female student and wounding a male student in a stabbing incident on May 5, after allegedly seeking revenge for a stalking report by a Vietnamese ex-colleague.
Japanese police have arrested a bus driver on suspicion of negligent driving after a crash on a Fukushima expressway killed a high school student on Wednesday, as investigators look into whether he was speeding and driving without the proper license required to carry passengers for hire. On Friday morning, Fukushima prefectural police searched bus operator Kanbara Tetsudo in Gosen, Niigata prefecture. The arrested driver, Tetsuo Wakayama, 68, told investigators after his arrest on Thursday that...
Rising youth suicides in Manila, driven by emotional distress and digital triggers, have prompted calls for expanded mental health support in the Philippines. About 12.5 million Filipinos suffer from mental health disorders, mainly depression and anxiety. Former suicide survivor Macy Castaneda Lee, now a journalist and founder of advocacy group Talang Dalisay, is turning her past trauma into purpose.
In rural Virginia, Louisa County High School students are transforming scrapped cars into life-changing gifts for single mothers. This unique program, in partnership with Giving Words, equips teens with automotive skills while providing essential transportation to families, fostering independence and stability. Students gain practical experience, learning teamwork and problem-solving as they contribute to a vital community cause.
