Top scorers admitted to the University of Hong Kong's medical school aim to combine clinical practice with medical research, inspired by personal mentors and a desire to contribute to society.
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" quickly topped the South Korean box office, attracting over 3 million moviegoers in four days and becoming the fastest film this year to reach 1, 2, and 3 million admissions. Other Korean and Hollywood films also performed strongly.
A US study in Ohio found that replacing gas stoves with electric ones led to a 70% drop in hospital admissions and work/school days off for people with poorly controlled asthma, along with a 70% reduction in indoor nitrogen dioxide.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
The Department of Justice has accused UC San Diego School of Medicine of racial discrimination in its admissions, alleging data manipulation to favor certain minorities, violating a 2023 Supreme Court ruling. The DOJ seeks a resolution agreement. Separately, Harvard University faces a new federal probe over foreign funding and potential discrimination against US students.
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has revoked Horizon University College's license in Ajman due to severe and repeated violations of higher education regulations. All academic operations are immediately halted to safeguard quality and national standards.
Research in New South Wales found extreme high temperatures double the risk of young people (up to 24) being hospitalized for mental health conditions in warmer months, tripling it in cooler months. This suggests climate change will worsen youth mental health, prompting calls for mental health messaging in heat warnings.
Stanford student Justin Sato, admitted to Stanford, Princeton, and Caltech, revealed a 15% JEE score. His post highlights India's intense competition and diverse assessment of talent, contrasting US holistic admissions with India's exam-centric approach.
South Korean films saw a 75% increase in admissions in the first half of the year, reaching 37.4 million viewers. This surge was largely driven by the historical film 'The King's Warden,' which alone attracted 16.9 million admissions, becoming the second-most-watched film in South Korea's history. Ticket sales also rose significantly.
NEET UG 2026 re-exam results are anticipated by July 20, with the NTA prioritizing objection reviews. Medical admissions and the MBBS academic session are expected to remain on schedule despite the exam's re-conduct.
Mainland tourists are visiting Hong Kong in large numbers for the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese sovereignty, enjoying free ferry rides, museum admissions, and discounts.
JNTU Kakinada announced the AP EAPCET 2026 results on July 1, with 70.52% qualifying in Engineering and 89.59% in Agriculture/Pharmacy. Candidates can download rank cards from cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, and counselling details will be released soon by APSCHE.
The TNEA 2026 rank list for engineering admissions in Tamil Nadu was released on July 1, 2026, featuring 2,36,017 applicants. Akshitha N from Dharmapuri is the state topper, and 53 students achieved a perfect score of 200. Counselling begins July 13.
CEE Kerala released the KEAM 2026 rank list today, June 26, for over 1.48 lakh candidates. The publication was delayed to allow Class 12 marks updates after CBSE revaluation. The centralized allotment process will commence late June/July.
Extreme heat has severely impacted the NHS in England, causing radiotherapy and MRI machines to fail, IT systems to stall, and hospital cooling units to break down. The heatwave also led to a surge in A&E admissions and overcrowding, with older patients particularly affected. Several NHS trusts declared critical incidents due to widespread infrastructure failures and disruptions to patient care.
Chinese university admissions function as a Gaokao result bidding process, where students choose programs based on historical marks and future employment market predictions. Over half of graduates hold STEM degrees, significantly more than in industrialized nations.
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.
Despite widespread speculation and predictions of a mass exodus, newly published admissions data for England shows no significant influx of pupils into state schools following the introduction of 20% VAT on private school fees. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated the data proves critics wrong, emphasizing a rebalancing towards state schools.
An inquiry into Muckamore Abbey hospital in Northern Ireland revealed widespread abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults, including physical harm, over-medication, and systematic bullying. The report made 106 recommendations to prevent recurrence.
A survey by Beacon Group reveals over 90% of mainland Chinese families relocating to Hong Kong via talent visa schemes prioritize their children's education. Nearly 80% moved when their children were in upper secondary school.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is entering the NFL supplemental draft, potentially resolving a legal battle over his college eligibility due to sports betting violations. The Big 12 Conference opposed his eligibility, while the NCAA appealed a court ruling. Sorsby admitted to placing numerous bets.
Civil engineering has surprisingly surged in popularity for IIT admissions in 2026, with top students showing significant rank improvements at IIT Bombay and Delhi. This shift, driven by AI concerns and infrastructure growth, sees students seeking stability in core branches, though computer science remains the most sought-after choice.
The Korean zombie thriller 'Colony' has surpassed 5 million admissions, topping the box office for four consecutive weeks. It's the second film this year to reach this milestone, following 'The King's Warden'.
Analysis of health records shows emergency hospital admissions in central London decreased by 3% per year after the introduction of the T-charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez), with significant reductions in heart and breathing problem admissions.
