Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that a US-made Patriot missile, potentially with an expired service life, struck the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. She criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for blaming Russia without acknowledging Kiev's actions and highlighted UNESCO's offer to assess damage.
Billionaire Bill Ackman defended Elon Musk after Senator Bernie Sanders criticized Musk's trillionaire status, calling it a "call to action" against wealth inequality. Ackman argued Musk's companies create societal value, citing SpaceX's Starlink internet and the creation of new millionaires.
Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas, 21, died after rope jumping instructors in São Paulo, Brazil, threw her from a bridge without safety equipment. Footage shows the instructors launching her into a 40-meter abyss as onlookers screamed.
Russia's Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik claims Ukraine deliberately increased strikes on educational facilities in May before the summer break. He cited attacks in Starobelsk and Zaporozhye regions, including one that killed 21 students.
Com mais de 6 milhões de desempregados e 62% das empresas com dificuldade em achar profissionais, companhias no Centro-Oeste Paulista criam "universidades virtuais" para treinar funcionários internamente, usando plataformas digitais e integrando estudos à rotina de trabalho.
Staff at Goldsmiths, University of London, are on an indefinite strike due to a third round of restructuring aimed at saving £22 million through mass redundancies, putting over a fifth of the workforce at risk. This follows two previous restructuring programs that resulted in job losses and significant savings, the destination of which remains unclear.
Indian students studying abroad show an 89% surge in interest in India-based jobs (2023-2024). This trend reflects reassessment of career growth, stability, and opportunities amid tightening global immigration and expanding Indian corporate landscape.
Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas died while rope jumping at Ponte do Esqueleto in Limeira, Brazil. She was launched from the bridge without safety equipment, despite onlookers' warnings. Footage shows the incident, and previous jumps by the same company used safety cords.
New research reveals a 40% surge in global attacks on education, with over 8,556 incidents and 10,600 students and staff harmed in 2024-2025. Attacks occurred in 83 countries, notably Colombia, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine, and Ukraine. Military occupation of schools doubled, and women/girls and students with disabilities were specifically targeted.
A new report by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) shows a 40% surge in global attacks on education, with over 8,556 incidents and 10,600 students and staff harmed in 2024-2025. Attacks were reported in 83 countries, with Ukraine and Palestine seeing high incidences.
The article critiques the education system's focus on exam results over holistic development, highlighting the immense academic pressure on students, teachers, and parents, and its detrimental impact on mental health.
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan strongly criticized the Vice-Chancellors of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi, and Malayalam universities for attending an event with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, calling their presence a "grave lapse" and demanding an apology.
Japan is introducing nationwide LGBTQIA+ education in schools, universities, and workplaces to foster understanding of gender and sexual diversity. The plan, years in the making, aims to address confusion and difficulties faced by the community due to insufficient public awareness, though experts await further details.
UK ministers are exploring a major reform of the tax system, potentially devolving billions of pounds in business rates to regional mayors. The move aims to give local leaders more control over tax revenue, reward economic growth, and address regional inequality, with proposals expected in the upcoming budget.
India abstained from a vote at the International Labour Organization (ILO) on Friday as the UN agency adopted the world's first binding labor standards for gig workers, aiming to extend protections to millions. India, along with Bangladesh and the US, felt the convention should be applied flexibly based on national contexts.
India abstained from a vote adopting the ILO's first binding labor standards for gig workers, citing the need for national context flexibility. Separately, India protested US Navy attacks in the Gulf of Oman that killed Indian mariners. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and entitlement in India.
India abstained on the ILO's first binding gig worker standards, citing national context flexibility. Separately, India protested the US Navy's fatal attacks on vessels with Indian crew. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and transactional dating in India.
Hong Kong official John Lee emphasized the Northern Metropolis project's importance in attracting talent, crucial for industrial upgrades and competing globally. Early success stories, like the Hetao cooperation zone, are needed to draw investors.
Actor Prakash Raj will join a Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest in Bengaluru on Sunday, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged education sector failures, including NEET exam irregularities and paper leaks. Similar demonstrations are planned nationwide.
The Art Gallery of NSW's Super Art Heroes program uses role-play and storytelling to engage preschool children with famous artworks, aiming to demystify art galleries for families and foster creativity and learning.
Alisya, 16, and Sarah Di Giacinto, 12, have been missing for a week from the Ofh Hope educational community in Civitella Alfedena, Abruzzo. Authorities are investigating a potential abduction, with searches ongoing. The mother has released an audio appeal for their safe return.
A new federal student loan repayment plan, the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP), starts July 1. Borrowers can lower monthly bills by reducing their pretax income through 401(k) contributions, HSAs, or FSAs. Each dependent claimed can reduce the bill by $50.
A report suggests UK youth unemployment could rise to 1.25 million. Readers offer advice to young job seekers, emphasizing networking, self-belief, skill development, and maintaining well-being amidst job search challenges.
The Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) is anticipated to release the Summer Diploma Examination result 2026 shortly. While an official date is pending, historical trends suggest a June release. Students can check results on msbte.org using enrollment or seat numbers.
