August continues to be a packed month for students across India, blending academic deadlines with national festivals and state-specific observances. As schools navigate through Independence Day activities and mid-term preparations, another question looms large: Will August 27, the day of Ganesh Chaturthi, bring a school holiday? Ganesh Chaturthi and regional school closures Ganesh Chaturthi, which…
The US Postal Service has immortalized a century of service with a new Forever stamp honouring Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States. Unveiled on August 16 at the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, the stamp features a 1982 oil-on-linen portrait by Herbert E. Abrams, originally painted as a life study for Carter’s…
Over the past decade, California funneled millions of dollars into initiatives aimed at increasing the participation of women in STEM, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Programmes sought to attract more women to engineering, computer science, and math, acknowledging these fields as critical engines of innovation, economic growth, and national security. Yet the results remain underwhelming….
In an era where digital connectivity dominates every aspect of life, one might assume that Generation Z, the first cohort to grow up entirely in the internet age, would embrace fully remote work without hesitation. Yet, a recent Gallup report disrupts this narrative, revealing that the youngest professionals are the least likely to favor entirely…
In February 2025, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) rolled out the Black Student Success Plan, a sweeping five-year program aimed at confronting racial disparities in education. Mandated by a 2023 Illinois law, the plan sought to ensure Black students achieve academic parity with their peers and addressed representation, discipline, and curriculum inclusivity.The plan set ambitious targets:…
FILE: AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File Oklahoma has drawn national attention after unveiling a controversial new certification exam that requires teachers from California and New York to prove not only their professional credentials but also their political alignment. The so-called “America First” test will screen for acceptance of conservative education standards, including questions on “biological differences…
When it comes to hiring in tech, Google and Meta are moving in two very different directions, and the divergence could shape the future of work in Silicon Valley. While one company is tightening control over in-person assessments, the other is experimenting with AI as an active partner in interviews. Both moves reflect how artificial…
America’s economic map reveals stark contrasts. While metros such as Raleigh and Nashville thrive on technology, healthcare, and finance-driven growth, several other cities remain mired in weak job creation, stagnant wages, and limited opportunities. A recent ranking from Checkr, using federal data, highlights the widening gulf between booming and struggling urban economies.Checkr’s analysis, drawing on…
(Andri Tambunan/The New York Times) California Governor Gavin Newsom has never been known to temper his words, but his latest salvo against America’s most prestigious universities, Harvard, Columbia, Brown, and the University of Pennsylvania, has triggered a fierce debate over whether the Ivy League and its peers are quietly sacrificing principle for survival.In an era…
A Reddit post recently sparked attention when an employee recounted asking their Indian manager for a raise — only to be told, ‘At your age, I was earning much less — you should be happy with what you’re getting.’ The remark was far from a casual aside; it triggered a broader conversation about whether certain…
