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Wealth tax could raise £10bn a year, academics tell Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham has hinted at tax reforms, with some of his closest aides and allies publicly having called for wealth taxes

The Independent UK

"Academics Spent Years Lending Their Institutional Credibility to Various Political Projects"

Now they are reputationally bankrupt. If they don't repair the damage, and convince people to keep writing the checks, many… The post "Academics Spent Years Lending Their Institutional Credibility to Various Political Projects" appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

It's over for international researchers in the US: Experts ask how PhD students will finish their course in 4 years

The new 4-year policy for F-1 students that the Donald Trump administration finalized on Thursday led to major confusion among academics as experts questioned how PhD students are supposed to complete their course in four years. International students from now on will have a four-year visa validity. They will have…

The Times of India

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UNSW academic subjected to Nazi salutes in class, antisemitism commission hears

Royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion hears lived experiences of Jewish students and academics

The Guardian - AU

School Counselors Report 5 Biases Affecting Students With Disabilities

Students with disabilities continue to face barriers that go beyond academics. Many school counselors say that unconscious bias, outdated assumptions, and unequal expectations still shape how some students are treated in classrooms and school activities. While schools have made significant progress toward inclusion, experts agree that bias can quietly influence…

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Chamber introduces regional AI institute

Thailand has the potential to become a regional artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre hub by 2035, while positioning itself as a manufacturing base for humanoid robots, a leader in green digital infrastructure, and a primary source of AI talent, say pundits and academics.

Bangkok Post

Black women academics in my study said their main allies were White men – what this reveals

Universities have a role in challenging the status quo on issues such as gender, race, nationality and sexuality. But all too often, they replicate societal inequalities.

The Conversation

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From birth until death: how the ethnicity pain gap follows people through life

Patients from minority ethnic backgrounds often have to demonstrate higher levels of pain, only to receive less effective treatment

The Guardian - UK

Scottish Jewish academics speak out amid 'terrifying far-right racism'

A GROUP of Jewish academics working at universities across Scotland have expressed spoken out against "terrifying acts of far-right…

The National (Scotland)

Garrett, Conrad or Chandler: Who's the Least Stressful Fictional Boyfriend And Why?

Fictional boyfriends are designed to make hearts race. They deliver grand gestures, unforgettable confessions, and enough chemistry to fuel entire fandoms. But if these men stepped out of the pages and screens and into everyday life, would they still seem so dreamy? Real relationships are built on communication, emotional safety,…

MyLifeXP

Brain experts tell the UK government there's 'very little' scientific evidence that phones are harming kids — but a social media ban is going ahead anyway

A few words from the academics speaking at the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee in the House of Parliament.

TechRadar

Global uncertainty is the new normal. Here’s why institutional legitimacy and resilience is crucial

The world has never had more data, more models, or more economists. It has rarely felt more out of control. Uncertainty, not risk, has become the defining condition of our era. Central bankers invoke it. Political leaders use it to defer decisions and justify extraordinary decisions. Academics are struggling to…

The Conversation

Want to learn a South African language? Your options are limited – here’s why

It’s 50 years since the Soweto uprising in South Africa. On 16 June 1976, tens of thousands of young black South Africans protested against being taught in the Afrikaans language (alongside English) at school.

The Conversation

Belfast anti-immigrant riots show long legacy of sectarian violence

Anti-immigrant riots that broke out this week in Belfast, Northern Ireland, are part of a long history of conflict and sectarian divisions in a city marked by three decades of unrest known as the Troubles, according to residents and academics.

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Kids Ain't Cheap

5 Signs Your Child Is Struggling With the Loss of School Structure

School provides more than academics. It creates a predictable routine that helps children feel secure, manage their time, and regulate their emotions. When summer break, extended holidays, or unexpected schedule changes arrive, some children adapt quickly while others struggle with the sudden loss of structure. Research and child development experts…

Fortune

Gen Zers are arriving to college unable to even read a sentence—professors warn it could lead to a generation of anxious and lonely graduates

With Gen Z students struggling to read, academics have been forced to adapt—a move critics describe as “coddling” the next generation of workers.

Kids Ain't Cheap

Why Some Parents Are Leaving Their Jobs to Support Their Child’s Education

In recent years, more families have made a decision that once seemed unthinkable: one parent leaving the workforce to focus on their child’s education. While financial pressures often push households toward dual incomes, some parents believe the benefits of increased parental involvement in education outweigh the loss of a paycheck.…

The Economic Times

South Korea expands talent visa to scientists, professors

South Korea is rolling out a revamped Top-Tier Visa, now welcoming professors and researchers in science and technology. This move aims to draw top global talent, bolstering the nation's research prowess. Universities and institutes can sponsor eligible academics, who must demonstrate significant professional achievements. The government targets attracting 2,000 experts…

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The Conversation

What happened to Afghanistan’s female academics?

Picture this: you have spent decades building a career. You have a master’s degree. You have taught hundreds of students. You walk into work every morning with a sense of purpose. Then, almost overnight, the gates close. You are told you cannot come back. Not because of anything you did,…

The Economic Times

Pradhan Mantri-Mantri Pradhan 'jugalbandi' destroying hopes of lakhs of youth: Congress

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of damaging the education system and youth prospects. Following delays in the CUET-UG exam, the party criticized the Prime Minister and Education Minister. Allegations include promoting unqualified academics and widespread corruption. The government is reportedly attempting damage control, but the Congress claims…

France 24

Crackdown on culture: Israel censoring Palestinian voices

A United Nations commission, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have all separately concluded that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, where tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed since the start of the war in October 2023. The cultural life of the enclave is also profoundly threatened, with…

The Economic Times

Didn't expect row over chapter on judiciary; content was correct, we stand by it: NCERT scholar Danino

NCERT academic Michel Danino stands by a controversial Class 8 textbook chapter on the judiciary. He states the content was correct and did not expect the controversy. Danino expressed disappointment with NCERT's handling of the Supreme Court's initial order. He believes the chapter aimed to foster critical thinking and discuss…

AAP

NSW:Blow for academics sued over alleged anti-Semitic posts

Jewish academics have won a bid to amend discrimination claims against their colleagues over allegedly anti-Semitic social media posts.

AAP

Blow for academics sued over alleged anti-Semitic posts

Jewish academics have won a bid to amend discrimination claims against their colleagues over allegedly anti-Semitic social media posts.

The Times of India

UK’s new settlement rules may push wealthy migrants and academics out of Britain, report warns

New UK government plans to extend permanent residency requirements could push away high-earning immigrants, analysis reveals. Those earning over £125,000 are already most likely to depart, with global opportunities and fewer financial ties elsewhere. The proposed changes, even with exceptions, risk deterring these skilled professionals, while lower-wage workers and those…

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