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Exclusive: The Education Department says it will fix its $1.8 billion FAFSA mistake

The U.S. Department of Education says it will fix a mistake that would have hurt low-income students, lowering their financial aid.

WEKU

New FAFSA Form, How Will It Affect Latino Students?

The new FAFSA form, launched Dec. 31, has already presented several challenges for minority students.

Latin Times

Yuva Nidhi launched by Congress government for unemployed youth in Karnataka

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar launched the Yuva Nidhi scheme, providing financial aid to unemployed youth in the state.

The Hindu

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The FAFSA rollout has been rough on students. The biggest problem is yet to come

The Education Department has made a big mistake with this year's FAFSA — one that could cost students financial aid they're entitled to. It's now grappling with how to implement a fix.

WEKU

The new FAFSA is meant to make applying for college aid easier, but not everyone can access it yet

A new online application designed to make applying for federal student aid easier went live this week, but not everyone has been able to access it

The Independent UK

The FAFSA 'Soft Launch' Was a Confusing, Glitchy Disaster

While the new version of the financial aid form was supposed to simplify the process, it has instead been riddled with technical problems and considerable delays.

Reason

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson visits border, demands that Biden administration crack down on illegal immigration

Johnson and 60 GOP House members went to Eagle Pass and said they won’t support financial aid for Ukraine or Israel unless the president backs their proposals to secure the border.

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What to know about changes to this year's FAFSA application for college students

A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis as the U.S. Department of Education works on a redesign meant to make it easier to apply

The Independent UK

Harvard’s financial strain grows as London billionaire Len Blavatnik joins donor revolt

The list of Harvard University’s disaffected donors has added another billionaire: Len Blavatnik.

Evening Standard

Modi govt has granted Rs 12.7 crore as aid to 274 journalists since FY 2020-21

The Narendra Modi government has granted a total of Rs 12.73 crore as financial aid to 274 journalists from the financial year 2020-2021 till November this year, according to a reply in the Lok Sabha.

Newslaundry

Ukraine's Financial Aid Blocked; Survival Fears Rising Amid War

In a grim report, Ukraine faces financial crisis amid Russia conflict. Aid stalled and alliances faltering, leaving Ukraine in a precarious position.

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Zelenskyy claims ‘victory’ as EU agrees to open Ukraine membership talks

Moment of celebration turns bittersweet as Hungary carries through on threats to block financial aid for Kyiv.

Al Jazeera

CM announces interim aid of ₹2,500 for each family hit by Cyclone Michaung in A.P.

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy announced ₹2,500 interim financial aid to families affected by Cyclone Michaung in coastal areas. He sanctioned ₹30cr for bridge, ₹32cr for power restoration & repairs to roads, tanks & water bodies. He promised input subsidy & insurance claims before Sankranti.

The Hindu

Victims of domestic abuse in France to receive emergency aid

Victims of domestic violence in France will receive financial aid to help them leave their home under a new policy that took effect on 1 December. Last year some 244,000 people were recognised victims of domestic abuse – the vast majority of them women.

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Muslim student strength in higher education fell by 1.79 lakh in 2020-21

Muslim enrolment in higher education dropped 8.5% in 2020-21. Report finds Muslim students' enrolment in Class 11/12 lower than prev. classes. Dropout rate 18.64% for Muslim students, highest in West Bengal and lowest in J&K. Need to provide financial aid and scholarships to bridge gap and ensure equal educational opportunities

The Hindu

Centre trying to strangle State by denying financial aid, says CM

KozhikodeNavakerala Sadas, public contact programme of LDF govt, began with breakfast meeting. People discussed topics such as higher studies, infrastructure, agriculture, playgrounds, university & artistes. Complaints were received & special arrangements made. Chief Minister discussed Centre's refusal to approve AIIMS & 600-km national waterway. He acknowledged Tiger Safari Park &…

The Independent UK

Calls grow for financial aid from UK Government after Northern Ireland floods

Businesses in Downpatrick were beginning the clean-up operation after some were nearly entirely submerged in water.

The Independent UK

Calls for financial aid for businesses counting the costs after flooding

A number of areas in counties Down, Antrim and Armagh were hit by flooding following heavy rain earlier this week.

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WEKU

Kentucky State University and Kentucky Community and Technical College System create educational par

The system says the partnership will streamline transfers between the two institutions, provide scholarships and financial aid and offer more support services for the students involved.

The Hindu

KTR, Harish caution farmers to be wary of Congress on Rythu Bandhu issue

BRS: Congress anti-farmer; KTR & Harish Rao urge people to stand up against Congress stance on Rythu Bandhu; Karnataka farmers regret voting Congress; BRS credited ₹75,000 cr to farmers in 11 installments; Congress complaint may deny farmers financial aid. Urge farmers to think twice before voting.

The Hindu

The Gino data scandal in behavioural science and research misconduct

Recent fraud allegations in behavioural sciences have sparked many questions. Incentive structures, peer-reviews, replication studies, and cultural norms are seen as potential motivators of misconduct. To combat this, Open Science Framework and Systematizing Confidence in Open Research and Evidence project have been proposed. Other measures include adequate funding, support for…

France 24

US officially labels ousting of Niger's president a 'coup'

The US formally acknowledges that Niger's military staged a coup when it ousted President Mohamed Bazoum back in July. The announcement means the US will be suspending financial aid and military support to the country. Meanwhile, the first convoy of French troops prepares to leave Niger. Also in this edition:…

Chicago Sun-Times

Clearer college financial aid offers promised by hundreds of colleges, including some in Illinois

Northern Illinois, Chicago State and Northeastern Illinois commit to new standardized financial aid offers. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern, University of Chicago haven’t signed on.

The Hindu

CM Himanta rolls out financial aid scheme to help Assam youths set up business

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma rolled out the Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan 2023

The Hindu

Govt. to hike financial aid for setting up micro ventures in handicrafts sector: Minister

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