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NEET UG 2025 in offline mode: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced NEET-UG 2025 will be conducted in pen-and-paper format on a single day and shift, in contrast to the NTA Expert Committee’s recommendation for a computer-based test. The registration is expected to begin in early 2025.

Antisemitism has surged on U.S. college campuses following the Israel-Hamas war, with incidents rising by 337%. Universities like Harvard, UPenn, and MIT have been central to the controversy. Jewish students face discrimination, prompting federal investigations. Pressure from both political sides, including potential funding cuts, adds to the tension as colleges navigate how to address the crisis.

Oklahoma’s state superintendent, Ryan Walters, has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, seeking $474 million for the financial burden of educating undocumented migrant children. The suit highlights that the state spent $13,736 per student in the 2023-24 school year to accommodate around 3,000 migrant children. Walters argues that federal border policies have forced Oklahoma taxpayers to bear the cost, calling for accountability from the federal government and adequate reimbursement for the state’s education system.

Pamela Jo Bondi’s educational journey laid the foundation for her distinguished legal career. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Florida in 1987, where she honed her academic focus. Bondi then pursued her Juris Doctor at Stetson University College of Law, graduating in 1990. These qualifications paved the way for her successful admission to the Florida Bar in 1991. Read the article to know more.

The WBPSC has issued the Annual Calendar 2025, detailing registration and exam dates for various recruitment exams. Key exams include West Bengal Judicial Service on May 4, 2025, WBCS (Executive) Preliminary on September 7, 2025, and several others throughout the year. Aspirants should refer to the official calendar for planning their preparation and application processes.

The Biden administration has forgiven loans for 260,000 former students of Ashford University, following accusations of misconduct. The university misled students about accreditation, costs, and graduation timelines, prompting the Education Department’s action. This widespread loan forgiveness applies to students who attended between March 2009 and April 2020. Additionally, Zovio’s founder, Andrew Clark, faces a debarment proposal for his role in the misconduct. The move is part of broader efforts to address predatory practices in higher education.

Washington’s proposed 20-minute lunchtime mandate faces fierce opposition from 18 school districts due to concerns over costs, scheduling conflicts, and operational challenges. The rule, introduced by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), aims to provide students with more time to eat, but many districts argue the financial and logistical burden is too high. Some experts and parents support the rule, citing health benefits, while school leaders urge flexibility in addressing lunchtime policies.

The lingering effects of last week’s winter storm have resulted in school closures and delays in Tennessee and Kentucky, affecting numerous districts due to hazardous road conditions. Specific districts such as Campbell, Claiborne, and Sevier counties have adjusted schedules to ensure student safety.