Trump ally, who is seeking to shutter the department, had said office relocation would save taxpayers $4.8m annually

The Trump administration has insisted its controversial education cuts are saving “millions of dollars” after it was reported that Linda McMahon, secretary of education, is planning to spend roughly $43,000 on new furniture for her office.

McMahon’s office told Congress that the secretary’s current furniture was worn out and “cannot be configurationally or aesthetically integrated into the agency’s new office space”, according to non-public records seen by the New York Times.

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Gas reservation policy set for lower house vote today

Australia’s domestic gas reservation is set to be debated and voted on in the lower house today.

Rather than international base companies, determining through algorithms what Australians receive, it empowers people themselves to determine what you receive on your devices, so that you should have that control.

This isn’t about government having a greater role. It’s about people having a greater role, having more control themselves, and it’s deserving of support of this parliament.

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The Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD) in Texas was hit with a Title IX lawsuit this week after it canceled its production of “Little Shop of Horrors” when a female student was cast to play the male lead.   Student Ana Mota, who was cast as Seymour, sued her school for the cancellation, arguing it amounted to illegal…

The Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD) in Texas was hit with a Title IX lawsuit this week after it canceled its production of “Little Shop of Horrors” when a female student was cast to play the male lead.   Student Ana Mota, who was cast as Seymour, sued her school for the cancellation, arguing it amounted to illegal…

Cornell University faculty will meet Wednesday to conclude debate and begin voting on a proposed no-confidence resolution in the university's administration following widespread frustration over its response to a woman who reported she was gang raped at a campus fraternity house in 2024.

KARACHI – The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced the results of the annual examinations 2026 for Class 9 (science group, regular).

Board Chairman Prof Mushrraf Ali Rajput said the results can be viewed on the board’s official website, www.bsek.edu.pk, from 5:30pm. He said transparency in results is among the board’s top priorities. The pass percentage this year was 69.56pc, and he congratulated all students who passed.

Controller of Examinations Ahmed Khan Chhutto said 180,054 students had registered in the science group, of whom 177,923 appeared in the examinations. The number of absentees was 2,131.

A total of 123,757 students passed in all papers. In addition, 21,999 students passed in six papers, 11,006 in five papers, 7,431 in four papers, 4,409 in three papers, 3,101 in two papers and 2,439 in one paper. The pass percentage was 69.56pc.

The number of failed candidates was 53,849.

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Today's News Bulletin: The Supreme Court observed that the Election Commission cannot modify Forms 6, 7 and 8, which relate to voter registration and corrections.

Admissions for MBA in Family Business course opened on October 16, 2026, and aspiring candidates can submit their applications until December 31

The Cornell University Faculty Senate is set to debate a no confidence vote on Wednesday against President Michael Kotlikoff after allegations of a 2024 gang rape at a campus fraternity that resulted in no criminal charges caused uproar around the country.  The more than 75 members of the body will have their second meeting debating the resolution…

The Cornell University Faculty Senate is set to debate a no confidence vote on Wednesday against President Michael Kotlikoff after allegations of a 2024 gang rape at a campus fraternity that resulted in no criminal charges caused uproar around the country.  The more than 75 members of the body will have their second meeting debating the resolution…

Delhi University's Hindi Department could not conduct its PhD interviews on October 28 as ABVP and DUSU protested over the short notice and alleged lack of opportunities for eligible candidates.

Trying to solve Portugal’s crushing shortage of qualified teachers, the government has come up with what it hopes is a solution. It wants to allow graduates with a degree in

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AIBE 22 application correction window opens October 29, 2026, for candidates who paid the fee. Check important dates and details that cannot be edited during the correction period.

Schools Closed: The Odisha government announced schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centres to remain closed in six southern Odisha districts.

NTA has extended the UGC NET December 2026 registration deadline to October 31. Check revised application dates, fee payment deadline, eligibility and official website details.

Le gouvernement promet une évolution de Parcoursup dès 2027, puis une refonte de la plateforme d’admission dans le supérieur plus simple et plus transparente dès 2028. Mais derrière cette annonce, les obstacles...

Reçus hier par le ministre de l'Éducation nationale Édouard Geffray, les syndicats enseignants jugent les annonces du gouvernement très insuffisantes, notamment sur les salaires et les moyens. Malgré quelques...

RMS CET 2026 will be held on December 13 for admission to Classes 6 and 9 with an OMR-based exam lasting two and a half hours.

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Online hate is spilling into the real world, AFP warns

AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett began her late-night appearance at the Senate estimates hearing noting “a heaviness that hangs across Australia” after the alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines.

Lone actors are being motivated by a convergence of personal grievances, mental health vulnerabilities and ideological concerns …

What helped keep us safe in recent times, such as our geography, analogue systems and far away criminals, has been impacted by fully integrated technology, social media and artificial intelligence.

We hear about the devastating impacts of racism from communities every day. But many experiences go unreported or uncounted, and our systems often do not capture the full picture.

This is not about collecting more data to prove racism exists. We already know it does. It is about making inequality visible, holding institutions to account and giving communities greater agency over their data to drive real change.

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An Alabama special needs teacher who was once "teacher of the month" is facing child abuse charges after allegedly pouring hot sauce on a student's tongue as a form of punishment. 

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