China introduces new university majors to meet strategic development needs
China has introduced a series of new undergraduate majors aimed at supporting national strategic priorities and emerging industries, according to an updated academic catalog released by the Ministry of Education.
2026 university subject rankings in China
Higher education consultancy ShanghaiRanking has released the 2026 China University Subject Rankings, with Peking University taking first place nationwide with 93 A+ subjects, followed by Tsinghua University and Harbin Institute of Technology.
NASA selects new mission to improve space weather forecasting
NASA has selected a new mission called DAPHNE to study how changes in Earth's atmosphere affect space weather and the environment around our planet.
Harvard's new limit on 'A' grades is unlikely to work
Critics now claim that Harvard's new policy to limit the number of students getting A is most likely to fail.
A guide to applying to university in Italy
Home to the oldest university in the world, Italy has expanded its range of English-language degree courses – but remains surprisingly affordable
5 smart tips for choosing a college and major in the AI era
Five practical tips to help students make informed decisions that align with both current opportunities and future workforce trends.
Korean universities improve their position in QS ranking
2027 QS World University Rankings published by Quacquarelli Symonds,Yonsei University and Korea University reaching their highest-ever positions while Seoul National University remains in the global top 50.
Azerbaijani universities improve their positions in QS rankings
The results of the latest QS World University Rankings, published by international ranking agency Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), have been announced.
UK MPs call for more male teachers and longer paternity leave
Labour MPs in England are urging the government to set targets to increase the number of male teachers and extend paternity leave, arguing that both measures are needed to address social challenges and improve support for families and boys in schools.
Schools take action as online abuse of teachers in parent chat groups rises
Teachers in Victoria, Australia, are facing increasing online harassment from parents through WhatsApp groups, prompting state authorities to introduce new measures this month aimed at protecting school staff and addressing the growing impact of digital abuse on educators' wellbeing.
When will the sun die?
Scientists estimate that the Sun has around 5 billion years of life remaining. Currently in the most stable phase of its life cycle, the Sun will eventually exhaust its hydrogen fuel, expand into a red giant and ultimately end its life as a dense stellar remnant.
Violent attacks on schools, students and teachers increase by 40% worldwide, study finds
According to study by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA), attacks on education rose significantly during 2024 and 2025, with more than 8,556 incidents recorded globally.
Social media ban for under-16s to be introduced in the UK
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced new measures banning individuals under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. Under the decision, which is planned to come into force next spring, teenagers will not be able to download or use platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Snapchat and X.
£2.5 million fund launched to study how AI tools affect learning
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), the government's leading education research body, has launched a £2.5 million research fund to investigate how AI is affecting the way pupils learn
Special educational needs among pupils continue to rise in England
The number of pupils requiring special educational support in England has reached a record high, with new official figures showing that more than one in five children now have some form of special educational need.
About 924,000 students to receive nutrition packs during LGS exam
924,191 students taking Türkiye’s High School Transition System (LGS) exam on Saturday will receive a nutrition pack for the first time under a new initiative by the Ministry of National Education aimed at supporting students’ well-being.
Chinese students turn to oxygen therapy ahead of university entrance exam
As China’s highly competitive university entrance exam approaches, growing numbers of students are visiting hospitals for oxygen therapy in the hope of improving memory, reducing anxiety and boosting concentration.
