China city urges citizens to ‘trust the government’ following protest over school attack

China city goes on defense after school attack

TAIXING, China – A Chinese city shaken by one of three back-to-back attacks on schools stepped up security and urged its citizens to “trust the government” Saturday, a day after parents of the injured children protested outside a local hospital.
A dozen police and security guards patrolled the lobby … Read more >>>.

US degree may become passport to green cards

WASHINGTON – An advanced degree from US universities may well prove to be a passport for a US green card, or permanent residency, if a proposal by top Democratic senators to attract the world’s “best and the brightest” is accepted.

India, which sends the highest number of students to the US, stands to benefit most from …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : US degree may become passport to green cards.

Azim Premji is India’s Bill Gates: Forbes

WASHINGTON – India’s software tycoon Azim Premji plans to set up a world-class university to train teachers who will fan out to the teacher training institutes in India’s 600 districts.

“It will be a world-class university with a large endowment,” 64-year-old Premji told Forbes magazine noting, “Most of these institutes are a complete mess with …. Source  : Azim Premji is India’s Bill Gates: Forbes.

Rwanda president honors graduates at Okla. college, lawsuit accuses him of igniting genocide

Rwanda president sued amid visit to Okla. college

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rwanda President Paul Kagame honored Rwandan graduates at an Oklahoma university Friday, the same day lawyers for the widows of two African nation presidents killed in a plane crash tried to serve him with a lawsuit accusing him of ordering the men’s deaths.
Kagame, who has … Original article on : Rwanda president honors graduates at Okla. college, lawsuit accuses him of igniting genocide.

Panama police find arsenal of assault rifles, grenades at sociology professor’s house

Panama finds rifles, grenades at professor’s house

PANAMA CITY – Police in Panama say they have found an arsenal of assault rifles, grenades and almost a half million rounds of ammunition at the home of a Guatemalan-born sociology professor.
Professor Vinicio Jimenez of the Chiriqui regional university is under arrest following the raid on his home.
There is … Read : Panama police find arsenal of assault rifles, grenades at sociology professor’s house.

Ariz. lawmakers target Tucson program that emphasizes ethnic literature and history

Ariz. lawmakers target ethnic studies program

PHOENIX – A week after signing an immigration bill that has drawn ire and praise from people around the country, Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has another bill on her desk targeting classes that the state schools chief says promote “ethnic chauvinism.”
The measure targets an ethnic studies program from a Tucson …. Original article  : Ariz. lawmakers target Tucson program that emphasizes ethnic literature and history.

NCAA limits number of coaches allowed to hit schools during evaluation period

NCAA rule hits Auburn’s Tiger Prowl
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The en-masse spring recruiting trips by Auburn and other schools have come to an end.

The NCAA passed a rule Thursday allowing a university to send only two coaches to a high school on the same day during an evaluation period, when assistants are allowed one visit to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : NCAA limits number of coaches allowed to hit schools during evaluation period.

Police say Mass. substitute teacher sickened by tainted coffee laced the drink himself

Police: Mass. substitute laced his own coffee

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Police in New Bedford, Mass., say a substitute teacher who was taken to a hospital after drinking tainted iced coffee has admitted lacing the drink himself.
The teacher, 27-year-old Chad Wunschel, became sick after taking a sip of the drink and spitting it out. That happened … Read : Police say Mass. substitute teacher sickened by tainted coffee laced the drink himself.

AP National News Calendar

AP National News Calendar
Eds: Major scheduled events for May 2010. Note that many events are subject to change at the last minute.
…. Source  : Gaea News Network.

1 person to hospital after exposure to hazardous substance at Utah base

1 to hospital after chemical exposure at Utah base

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – Officials say one person has sought medical attention at a hospital after being exposed to a chemical substance at Utah’s Hill Air Force Base.
Davis County sheriff’s Lt. Brad Wilcox says initial reports were that as many as 25 people had been … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 1 person to hospital after exposure to hazardous substance at Utah base.

China orders tighter school security after 3rd attack on students in 3 days

China tightens school security after 3rd attack

TAIXING, China – Armed police will patrol schools in China’s capital after a farmer attacked kindergarten students with a hammer, then burned himself to death in the third classroom assault in as many days.
The government ordered schools across the country to tighten security after Friday’s attack, and anxious parents … Read : China orders tighter school security after 3rd attack on students in 3 days.

Correction: Laptops-Spying on Students story

Correction: Laptops-Spying on Students story

PHILADELPHIA – In a headline on an April 22 story about an insurance lawsuit linked to the alleged webcam spying by the Lower Merion School District, The Associated Press incorrectly said the district’s insurer was not paying related legal costs. The Utica National Insurance Group is paying the costs while challenging … Read more : Correction: Laptops-Spying on Students story.

3 high schools in Ohio, Mich., Colo. finalists in competition for Obama commencement speech

3 high schools finalists for Obama speech to grads
WASHINGTON – Three high schools are finalists in a contest to win President Barack Obama as their commencement speaker.
Obama will make the final selection, to be announced Tuesday.
The schools are:
-Clark Montessori Junior High and High School in Cincinnati.
-Kalamazoo Central High School in Kalamazoo, Mich.
-Denver School … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 3 high schools in Ohio, Mich., Colo. finalists in competition for Obama commencement speech.

Delhi University to pay compensation to radiation victims

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University (DU) will pay compensation to the six people affected by the radioactive material sourced to it and found in the scrap market of Mayapuri in west Delhi and give a job to the dependents of the man who died, a varsity official said Friday.

Rajendra Prasad’s family will be getting …. Original source  : Delhi University to pay compensation to radiation victims.

Delhi University begins web chat, helplines for admissions

NEW DELHI – Delhi University (DU) faculty members were Friday bombarded with admission related queries on its web chat – a new facility started Friday to guide aspiring students. The varsity is also launching admission helplines on Monday.

S.K. Vij, dean of students’ welfare, said: “Today was the first day of DU’s online web chat on …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Delhi University launching helplines for admission queries

NEW DELHI – Delhi University is launching helplines Monday to provide information regarding admissions at the undergraduate level.

According to university officials, the helplines will be separate for the north and south campuses.
“The helplines will be functional Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Anyone can call and get their queries answered by … Original source on Gaea Times at : Delhi University launching helplines for admission queries.

Recent violent attacks at schools in China

Recent violent attacks at schools in China

China has witnessed a series of recent assaults by attackers on schools. Many have been blamed on personal grudges or people with psychiatric problems:
- April 30, 2010: A farmer attacked and injured five kindergarten students with a hammer in Shandong province’s Weifang city before burning himself to death. The …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Recent violent attacks at schools in China.

Top US school looks at India as Asian hub

WASHINGTON – A top American school of public administration associated with training India’s future administrators is now looking at making the country a hub for its activities in Asia in concert with the growing India-US strategic partnership.

Starting with a Ford Foundation initiative in the 1950s to help the then newly formed Indian government face administrative …. Read the original article  : Top US school looks at India as Asian hub.

Immigrant rights activists hope opposition to Ariz. law will boost attendance at May 1 rallies

Rallies expect boost after Ariz. immigration law
CHICAGO – Activists said outrage over Arizona’s controversial immigration law “awakened a sleeping giant” Saturday as rallies demanding federal immigration reform kicked off in cities across the country.
In New York, labor organizer John Delgado said anger over the law – which requires local law enforcement to question … Read : Immigrant rights activists hope opposition to Ariz. law will boost attendance at May 1 rallies.

Obama to Michigan grads: Anti-government rants risk inciting violence from ‘extreme elements’

Obama takes direct aim at anti-government rhetoric
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – In a blunt caution to political friend and foe, President Barack Obama said Saturday that partisan rants and name-calling under the guise of legitimate discourse pose a serious danger to America’s democracy, and may incite “extreme elements” to violence.
The comments, in a …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Obama to Michigan grads: Anti-government rants risk inciting violence from ‘extreme elements’.

Simple diversions, faith help SC residents of stressed counties deal with Great Recession

In SC, simple diversions blunt downturn’s impact

MARION, S.C. – In Marion, a tobacco town bypassed by the four-lane highway but not the Great Recession, more worshipers are kneeling at church, youth baseball rosters are thicker and the public library seems as busy as the local employment office.
About 100 miles to the northwest in Chester, folks …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Chinese city urges citizens to ‘trust the government’ following protest over school attack

Chinese city goes on defense after school attack

TAIXING, China – A Chinese city shaken by one of three back-to-back attacks on schools stepped up security and urged its citizens to “trust the government” Saturday, a day after parents of the injured children protested outside a local hospital.
A dozen police and security guards patrolled the lobby … Read : Chinese city urges citizens to ‘trust the government’ following protest over school attack.

Obama to Michigan graduates: Angry anti-government activists should realize ‘government is us’

Obama says he’s troubled by anti-government words
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – President Barack Obama took aim Saturday at the angry rhetoric of those who denigrate government as “inherently bad” and said their off-base line of attack ignores the fact that in a democracy, “government is us.”
Obama used his commencement speech at the …. Read the original article  : Obama to Michigan graduates: Angry anti-government activists should realize ‘government is us’.

Kerala Class 10 exam result goes online

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Thanks to the Kerala government’s IT initiative, IT@School, the results of Class 10 board exam Monday will be available online.

Anwar Sadath, who heads IT@School, told IANS that accessing the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exam result through the internet won’t be a painful experience this year.
“IT@School project equips a special content delivery … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kerala Class 10 exam result goes online.

Indian school children to get anti-terrorist training

Millions of school children are soon to get specialised training to counter possible terrorist attacks at their educational institutions, officials said here today.

A senior education official at Patna-based Central Board of Secondary Education today said the board is soon issuing a directive across the India asking the authorities to train school children to counter terrorist …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Indian school children to get anti-terrorist training.

Supreme Court leans heavily on Boston-Washington axis; will Obama pick go outside I-95?

I-95 high court in need of some regional diversity
WASHINGTON – Forget liberal vs. conservative justices. The Supreme Court is way out of regional alignment: It’s heavily tilted toward the Northeast corridor and could become even more so as President Barack Obama prepares to fill an upcoming vacancy.
Five … Original source on Gaea Times at : Supreme Court leans heavily on Boston-Washington axis; will Obama pick go outside I-95?.

School set up by Mahatma Gandhi to be upgraded

PATNA – After years of neglect, the first Buniyadi Vidyalaya (basic school) set up by Mahatma Gandhi in Bihar’s East Champaran district is to be upgraded to a 10-plus-2 school.

A day after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made the announcement in Badharwa-Lakhansen village, the villagers celebrated Saturday by offering prayers on the school premises.
Currently, the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : School set up by Mahatma Gandhi to be upgraded.

600 Abu Dhabi students chosen for ’summer abroad’ programme

Abu Dhabi, May 1 (IANS/WAM) Six hundred Abu Dhabi students of grades 10 and 11 will visit Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand and the US as part of a “summer abroad” programme.

The Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) has selected the students on the basis of their academic performance, behaviour in school and participation in extra-curricular … Original source on Gaea Times at : 600 Abu Dhabi students chosen for ’summer abroad’ programme.

Aspire for world class legal education system: PM (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – India must aspire to provide world class legal education through a “dramatic reform” of the present system to improve the economic environment and ensure citizens get speedy and affordable access to justice, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday.

“We must dream if we want to make progress of having a world class …. Original source  : Aspire for world class legal education system: PM (Second Lead).

Judges should submit to refresher courses: PM

NEW DELHI – Judges and other legal professionals should submit themselves to periodic refresher courses “without standing on pomp or seniority” to keep abreast of the “paradigm shift” in “the very nature of law”, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday.

“One expects even experienced and established legal luminaries, judges and other law professionals to submit to …. Source article  : Judges should submit to refresher courses: PM.

Legal education system needs dramatic reform: PM

NEW DELHI – India’s legal education system needs “dramatic reform” to improve the economic environment and ensure citizens get speedy and affordable access to justice, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday.

“If we are to have a society… where the common man and common woman gets speedy and affordable access to justice, if we are to … Read more »».

JNU students’ no to increasing age bar in elections

NEW DELHI – The students union of the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) here Monday declined an offer by amicus curiae Gopal Subramanium to increase the age limit of students contesting elections to 30 years.

The existing age limit is 28 years.
The counsel for the students union, Sanjay Parekh, declined the offer after it was …. Original source  : JNU students’ no to increasing age bar in elections.

2G spectrum, foreign university bill stall Lok Sabha

NEW DELHI – The Lok Sabha was adjourned twice Monday as opposition members disrupted the proceedings over the allocation of 2G telecom spectrum, the demand for a caste-based census and the introduction of the foreign university bill.

When the house assembled for question hour, members of the AIADMK, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Samajwadi Party …. Original source  : 2G spectrum, foreign university bill stall Lok Sabha.

Kerala SSLC Exam Results 2010 Announced

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Kerala SSLC Result 2010 has been announced today. The results declared by Kelara University is available on their official website.
SSLC is the Secondary School Leaving Certificate, obtained by a student after successful completion of secondary level examination in India. Students who pass the SSLC exam can carry out higher education.
This …. Original source  : Kerala SSLC Exam Results 2010 Announced.

Super 30 demands fresh IIT-JEE, rejects remedial steps

PATNA – Super 30, a Bihar-based free coaching centre for the poor, has demanded that the Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) be conducted again following blunders in the Hindi version and has rejected remedial measures proposed by the exam board.

A day after the Joint Admission Board of IIT-JEE devised multi-pronged remedial … Read more »»».

Is there a spy wing in Aligarh Muslim University?

NEW DELHI/ALIGARH – It’s an open secret in the Aligarh Muslim University that an ‘intelligence wing’ of the varsity snoops on students and teachers. The administration flatly denies the allegation though it admits that a “watchdog keeps an eye on outsiders and anti-social elements”.

The purported ‘local intelligence unit’ (LIU) came into news with two recent … Original article on : Is there a spy wing in Aligarh Muslim University?.

Tossing caps, recycling gowns: ‘green’ graduation trend grows on eco-conscious campuses

Green graduation: Gowns now recycle or biodegrade

DURHAM, N.H. – College seniors across the country are getting ready to toss their caps in the air and their gowns into recycling bins.
For years, eco-conscious campuses have been trying to reduce the environmental impact of commencement ceremonies by using less electricity or printing programs on recycled paper. Now, … Read more : Tossing caps, recycling gowns: ‘green’ graduation trend grows on eco-conscious campuses.

In effort to assert control, China orders tighter school security after attacks on children

China orders tighter school security after attacks

BEIJING – When classes resume in China this week, police officers and vans will be stationed outside school gates in the bustling southwestern city of Chongqing while newly installed video surveillance and intruder alarms will be keeping watch over classrooms in eastern Fujian. Guards patrolling school premises in southeastern … Read more »»».

IGNOU extends last date for submitting admission forms

NEW DELHI – The last date for submitting applications for admissions to programmes in the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)’s July 2010 session has been extended till May 31.

The applications will be accepted with late fee of Rs.200 till June 15, an IGNOU media release said Sunday.
Earlier, the last date for …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IGNOU extends last date for submitting admission forms.

Update knowledge, Justice Kapadia tells judges, lawyers

NEW DELHI – Chief Justice of India-designate Justice S.H. Kapadia Sunday said that it was incumbent upon judges and lawyers to learn commercial laws to compete in global environment and to lend stability to the recession-hit economy.

Delivering the valedictory address at a two-day national consultation for second generation reforms in legal education here, Justice Kapadia …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Update knowledge, Justice Kapadia tells judges, lawyers.

African students favour India over Europe and US

NEW DELHI – Ahmed Hussain, who hails from Sudan, feels completely at home as he pursues English at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) here. He is all praise for his course and says, “Ours is a sweet and small batch.”

“We hang out a lot on the JNU campus, which is vast and really beautiful in … Read more »».

To save environment, Himachal schools take pledge

SHIMLA – To develop “green” habits among children, the Himachal Pradesh government has started the practice of administering a pledge to protect the environment during the morning prayer session in all schools beginning Tuesday, an official said here.

“To sensitise the young minds about nature, the government has decided to introduce the environment protection pledge in …. Source article  : To save environment, Himachal schools take pledge.

Spare Punjab teachers from census duty: minister

CHANDIGARH – Government teachers should be spared from doing census work because it has led to the closure of several state-run schools in Punjab, Education Minister Upinderjit Kaur has said.

Kaur has asked the director of census operations and all deputy commissioners to depute only non-teaching staff for census duty, an aide to the minister said … Read more >>.

VIT University New Campus In Dubai

VELLORE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- VIT University (Vellore Institute of Technology) is eying for a major expansion with the end of the eighth Engineering Entrance Examination. G Viswanathan who happens to be the Chancellor for VIT University told the media that VIT University witnessed applications from 1,57,554 students. It was also told by the chancellor that VIT … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : VIT University New Campus In Dubai.

2nd PUC Results 2010: Karnataka PUC Results to be Declared Today

BENGALURU, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The PUC second year results will be declared shortly. According to sources, Karnataka Pre-University Education Board will announce the much awaited Karnataka PUC results 2010 today on May 5th 2010. The 2nd PUC Results 2010 is most likely to be announced by this evening. The result will be published in …. Original article  : 2nd PUC Results 2010: Karnataka PUC Results to be Declared Today.

Extra police stand guard as Chinese schools reopen on first day after attacks on children

China schools reopen with guards after attacks

BEIJING – Extra police and security staff stood guard Tuesday as parents dropped off their children on the first day of classes in China since dozens of students were injured in three back-to-back attacks on schools last week.
In Beijing, police cars flashed lights outside some schools as guards in …. Read the original article  : here.

Mass. governor signs sweeping anti-bullying bill prompted by recent suicides of 2 students

Mass. gets new anti-bullying law in suicides’ wake

BOSTON – The governor of Massachusetts has signed a bill cracking down on school bullies and requiring teachers to report bullying to principals.
Gov. Deval Patrick signed the bill Monday. It had been passed after the suicides of two students who were said to be victims of intense harassment.
Sirdeaner … Read : Mass. governor signs sweeping anti-bullying bill prompted by recent suicides of 2 students.

First lady tells student teams that math, science are important to nation’s economic future

First lady: Math, science important to nation

WASHINGTON – First lady Michelle Obama told middle and high school science teams Monday that the nation will need their skills and enthusiasm to prosper.
Mrs. Obama visited the Energy Department’s National Science Bowl and read bonus questions during the middle school championship match.
“We want young people energized in the … Read more >>>.

IGNOU to waive fees of sex workers, street children

KOLKATA – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), one of the world’s largest universities, has decided to waive the fee of sex workers and street children enrolling for its courses to help them become educated and empowered.

Disclosing this at a media meet here Monday, IGNOU Vice Chancellor V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai said the university’s Kolkata … Original source on Gaea Times at : IGNOU to waive fees of sex workers, street children.

Princeton ex-president named head of scientific group to review work of UN climate panel

Top scientists named to review UN climate panel

AMSTERDAM – A former Princeton University president was named Monday to head a prestigious 12-member group reviewing the work of the U.N. scientific panel on climate change, whose mistakes have undermined public confidence that global warming is happening.
The InterAcademy Council, an association of national science academies, said economist … Read : Princeton ex-president named head of scientific group to review work of UN climate panel.

Court issues notice to SNDT University on BEd course

GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Monday issued notices to the vice-chancellor and registrar of the SNDT Women’s University of Mumbai for alleged irregularities in the process of BEd admission and examinations.

A division bench of Chief Justice S.J. Mukhopadhaya and Justice Akil Kureshi has asked the respondents to submit their reply on allegations of irregularities …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Court issues notice to SNDT University on BEd course.

Foreign varsity, three other bills on education moved (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – The Indian education system is set for a major overhaul, with four bills introduced in the Lok Sabha Monday that would pave the way for entry of foreign universities, as well as introduce strict accreditation rules for higher education bodies, prohibit capitation fees, and set up tribunals for education-related disputes.

Human Resource Development … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Foreign varsity, three other bills on education moved (Second Lead).

IGNOU to offer course in nutrition, cosmetology

NEW DELHI – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the VLCC Institute of Beauty, Health and Management to start vocational training courses in nutrition and cosmetology.

According to the MoU, the institute will offer one-year diploma course in nutrition and health education (DNHE) and a six-month … Original source on Gaea Times at : IGNOU to offer course in nutrition, cosmetology.

Some RTE provisions impinge on minority rights: Indian church

NEW DELHI – Expressing apprehension about certain clauses of the Right to Education Act, the Catholic Bishop Conference of India Monday said these provisions impinge upon the rights of the minorities to manage their institutions.

“We appreciate the UPA (United Progressive Alliance) government’s effort to spread universal education for all by passing the RTE Act. However, [..] Read the original article: here.

Pawlenty woos Chamber of Commerce, talks education policy that gives states power

Pawlenty: Give states flexibility on education

WASHINGTON – Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Monday cautioned business executives that the United States cannot succeed if its education policy leaves children unprepared for the work force and urged Washington to give states more flexibility.
Pawlenty, a likely 2012 Republican presidential candidate, said the United States is lagging in the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pawlenty woos Chamber of Commerce, talks education policy that gives states power.

JNU students union seeks more liberal poll norms

NEW DELHI – The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) Monday rejected in Supreme Court a suggestion by amicus curiae Gopal Subramaniam to increase the age limit for contesting its election from the existing 28 to 30.

The union also rejected a suggestion to permit a candidate in the election to contest three times for different …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bridgepoint Education profit soars nearly eight times higher as student enrollments rise

Bridgepoint profit soars as enrollments rise

SAN DIEGO – Bridgepoint Education Inc. said Monday its first-quarter profit surged above expectations as more students enrolled in its online courses.
The for-profit school, based in San Diego, said it earned $29.8 million, or 49 cents per share, in the three months ended March 31, up sharply from $3.3 million, …. Original article  : Bridgepoint Education profit soars nearly eight times higher as student enrollments rise.

Foreign university bill introduced in Lok Sabha

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Monday introduced the foreign university bill, which aims to allow foreign institutions set up campuses in India, in the Lok Sabha amid strong protests by Left MPs.

By allowing foreign institutions to set up a campus in the country, the Foreign Education Institutions (Regulation of Entry … Read more >>>.

Report: Attacker at Iranian university stabs faculty member who was in reformist ex-government

Reformist ex-official stabbed at Iran university

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A former Iranian government official who backs the opposition was stabbed Monday by a knife-wielding intruder at his university office in Tehran, a pro-reform website reported.
The motive for the assault on Ahmad Motamedi was not immediately clear, but university campuses have become frequent flashpoints between … Read more : Report: Attacker at Iranian university stabs faculty member who was in reformist ex-government.

Gulf schools excel in Class X Kerala Board exams

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Schools in the Middle East affiliated to the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Board of Kerala have performed well in Class 10 exams with 97.52 pass percentage.

Announcing the SSLC results here, Education Minister M.A. Baby said the total pass percentage stood at 90.72 percent.
“Around 4.5 lakh students had appeared for the examination,” [..] Read the original article: here.

Is the new school evaluation system adding to stress?

NEW DELHI – Is the government’s new move to make education more meaningful and less academics-oriented adding to the burden of the already stressed child? Most students feel so, but there are also supporters who say “just give it some time”.

CCE, or Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation as the new system is called, is a pet …. Read the original article  : Is the new school evaluation system adding to stress?.

VNSGU Result 2010: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Result Announced

SURAT, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The much awaited VNSGU result has been declared today. The exam, conducted by Veer Narmad South Gujarat University held in March 2010.

Veer Narmad South Gujrat University (VNSGU) was established in 1967. Currently, 70 colleges are affiliated by the Surat based university. Various disciplines such as Science, Commerce, Arts, Medicine are taught …. Original source  : VNSGU Result 2010: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Result Announced.

Obama interviews federal appeals court judge Diane Wood for Supreme Court, 4th known interview

Obama interviews Diane Wood for Supreme Court
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama interviewed federal judge Diane Wood of Chicago on Tuesday for an opening on the Supreme Court, the fourth candidate known to have had face-to-face talks with the president, a person familiar with the conversation told The Associated Press.
Wood met with Obama in … Read : Obama interviews federal appeals court judge Diane Wood for Supreme Court, 4th known interview.

Lee Fowler steps down, ending 10-year stint as North Carolina State’s athletic director

NC State athletic director Lee Fowler steps down

RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina State athletic director Lee Fowler is resigning next month, ending a 10-year run with the school.
Fowler will step down June 30.
In a release from the school, chancellor Randy Woodson said he spoke with Fowler on Monday and the two “agreed that now is … Read more : Lee Fowler steps down, ending 10-year stint as North Carolina State’s athletic director.

Suspect in attempted Times Square car bombing held MBA from University of Bridgeport

NYC bomb suspect had MBA from Conn. university

HARTFORD, Conn. – Officials at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut say the man suspected of parking a car bomb in Times Square earned computer and business degrees there.
School officials say Faisal Shahzad (FY’-sul shah-ZAHD’) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computer applications and information systems in 2000 … Read more >>.

For-profit schools shares sink as Corinthian reports regulatory probe, PBS highlights problems

Sector Snap: For-profit schools shares sink
NEW YORK – Shares of for-profit schools tumbled more deeply than broader markets Tuesday after Corinthian Colleges Inc. said the Department of Education had criticized financial aid practices of its Everest Colleges.
Analysts also cited Tuesday’s planned airing of documentary about the sector, called College Inc., on the PBS … Read : For-profit schools shares sink as Corinthian reports regulatory probe, PBS highlights problems.

Court allows man caught copying to appear in interview

GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Tuesday allowed a man, allegedly caught copying in the written examination of the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC), to appear for the interview subject to conditions.

The GPSC refused to consider marks of the written exam of Jayeshkumar Patel, who was caught in a copying case. Counsel for the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Court allows man caught copying to appear in interview.

Liberals fear Obama’s Supreme Court pick is a moderate, not a liberal like Stevens

Liberals fear Obama nominates moderate to court
WASHINGTON – Liberals fear that after they helped elect President Barack Obama he’ll abandon them when he nominates a Supreme Court justice, choosing a consensus-building moderate rather than a liberal in the mold of retiring Justice John Paul Stevens.
If that’s Obama’s plan, liberals say a Democratic administration …. Source  : Liberals fear Obama’s Supreme Court pick is a moderate, not a liberal like Stevens.

Western Michigan high school wins national contest to have Obama give commencement address

Michigan school wins Obama as graduation speaker
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – A school in western Michigan has won a contest to have President Barack Obama make its commencement address this spring.
Kalamazoo Central High School was one of three finalists in the Race to the Top High School Commencement Challenge. Education Secretary Arne Duncan announced the …. Read the original article  : here.

Obama will deliver commencement address at Michigan high school after contest

Mich. high school wins Obama commencement speech
WASHINGTON – A Michigan high school has beat the competition to land President Barack Obama as its commencement speaker.
The winner is Kalamazoo Central High School in Kalamazoo, Mich.
Obama himself made the announcement Tuesday during a speech to business leaders.
The president said he’s looking forward to it and …. Read the original article  : Obama will deliver commencement address at Michigan high school after contest.

UGC forms panel for radioactive material usage rules

NEW DELHI – The University Grants Commission (UGC) Tuesday formed a five-member committee to formulate guidelines for procurement, usage, storage and disposal of radioactive and hazardous material in the wake of the radiation leak in the city that killed one person.

The committee will be headed by G.K. Rath, chief of the cancer centre at the …. Read the original article  : UGC forms panel for radioactive material usage rules.

Court gives interim relief to self-financed colleges

GANDHINAGAR – The Gujarat High Court Tuesday provided an interim relief to 64 self-financed colleges by directing the six universities of the state to allot students to them for the BEd course term beginning 2010.

The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) had cancelled the self-financed colleges’ recognition for non-compliance of prescribed norms and … Read more : Court gives interim relief to self-financed colleges.

Court relaxes norms for Uttar Pradesh BEd entrance test

LUCKNOW – The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court Tuesday said graduates with at least 45 percent marks can appear in the May 5 BEd entrance examination for one lakh seats in universities and colleges of Uttar Pradesh.

The court stayed the Uttar Pradesh government’s decision to bar graduates with less than 50 percent …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Court relaxes norms for Uttar Pradesh BEd entrance test.

Lodge FIR against VC in radiation case, say DU students

NEW DELHI – A police case should be lodged against Delhi University (DU) vice chancellor Deepak Pental for gross negligence and irresponsibility over the radiation leak fiasco, the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) demanded Tuesday.

“The radiation fiasco which cost a person his life happened only because of gross negligence of the officials of the science … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lodge FIR against VC in radiation case, say DU students.

Heavy rain delays northeast projects – some by 9 years!

NEW DELHI – Heavy rain is one of the main reasons for delay in various development projects in the northeastern region of the country – some by as long as nine years, parliament was informed Tuesday.

“The completion of some ongoing projects is delayed beyond target date of completion. The main reason for their delay includes … Read more : Heavy rain delays northeast projects – some by 9 years!.

Health insurance coverage extensions for young adults vary based on employer, insurer

Health coverage extensions for young not universal

The most valuable college graduation gift your child receives this spring might come from a health insurer.
The health care overhaul calls on insurers to extend coverage for dependents on a parent’s health insurance plan to age 26. The law says the extension is effective for the first plan year …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Health insurance coverage extensions for young adults vary based on employer, insurer.

UAE, New Zealand to boost ties

Abu Dhabi, May 4 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand Tuesday agreed to boost bilateral cooperation especially in the education sector.

Kim Mitsune, the New Zealand minister of trade, met Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, the director general of Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC).
Mitsune emphasized the keenness of the New Zealand government to …. Source article  : UAE, New Zealand to boost ties.

President’s nod for AMU centres in Kerala, Bengal

ALIGARH – President Pratibha Patil has approved the setting up of two outstation centres of Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), one each in West Bengal and Kerala, an official said here Thursday.

AMU vice chancellor P.K. Abdul Azis said the approval from the president was received Wednesday.
Patil gave the approval in the capacity …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : President’s nod for AMU centres in Kerala, Bengal.

Karnataka PUC Results 2010 to be declared on 6th May

BENGALURU, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The Karnataka PUC results are expected to be announced today. According to sources, PUC Results 2010 will be announced by 6 PM today.
PUC is the Pre University Course that takes two years of program, conducted by the education board of India. Students aspiring entry to a reputed university have to …. Original article  : Karnataka PUC Results 2010 to be declared on 6th May.

Researchers report increasing number of older, unmarried and better educated mothers

Study: Older, unmarried, educated moms on rise

New mothers in the U.S. are increasingly older and better educated than they were two decades ago, according to a study on the state of American motherhood released Thursday by the Pew Research Center.
But that doesn’t mean women are waiting for just the right moment: The study also found … Read : Researchers report increasing number of older, unmarried and better educated mothers.

Police detain 2 in separate threats on children following attacks at schools

Police detain 2 in separate threats on children

SHANGHAI – Police said Thursday they have detained two men suspected of threatening children following a wave of attacks at schools in China that prompted orders for police and security guards to watch over students as they enter and leave schools.
Liu Yongche, 39, was detained on May 2, … Read : Police detain 2 in separate threats on children following attacks at schools.

Kansas Senate passes $13.6B budget, still needs new revenue to balance

Kan. Senate approves $13.6B budget
TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Senate on Wednesday approved a $13.6 billion state budget that protects education funding and social services but requires $350 million in tax increases.

The vote was 23-17. During a daylong debate, senators rejected proposals that would have pushed the chamber toward balancing the budget without increasing taxes.
Senate … Read more »»».

Citing safety, Calif lawmakers seek temporary ban on use of metal baseball bats in high school

Calif. lawmakers seek temporary ban on metal bats

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A California legislative committee advanced a bill Wednesday that would place a two-year moratorium on the use of metal bats in high school baseball, responding to safety concerns that were raised when a Marin County teenager was severely injured earlier this year.
The moratorium would allow … Read more »»».

Field trip by African-American students in Mich. to meet scientist meant to inspire, draws ire

Field trip for black students in Mich. draws anger

DETROIT – A school district in Michigan is defending its intentions after a field trip by African-American elementary students drew complaints from excluded children and their parents.
Officials said Wednesday that 30 students from Dicken Elementary School in Ann Arbor met last week with an African-American rocket scientist …. Source article  : Field trip by African-American students in Mich. to meet scientist meant to inspire, draws ire.

Virginia AD: Family of slain student supported teams’ play in lacrosse tournaments

Va. AD: Slain student’s family backed teams’ play

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The University of Virginia says the family of slain lacrosse player Yeardley Love supported the men’s and women’s team competing in post-season play.
At a news conference in Charlottesville on Wednesday, U.Va. Athletic Director Craig Littlepage said university officials had consulted members of both teams and … Read : Virginia AD: Family of slain student supported teams’ play in lacrosse tournaments.

ACLU sues to stop Conn. school district from holding high school graduations at megachurch

Conn. ACLU sues to stop graduations at church

HARTFORD, Conn. – The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to stop two Connecticut high schools from holding their graduation ceremonies at a megachurch.
The state ACLU chapter and Americans United for Separation of Church and State filed the lawsuit Wednesday. They allege that it’s … Original source on Gaea Times at : ACLU sues to stop Conn. school district from holding high school graduations at megachurch.

Cinco De Mayo History

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Cinco de Mayo is a minor voluntary holiday in Mexico to commemorate and rejoice Mexican army’s unlikely victory over the French forces at the battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. It is observed in America and some other part of the world as a celebration of Mexican Heritage and pride. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cinco De Mayo History.

World Bank approves $292 mn for education in Bangladesh

DHAKA – The World Bank has approved an additional $292 million for two ongoing projects in Bangladesh to improve infrastructure and education in the country, the bank said Wednesday.

Of the total amount, $257 million will be given for infrastructure development under the Investment Promotion and Financing Facility (IPFF) Project and $35 million for bringing disadvantaged …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : World Bank approves $292 mn for education in Bangladesh.

8.8 mn euros for strengthening Balochistan’s education system

QUETTA – Global NGO Save the Children with financial assistance from the Netherlands has launched an 8.8 million euros Balochistan Education Programme to provide access to quality basic education to more than 73,000 children over the next five years.

The programme will run in three districts of Balochistan – Quetta, Mastung and Qila Abdullah – and … Read : 8.8 mn euros for strengthening Balochistan’s education system.

10th Results Of CGBSE To Be Announced Soon

CHHATTISGARH, India, (GaeaTimes.com) The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education or the CGBSE which has its headquarters in Raipur announced that it will declare the results for the 10th standard examinations very soon. Candidates who had appeared for the examination can get to know their results by simply logging on to the official website of the … Read more »»».

Delhi University teachers demand VC’s resignation

NEW DELHI – A day after the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) demanded the resignation of the vice chancellor over the radiation leak fiasco, the university’s teachers’ association Wednesday staged a rally making a similar demand.

The teachers also sought an impartial enquiry into the incident, which caused the death of one person and radioactive …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi University teachers demand VC’s resignation.

Retired judge to probe Jamia recruitment irregularities

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia is launching an independent inquiry into suspected irregularities in appointments and promotions during the tenure of the previous vice chancellor, Prof Mushirul Hasan, it is reliably learnt.

The decision was taken by the Executive Council of Jamia Millia Islamia at its meeting April 29, university sources told IANS. … Read more : Retired judge to probe Jamia recruitment irregularities.

UPSC Result 2010: Civil Service, IAS and CISF LDC Results Declared on May 6

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared Civil Services ( Main ) Examination Result on May 6, 2010. A total of 875 candidates have been selected including 399 general (21 Physically Challenged candidates are included), 273 Other Backward Class (including 09 Physically Challenged candidates), 127 Scheduled Castes and … Read more »».

Meritorious quota candidate can opt for reserved seat: Apex court

NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Friday ruled that if a candidate belonging to the reserved category succeeds on merit in the general category in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examinations he could opt for reserved category seats to avail the cadre of his choice.

The results of the UPSC civil services exams were … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Meritorious quota candidate can opt for reserved seat: Apex court.

Sibal restores MPs’ quota in central schools

NEW DELHI – The central government has decided to restore the MPs’ quota for admission of students in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs). Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal has, however, surrendered his share to recommend students for admission.

“In light of the sentiments expressed, we have decided to restore (the provision for) two nominations per member in … Read : Sibal restores MPs’ quota in central schools.

Omar joins Kashmiris to congratulate Shah Faesal

SRINAGAR – Shah Faesal had shown the way forward to Kashmiri students, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said Friday as congratulatory messages from political leaders, bureaucrats and others poured in for the Kashmiri doctor who had topped the Indian civil services exam.

“Faesal had shown the way forward to Kashmiri boys and girls,” …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

19 people in 3 states sickened by E. coli outbreak; tainted lettuce is suspected

E. coli outbreak sickens 19 people in 3 states

WASHINGTON – A food company is recalling lettuce sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia because of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least 19 people, three of them with life-threatening symptoms. The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that 12 people had … Read more »».

Prakash Rajpurohit Calls Movies “Stress-Busters”

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes .com)-Movies emerged to be a great stress buster for Prakash Rajpurohit who became second in the IAS Exam (Indian Administrative Services) 2009. Prakash Rajpurohit told the media that he was a little upset when the results of IAS Exam 2009 came out online which listed Prakash Rajpurohit in the second rank.However, the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Prakash Rajpurohit Calls Movies “Stress-Busters”.

IAS Toppers Share Success Story

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- IAS Toppers of 2010 shared their success story with the media about how they made it to the top in the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) Examinations. Reportedly, the IAS Exam (Indian Administrative Services) is regarded to be one of the most prestigious exams held in India.The IAS Toppers included … Original article on : IAS Toppers Share Success Story.

Quota for MPs in central schools restored

NEW DELHI – The Human Resource Development (HRD) ministry has decided to restore the MPs’ quota for admission of students in Kendriya Vidyalayas, the Rajya Sabha was told Friday.

HRD Minister Kapil Sibal said the decision was taken at a meeting of the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathana Thursday.
“We have decided to restore two nominations …. Read the original article  : here.

AP US History Practice Test

New York (GaeaTimes.com) AP U.S. History Exam is a test of the knowledge of the U.S. History. It starts with the first European explorations of Americas and continues to the modern times. The questions are mainly focused on the nineteenth and twentieth century events in political institutions and behavior, public policy, social and economic …. Original source  : AP US History Practice Test.

Kan. Senate passes bipartisan plan for raising taxes to avoid deficit in next state budget

Kan. Senate approves bill raising taxes
TOPEKA, Kan. – A bill increasing Kansas’ sales tax cleared the state Senate late Thursday night, a victory for Democrats and moderate Republicans who hope to avoid cuts in social services and aid to public schools.

Senators’ 23-17 vote advances the measure to the House, where a similar bipartisan coalition is …. Source  : Kan. Senate passes bipartisan plan for raising taxes to avoid deficit in next state budget.

Kan. Senate revises bipartisan plan for raising taxes to avoid deficit in next state budget

Kan. Senate rewrites part of bill raising taxes

TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Senate on Thursday rewrote parts of a revenue-raising plan without touching a proposed increase in the state’s sales tax aimed at preventing cuts in social services and aid to public schools.
The bill would provide $330 million for state government programs during the next … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Kan. Senate revises bipartisan plan for raising taxes to avoid deficit in next state budget.

E. coli outbreak possibly linked to lettuce sickens 19 in OH, NY, MI; college campuses hit

E. coli sickens 19 in OH, NY, MI
WASHINGTON – An E. coli outbreak possibly linked to tainted lettuce has sickened at least 19 people in Ohio, New York and Michigan, including students on three college campuses, prompting a recall throughout much of the country.

Freshway Foods of Sidney, Ohio, said it was recalling romaine lettuce sold …. Source  : E. coli outbreak possibly linked to lettuce sickens 19 in OH, NY, MI; college campuses hit.

E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce sickens 19 in OH, NY, MI; college campuses hit

E. coli sickens 19 in OH, NY, MI
WASHINGTON – An E. coli outbreak possibly linked to tainted lettuce has sickened at least 19 people in Ohio, New York and Michigan, including students on at least two college campuses, prompting a recall throughout much of the country.

Freshway Foods of Sidney, Ohio, said it was recalling romaine …. Read the original article  : here.

Virginia women’s lacrosse team to attend slain teammate’s funeral; memorial funds set up

Women’s lacrosse team to attend teammate’s funeral

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Virginia women’s lacrosse team will take a break from preparing for final exams and an anticipated berth in the NCAA tournament to travel to Maryland and pay its respects to slain teammate Yeardley Love.
School officials said the team plans to attend Friday’s visitation in Towson … Read more : Virginia women’s lacrosse team to attend slain teammate’s funeral; memorial funds set up.

Michigan lawmakers say they’re still trying to reach school employee retirement deal

Lawmakers still trying for school retirement deal

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan lawmakers said Thursday that a potential money-saving plan aimed at coaxing thousands of public school employees into retirement this summer hasn’t yet failed.
Negotiators from the Republican-led Senate and Democrat-run House did not manage to agree on a compromise retirement plan before the Legislature adjourned for …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Michigan lawmakers say they’re still trying to reach school employee retirement deal.

Wash. Supreme Court: Public libraries policy on filtering Internet content is OK

Wash. Supreme Court upholds Web filtering policy

OLYMPIA, Wash. – Public libraries’ refusal to disable content-blocking Internet filters for adult patrons does not run afoul of the state constitution, the Washington state Supreme Court ruled Thursday.
In a 6-3 ruling, the majority said libraries have discretion about which Internet content to allow, just as they decide which …. Source article  : Wash. Supreme Court: Public libraries policy on filtering Internet content is OK.

Foundations help secure $93M in bonds for Aspire charter school network expansion in Calif.

Foundations help Aspire charter network expand

SEATTLE – The Gates and Schwab Foundations announced Thursday they will back a California charter school network’s efforts to secure $93 million in tax-exempt bonds to help them expand and serve more than 4,000 new students.
The unique financing arrangement is known as a Program Related Investment.
Both the Bill & Melinda …. Source  : Foundations help secure $93M in bonds for Aspire charter school network expansion in Calif..

Justice Dept. looking into why college scholarships are awarded on annual basis

Justice Dept. questions awarding of scholarships

INDIANAPOLIS – The Justice Department’s antitrust division is looking into how NCAA schools award scholarships.
The NCAA confirmed the inquiry by releasing a statement on its website Thursday. It said the Justice Department wants to know why universities award scholarships on a year-to-year basics. The NCAA said it is because they … Original article on : Justice Dept. looking into why college scholarships are awarded on annual basis.

Morgan Hill high school students sent home over choice of clothing on Cinco de Mayo

Morgan Hill students sent home over clothing

MORGAN HILL, Calif. – The parents of several San Francisco Bay-area high school students who were sent home after showing up in clothing with American flags on Cinco de Mayo are blasting the school’s decision.
An assistant principal at Live Oak High School in Morgan Hill told the group of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Morgan Hill high school students sent home over choice of clothing on Cinco de Mayo.

Court rules against partiality in admission

GANDHINAGAR – Local universities cannot be “partial” in giving admissions to students of their own state, the Gujarat High Court has held.

A division bench of Chief Justice S.J. Mukhopadhaya and Justice Akil Kureshi held, “By admitting local students ahead of all outside students without prescribing any quota for either of the streams and that too … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Court rules against partiality in admission.

Dhaka moves against errant ruling party cadres

DHAKA – Authorities in Bangladesh have launched a crackdown against errant cadres of the ruling Awami League who use political patronage and muscle power to get things done.

The home ministry has asked police to act strictly to curb crimes by activists or face disciplinary measures. On the radar in particular is the Bangladesh Chhatra League …. Original source  : Dhaka moves against errant ruling party cadres.

Army Secretary: Anonymous system planned to get soldier feedback on ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’

Army to accept comments on ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’
SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii – Army Secretary John McHugh said Friday the military is considering a system for soldiers to anonymously express their opinions about its “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy on gay troops.
The Pentagon will make a recommendation on changing the policy by the end …. Source  : Army Secretary: Anonymous system planned to get soldier feedback on ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’.

2 Mexican schools halt University of Arizona student-exchange programs over immigration law

Mexican schools halt exchange programs over AZ law

PHOENIX – Two Mexican universities have halted student-exchange programs with the University of Arizona because of the state’s tough new immigration law.
UA officials say the National Autonomous University of Mexico in Mexico City and the Autonomous University of San Luis Potosi in eastern Mexico were worried their students …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : 2 Mexican schools halt University of Arizona student-exchange programs over immigration law.

Obama and first lady go out for dinner, delighting onlookers near Washington’s DuPont Circle

Obama and wife dine out in DC
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, are going out for dinner on a pleasant evening in Washington.
The first couple arrived Friday at Komi restaurant, near DuPont Circle, surprising diners and passersby who cheered and took photos. The restaurant serves mainly Greek and Mediterranean dishes.
The … Read more »»».

Assam youth beats poverty to crack civil services exam

MORIGAON – Young Narayan Konwar from Assam who cracked the civil services examination this time had failed once in his Class 12 board exams and secured a second division in Class 10.

“Failure is the pillar of success,” Konwar told IANS outside his mud-and-thatch hut in village Shyamkota in Morigaon district, about 80 km from … Original article on : Assam youth beats poverty to crack civil services exam.

University of Utah student newspaper prank prompts administration to put hold on transcripts

Utah students pull goodbye prank in campus paper

SALT LAKE CITY – A prank literally spelled out in the University of Utah student newspaper has prompted administrators to put a hold on nine students’ transcripts.
The seniors wrote goodbye columns for The Daily Utah Chronicle’s April 28 edition. The first letter of each column is in larger …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : University of Utah student newspaper prank prompts administration to put hold on transcripts.

New budget for Indiana University includes no money for pay increases for 2nd straight year

Indiana University board OKs plan for no pay hikes

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – A new Indiana University budget plan that doesn’t include money toward employee pay raises for a second straight year was approved Friday by the school’s Board of Trustees.
The overall $1.7 billion budget for the university’s eight campuses around the state includes a $29 million, … Read : New budget for Indiana University includes no money for pay increases for 2nd straight year.

Pawlenty orders Minn. cash crunch plans, may defer bill payments if state budget not solved

Pawlenty orders planning for Minn. cash crunch

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Tim Pawlenty ordered state agencies Friday to take an inventory of programs and identify discretionary payments that can be put off in case of a cash crunch after a court ruling threw budget negotiations into turmoil.
Pawlenty eased off talk of a partial government shutdown … Read more : Pawlenty orders Minn. cash crunch plans, may defer bill payments if state budget not solved.

3 critically ill in E. coli outbreak of strain; FDA investigating Ariz. lettuce farm

FDA investigating E. coli at Ariz. lettuce farm

WASHINGTON – Federal investigators are looking at a farm in Yuma, Ariz., as a possible source of a widespread E. coli outbreak in romaine lettuce, according to the distributor.
Freshway Foods of Sidney, Ohio, said Thursday it recalled lettuce sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia because … Read more »»».

Centurion group signs agreement with NSDC

BHUBANESWAR – Orissa-based Centurion Group of Institutes (CGI) has signed an agreement with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to develop employability skills among the socially and economically marginalised youths in the state, a top company official said Friday.

“This partnership intends to nurture and promote employability skills especially with special focus on southern and western …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Headscarf row: School management suspends principal

ALAPPUZHA – The principal of a Christian-run school was suspended by the school management after controversy when a Muslim girl student was issued a transfer certificate because she insisted on wearing a headscarf to school, an official said Friday.

Alappuzha District Collector P.Venugopal, who initiated talks between the school management, the girl’s parents and other …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Headscarf row: School management suspends principal.

Kashmir topper reaches home to hero’s welcome (Lead, Changing dateline)

SRINAGAR – Shah Faesal, the first Kashmiri to top the prestigious civil services examination, arrived here Friday to a hero’s welcome from family, friends and well-wishers and declared that he had decided to join the IAS when his father was killed by gunmen.

“I had decided that very moment that I will not allow my father’s … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kashmir topper reaches home to hero’s welcome (Lead, Changing dateline).

3 critically ill in E. coli outbreak of strain that may be hard to ID; Ariz. lettuce recalled

Lettuce recalled in 23 states; E. coli suspected

WASHINGTON – A food company is recalling lettuce sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia because of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least 19 people, three of them with life-threatening symptoms.
The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that 12 people had been hospitalized, … Read more >>>.

Ukraine sets up office to attract Indian students

NEW DELHI – Ukraine has set up an office in New Delhi to assist Indian students in taking admission in its educational institutions.

Proactive Group, a member of International Chamber of Commerce and partner of 30 leading Ukrainian universities, has been instituted by the ministry of education and science in Ukraine, an official statement released here …. Read the original article  : Ukraine sets up office to attract Indian students.

Delhi University to advise schools on admission process

NEW DELHI – Delhi University officials will Monday interact with teachers of state government schools in order to make them more familiar with the admission process in the varsity so that they can advise their students accordingly.

According to an official of the varsity, the initiative was taken on the request of members of the Yuva …. Original article  : Delhi University to advise schools on admission process.

E. coli suspected in 19 sickened, including 3 critical; AZ lettuce recalled from 23 states

E. coli forces lettuce recall; 19 ill in 3 states

WASHINGTON – A food company is recalling lettuce sold in 23 states and the District of Columbia because of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least 19 people, three of them with life-threatening symptoms.
The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday that 12 people had …. Source  : E. coli suspected in 19 sickened, including 3 critical; AZ lettuce recalled from 23 states.

Rock star Sting, on fundraising tour for education, says teachers deserve higher pay

Rock star Sting says teachers should be paid more

MEXICO??CITY – School teacher-turned-rock star Sting says teacher salaries must be raised to attract society’s best minds into classrooms.
Sting spoke to reporters Saturday in Mexico City before a $550-a-ticket concert. The show is part of a fundraising “Learning for Life” tour that supports education in developing countries.
Sting, … Original article on : Rock star Sting, on fundraising tour for education, says teachers deserve higher pay.

Michelle Obama urges Arkansas graduates to brace for hardship in speech echoing King in ‘58

1st lady echoes King’s call to brace for hardship

PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Michelle Obama told graduates Saturday to prepare to overcome adversity, building on Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1958 commencement address at the same university, when he told students to summon their courage to fight segregation.
The first lady gave an impassioned speech to 270 graduates … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Michelle Obama urges Arkansas graduates to brace for hardship in speech echoing King in ‘58.

Michelle Obama tells Ark. graduates to prepare to overcome hardship; MLK said same in 1958

1st lady echoes King’s call to fight hardships

PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Michelle Obama is urging graduates to embrace challenges and strive despite a culture that values fleeting fame over “the hard labors of lasting success.”
The first lady’s message Saturday at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff hearkened back to a commencement speech at the …. Read the original article  : here.

Obama watches soccer, plays golf while wife speaks to college graduates in Arkansas

Obama plays golf while wife speaks in Arkansas
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is playing golf while his wife, Michelle, delivers a college commencement speech in Pine Bluff, Ark.
The president watched his daughter Malia play soccer Saturday before heading to the Fort Belvoir course to play golf.
Obama will take his speaking turn Sunday, delivering … Original article on : Obama watches soccer, plays golf while wife speaks to college graduates in Arkansas.

Minnesota Senate working on bill to shut $2.9B budget gap through cuts, possible tax increase

Minn. Senate readies bill to shut $2.9B budget gap

ST. PAUL, Minn. – A bill steaming toward a vote in the Minnesota Senate would close most of the state’s $2.9 billion budget gap with spending cuts, payment delays and possibly a tax hike.
Parts of the plan to address the deficit in Minnesota’s current budget were released …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Minnesota Senate working on bill to shut $2.9B budget gap through cuts, possible tax increase.

Sotomayor urges anxious college grads to embrace future and strive to join her on high court

Sotomayor urges anxious grads to embrace future
WASHINGTON – Justice Sonia Sotomayor says her first year on the Supreme Court has been a little like graduating from college: exciting, challenging and a little scary.
Sotomayor briefly addressed graduates of Howard University on Saturday after receiving an honorary law degree. She says she knows members of … Read more : Sotomayor urges anxious college grads to embrace future and strive to join her on high court.

Federal Reserve chairman Bernanke tells college graduates: money can’t buy you happiness

Fed chief to grads: Money can’t buy happiness

WASHINGTON – Your parents were right. Money can’t buy you happiness. That was the message from the Federal Reserve chairman on Saturday to graduates of the University of South Carolina.
“We all know that getting a better-paying job is one of the main reasons to go to college. … …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Federal Reserve chairman Bernanke tells college graduates: money can’t buy you happiness.

After UN speech, Lucknow girl to go green

LUCKNOW – While most children of her age look forward to playing with friends in summer vacation, 13-year-old Yugratna Srivastava, who made history by delivering a speech at a United Nations summit last year, has plans to green the city.

Srivastava, who appeared for Class 9 exam this year, will plant saplings in different neighbourhoods of … Read more »»».

Kerala’s state education channel to telecast BBC videos

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – The Kerala government-run educational TV channel will telecast documentaries produced by the BBC Motion Gallery for the benefit of the state’s students, an official said Saturday.

The 450 episodes of educational videos on history and culture, science and technology, and wildlife and natural history – totalling to 50 hours of content – will be … Read more >>.

Hike subsidy for poor schoolkids, court tells Delhi

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court has underlined the need for providing good facilities to poor students in private schools and directed the government to consider revising the rates for reimbursement of the cost of their books and uniform.

Justice Kailash Gambhir in his order Friday said, “Students belonging to the economically weaker section …. Original source  : Hike subsidy for poor schoolkids, court tells Delhi.

Students sickened in E. coli outbreak; FDA investigating Ariz. lettuce farm

E. coli outbreak may be from Arizona lettuce farm

WASHINGTON – Romaine lettuce grown in Yuma, Ariz., may be the source of a widespread E. coli outbreak that has sickened students in three states.
Federal investigators are looking at a farm in Yuma as a possible source for the outbreak, according to the distributor who sold the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Students sickened in E. coli outbreak; FDA investigating Ariz. lettuce farm.

Biographical information on Elena Kagan

Biographical information on Elena Kagan
NAME – Elena Kagan.
BIRTHDATE-LOCATION – April 28, 1960-New York City.
EXPERIENCE – U.S. solicitor general, 2009-present; dean, Harvard Law School, 2003-09; professor of law, Harvard Law School, 2001; visiting professor, Harvard Law School, 1999-2001; deputy assistant to President Bill Clinton for domestic policy and deputy director of the Domestic Policy …. Read the original article  : Biographical information on Elena Kagan.

AP source: Obama to nominate Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court

AP source: Obama chooses Kagan for Supreme Court
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama will nominate Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court, a person familiar with the president’s thinking said Sunday night.
The move positions the court to have three female justices for the first time in history.
The source spoke …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : AP source: Obama to nominate Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court.

Obama’s pick for Supreme Court has sterling resume, reputation for building consensus

Kagan had rapid ascent to high court nomination
WASHINGTON – Solicitor General Elena Kagan would be the first person in 38 years to join the Supreme Court without first serving as a judge. She’s had a year as perhaps the next best thing.
As the Obama administration’s top Supreme Court lawyer, Kagan has … Original source on Gaea Times at : Obama’s pick for Supreme Court has sterling resume, reputation for building consensus.

Obama says all Americans have a responsibility for every child’s education

Obama: Education a responsibility of all Americans
HAMPTON, Va. – President Barack Obama, addressing graduates at historically black Hampton University on Sunday, said that it is the responsibility of all Americans to offer every child the type of education that will make them competitive in an economy in which just a high …. Read the original article  : Obama says all Americans have a responsibility for every child’s education.

Rabindranath Tagore Quotes

Kolkata (GaeaTimes.com) Rabindranath Tagore is a renowned Bengali polymath and his birthday is celebrated as Rabindra Jayanti by all Rabindranath lovers around the world. Rabindra Jayanti is celebrated according to the Bengali calendar’s Poncheeshe Boishakh or the 25th day of the first month of the Bengali calendar. It is generally observed on 8th … Original source on Gaea Times at : Rabindranath Tagore Quotes.

Degree Results Of ANU Declared

GUNTUR, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Acharya Nagarjuna University has announced its degree results for the year 2010 and the same is now available in the official websites of the University. Thus the results of students who have appeared for the degree examinations this year is just a click away. This University which is …. Original source  : Degree Results Of ANU Declared.

Zardari to chair special Sindh cabinet meeting Monday

KARACHI – Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has summoned a special meeting of the Sindh cabinet Monday to review the performance of the provincial government.

The president would be briefed by the ministers on their performance in the education, health and irrigation works and services areas, Online news agency reported, quoting sources.
The president had received …. Source  : Zardari to chair special Sindh cabinet meeting Monday.

Obama to deliver commencement address at Hampton University, his second of the season

Obama to deliver commencement address at Hampton
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama will deliver his second commencement speech in as many weeks when he visits Hampton University in southeastern Virginia.
Obama was headed to the historically black college Sunday. The White House said he will speak to graduates about the importance of education and being … Original article on : Obama to deliver commencement address at Hampton University, his second of the season.

IGNOU starts four new courses

NEW DELHI – The Indira Gandhi National Open University has started four new vocational courses beginning from this year’s July session.

“We have started four new courses which are M.Sc. in Actuarial Science, Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sales Management, Diploma in BPO-Finance and Accounting and Certificate in Hospital Administrative Assistanceship,” an IGNOU official said …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Lettuce recall expands as FDA investigates Arizona farm as source of E. coli outbreak

Lettuce recall expands as FDA investigates E. coli

WASHINGTON – A recall of romaine lettuce that has sickened students with E. coli poisoning is expanding as the government tries to find out where the contamination occurred.
The Food and Drug Administration said late Monday that a food distributor in Moore, Okla., is recalling romaine lettuce that came …. Read the original article  : Lettuce recall expands as FDA investigates Arizona farm as source of E. coli outbreak.

Kan. Senate approves $13.6B budget protecting schools, sends it to governor; tax vote awaits

Kan. Senate sends $13.6B budget to governor

TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas legislators on Monday approved a $13.6 billion budget that protects aid to public schools, sending it to a supportive Democratic Gov. Mark Parkinson, and were voting on whether to give final approval to the tax increase necessary to sustain the spending.
The Senate passed the spending …. Source article  : Kan. Senate approves $13.6B budget protecting schools, sends it to governor; tax vote awaits.

Chosen by Obama, Elena Kagan would give Supreme Court three female justices for first time

Obama taps Kagan to give court historic 3rd female
WASHINGTON – Introducing his Supreme Court nominee to the nation, President Barack Obama on Monday portrayed Elena Kagan as a guiding force for a fractured court and a champion of typical Americans. She would be the youngest … Original article on : Chosen by Obama, Elena Kagan would give Supreme Court three female justices for first time.

Second chance provides Kagan path to Supreme Court nomination

Second time’s the charm for nominee Kagan
WASHINGTON – From President Barack Obama’s Top 10 list, one nominee emerged – Elena Kagan.
White House aides were already vetting more than two dozen candidates when the soon-to-be 90-year-old Justice John Paul Stevens announced his retirement last month. With an opening on the high court official, senior …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Amazon.com’s textbook buyback program reaches a million titles

Amazon.com’s textbook buyback plan hits 1M titles

SEATTLE – Amazon.com Inc. said Monday it now has a million textbooks in a buyback program that lets customers trade in used textbooks.
The online retailer’s “Textbook Buyback” program will give students a gift card once they trade in a textbook. The gift card can be used to buy textbooks …. Read the original article  : Amazon.com’s textbook buyback program reaches a million titles.

At Elena Kagan’s high school, smart girls were the rule, and we were supposed to succeed

Smart girls were the rule at Kagan’s high school

NEW YORK – There were a lot of smart girls at Hunter College High School, but only one of them posed for the yearbook in a judge’s robes, quoted a Supreme Court justice and is remembered for playing a tough attorney in an eighth-grade trial.
Now Elena Kagan … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : At Elena Kagan’s high school, smart girls were the rule, and we were supposed to succeed.

Toomey unveils 1st ad in Pa.; GOP fundraising on Supreme Court pick

Toomey’s Pa. ad; GOP fundraising on Obama pick
WASHINGTON – Republican Pat Toomey sums up his campaign in his first commercial – “more jobs, less government.”
The former head of the anti-tax Club for Growth unveiled the ad Monday. Toomey is the likely Republican nominee for the Senate seat in Pennsylvania; five-term Sen. … Original source on Gaea Times at : Toomey unveils 1st ad in Pa.; GOP fundraising on Supreme Court pick.

Afghanistan readies program to offer economic incentives to reintegrate Taliban into society

Afghanistan readies program to reintegrate Taliban

KABUL – Small pockets of Taliban foot soldiers ready to switch sides are waiting for the Afghan government to roll out a nationwide program to lure them off the battlefield and make peace with their leaders.
The plan won’t be completed until after this month’s peace assembly in Kabul, but according … Read : Afghanistan readies program to offer economic incentives to reintegrate Taliban into society.

Little-known Kansas attorney is architect behind many controversial immigration laws

Kan. lawyer is architect of many immigration laws

TOPEKA, Kan. – When politicians and police across the country want to crack down on illegal immigration, they often reach out to the same man: a little-known Kansas attorney with an Ivy League education who is the architect behind many of the nation’s most controversial immigration laws.
Kris Kobach … Read more »».

Maharashtra not to fail students from Classes 1 to 8

MUMBAI – The Maharashtra government issued orders late Monday directing all schools in the state not to detain or fail any student between Classes 1 to 8, an official said.

The government order was issued making this policy effective from the current academic year 2009-2010.
It has been issued under the provisions of the Right …. Original source  : Maharashtra not to fail students from Classes 1 to 8.

Text of Solicitor General Elena Kagan’s remarks on her Supreme Court nomination

Kagan’s remarks on her Supreme Court nomination
Text of Solicitor General Elena Kagan’s remarks on Monday after President Barack Obama nominated her for the Supreme Court, as transcribed by CQ Transcriptions.
KAGAN: Thank you. Thank you.
Thank you, Mr. President.
I am honored and I am humbled by this nomination and by the confidence you have shown … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Text of Solicitor General Elena Kagan’s remarks on her Supreme Court nomination.

Text of Obama’s remarks in nominating Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court

Text of Obama’s remarks on the nomination of Kagan
Text of President Barack Obama on Monday in announcing Solicitor General Elena Kagan as his nominee to the Supreme Court, as transcribed by CQ Transcriptions.
OBAMA: Hello, hello, hello. Thank you. Thank you, everybody. Thank you. Thank you very much.
Everybody, please have a seat.
Good morning, everybody.
Of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Text of Obama’s remarks in nominating Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court.

Obama chooses Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court to replace Stevens

Obama nominates Elena Kagan for Supreme Court
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court on Monday, declaring the former Harvard Law School dean “one of the nation’s foremost legal minds.” She would be the court’s youngest justice and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Obama chooses Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court to replace Stevens.

Census: Share of Americans who move edges up, but they don’t go far amid a fragile economy

Census: Share of Americans on the move edging up

WASHINGTON – Americans are on the move again, after years of staying put. But they’re not going very far, taking few chances because of weak housing and job markets.
Roughly 12.5 percent of the U.S. population, or 37.1 million people, moved to a new home, up from a … Read more »».

Jamia invites application to course in West Asian studies

NEW DELHI – The Centre for West Asian Studies of the Jamia Milia Monday invited applications for its integrated M.Phil-PhD programme in international relations with special focus on India’s relation with West Asia.

“The Centre for West Asian Studies promotes specialized studies of the Mashreq and Magreb region, Persian Gulf countries with emphasis on India-West Asia …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

AP source: Obama chooses Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court; announcement Monday

AP source: Elena Kagan picked for Supreme Court
WASHINGTON – Solicitor General Elena Kagan will be nominated Monday to the Supreme Court by President Barack Obama, pushing the former law school dean toward the pinnacle of her profession and positioning the United States to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : AP source: Obama chooses Solicitor General Elena Kagan for Supreme Court; announcement Monday.

Teachers should be better paid, says Sting

Mexico City, May 10 (IANS/EFE) British singer Sting, a former schoolteacher, believes that teaching “attracts the most brilliant minds of society” and therefore, teachers should be better paid.

“The level of income for teachers should be higher,” Sting said here in the Mexican capital, where he performed during the weekend at a benefit concert to collect … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Teachers should be better paid, says Sting.

How Punjab peon’s daughter cracked civil services

MORINDA – Sheer hard work and inspiration from an old TV serial have helped Sandeep Kaur, a peon’s daughter, crack the tough civil services exam. And, as she says, she couldn’t have done it without the rock solid support of her extended family.

Sandeep, 29, daughter of Ranjit Singh, a peon in the revenue department here, … Read more >>.

AP source: Solicitor General Elena Kagan Obama’s choice for high court; announcement Monday

AP source: Kagan selected for high court vacancy
WASHINGTON – Solicitor General Elena Kagan will be nominated Monday to the Supreme Court by President Barack Obama, a person familiar with the president’s thinking says, positioning the high court to have three women justices for the first time.
Obama plans to announce his choice at 10 …. Original source  : AP source: Solicitor General Elena Kagan Obama’s choice for high court; announcement Monday.

Arizona governor signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program

Arizona gov. signs bill targeting ethnic studies

PHOENIX – Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed a bill targeting a school district’s ethnic studies program on Tuesday, hours after a report by United Nations human rights experts condemned the measure.
State schools chief Tom Horne, who has pushed the measure for years, said a Tucson school district program promotes … Original source on Gaea Times at : Arizona governor signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program.

Army secretary decides not to attend NY commencement due to ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ protest

Army head nixes NY college visit to defuse protest
OSWEGO, N.Y. – Army Secretary John McHugh says he won’t attend a New York state university’s commencement because a planned protest against the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” rule might disrupt the ceremony.
McHugh was to receive an honorary degree Saturday from the State University of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Army secretary decides not to attend NY commencement due to ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ protest.

Feds’ $4.35 billion carrot not enough for some states to allow, expand charter schools

Several states stay off charter-school bandwagon

BOISE, Idaho – In her small timber town in west Idaho, Christina Williams enrolled her son in the closest public school because she had few other choices near her home.
But as she watched him struggle for years – many mornings prying him out of bed and forcing him to go … Read more : Feds’ $4.35 billion carrot not enough for some states to allow, expand charter schools.

AP English Language And Composition Exam: Details of Exam

Want to become a quality writer? AP English Language And Composition Exam can help you fulfill your desire. The AP English Language and Composition Exam is a three hour long exam, consists of two hard sessions. You have to answer 55 multiple-choice questions within one hour, in Section I. Section II is to test …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : AP English Language And Composition Exam: Details of Exam.

Ariz. Gov. Jan Brewer signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program

Ariz. gov signs bill targeting ethnic studies

PHOENIX – Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed a bill targeting a school district’s ethnic studies program on Tuesday, hours after a report by United Nations human rights experts condemned the measure.
State schools chief Tom Horne pushed the measure for years, saying the program in a Tucson school district promotes … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Ariz. Gov. Jan Brewer signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program.

Dictionary mistake goes unnoticed for 99 years

MELBOURNE – Those who swear by the dictionary for uses of words may need to cross check as the meaning explained in the bible of lexicon may not be error free.

The error may be slight, but it’s an error nonetheless, said Stephen Hughes, a physicist with Queensland University of Technology, who spotted a 99-year-old mistake …. Original source  : Dictionary mistake goes unnoticed for 99 years.

Miami U suspends sorority after venue owner complains of wild behavior at spring formal

Miami-Ohio sorority suspended after wild formal

CINCINNATI – Miami University of Ohio has suspended a sorority for a year after a lodge owner complained about damage and unruly behavior at a spring formal including guests urinating in sinks, men scrambling over the bar for drinks, and couples caught having sex.
The action against the Pi Beta Phi … Read more >>>.

Woman who became world’s oldest person to graduate college to earn master’s degree at age 98

98-year-old Kan. woman to earn master’s degree

HAYS, Kan. – A Kansas woman who at age 95 became the world’s oldest person to graduate college is about to top that accomplishment three years later.
Ninety-eight-year-old Nola Ochs (Oaks) will receive a master’s degree from Fort Hays State University in Kansas on Saturday.
Ochs, of Jetmore, set a short-lived …. Source article  : Woman who became world’s oldest person to graduate college to earn master’s degree at age 98.

Environment ministry puts on hold Vedanta varsity in Orissa

NEW DELHI – The environment ministry Tuesday put on hold construction of the Rs.150 billion Vedanta University in Orissa by the Anil Agarwal Foundation following complaints of irregularities.

The ministry said it had received information alleging irregularities and “illegal, unethical and unlawful deeds” by the foundation.
It said serious objections raised during the Orissa … Original article on : Environment ministry puts on hold Vedanta varsity in Orissa.

IMM to start Afro-Asian Development Centre

NEW DELHI – The Institute of Marketing and Management is planning to start an Afro-Asian Development Centre at its premises here next year.

The Centre, to be headed by a senior faculty member, will hold seminars, workshops, conferences based on research and analyses to point out the opportunities for mutual benefit among countries of Asia …. Source article  : IMM to start Afro-Asian Development Centre.

Delhi University to offer 5,000 more seats this year

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University will offer 5,000 more seats in the undergraduate courses this year when the admission process begins May 28, an official statement said Tuesday.

“In 2009-10, the total number of seats available for the undergraduate courses in Delhi University were 49,000. In the next academic session of 2010-11, the number …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi University to offer 5,000 more seats this year.

School kids to be made aware of importance of taxes

NEW DELHI – Catch them young seems to be the new mantra of the tax department which wants to ensure that school children grow up to be earnest tax payers in the future.

The Central Bureau of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is formulating a campaign to make children in the 10 to 18 years age-group familiar with …. Read the original article  : here.

CMC to offer Toonz courses in animation, multimedia

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – Toonz Academy, the training arm of city-based animation company, Toonz Animation India, Tuesday entered into a strategic alliance with CMC Limited, the education consulting division of Tata Consultancy Services.

According to the agreement signed by the two firms, CMC will offer courses designed by Toonz in the fields of animation, digital arts and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : CMC to offer Toonz courses in animation, multimedia.

Kagan scrutinized anew for opposing military recruitment at Harvard in ‘don’t ask’ policy flap

Kagan’s role against military recruitment studied

BOSTON – In a widely circulated 2003 memo, Harvard Law School dean Elena Kagan blasted the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy for gay soldiers as “a moral injustice of the first order.”
Kagan was explaining to students and faculty why military recruiters were allowed on campus again after almost 25 … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kagan scrutinized anew for opposing military recruitment at Harvard in ‘don’t ask’ policy flap.

High remedial education rate called a roadblock to increasing number of college grads

Nation has high college remedial education rate
DAVIE, Fla. – Professor Derron Bowen teaches high school math to college students, patiently chalking equations on the board on basic arithmetic topics such as the speed of a driver on a 20-hour trip.
Bowen’s class at Broward College in South Florida is for students who …. Read the original article  : here.

7 children, 2 adults hacked to death at kindergarten; assailant commits suicide

7 children killed at China school in latest attack

HANZHONG, China – A man charged into a kindergarten in northwestern China with a cleaver Wednesday and hacked to death seven children and two adults – the fifth such rampage in less than two months. The attacker then went home and killed himself.
The assault, which left 11 … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 7 children, 2 adults hacked to death at kindergarten; assailant commits suicide.

Minority student activists move to forefront in protests of higher education budget cuts

Minority student activists protest education cuts

IRVINE, Calif. – If campus activism still brings to mind peace signs, a sea of white faces and liberal strongholds like Berkeley, meet Jesse Cheng.
Cheng is a third-year Asian-American studies major at the University of California, Irvine, a campus less than five decades old in the middle of Orange County, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Minority student activists move to forefront in protests of higher education budget cuts.

Md. gets 1st US law barring schools from giving student test results to military recruiters

Md. 1st to bar schools releasing tests to military

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – A first-of-its-kind law bars public high schools in Maryland from automatically sending student scores on a widely used military aptitude test to recruiters, a practice that critics say was giving the armed forces backdoor access to young people without their parents’ consent.
School districts around … Original source on Gaea Times at : Md. gets 1st US law barring schools from giving student test results to military recruiters.

Purdue quarterback Justin Siller reinstated after yearlong suspension for academic violation

Purdue reinstates QB Siller after year suspension

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue has reinstated quarterback Justin Siller after suspending him all of last season for an academic violation.
The 6-foot-4, 220-pound Siller was expected to compete with fifth-year senior Joey Elliott for the starting quarterback job a year ago before the punishment.
The school announced Wednesday that Siller … Read more >>.

Nursing is top priority profession now, says Azad

NEW DELHI – Calling nursing profession a top priority, Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad Wednesday said the government will soon be opening 169 new nursing schools in the country.

This, he said, is a part of a series of initiatives being taken to overcome shortage of nurses in the country.
“We are now giving … Read more >>.

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program

Ariz. gov signed bill targeting ethnic studies

PHOENIX – Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has signed a bill targeting an ethnic studies program in a Tucson school district.
State schools chief Tom Horne, a Republican running for Attorney General, says the district’s ethnic studies program promotes “ethnic chauvinism” and racial resentment toward whites.
The measure prohibits classes that advocate … Read : Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signs bill targeting school district’s ethnic studies program.

Most high school students in US cheat during tests

WASHINGTON – Cheating during tests is widespread among high-school students in the US, says a study.

The study by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) gauged both the prevalence and perceptions of cheating among high-school students.
It found that the practice is widespread and many students carry misperceptions about academic dishonesty, and also identified patterns among …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Most high school students in US cheat during tests.

Jamia Milia hostellers to get alternative rooms during Games

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Milia Islamia will make alternative arrangements for students staying in its hostel before hosting 700 guests during the upcoming Commonwealth Games, Vice chancellor Najeeb Jung said Wednesday.

Reacting to news reports about the likelihood of students from other universities in the capital being uprooted from their hostels during the …. Original source  : Jamia Milia hostellers to get alternative rooms during Games.

Calcutta Business School Unveils New Courses

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)-Calcutta Business School which is a S K Birla institute is going to launch a special management program aimed at the working executives. This is a step taken in the lines of premier institutions like IIM. The one year and there month long executive MBA program will be offered by the institute from …. Original source  : Calcutta Business School Unveils New Courses.

More students to take DU online exam this year

NEW DELHI – The number of students who will take Delhi University’s online exam for environmental studies this year will go up to 3,281, an official said Friday.

According to A.K. Bakshi, director of the Institute for Lifelong Learning in the university, 2,300 students appeared for the online exam in 2009. This year’s exam is due …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : More students to take DU online exam this year.

Telling lies gets higher grades, say Chinese

Indo-ASIAN NEWS SERVICE
BEIJING – A majority of Chinese people say they lie about their real life experiences, while almost half of them say lying helps get better grades in school.

Many students \”fictionalise\” their real life experiences in order to satisfy the strict composition formula that teachers insist on in order to get a high grade, …. Read the original article  : here.

Rachael Ray, NYC mayor join forces to ‘empower kids to cook’ and grow their own food

Rachael Ray, NYC mayor ‘empower kids to cook’

NEW YORK – Rachael Ray is putting her “big mouth” to good use – to teach schoolkids to grow and eat healthier food.
The star TV chef and author joined New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg on Thursday at a Brooklyn school – one of 25 in the city …. Read the original article  : Rachael Ray, NYC mayor join forces to ‘empower kids to cook’ and grow their own food.

Alabama girl jumps to her death off overpass amid school bullying, grief over sister’s death

Ala. girl jumps to death; bullying investigated

JEMISON, Ala. – Authorities say a 15-year-old Alabama girl who jumped to her death from an interstate overpass had complained of bullying at school and never got over the death of her sister in a freak accident.
Chilton County Coroner Randall Yeargan says Alex Moore of Jemison jumped from an … Original article on : Alabama girl jumps to her death off overpass amid school bullying, grief over sister’s death.

Woman reported missing near Los Angeles found safe in central California; no crime suspected

Missing woman found safe 275 miles from home

GLENDALE, Calif. – A woman whose disappearance sparked a massive search in the canyons northeast of Los Angeles was found safe Thursday in central California but it’s unclear how or why she ended up nearly 300 miles from her home, police said.
Nancy Salas, 22, was in the custody …. Source article  : Woman reported missing near Los Angeles found safe in central California; no crime suspected.

Woman reported missing in Los Angeles found safe in central California; no crime suspected

Missing Calif. woman found safe 275 miles away

GLENDALE, Calif. – Police say a woman whose disappearance sparked a massive search in the canyons northeast of Los Angeles has been found alive and well in central California.
Glendale police Sgt. Tom Lorenz says 22-year-old Nancy Salas was in the custody of police in Merced, about 275 miles [..] Read the original article: here.

New Mexico medical officials concerned after mistakes made during glucose testing

Blood sugar test goes bad at New Mexico event

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A group of New Mexico medical school students failed to properly change needles on devices used for blood glucose testing, and now officials say a few dozen people might be at risk for contracting serious diseases.
University of New Mexico School of Medicine officials made …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

About 200 people join protest over Nevada jobs going to out-of-state companies, employees

200 protest NV jobs going to out-of-state workers

RENO, Nev. – About 200 people, many of them unemployed, joined a protest in Reno over what they call an “epidemic” of jobs in economically troubled Nevada going to out-of-state companies and workers.
Demonstrators marched Thursday about a mile from downtown to the University of Nevada-Reno campus. Speakers at …. Original article  : About 200 people join protest over Nevada jobs going to out-of-state companies, employees.

Police: Woman reported missing during morning run had lied to family about attending UCLA

Police: Missing woman lied about attending UCLA

GLENDALE, Calif. – A 22-year-old woman whose disappearance led to a massive canyon search had lied to her family and claimed that she was attending UCLA when she actually quit more than a year ago, authorities said Thursday.
The latest discrepancy added yet another layer of mystery to the disappearance …. Original article  : Police: Woman reported missing during morning run had lied to family about attending UCLA.

Boston archdiocese offers to help find new Catholic school for lesbians’ son who was rejected

Mass. church to help find school for gays’ son

BOSTON – The head of education for the Boston Archdiocese offered Thursday to help find a different Catholic school for a boy denied acceptance at a Hingham Catholic school because his parents are gay.
In a statement, superintendent Mary Grassa O’Neill said she spoke with a parent of …. Source  : Boston archdiocese offers to help find new Catholic school for lesbians’ son who was rejected.

Report: 1 in 10 Hispanic high school dropouts earn a GED, less than black or white students

Report: Few Hispanic high school dropouts earn GED

MIAMI – A report released Thursday by the Pew Hispanic Center found that one in 10 Hispanic students who drop out of high school go on to earn a General Equivalency Development degree.
Educators and students say limited outreach, immigration and pressure to work may be to blame.
Using data [..] Read the original article: here.

Cal State campuses set to grant honorary degrees to Japanese-Americans interned during WWII

Cal State to grant degrees to WWII internees

LONG BEACH, Calif. – More than 70 Japanese-Americans whose college careers at California State University campuses were derailed when they were sent to World War II internment camps are getting their diplomas.
Six CSU campuses are awarding honorary degrees over the next three weeks to former students who were …. Read the original article  : Cal State campuses set to grant honorary degrees to Japanese-Americans interned during WWII.

Hawaii ends shortened school year with no deal to restore class time next year

Hawaii wraps up a year of short school weeks

HONOLULU – When Hawaii ran short on money, it made students and teachers pay by slashing 17 Fridays from the school calendar, resulting in three-day weekends and the nation’s shortest school year.
More than 170,000 students in the nation’s only statewide school district spent their so-called “furlough Fridays” …. Source  : Hawaii ends shortened school year with no deal to restore class time next year.

Company says it had fired 9 employees now charged with accessing Obama loan records

Company fired 9 charged with accessing Obama loans
IOWA CITY, Iowa – A Department of Education contractor in Iowa says it had fired nine employees who now face federal charges for accessing President Barack Obama’s student loan records.
Vangent Inc. spokeswoman Eileen Rivera says the workers were fired last June after the company learned of …. Original source  : Company says it had fired 9 employees now charged with accessing Obama loan records.

Neighbors thought China school attacker who slashed and killed 9 was a good, quiet man

Neighbors thought China attacker was a good man

LINCHENG, China – Neighbors in this lush but poor farm village say Wu Jianming seemed like a good, quiet man. They struggle now to understand how he could fly into a rage over unpaid rent, slashing and killing seven preschoolers and two adults with a cleaver.
Neighbors heard screams [..] Read the original article: here.

This graduation season, some experts challenge whether four-year degree is path to success

College for all? Experts say not necessarily
COLUMBIA, Mo. – In a town dominated by the University of Missouri’s flagship campus and two smaller colleges, higher education is practically a birthright for high school seniors like Kate Hodges.
She has a 3.5 grade-point-average, a college savings account and a family tree teeming …. Read the original article  : This graduation season, some experts challenge whether four-year degree is path to success.

Search on for UCLA student; Calif. police call disappearance ’suspicious’

Search on for UCLA student missing after run

GLENDALE, Calif. – Police are searching for a 22-year-old UCLA student who went missing after a run in a canyon northeast of Los Angeles.
Glendale police are treating the disappearance of Nancy Salas as suspicious. Officers resumed searching for her Thursday morning and investigators planned to examine her cell … Read more >>.

Ford agrees to restore tuition help for union workers in effort to settle dispute

Ford to restore tuition help for union workers

DETROIT – Ford Motor Co. will restore college tuition help for factory workers as it tries to settle a dispute over benefits with the United Auto Workers union.
The company notified union Vice President Bob King of the change in a letter sent last week, and The Associated Press …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Senate panel takes up Iraq, Afghan war funding measure as Democrats courts GOP support

Senate panel takes up war funding measure
WASHINGTON – A key Senate panel approved a $58.8 billion war funding measure today that would raise the total price tag for Pentagon operations in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past decade to $1 trillion.
The measure blends about $30 billion for President Barack Obama’s 30,000-troop surge … Original source on Gaea Times at : Senate panel takes up Iraq, Afghan war funding measure as Democrats courts GOP support.

From Delhi, Indians to teach students in Africa

NEW DELHI – Just like a typical classroom scene, a professor will deliver a lecture and students will raise their hands to ask questions. Only here, the teacher will be at the Delhi University (DU) campus while the students will be in Africa.

As part of the Pan-African e-network project between India and Africa that was …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : From Delhi, Indians to teach students in Africa.

Judge permanently bans suburban Philly school district from webcam spying on students

Judge bans webcam spying on Philly students

PHILADELPHIA – A judge has permanently banned a suburban Philadelphia school district from secretly monitoring students with webcams on their school-issued laptops.
U.S. District Judge Jan DuBois’ ruling Friday was similar to a temporary injunction the judge imposed in February after a student sued the district over privacy concerns. The …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

AG Eric Holder urges law grads to modernize legal system, makes no mention of terrorism

Holder tells NYC grads to modernize legal system
NEW YORK – Attorney General Eric Holder on Friday urged law school graduates to continue the tradition of modernizing the American legal system.
Delivering the commencement address at his alma mater, Columbia University Law School, Holder made no mention of the Justice Department’s investigation of the … Original article on : AG Eric Holder urges law grads to modernize legal system, makes no mention of terrorism.

Texas Tech asks judge to coach Mike Leach’s lawsuit over firing

Texas Tech seeks to hamstring Leach lawsuit

LUBBOCK, Texas – Attorneys for Texas Tech asked a judge Friday to essentially throw out a lawsuit by former football coach Mike Leach, saying it has legal immunity under state law.
State District Judge William C. Sowder said he would issue a decision later and expected an appeal to the … Original article on : Texas Tech asks judge to coach Mike Leach’s lawsuit over firing.

Correction: Catholic School-Gay Parents story

Correction: Catholic School-Gay Parents story

BOSTON – In a story May 13 about a Boston Archdiocese offer to find a different Catholic school for a boy denied acceptance at a Hingham Catholic school because his parents are gay, The Associated Press erroneously reported the name of a group that spoke out about the original decision. The … Original article on : Correction: Catholic School-Gay Parents story.

Conservative lawyers’ support for high court nominee Kagan could blunt claim she’s too liberal

Conservative friends rise in support of Kagan
WASHINGTON – Conservative lawyers and academics are voicing support for Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan, praise that could soften criticism from the right and provide cover for any Republican senators inclined to vote for her nomination.
The essence of their take on Kagan, the former Harvard Law … Read more »».

Goodwin Liu nomination shows Asian-American gains in judicial and legal professions

Asian judge nominee shows community’s progress
When Wendy Chang told her parents she wanted to become a lawyer, they were not enthused.
“They wanted me to do the medicine thing,” said Chang, who immigrated to America from Taiwan with her parents as a child and is now a partner at a Los Angeles … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Goodwin Liu nomination shows Asian-American gains in judicial and legal professions.

Wis. researcher inspired by the Dalai Lama makes strides understanding compassion, happiness

Scientist inspired by Dalai Lama studies happiness

MADISON, Wis. – After hearing about his cutting-edge research on the brain and emotions through mutual friends, the Dalai Lama invited Richard Davidson to his home in India in 1992 to pose a question.
Scientists often study depression, anxiety and fear, but why not devote your work to the causes …. Original article  : Wis. researcher inspired by the Dalai Lama makes strides understanding compassion, happiness.

Gore gets home-state honors with doctorate from University of Tennessee, 3rd in school history

U. of Tenn. gives Gore home-state honorary degree

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Nobel Prize winner and former Vice President Al Gore can hang a new award on his wall after his home-state University of Tennessee gave him an honorary doctorate.
It’s just the third such degree the university has granted, after previous ones for former U.S. Senate Majority … Read more »».

USDA says gov’t will require higher standards next year for ground beef served in schools

Ground beef in schools this fall will be safer

WASHINGTON – Students will be eating safer beef in school cafeterias when they return to school in the fall.
The Agriculture Department announced Friday that the government will require higher standards for ground beef purchased for schools starting in July. The standards will force producers to test the … Read : USDA says gov’t will require higher standards next year for ground beef served in schools.

Delhi school ordered to take back dyslexic student

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court Friday asked a school to take back a Class 8 student, expelled after he was diagnosed to be suffering from dyslexia, a learning disability.

Giving relief to Priyam Kumar, a student of St.Mary’s School in Safdarjung Enclave, Justice Kailash Gambhir directed the school to take back the student in … Read : Delhi school ordered to take back dyslexic student.

Bihar’s Super 30 in Time Magazine best list

PATNA – Super 30, Bihar’s free coaching centre which helps economically backward students crack the Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE), has been selected by The Time Magazine in the list of The Best of Asia 2010.

“It is a matter of great pleasure that the Time Magazine has included our school Super 30 in … Read : Bihar’s Super 30 in Time Magazine best list.

Another Ohio sorority gone wild? Univ. of Dayton group in trouble over banquet hall damage

Third Ohio sorority in trouble over wild partying

DAYTON, Ohio – A third Ohio sorority is in trouble after a banquet hall party in which students were accused of vandalism, urinating and vomiting on carpet, and stealing alcohol.
The University of Dayton’s Alpha Phi chapter faces a May 27 disciplinary hearing for the rowdy gathering held in …. Read the original article  : here.

Family sues Houston teacher in beating of 13-year-old student captured on cell phone video

Family sues teacher in recorded attack on student

HOUSTON – The family of a 13-year-old whose beating by a Houston charter school teacher was caught on a classmate’s cell phone video has filed a lawsuit against the teacher and the school.
The lawsuit was filed Thursday on behalf of Isaiah Reagins by his mother, Alesha Johnson.
Science teacher …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Family sues Houston teacher in beating of 13-year-old student captured on cell phone video.

India girl pays for school uniform with life

A teenaged girl in India was brutally killed and her body buried in a field by her parents after she asked them to buy her school uniform, police said today.

Police said Soni Kumari, a Class VIII girl from a government middle school in east Champaran district in Bihar, asked her parents to purchase school uniform …. Read the original article  : India girl pays for school uniform with life.

Now, more seats for girls in Himachal varsity

SHIMLA – The Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) has decided to create an extra seat and reserve it for single girl child in M.Phil courses, an official said here Sunday.

Earlier, the university created an extra seat in graduate and postgraduate professional courses and reserved it for girls who were the only child of their parents.
“Now …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Now, more seats for girls in Himachal varsity.

Calif. high school softball coach apologizes after making players drink soda pop from shoe

Calif. coach makes players drink soda from shoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A California high school girl’s softball coach has apologized for requiring eight players who struck out during a recent game to drink soda pop out of a team member’s shoe, a school district official said.
The South Tahoe High School varsity players drank the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Calif. high school softball coach apologizes after making players drink soda pop from shoe.

Development bank seeks $2 billion to overhaul ruined Haiti schools after earthquake

$2 billion sought to overhaul ruined Haiti schools

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – The Inter-American Development Bank is seeking $2 billion to expand access to Haitian schools.
President Rene Preval and Bank President Luis Moreno announced the five-year program Saturday. It could be among the first presented for possible funding by the new Haitian Interim Reconstruction Commission co-chaired by …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Development bank seeks $2 billion to overhaul ruined Haiti schools after earthquake.

Never too late to graduate: California woman finally earns college diploma – at age 94

California woman earns college diploma at age 94

OAKLAND, Calif. – It’s never too late to earn your college degree. Just ask 94-year-old Hazel Soares.
The San Leandro woman was one of about 500 students to pick up diplomas Saturday during a commencement ceremony at Mills College, an Oakland liberal arts college for women that also offers … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Never too late to graduate: California woman finally earns college diploma – at age 94.

Thousands of small nonprofits may miss IRS deadline that will cost them their tax exemption

Thousands of nonprofits may lose tax-exempt status

DES MOINES, Iowa – More than 200,000 small nonprofits across the nation are days away from losing their tax-exempt status because they haven’t filed a new form with the Internal Revenue Service.
Many of these groups already operate on razor-thin budgets and some worry an unexpected tax bill could force [..] Read the original article: here.

New Mass. college Ph.D. program looks at psychology of genocide, for killers and the survivors

Mass. Ph.D. program explores genocide psychology

WORCESTER, Mass. – As a clinical psychologist, Cristina Andriani counseled victims of physical and sexual abuse, Vietnam War veterans and cult survivors. As a doctoral candidate, her understanding of trauma is expanding globally as she tries to unravel the psychological underpinnings of genocide.
The first student in what Clark University in …. Source  : New Mass. college Ph.D. program looks at psychology of genocide, for killers and the survivors.

New music school teaches street children in Kabul, where music was illegal a decade ago

School tries to bring music back to Afghanistan

KABUL – From the outside, it looks like any other school in Kabul. A red two-story building is sealed off from the street by a high wall. A few trees stand in the front yard. Children constantly go in and out.
But listen carefully. When the noise of the … Read more »».

Delhi University holds first Open Day

NEW DELHI – The Tara Singh Auditorium at SGTB Khalsa College Saturday saw hundreds of aspiring, anxious students attend this year’s first Open Day organised by Delhi University (DU) to help aspirants get a clearer picture to map out their admission strategy.

The Open Day is an annual event which provides detailed knowledge of the different … Read more : Delhi University holds first Open Day.

In open letter to this year’s grads, Obama advises be hopeful and don’t believe the naysayers

Obama’s advice to grads: Don’t believe the cynics
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama has some advice for graduates who are about to embark on the next chapter of their lives.
He says young people are growing up during a time of “great challenge” and “sweeping change” – and that the voices of cynicism and …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : In open letter to this year’s grads, Obama advises be hopeful and don’t believe the naysayers.

‘Super 30??? in Punjab to find under-privileged talent

CHANDIGARH – ‘Super 30′ fame Ramanujan School of Mathematics (RSM), which is helping poor but brilliant students from Bihar villages to enter IITs, has joined hands with US-based Bhai Jaitajee Foundation (BJF) to provide an opportunity to poor children in Punjab to become a part of their programme.

For the first time, Super 30 has …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Super 30′ in Punjab to find under-privileged talent.

Premier engineering institutes to train school dropouts, youth

AGARTALA – The National Institutes of Technology (NIT), India’s premier engineering and technology education centres, will provide skill development training to school dropouts and unemployed youth, officials said here Saturday.

NIT will also be set up schools to provide primary education to children.
A Vocational Training and Skill Development Centre (VTSDC) was launched at the Agartala … Read more »»».

Students out on boats to save Sukhna lake

CHANDIGARH – Young enthusiastic students sailed on boats and extracted grass, weeds and silt from Sukhna lake, a Chandigarh landmark that is being suffocated by excessive silting and receding water levels.

The students were from the National Cadets Corps (NCC) of all three defence units — army, navy and air force — that initiated a two-day …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Dartmouth Center for Health Care Delivery Science gets $35 million, to focus on cost, quality

$35M for Dartmouth health care delivery center

CONCORD, N.H. – Dartmouth College is getting $35 million to open a center it hopes will help the nation take the next big steps in health care reform: improving quality while lowering costs.
The historic health care overhaul legislation President Barack Obama signed in March will give millions of Americans … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Dartmouth Center for Health Care Delivery Science gets $35 million, to focus on cost, quality.

Union, RI school district that fired all teachers reaches deal to return staffers to jobs

RI school district agrees to rehire fired teachers
CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. – A school district that gained the support of President Barack Obama for promoting accountability after it fired all its teachers from a struggling school announced on Sunday it had reached an agreement with the union to return …. Original source  : Union, RI school district that fired all teachers reaches deal to return staffers to jobs.

Ex-president Clinton urges WVU grads to embrace future with confidence, help others do same

Clinton to WVU grads: Face change with confidence
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Today’s college graduates must face change with confidence in a “highly unstable, unequal and unsustainable” world and help others do the same, former President Bill Clinton said Sunday at West Virginia University.
In previous generations, Clinton said, young people needed only to get an …. Read the original article  : here.

Union, RI school district that fired all teachers reach deal to return staffers to jobs

Central Falls, RI, agrees to rehire fired teachers

CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. – A Rhode Island school district that fired all its teachers has reached a deal with the union to return all the current staffers to their jobs.
The two sides said Sunday a so-called transformation plan for Central Falls High School for the coming school year [..] Read the original article: here.

States’ budget crisis hitting agencies and programs that serve the most vulnerable: Children

States’ budget woes hitting programs for kids hard

CHICAGO – Now the crisis is reaching the children.
In Arizona, a program that helped blind high school students care for themselves and find jobs is suspended. In South Carolina, all five state-run group homes for kids closed and a program that helped paroled youths get jobs is shuttered. … Read more : States’ budget crisis hitting agencies and programs that serve the most vulnerable: Children.

First lady Michelle Obama tells George Washington University graduates to give, engage

First lady tells George Washington U. grads: give

WASHINGTON – First lady Michelle Obama challenged George Washington University graduates at their commencement Sunday to “keep giving” through community service work and to “keep engaging” with the world.
Obama spoke to some 5,000 graduates and their families at the ceremony on the National Mall. She agreed to be …. Source article  : First lady Michelle Obama tells George Washington University graduates to give, engage.

First lady Michelle Obama to address George Washington University graduates on National Mall

First lady to address George Washington U. grads

WASHINGTON – First lady Michelle Obama will address some 5,000 students graduating from George Washington University and their families on the National Mall.
She agreed to speak at Sunday’s commencement after challenging students at the beginning of the school year to complete 100,000 hours of community service.
Earlier this month …. Source article  : First lady Michelle Obama to address George Washington University graduates on National Mall.

Delhi University teachers assaulted on campus

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) Sunday said its members were physically assaulted while trying to meet Vice Chancellor (VC) Deepak Pental in the south campus here.

“Teachers were physically assaulted by university security personnel and police on the campus,” DUTA President Aditya Narayan Misra told IANS.
“The VC is doing illegal things, …. Original source  : Delhi University teachers assaulted on campus.

Barred from exams, students seek relief from Sibal

NEW DELHI – A group of architecture students who have been barred from writing the exams after falling short in attendance Tuesday met Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal seeking relief from him.

Five of the affected students from the School of Planning and Architecture and one parent met the minister at his house here.
“We …. Source article  : Barred from exams, students seek relief from Sibal.

ICSE To Conduct Maths Re-test

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)-ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) Board shall be conducting a fresh exam for four candidates as the results are scheduled to come out on Wednesday. Reportedly, the ICSE board said that they were unable to trace the math papers of four candidates and hence decided to go forward with a fresh exam … Original source on Gaea Times at : ICSE To Conduct Maths Re-test.

Play a role in inclusive education, Sibal tells private sector

NEW DELHI – The private sector must play a major rule in inclusive education, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said while suggesting a slew of innovative measures to encourage the sector to provide education to the less privileged.

Government schools premises, he said, could be given to the private sector for conducting evening classes with …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Play a role in inclusive education, Sibal tells private sector.

SAT prep co. changes claims, raising question: can kids boost scores A, a lot, or B, not much?

SAT prep company stops claiming 255-point boost

NEW YORK – Why don’t most students’ SAT scores dramatically improve the more times they take the test?
A. They don’t study hard enough.
B. Their parents don’t enroll them in fancy test-prep classes.
C. Most kids who take the SAT twice simply do not see large improvements in their scores.
The correct …. Read the original article  : here.

Teachers fired from struggling RI high school approve agreement that restores their jobs

Fired RI teachers approve deal to get jobs back

CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. – Teachers fired from a struggling Rhode Island high school have approved an agreement that allows the entire staff to be rehired.
Dana Skorupa (skoh-ROO’-pah), a member of the Central Falls Teacher’s Union, says the agreement passed easily on Monday.
The agreement allows the roughly 90 … Original source on Gaea Times at : Teachers fired from struggling RI high school approve agreement that restores their jobs.

Army’s recall of 44,000 combat helmets the result of a Justice Department investigation

Army helmet recall follows investigation
WASHINGTON – A Justice Department investigation into whether an Ohio-based military contractor took shortcuts in its production of military combat helmets has led to a massive Army recall.

Army officials said Monday they were asking soldiers to check whether they were wearing one of the 44,000 helmets produced by ArmorSource LLC that … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Army’s recall of 44,000 combat helmets the result of a Justice Department investigation.

Army’s recall of 44,000 combat helmets the result of a Justice Department probe

Army helmet recall stems from legal probe
WASHINGTON – The Army says its recall of 44,000 combat helmets last week resulted from a Justice Department investigation into an Ohio-based military contractor called ArmorSource.

The Army told reporters Monday it decided to retest the helmets after learning about the legal probe. Army officials said the tests showed that …. Read the original article  : Army’s recall of 44,000 combat helmets the result of a Justice Department probe.

No economic growth without human resource development: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Calling skill development an important factor for sustaining economic growth, Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Monday said it cannot be sustained without developing human resources.

“If you advance economically without developing the human resource, you won’t be able to develop,” Sibal said while delivering 38th Shri Ram Memorial Lecture here.
Calling …. Original article  : No economic growth without human resource development: Sibal.

No talks till agitation ends: Delhi varsity VC

NEW DELHI – As Delhi University teachers continued their sit-in protest against implementation of the semester system, Vice Chancellor Deepak Pental Monday made it clear that talks cannot take place until the agitation ends.

Delhi University Teacher’s Association member Sanjay Kumar told IANS that the vice chancellor has sent a letter to the 19 agitating members …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : No talks till agitation ends: Delhi varsity VC.

Jamia gets grant for nanotechnology research

NEW DELHI – The Jamia Milia Islamia will carry out advanced research in nanotechnology, the only university in the country to do so, a university statement said Monday.

Given the growing applications of nanotechnology, the varsity has been given Rs.8 crore (Rs.80 million) government funding for carrying out two projects in the field.
The 91-year-old …. Source  : Jamia gets grant for nanotechnology research.

‘Medical education needs separate governing body’

NEW DELHI – Amid reports that medical education would be brought under the ambit of the proposed National Commission for Higher Education and Research (NCHER), the health ministry has objected to such a move, saying medical studies need a separate governing body.

“Medical education has a very wide field. It needs a separate governing body,” a … Read this article on Gaea Times at : ‘Medical education needs separate governing body’.

Want to learn Arabic, Turkish, Pashto or Kyrgyz? Choose from 14 offered at Jamia

NEW DELHI – Want to learn Arabic, Turkish, Uzbek, Pashto or Kyrgyz? Then a look at the list of 14 foreign language courses offered in the Jamia Milia University is worth looking at.

Offered by the faculty of humanities and languages, Centre for European and Latin American Studies (CELAS) and the MMAJ- Academy of Third … Read : Want to learn Arabic, Turkish, Pashto or Kyrgyz? Choose from 14 offered at Jamia.

B.Ed, M.Ed paper leaks blot on Agra’s image: academics

AGRA – First the B.Ed entrance test paper leak was traced to an employee of a publisher here and then the M.Ed question paper was also leaked. Dismayed academic and students say the incidents have tarnished the image of Agra as an emerging hub of technical and professional education.

The Agra University management is at a … Read : B.Ed, M.Ed paper leaks blot on Agra’s image: academics.

CBSE Class 12 results declared

NEW DELHI – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Wednesday declared the Class 12 results for Panchkula, Ajmer and Chennai regions.

The board will declare the results of other regions in the next few days.
… Read : CBSE Class 12 results declared.

ISC & ICSE Results 2010 to be announced Today

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Indian School Certificate (ISC) and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) examinations results will be declared today. ISC and ICSE examinations are conducted for Class XII and Class X respectively. Results for both the exams will be announced today, at 3 pm.
Students can check their results online. They can …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Students, spot a new asteroid and name it!

NEW DELHI – How about naming a new asteroid in the sky? In the next three months, many students across India will search for new asteroids and name them as part of a unique astronomy project connected to US space agency NASA.

The data collected by the students will contribute to NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Program. … Read more : Students, spot a new asteroid and name it!.

Girls basketball team drawn into immigration debate after district says no to Ariz. tournament

District tells varsity team it can’t play in Ariz.
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Morgan Bartelstein was clearly uncomfortable that her suburban Chicago high school basketball team got caught in middle of the immigration debate after district officials told the team they couldn’t go to Arizona for a tournament.
All the sophomore wanted to do was play …. Source  : Girls basketball team drawn into immigration debate after district says no to Ariz. tournament.

Former 1960s radical Bill Ayers and a student drop lawsuit against University of Wyoming

Ayers lawsuit against Wyo. college being dropped

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Former 1960s radical Bill Ayers and a student are dropping their lawsuit against the University of Wyoming.
Court papers asking that the lawsuit be dismissed with prejudice were filed Tuesday afternoon. The move will bring to a close a situation that caused some to question UW’s commitment …. Original article  : Former 1960s radical Bill Ayers and a student drop lawsuit against University of Wyoming.

Kagan papers emerge as top Democrat raises doubts about Supreme Court nominee’s abortion views

Kagan papers emerge amid questions on abortion
WASHINGTON – A senior House Democrat said Tuesday that senators should fully question Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan to make sure she supports abortion rights, in light of her previous backing for limiting late-term abortions.
In a letter to the …. Original article  : Kagan papers emerge as top Democrat raises doubts about Supreme Court nominee’s abortion views.

Princeton Review plans to shut down free after-school tutoring program at end of school year

Princeton Review terminates tutoring program

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. – Test prep and online learning company Princeton Review Inc. said Tuesday it will no longer offer its free after-school tutoring program after the current school year ends.
The company will close certain program offices and offer severance to 60 full-time employees nationwide, a spokesman said.
Princeton Review said it will …. Original source  : Princeton Review plans to shut down free after-school tutoring program at end of school year.

Even tweens want to be Gleeks, causing dilemma for parents: To ‘Glee’ or not to ‘Glee’?

Parents of tween Gleeks keep hands on pause button

NEW YORK – “OK,” went the e-mail that circulated among parents recently at a New York City elementary school. “Is ‘everyone’ in the fifth grade REALLY watching ‘Glee’?”
A discussion ensued: To Glee or not to Glee?
At issue wasn’t the quality of the hugely popular Fox series about … Read : Even tweens want to be Gleeks, causing dilemma for parents: To ‘Glee’ or not to ‘Glee’?.

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Nampa charter school over religious texts

Judge tosses charter school case against state

BOISE, Idaho – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the state of Idaho by a charter school that planned to use the Bible as an instructional text.
The Idaho Press Tribune reports that U.S. District Judge Edward Lodge dismissed the case Monday filed by the Nampa Classical …. Read the original article  : Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Nampa charter school over religious texts.

California pension fund, facing large losses, tells struggling state it needs an extra $600M

Calif pension fund asks state for additional $600M

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Facing massive investment losses, a key committee of California’s giant pension fund voted Tuesday to make the state increase its contributions to employee retirement benefits by $600 million in the coming fiscal year.
The demand comes as California grapples with a $19 billion budget deficit and …. Source article  : California pension fund, facing large losses, tells struggling state it needs an extra $600M.

Alabama teacher investigated for using example of presidential assassination in geometry class

Secret Service probes Ala. teacher geometry lesson

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Secret Service questioned an Alabama teacher after school officials said he used an hypothetical example of shooting at the president to teach geometric angles.
The teacher at Corner High School in Birmingham was not identified Tuesday by the Jefferson County school district.
Senior Joseph Brown told the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Alabama teacher investigated for using example of presidential assassination in geometry class.

Miami U sorority in Ohio drops appeal, suspended for 2 years for trashing event hall

Miami-Ohio sorority drops appeal
OXFORD, Ohio – Miami University says a sorority chapter has dropped its appeal of a two-year suspension for bad behavior at a formal held at the Underground Railroad museum in Cincinnati.

The school said Tuesday that Alpha Xi (zy) Delta is suspended until Aug. 20, 2012. Membership will be subject to review before … Original source on Gaea Times at : Miami U sorority in Ohio drops appeal, suspended for 2 years for trashing event hall.

A Pakistani education success story looks for Indian partners

NEW DELHI – In Pakistan, a success story in education has been quietly running for the last decade – and is now looking for Indian partners in e-learning and book publishing.

With a literacy rate of 54 percent and a deteriorating public school system, a group of friends in Pakistan started the Citizens Foundation, a voluntary … Read more »»».

University of Nevada, Reno, receives grant to establish National Geothermal Institute

UNR gets grant for geothermal institute
RENO, Nev. – The University of Nevada, Reno, has been awarded a $1.2 million federal grant to develop and operate the National Geothermal Institute.

The institute will be a consortium of geothermal schools, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cornell, Stanford, the Oregon Institute of Technology and the University of Utah, … Original article on : University of Nevada, Reno, receives grant to establish National Geothermal Institute.

Ensure proper working of mid-day meal scheme, states told

NEW DELHI – The central government Tuesday asked state governments to focus on proper implementation of the mid-day meal scheme, an official release said.

In a meeting of the programme approval board, representatives from 27 states were briefed on the corrective measures and actions needed for improving the mid-day meal scheme, a statement from the …. Original source  : Ensure proper working of mid-day meal scheme, states told.

UAE medicos to get training from US health experts

Dubai, May 18 (IANS/WAM) Medical professionals in UAE will get some tips on sophisticated treatment methods available for female patients from a group of US experts during a workshop in Dubai next month.

The two-week “Continuing Medical Education (CME)” programme and training symposium scheduled June 6-17 is a joint initiative by the Advanced Health Education Centre … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : UAE medicos to get training from US health experts.

Carey Mulligan gets Cannes education with premiere of ‘Wall Street’ sequel

Mulligan gets Cannes education with ‘Wall Street’

CANNES, France – The education of Carey Mulligan continues with a trip to the Cannes Film Festival.
Coming off a breakthrough year with her Academy Award nomination for the British drama “An Education,” Mulligan co-stars as the estranged daughter of a 1980s icon – Michael Douglas’ corporate raider Gordon Gekko … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Carey Mulligan gets Cannes education with premiere of ‘Wall Street’ sequel.

Notre Dame’s football independence possibly in jeopardy with Big Ten considering expansion

Will Notre Dame keep its independence?
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Spurned nearly a century ago by teams in what is now the Big Ten, Notre Dame athletic director and coach Jesse Harper didn’t stand pat. He put together a schedule that included games at Army, Penn State and Texas.

When Notre Dame beat Army 35-13 in 1913, …. Read the original article  : Notre Dame’s football independence possibly in jeopardy with Big Ten considering expansion.

Meeting Sibal not fruitful, say architecture students

NEW DELHI – A group of architecture students, who met Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Tuesday after being barred from writing exams for falling short in attendance, said their 20-minute interaction was not fruitful.

“It was a brief meeting. It really did not help much. We were expecting more out of the meeting,” Virkein Dhar, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Meeting Sibal not fruitful, say architecture students.

VP Biden speaks at daughter’s graduation from University of Pennsylvania’s social work school

VP Biden speaks at daughter’s Penn commencement

PHILADELPHIA – Vice President Joe Biden is urging graduating University of Pennsylvania students to remain optimistic in the face of two wars, high unemployment and budget cuts.
Biden was in Philadelphia on Monday night to see his 28-year-old daughter, Ashley, receive a master’s degree in social work.
A pool report released …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : VP Biden speaks at daughter’s graduation from University of Pennsylvania’s social work school.

SAT Scores Boost To Be Removed

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- A well known educational service provider company of United States which claimed in its advertisement that by taking its services the students can expect a rise of around 255 points in their original SAT scores was instructed by the National Advertising Division of the Council of Better Business Bureau to remove … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : SAT Scores Boost To Be Removed.

CBSE Class 12 exam results to be declared Friday

NEW DELHI – The results of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 examination will be declared Friday, an official said here Thursday. A total of 699,129 students appeared for the exams this year.

The results will be declared for Delhi, Guwahati, Allahabad and Chandigarh zones of CBSE. The results in the Panchkula, Ajmer … Read more : CBSE Class 12 exam results to be declared Friday.

Nervous about results? Call the CBSE helpline

NEW DELHI – It’s that time of the year again when students and parents can be seen nervously waiting for results of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) results. But help is at hand with the board’s helpline working to soothe anxieties and boost students’ confidence.

The CBSE helpline, which resumes Friday when results of … Read more : Nervous about results? Call the CBSE helpline.

College caf?? brews entrepreneurs in Punjab

JALANDHAR – Going by the cuisine, service and decor at Just Food – a cafe at a private university campus here – you can’t really tell it’s an entrepreneurial project managed by college students.

The cafe is located on the campus of Lovely Professional University (LPU) here. Assisted by students of the varsity’s hotel management course, … Read more >>.

Mumbai professor for G8 University Summit

VANCOUVER – Dr Narayana Jayarama, of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai, will represent India and be one the keynote speakers at the G8 University Summit here next month. At the University Summit, presidents of 50 universities from 14 countries will prepare advice on development issues for world leaders meeting at G8 …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Mumbai professor for G8 University Summit.

With e-learning portal, Delhi University gets tech savvy

NEW DELHI – Keeping pace with GenY, Delhi University (DU) in its new tech-savvy avatar will launch a portal Friday where e-learning material in 12 courses will be uploaded, supplementing classroom learning and making the process more fun.

Thanks to the portal by DU’s Institute of Lifelong Learning (ILLL), with just the click of a mouse, … Read more »».

Old bombs found in Punjab school

GURDASPUR – Nearly 25 old bombs have been found inside the premises of a school in the border district town of Gurdaspur in Punjab, an official said Thursday.

The school, Little Flower Convent, was closed for the day as the police cordoned off the area.
“The bombs that have been found look very old. Even their … Read more : Old bombs found in Punjab school.

Mass. Cardinal responds to controversy over child of lesbians, says schools welcome all

Mass. Cardinal: Catholic schools welcome all

BOSTON – Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley on Wednesday defended a priest who denied admission to a parish school to a gay couple’s child, calling it a pastoral decision and saying the priest had his “full confidence and support.”
O’Malley’s comments on his blog were his first public remarks about the decision … Original article on : Mass. Cardinal responds to controversy over child of lesbians, says schools welcome all.

Witnesses show up in record numbers to slam Texas board over social studies curriculum plan

Texas board swamped with flak over curriculum plan

AUSTIN, Texas – Conservatives on the Texas State Board of Education were defiant Wednesday as a parade of critics came before them, most urging a fresh rewrite of new classroom social studies guidelines and a delay of a scheduled vote to adopt them.
Critics, including the president of the …. Source article  : Witnesses show up in record numbers to slam Texas board over social studies curriculum plan.

Jerry O’Connell puts law school on hold to play a lawyer on TV in CBS show ‘The Defenders’

O’Connell has law school on hold to play TV lawyer

NEW YORK – Jerry O’Connell hopes to get school credit for his new acting gig.
He’ll play a lawyer on the new CBS television show “The Defenders” this fall alongside Jim Belushi. In real life, he recently finished his first year at Southwestern Law School in Los … Read more >>>.

Ky. GOP Senate nominee Rand Paul takes more moderate tone as Dems say he’s outside mainstream

Fresh from win, Rand Paul takes more moderate tone

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Fresh from a tea party-driven win in Kentucky’s GOP Senate primary, Rand Paul took a more moderate tone on Wednesday even as Democrats began attacking him as outside the mainstream.
Take Medicare, for example. A year ago, Paul was calling it “socialized medicine” and …. Read the original article  : here.

In speeches and writings submitted to Congress, portrait of Kagan emerges

Speeches and writings show fuller picture of Kagan

WASHINGTON – Not so long ago, Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan opined the law sometimes allows things that are “just plain dumb.”
She once compared herself to Oprah Winfrey giving away swag on TV. And she routinely told students at one of the nation’s most competitive law schools they … Read more : In speeches and writings submitted to Congress, portrait of Kagan emerges.

House GOP succeeds again in blocking bill funding science & technology

House GOP stops major science, technology bill

WASHINGTON – It was strike two for a major science funding bill Wednesday as House Republicans again united to derail legislation they said was too expensive.
Going down to defeat was legislation that would have committed more than $40 billion over three years to boost funding for the National Science … Read more >>.

US, Mexican first ladies join students for gym, lunch at award-winning Md. elementary school

US, Mexican first ladies play games at Md. school
SILVER SPRING, Md. – First lady Michelle Obama and her Mexican counterpart Margarita Zavala hopped, skipped and played a parachute game with elementary school students in Maryland.
The first ladies later sat down with students in a free lunch program at Silver Spring’s New …. Original article  : US, Mexican first ladies join students for gym, lunch at award-winning Md. elementary school.

Madhya Pradesh to hire retired teachers for rural schools

BHOPAL – Faced with a shortage of teachers in rural areas, the Madhya Pradesh government has decided to avail of the services of retired teachers, officials said Wednesday.

A state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan decided the subject-wise appointment of retired teachers for teaching work in rural schools from …. Original article  : Madhya Pradesh to hire retired teachers for rural schools.

China’s latest school knife attack wounds 9 vocational students

New China knife attack wounds 9 students
BEIJING – Men with knives burst into a Chinese college dormitory and slashed nine students in the latest violence in a country shaken by a recent string of rampages at schools.

Wednesday’s pre-dawn attack did not fit the pattern of earlier ones. Instead of a lone man targeting young children, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : China’s latest school knife attack wounds 9 vocational students.

Court refuses to stay IIT-JEE 2010 result

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court Wednesday declined to stay the declaration of this year’s results for the Indian Institute Of Technology (IIT) exams but asked the institutes to explain as to why so many mistakes crept in during the all-India test.

A division bench of acting Chief Justice Madan B. Lokur and Justice Mukta …. Read the original article  : Court refuses to stay IIT-JEE 2010 result.

Sibal calls on public sector to join literacy mission

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Wednesday called upon public sector units (PSUs) to support the government in promoting education for all.

“Right to education cannot be achieved till we partner with each and every sector,” Sibal said, addressing a meet of PSUs and banks for participation in adult literacy programme ‘Sakshar Bharat’. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sibal calls on public sector to join literacy mission.

Helpline rings non-stop as CBSE announces results date

NEW DELHI – With the Class 12 results of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) all set to be announced Friday, the Delhi government’s counselling helpline has seen a sharp rise in the number of calls from distressed students.

According to Manju Kumar, consultant at the Yuva counselling helpline, the number of calls over …. Read the original article  : Helpline rings non-stop as CBSE announces results date.

Girls outshine boys in ICSE, ISC exams

NEW DELHI – Girls outshone boys in the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and Indian School Certificate (ISC) exams for Classes 10 and 12 respectively, results for which were declared Wednesday.

The pass percentage of girls in Class 10 was 98.77 percent against 97.95 for boys, an official release from the Council for the …. Source article  : Girls outshine boys in ICSE, ISC exams.

UC Berkeley plan to test freshmen DNA comes under fire, school says hope is to spur dialogue

UC Berkeley plan to test freshmen DNA criticized

BERKELEY, Calif. – A plan by the University of California, Berkeley to voluntarily test the DNA of incoming freshman has come under fire from critics who said the school was pushing an unproven technology on impressionable students.
The university has said it will send test kits to 5,500 new …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Girls outshine boys in Class 12 CBSE exam (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – Girls outperformed boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 exams this year. However, the overall pass percentage saw a 1.13 percent dip.

The pass percentage for girls was 85.28, compared to 75.90 for boys.
According to CBSE spokesperson Rama Sharma, the overall pass percentage was 79.87 compared to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Books at home boost kids’ educational levels

WASHINGTON – Parents who keep books at home encourage their children to acquire higher levels of education, says a 20-year study.

For years, educators have thought the strongest predictor of attaining high levels of education was having parents who were highly educated.
But, strikingly, this massive study showed that the difference between being raised in …. Source  : Books at home boost kids’ educational levels.

Navodaya Vidyalayas surpass others in CBSE Class 12 exams

NEW DELHI – The autonomous Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNV) have outdone other schools across India with a pass percentage of 95.31 in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 exams.

Last year, the pass percentage of JNVs was 94.09.
JNVs are autonomous schools under the human resource development ministry.
The performance of …. Read the original article  : Navodaya Vidyalayas surpass others in CBSE Class 12 exams.

Fewer cheating cases in Class 12 CBSE exams this year

NEW DELHI – The number of cheating cases in the Central Board of Secondary Education Examination (CBSE) Class 12 exam saw a drop this year compared to last year.

The board results were declared Friday in Delhi, Guwahati and Allahabad.
The number of cheating cases this year in the six regions – Ajmer, Panchkula, Delhi, Guwahati, …. Original article  : Fewer cheating cases in Class 12 CBSE exams this year.

Drop in pass percentage in CBSE Class 12 exams

NEW DELHI – The overall pass percentage of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 board exams saw a drop of 1.13 percent. The board results were declared Friday in Delhi, Guwahati and Allahabad.

The overall pass percentage was 79.87 percent compared to 81 percent last year, a CBSE spokesperson said.
The pass percentage … Read more : Drop in pass percentage in CBSE Class 12 exams.

Texas adds Obama to social studies guidelines otherwise dominated by conservatives’ changes

Conservatives make changes to Texas curriculum
AUSTIN, Texas – Public school students in Texas would be required to evaluate efforts by global organizations to undermine U.S. sovereignty in one of a series of changes that conservatives on the State Board of Education made Thursday to new social studies guidelines.
With little discussion from … Read more >>.

CBSE Class 12 results announced

NEW DELHI – Ending the anxious wait, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Friday announced the Class 12 exam results of Delhi, Guwahati and Allahabad zones.

The results for Ajmer, Chennai and Panchkula regions were declared Wednesday.
According to a CBSE spokesperson, the results of the remaining zones were uploaded on the CBSE website … Original source on Gaea Times at : CBSE Class 12 results announced.

Texas school board adds Obama to high school history class, defeats attempt to add ‘Hussein’

Texas board adds Obama to high school history
AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas State Board of Education has added President Barack Obama’s name to a high school history class, rather than just referring to the election of the first black president.
The change Thursday came only after a tense debate about whether to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Texas school board adds Obama to high school history class, defeats attempt to add ‘Hussein’.

Can short-staffed Delhi University tackle semester system?

NEW DELHI – Delhi University (DU) may be planning to switch to the semester system – usually involving a higher teacher-student ratio – but it is already reeling under a staff crunch, with around 51 percent of teaching posts lying vacant.

DU has 1,500 sanctioned posts of teachers. A human resource development ministry report says 763 …. Original article  : Can short-staffed Delhi University tackle semester system?.

State board finalizing social studies guidelines for Texas schools; heated debate expected

Heated debate expected over Texas curriculum plans

AUSTIN, Texas – Discussions remained mild Thursday as the State Board of Education made final edits to new social studies guidelines for Texas schools. But debate over several controversial plans – including a proposal to tone down criticism of McCarthyism – was expected to heat up as the meeting …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

University of Illinois trustees approve tuition increase, $620,000 salary for new president

UI trustees OK tuition hike, $620,000 Hogan salary

CHICAGO – University of Illinois trustees voted Thursday to raise tuition for new students by 9.5 percent and approved a contract that pays the school’s incoming president approximately $620,000 a year – about $170,000 more than the man he’ll replace.
The decision to increase tuition as trustees were also … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : University of Illinois trustees approve tuition increase, $620,000 salary for new president.

NCAA looks at options, mindful of hurt feelings in what will be bigger, 68-team March Madness

NCAA mulling options for bigger March Madness

As commissioner of the Northeast Conference, Noreen Morris has a vested interest in the men’s basketball tournament’s new format. Twice in the last five seasons, a school from her league was sent to the so-called play-in game, and with the field expanding to 68 teams, three more games will … Original article on : NCAA looks at options, mindful of hurt feelings in what will be bigger, 68-team March Madness.

For-profit colleges fight rule that would cut financial aid based on students’ earnings

Rules would cut federal aid to for-profit colleges

The federal government is expected to get tougher soon on the nation’s booming for-profit colleges by proposing that aid be cut to programs if most of their students don’t earn enough to repay their loans.
Consumer advocates say students and the taxpayers underwriting their educations must be protected from …. Read the original article  : here.

Lawmakers urge more attention be paid to concussions among high school athletes

Congress urges more attention to H.S. concussions

WASHINGTON – Young people who suffer concussions are at greater risk of long-term physical and mental consequences, lawmakers were told Thursday at a hearing on head injuries to high school athletes.
Michelle Pelton, a former high school basketball and softball player from Swansea, Mass., related to the House Education and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lawmakers urge more attention be paid to concussions among high school athletes.

Supreme Court nominee Kagan known for being both open and abrasive as dean of Harvard Law

Kagan known for openness, assertiveness at Harvard
BOSTON – Elena Kagan, President Barack Obama’s pick for the Supreme Court, gets high marks as a peacemaker for the fractious faculty of Harvard Law School while she was dean. But even her supporters here say she also has a temper.
Professor Charles Fried, while calling … Read more : Supreme Court nominee Kagan known for being both open and abrasive as dean of Harvard Law.

Education now mere commercial activity, observes apex court

NEW DELHI – “Education has become commerce,” a concerned Supreme Court observed Thursday and added that many of the mushrooming teaching shops in the country do not even have the basic infrastructure.

The court said that education which was never an instrument of money minting has been reduced to a commercial activity.
The vacation bench [..] Read the original article: here.

Lesbian student who sued over prom date transfers to new high school in Mississippi

Lesbian who sued over prom date transfers schools

JACKSON, Miss. – The lesbian who sued her rural school district over its ban of same-sex prom dates has transferred to a school in Mississippi’s capital.
Constance McMillen told The Associated Press on Thursday that she now attends a high school in Jackson, about 180 miles from Itawamba Agricultural …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Lesbian student who sued over prom date transfers to new high school in Mississippi.

Delhi University teachers assure court on college results

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) Thursday informed the Delhi High Court that internal assessment results in 17 colleges will be declared Friday after its members’ meeting with Vice Chancellor Deepak Pental.

DUTA’s counsel informed Justice Sunil Gaur that after the meeting with Pental, the results will be declared Friday evening.
The court …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi University teachers assure court on college results.

56 percent pay hike for IIM-C students

KOLKATA – Students of the post-graduate programme for executives at the Indian Institute of Management-Calcutta (IIM-C) have got a 56 percent hike in their average salary package, a statement said Thursday.

“(There has been a) 56 percent increase in CTC (Cost to Company) on average package. From Rs.8 lakh average CTC last year, the final placement …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Animation Courses In CBSE Schools

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- CBSE (Central Board Of Secondary Education) Board shall soon witness the introduction of animation courses in all schools under it’s belt. The decision was taken by the education ministry of the country. It was also said that the entire curriculum for the animation courses shall kick off as soon as the model …. Original source  : Animation Courses In CBSE Schools.

California, other states observe first Harvey Milk Day to honor gay rights icon

California, other states honor Harvey Milk

SAN FRANCISCO – Events were taking place in California and across the country Saturday in observance of Harvey Milk, marking the first day of “special significance” in the West Coast state to honor the slain gay rights leader.
Along with concerts, political fundraisers and rallies in California, commemorative Harvey Milk Day … Read : California, other states observe first Harvey Milk Day to honor gay rights icon.

13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles performs in Iraq, gets standing ovation

13-year-old US pianist plays with Iraq orchestra

BAGHDAD – A 13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles brought an Iraqi audience to their feet Saturday when he made a rare guest appearance with the Iraqi National Symphony Orchestra in Baghdad, a city struggling to revive its once-vibrant cultural scene.
Llewellyn Kingman Sanchez Werner, who studies piano and composition …. Original source  : 13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles performs in Iraq, gets standing ovation.

13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles performing with Iraqi orchestra

13-year-old US pianist playing with Iraq orchestra

BAGHDAD – A 13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles made a rare guest appearance with the Iraqi National Symphony Orchestra in Baghdad on Saturday as the city struggles to revive its once-vibrant cultural scene.
Llewellyn Kingman Sanchez Werner, who studies piano and composition at New York’s renowned Juilliard School, arrived …. Source  : 13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles performing with Iraqi orchestra.

Male Florida student who wanted to attend prom in dress suspended over parking

Male Fla. student who ran for prom queen suspended

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. – A male South Florida high school student who ran for prom queen in drag has been suspended from the dance because of a parking violation.
Flanagan High School’s principal had two meetings with senior Oscar Bonilla because administrators were concerned about his safety if … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Male Florida student who wanted to attend prom in dress suspended over parking.

In speech to graduating cadets, Obama outlining his approach to safeguarding country he leads

Graduating cadets hear from Obama on protecting US
WEST POINT, N.Y. – President Barack Obama has arrived at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point to address the graduating class of 2010.
The commander in chief is expected to talk about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as his vision for keeping the …. Original source  : In speech to graduating cadets, Obama outlining his approach to safeguarding country he leads.

Board adopts social studies curriculum for Texas classrooms after months of heated debate

Social studies changes to hit Texas classrooms

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas schoolchildren will now be required to learn that the words “separation of church and state” aren’t in the Constitution.
The State Board of Education approved several new social studies curriculum standards late Friday. The votes ended months of ideological haggling that drew attention beyond Texas.
Other changes …. Source  : Board adopts social studies curriculum for Texas classrooms after months of heated debate.

Chandigarh to spend Rs.48 crore on schools

CHANDIGARH – The Chandigarh administration will spend nearly Rs.48 crore this fiscal to upgrade facilities and infrastructure in existing schools and construct new schools in this union territory, an official said here Saturday.

According to an official in the education department, over Rs.10.5 crore will be spent on schools under the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and more …. Source article  : Chandigarh to spend Rs.48 crore on schools.

CET Karnataka Results

BENGALURU, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- CET exam results in Karnataka will be released on May 22 at 1pm. The entrance exam was conducted in April 28-30 and determines admission to the Engineering, Medical, Dental and Architect undergraduate courses across colleges in Karnataka. The eligibility for appearing in the CET is Physics, Chemistry , Biology and Maths …. Original article  : CET Karnataka Results.

Obama to address graduating cadets on 2nd visit to the US Military Academy at West Point

Obama to address graduating cadets at West Point
NEWBURGH, N.Y. – President Barack Obama says national defense isn’t the sole responsibility of the U.S. military and that it’s time for the rest of the country to pitch in.
The commander in chief says that while those in uniform are the cornerstone of America’s …. Read the original article  : here.

State Board of Education adopts new social studies, history guidelines for Texas classrooms

Texas board adopts new social studies curriculum

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas schoolchildren will be required to learn that the words “separation of church and state” aren’t in the Constitution and evaluate whether the United Nations undermines U.S. sovereignty under new social studies curriculum.
In final votes late Friday, conservatives on the State Board of Education strengthened requirements … Original article on : State Board of Education adopts new social studies, history guidelines for Texas classrooms.

Texas Board of Education adopts new social studies, history guidelines for primary schools

Texas board adopts new primary school curriculum

AUSTIN, Texas – The State Board of Education has adopted new social studies and history guidelines for Texas primary school classrooms.
The board voted Friday 9-5 on the kindergarten-through-eighth grade standards. The board had already voted to approve the changes to the high school curriculum.
The standards have been given a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Texas Board of Education adopts new social studies, history guidelines for primary schools.

State Board of Education adopts new social studies, history guidelines for Texas high schools

Texas board adopts new high school curriculum

AUSTIN, Texas – The State Board of Education has adopted new social studies and history guidelines for Texas high school classrooms.
The board voted Friday 9-5 on the high school standards. Final edits were being made on the elementary school curriculum.
The standards have been given a more conservative bent by … Read more »».

California, other states prepare to observe first Harvey Milk Day to honor gay rights icon

California, other states prepare to honor Milk

SAN FRANCISCO – Presidential Medal of Freedom? Got that. A place in the California Hall of Fame and Sean Penn playing you on-screen? Those, too.
Now, Harvey Milk has a holiday of sorts to call his own. California will observe its first day of “special significance” Saturday honoring the slain …. Source  : California, other states prepare to observe first Harvey Milk Day to honor gay rights icon.

More than 20 sent to hospital after NYC school bus driver hits brakes to avoid car

Hard braking on NYC school bus injures over 20

NEW YORK – Authorities say more than 20 people were taken to a hospital after a school bus driver hit the brakes to avoid a car in Manhattan.
The Fire Department says none of the injuries from Friday’s accident were considered life-threatening.
Police say that a car apparently cut … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : More than 20 sent to hospital after NYC school bus driver hits brakes to avoid car.

BCS head tells senators higher ed officials better than government at running college football

BCS head responds to senators on money question

INDIANAPOLIS – BCS executive director Bill Hancock wants higher education officials to make the decisions about college football without interference from the U.S. government.
In a letter posted Friday on the NCAA website, Hancock responded to questions posed by Sen. Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) in …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

CBSE results: Dikshit praises government schools’ efforts

NEW DELHI – Delhi Chief Minister Shiela Dikshit and Education Minister Arvinder Singh Lovely Friday commended the marked improvement and overall performance of the government schools in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams, terming it a joint effort of the board, hard working teachers and sincere students.

“The Class 12 board results have been …. Original article  : CBSE results: Dikshit praises government schools’ efforts.

Michigan public schools expected to escape cuts in 2010-11 as tax revenue increases

Mich. schools not expected to see cuts in 2010-11

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan school districts are safe from further cuts this school year and likely will escape budget cuts next year as well, state economists said Friday.
The directors of the House and Senate fiscal agencies and state Treasurer Robert Kleine agreed Friday after a revenue estimating …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Michigan public schools expected to escape cuts in 2010-11 as tax revenue increases.

Positive mind is key to success, says CBSE Class 12 topper

KANPUR – A positive mind and clear understanding of subjects were the key to performance for Akash Singh, a student from Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur district who scored 97.8 percent marks in Class 12 board exams.

“Just focus on the concepts and don’t get nervous. You would surely pass your board exams with flying colours,” Singh told …. Read the original article  : Positive mind is key to success, says CBSE Class 12 topper.

Ghaziabad girl tops CBSE Class 12 exams in NCR

GHAZIABAD – Radhika Gambhir from Ghaziabad topped the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 exams in the National Capital Region (NCR), securing 97.4 percent marks in the science stream.

The results were announced Friday.
Gambhir, daughter of timber merchant Pawan Gambhir and Poonam Gambhir, secured 100 marks in biology, 100 in physical education, 97 …. Read the original article  : here.

Grading System In 10th Exam For AP

HYDERABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The SSC (Secondary School Certificate) board has introduced a grading system for the 10th class examination this year. The 9-point grading system will evaluate both subject marks and total marks in a relative manner. According to the authorities this will provide a better assessment of the students marks as well as …. Original source  : Grading System In 10th Exam For AP.

PM defends 2G airwaves auction process

NEW DELHI – Giving a clean chit to his Communications Minister A. Raja pending conclusion of investigations, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday said the process followed on auction of airwaves to telecom companies was above board.

“What he (Raja) did was implement a policy that was already in place,” the prime minister told a press conference … Read more : PM defends 2G airwaves auction process.

Slain Va. lacrosse player awarded posthumous degree; moment of silence held at graduation

Slain Va. lacrosse player gets posthumous degree

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – A moment of silence was held at the University of Virginia’s commencement ceremonies and a slain women’s lacrosse player was given a posthumous degree.
Yeardley Love was awarded a bachelor’s degree in politics and government Sunday in a diploma ceremony held by the Department of Politics. Love’s …. Read the original article  : Slain Va. lacrosse player awarded posthumous degree; moment of silence held at graduation.

Financial crisis threatens Europe’s cherished system of social welfare benefits

Fiscal crises threaten Europe’s generous benefits

LONDON – Six weeks of vacation a year. Retirement at 60. Thousands of euros for having a baby. A good university education for less than the cost of a laptop.
The system known as the European welfare state was built after World War II as the keystone of a shared prosperity …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Cash-strapped districts cutting summer school despite well-researched academic benefits

Cash-strapped districts cutting summer school
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Amber Bramble had to scramble to arrange summer plans for her 5- and 7-year-old daughters after their suburban Kansas City school district gutted its summer school program this spring.
Her daughters were among about 2,500 of the Raymore-Peculiar district’s 6,000 students who enrolled for … Read more >>.

Punjab to tap young talent for better professionals

CHANDIGARH – Under a programme to detect talent at an early stage, the Punjab government proposes to identify extraordinary students in schools and colleges and nurture them to become better professionals, Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal said Sunday.

The state government is set to launch a unique programme to identify brilliant students and provide them …. Original article  : Punjab to tap young talent for better professionals.

Texas board to make finishing touches on social studies guidelines, set to vote Friday

Texas board to finish social studies guidelines

AUSTIN, Texas – A push by conservatives to put their ideological stamp on how a host of political events and figures will be taught to school children in Texas and beyond for the next decade was reaching its final showdown Friday.
The State Board of Education was set to vote … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Texas board to make finishing touches on social studies guidelines, set to vote Friday.

‘No fear of losing IIT teachers to foreign varsities’

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Friday dispelled fears that allowing foreign universities in the country will result in attrition of teachers from premier institutes like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

“The attrition rate in IITs is zero,” Sibal said at a seminar here. The fears were raised after a legislation was …. Original source  : ‘No fear of losing IIT teachers to foreign varsities’.

Marks are not everything, counsels psychiatrist

NEW DELHI – As students try to cope with exam pressure, experts say parents must make their children realise that marks are not everything in life.

“Parents must make children realise that one bad result is not the end of life,” says Samir Parikh, consultant psychiatrist at Delhi’s Max Hospital.
“Parents have the most important … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Marks are not everything, counsels psychiatrist.

CBSE helpline flooded with calls

NEW DELHI – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) helpline was flooded with calls Friday as the board declared the results for its class 12 exams.

“The lines were flooded with calls,” a CBSE official told IANS.
“As the results were declared today (Friday), the line was obvious to be flooded. Many calls were …. Read the original article  : here.

Gender equity lawsuit filed by Quinnipiac University volleyball team is granted class status

Class status granted in Conn. volleyball lawsuit

HARTFORD, Conn. – A federal judge has granted class action status to a lawsuit filed by members of Quinnipiac University’s volleyball team alleging gender discrimination in the school’s athletic programs.
Judge Stefan Underhill’s ruling means if he finds Title IX violations, he could order remedies for all current and future … Read more >>.

Navy plebes climb monument in what could be a tradition on its last legs

Navy plebe monument climb could be on last legs

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – As they have for 70 years, students at the U.S. Naval Academy celebrated the end of their grueling first year by scaling a 21-foot obelisk on Monday. But this time, without a lard coating on the monument, students completed the task in minutes.
For years, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Navy plebes climb monument in what could be a tradition on its last legs.

9 workers in Iowa accused of accessing Obama’s student loan records face arraignment

9 accused in Obama loan case face arraignment

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Nine people accused of accessing President Barack Obama’s student loan records while employed by a Department of Education contractor in Iowa are to be arraigned on federal charges.
The former employees of Vangent Inc. are accused of accessing Obama’s records at the contractor’s office in Coralville …. Source article  : 9 workers in Iowa accused of accessing Obama’s student loan records face arraignment.

Dubai launches Children’s Council of the City

Dubai, May 24 (IANS/WAM) Authorities here have formed a council that will look into the welfare of children like safe passages, playgrounds, provisions for physical and knowledge development and care for special needs children.

The Children’s Council of the City was launched Sunday by the Dubai Municipality in cooperation with Knowledge and Human Development Authority …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Dubai launches Children’s Council of the City.

Supreme Court to review Arizona tax breaks for private school aid donations

High court to hear Arizona school case
WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court says it will consider ending a lawsuit that challenges Arizona’s tax breaks for donations for private school scholarships.

The court on Monday said it will hear an appeal filed by the state and supporters of the 13-year-old program that provides dollar-for-dollar income tax breaks for … Original source on Gaea Times at : Supreme Court to review Arizona tax breaks for private school aid donations.

PM backs health ministry on keeping medical education

NEW DELHI – The health ministry has the backing of the prime minister on a row with the human resource development ministry (HRD) over control of medical education in the country following the dissolution of the Medical Council of India (MCI), sources say.

“The PMO (Prime Minister’s Office) has indicated that medical education may not come …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

CBSE Class 10 results to be declared Friday

NEW DELHI – The Central Board for Secondary Education will declare the results for class 10 board exams Friday, an official said Monday.

CBSE spokesperson Rama Sharma said the results will be available on CBSE websites. An email alert can also be created for the results through the board’s website.
“The results will also …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : CBSE Class 10 results to be declared Friday.

In Washington state, a forest preschool holds class no matter what the weather brings

Preschools in forests take root in the US
VASHON ISLAND, Wash. – When they’re outside, the children in Erin Kenny’s class don’t head for cover if it rains or snows. They stay right where they are – in a private five-acre forest. It’s their classroom.

They spend three hours a day, four days a week here, a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : In Washington state, a forest preschool holds class no matter what the weather brings.

Small-town girl’s guitar guided ‘American Idol’ finalist Crystal Bowersox in tough times

‘Idol’ finalist can’t wait to reveal her own songs

ELLISTON, Ohio – Long before adopting the dreadlocks, “American Idol” finalist Crystal Bowersox discovered what she needed to make sense of the world.
She calls it her comfort blanket – her guitar – and has been dragging it around ever since finding her mom’s six-string while snooping for …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Small-town girl’s guitar guided ‘American Idol’ finalist Crystal Bowersox in tough times.

Another one-and-done: college athletes struggle after losing scholarships for performance

Revoked scholarships surprise college athletes

COLUMBIA, Mo. – After scoring just 22 points all season in mop-up duty, Missouri freshman forward Tyler Stone has no illusions of bolting college for the NBA after a single year.
Instead, the 6-foot-7 Memphis native is a different sort of one-and-done: a college athlete leaving a school sooner than his family [..] Read the original article: here.

Hat trick for Bihar’s Super 30, all students crack IIT

PATNA – All 30 students of Super 30, a free coaching centre in Bihar, have cracked the highly competitive Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) for the third consecutive year, the institute announced Wednesday.

“We are really upbeat and celebrating the 100 percent success for the third consecutive year as all 30 students have cracked … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Hat trick for Bihar’s Super 30, all students crack IIT.

Assad’s free market policies transform Damascus, but no political reform in sight in Syria

Reforms transform Syrian economy, but not politics

DAMASCUS,Syria – After delivering a lecture on the increasing role of private banks in Syria, economist Mohammed Ayman al-Maydani got an uncomfortable request from members of the audience to elaborate on a brief reference he made to corruption in the country’s private and public sectors.
“If I answer this question …. Read the original article  : Assad’s free market policies transform Damascus, but no political reform in sight in Syria.

IIT JEE Witness Rahmani 30 Shine

PATNA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)-IIT JEE ( Indian Institute Of Technology Joint Entrance Exam) exam results which have been announced just a few hours back witnessed Muslim IIT aspirants of Rahmani 30 coaching center shine. Reportedly, the Rahmani 30 coaching center has been coaching Muslim IIT aspirants over years and holds an excellent track in terms of …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : IIT JEE Witness Rahmani 30 Shine.

IIT Kanpur Raises Security Standards

KANPUR, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)-IIT (Indian Institute Of Technology) Kanpur is looking forward to raise the security standards in their campus. Reportedly, IIT Kanpur has received an alert issued by LIU (Local Intelligence Unit) along with the regular security alerts from the district police department. IIT Kanpur authorities told the media that they are upgrading the already … Read more : IIT Kanpur Raises Security Standards.

IIT Results 2010 Not Stalled

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- On Tuesday the Supreme Court of India declined to entertain a petition seeking a stay on the publication of IIT Results 2010. The Court also came down heavily on the petitioner, Satya Foundation, an NGO for what the court has labeled as a publicity stunt. The apex court said that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : IIT Results 2010 Not Stalled.

IIT Delhi Working With Mercedes Benz

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In what is being seen as a major technological breakthrough Mercedes Benz India has tied up with IIT Delhi to develop BlueTec technology. The technology will help the giant carmaker to come up with cutting edge high performance diesel systems for its car models. The country is moving … Original source on Gaea Times at : IIT Delhi Working With Mercedes Benz.

IIT Kharagpur Professor Underlines Mistake

KHARAGPUR, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- IIT-JEE exam papers have witnessed a series of serious errors which have triggered a string of criticisms hurled at the IIT Kharagpur and IIT Madras. It is speculated that these errors if continues to persist can affect the future of the students. The first instance of error in the IIT paper led …. Source article  : IIT Kharagpur Professor Underlines Mistake.

Tips from the newest grads: MBA students and undergraduates offer their advice for investing

Financial advice from the nation’s top grads

NEW YORK – It’s graduation season. That means hordes of newly-minted MBA students and undergraduate business majors will soon be entering the work force.
They’ve spent years studying the intricacies of business and finance. Now, they’re ready to start dispensing that financial wisdom on Wall Street and everywhere else.
What will …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Tips from the newest grads: MBA students and undergraduates offer their advice for investing.

Judge dissolves order prohibiting Wyoming paper from publishing report about college trip

Judge annuls restraining order against Wyo. paper

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A Wyoming judge has dissolved a rare restraining order that prohibited a newspaper from publishing stories about a college president’s trip to Costa Rica.
District Judge Peter Arnold on Tuesday dissolved his order against the Wyoming Tribune Eagle.
Media experts say orders barring the press from publishing material …. Original article  : Judge dissolves order prohibiting Wyoming paper from publishing report about college trip.

Judge blocks Wyo. newspapers stories involving college president’s trip to Costa Rica

Wyoming judge blocks news stories on college trip

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – In a rare move, a Wyoming judge has blocked two newspapers from publishing stories on an internal report about a college president’s trip to Costa Rica, saying the report was improperly taken and that releasing details could prompt the federal government to cut college grant …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Michigan House committee aims to maintain current funding for state universities

House committee aims to retain university funding

LANSING, Mich. – Democrats who run the Michigan House moved Tuesday toward approving a budget bill that would maintain current levels of state aid for public universities in the next fiscal year.
The bill, which was approved by the House Appropriations Committee mostly along party lines, could come up for …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

What’s up, doc? A Cartoon Network campaign to enlist kids in the fight against bullying

Cartoon Network plans major anti-bullying campaign

NEW YORK – Next fall, when millions of kids tune into Cartoon Network to watch Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and other favorites, they’ll encounter something new – an ambitious campaign to enlist them as foot soldiers in the fight against bullying.
Unlike many bullying programs, this one is geared toward middle school, …. Source  : What’s up, doc? A Cartoon Network campaign to enlist kids in the fight against bullying.

RI school board lets teachers keep jobs at troubled high school where everyone was fired

RI school board lets fired teachers keep jobs
CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. – A Rhode Island school board has approved an agreement to allow teachers who were fired from a troubled high school to keep their jobs after all.
The 5-1 decision Tuesday evening by the Central Falls school district board of trustees ends a turbulent …. Source  : RI school board lets teachers keep jobs at troubled high school where everyone was fired.

NCAA halts independent study credit for students from Utah, Ill. online schools

NCAA cracks down on correspondence courses

COLUMBIA, Mo. – The NCAA has a message for would-be college athletes hoping to use online courses to bolster their high school transcripts: proceed with caution.
The organization announced Tuesday that it will stop accepting course credit from two virtual schools based in Utah and Illinois as part of a move …. Read the original article  : NCAA halts independent study credit for students from Utah, Ill. online schools.

Canada beckons Indian students with new education body

TORONTO – In a bid to woo more Indian students to Canadian universities and colleges, former Canadian foreign minister Pierre Pettigrew Tuesday launched the Canada India Education Council (CIEC) here.

He will serve as the chairman of the new educational body and noted Indo-Canadian lawyer Kam Rathee will be its chairman.
“I was very committed to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Canada beckons Indian students with new education body.

Vice President Joe Biden to deliver commencement address at US Naval Academy on Friday

Biden to address US Naval Academy commencement
WASHINGTON – Vice President Joe Biden is delivering the commencement address at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., on Friday.
The president and vice president traditionally speak each year at commencement exercises at one of the service academies.
President Barack Obama addressed graduating cadets at the U.S. Military … Read more >>.

Swedish university invites Muhammad artist to complete lecture disrupted by protests

Swedish university re-invites Muhammad artist

STOCKHOLM – A Swedish university has invited an artist who angered Muslims by caricaturing the Prophet Muhammad to finish a lecture that was disrupted by violent protests.
Officials say Lars Vilks has agreed to return to Uppsala University in the fall to complete his lecture about the limits of freedom of expression … Read : Swedish university invites Muhammad artist to complete lecture disrupted by protests.

AP Gramling Awards honor NYC photographer, Illinois statehouse reporter, 7 others

AP names 9 winners of annual Gramling Awards

NEW YORK – New York photographer Julie Jacobson and Illinois statehouse reporter John O’Connor were named Tuesday among nine Associated Press staff members who won the news organization’s 2010 Oliver S. Gramling Awards.
Jacobson, who was embedded with U.S. Marines in Afghanistan for eight weeks, won one of the … Original article on : AP Gramling Awards honor NYC photographer, Illinois statehouse reporter, 7 others.

UAE students to get training for space mission

Abu Dhabi, May 25 (IANS/WAM) Three engineering students of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be trained for space missions by the US space agency NASA.

The training is organised as part of an agreement between NASA and the UAE-based Arab Youth Venture Foundation signed last year.
As per the agreement, NASA will provide three …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : UAE students to get training for space mission.

CBSE launches curriculum for schools abroad

NEW DELHI – Giving an international face to Indian education, the Central Board for Secondary Education (CBSE) Tuesday launched an upgraded international syllabus for its schools abroad.

The new curriculum, which focuses on the education needs of Indian diaspora as well as local communities, was launched by Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal at Indian High …. Original source  : CBSE launches curriculum for schools abroad.

Sahal Kaushik, The IIT Whizkid!

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The IIT topper from Delhi Sahal Kaushik does not look any different from any teenager you will see in the neighborhood, but there is something special about this boy. The 14 year old who is still not comfortable with all the attention he has been getting after the declaration of … Read : Sahal Kaushik, The IIT Whizkid!.

Israel’s Hebrew University sues GM for use of shirtless Albert Einstein in People magazine ad

Hebrew University sues GM for People’s Einstein ad

DETROIT – An Israeli university that holds rights to Albert Einstein’s image is asking General Motors Co. to pay for putting the physics pioneer in a magazine ad.
The Detroit automaker grafted the Nobel Prize-winning German scientist’s head onto the body of a buff, shirtless man in a Nov. … Original source on Gaea Times at : Israel’s Hebrew University sues GM for use of shirtless Albert Einstein in People magazine ad.

100,000 US students to visit China in four years

BEIJING – China will receive 100,000 US students in the next four years as part of the education cooperation programme, a Chinese official has said.

The two countries have agreed on an exchange programme under which American students will come to study Chinese language or do research, said Zhang Xiuqin, director of Department of International Cooperation … Read this article on Gaea Times at : 100,000 US students to visit China in four years.

Kansas says at least $1M worth of tickets sold ‘inappropriately’ to brokers over past 5 years

Kansas says $1M tickets sold ‘inappropriately’

LAWRENCE, Kan. – The University of Kansas said Wednesday that a secretive scam by six university employees included the “inappropriate” sale of $1 million worth of men’s basketball and football tickets over the past five years.
The school said its findings, contained in a report done by a Wichita law firm, …. Source  : Kansas says at least $1M worth of tickets sold ‘inappropriately’ to brokers over past 5 years.

2nd Ga. teacher under fire after reports students wore mock Klan robes in school for project

2nd report of students in mock Klan robes in Ga.

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – A second Georgia schoolteacher has come under fire amid reports she let students don mock Ku Klux Klan outfits for a class project.
A suburban school district northeast of Atlanta said Wednesday it is investigating social studies teacher Stephanie Hunte, saying another teacher complained … Read more »»».

Nearly 2 months later, Miss. school district denies organizing ’sham’ prom for lesbian student

Miss. board denies staging ’sham’ prom for lesbian

JACKSON, Miss. – A rural Mississippi school district that was sued by a lesbian student who wanted to bring a same-sex date to the high school prom is denying accusations it routed her to a “sham prom” while most of her schoolmates partied elsewhere.
The Itawamba County School District … Read more »».

Final answer about Haiti helps Florida boy win National Geographic Bee in DC

Haiti knowledge helps Fla. boy wins geography bee

WASHINGTON – An eighth grader from Florida won the National Geographic Bee on Wednesday with the help of a question about Caribbean neighbor Haiti.
Aadith Moorthy, 13, of Palm Harbor, Fla., – who was put on the spot during introductions when host Alex Trebek asked him to sing a … Read more »».

IIT entrance test topper aims for civil services exam

NEW DELHI – Chandigarh-resident Himanshu Gupta, who stood third in the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) entrance exam, wants to take the civil services exam after completing his engineering course.

“Right now, completing my engineering course will be the main focus. Later, I want to give exams for the IAS (Indian Administrative Service),” said Gupta, who …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Haryana shuts schools due to soaring heat

CHANDIGARH – The Haryana government Wednesday asked all schools in the state to shut May 27-31 due to heat wave conditions in the region.

“We have decided that all government and private schools would remain closed in the state May 27-31 due to scorching heat. This decision has been taken keeping in view the problem of … Read more : Haryana shuts schools due to soaring heat.

DU gives students heat care tips during admissions

NEW DELHI – Keeping in view the soaring temperatures in the capital, Delhi University (DU) Wednesday advised aspiring students to take all necessary precautions against the heat while buying admission forms that will be available from Friday onwards.

S.K. Vij, dean of the Student’s Welfare Department, said: “In view of the extraordinary heat being experienced by … Read more »»».

Court worried about poor mid-day meal

NEW DELHI – The Delhi High Court Wednesday expressed concern over the quality of mid-day meals served in government schools in the capital.

A division bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justice Madan B. Lokur pulled up the government for not taking proper care of children who fell ill after consuming contaminated food.
“The government [..] Read the original article: here.

Hyderabad steals the show in IIT-JEE

NEW DELHI/HYDERABAD – Hyderabad boys have claimed the top two positions in the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) this year, the results of which were declared Wednesday.

Anumula Jithendar Reddy and Uday K. Shah, both students of city-based Narayana Group of Educational Institutions, stood first and second, respectively, in the highly competitive exam. …. Read the original article  : Hyderabad steals the show in IIT-JEE.

Hyderabad boy tops IIT-JEE test

NEW DELHI – Hyderabad boy Anumula Jithendar Reddy has topped the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) this year, the results of which were declared Wednesday.

Attributing the success to his family and teachers, Anumula said: “The guidance of my parents and our institution built the way and I thank them.”
Anumula appeared … Read : Hyderabad boy tops IIT-JEE test.

WBBSE Madhyamik Result 2010 Declared Today

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education has announced the results of Madhyamik exams on May 26, 2010.

Madhyamik is conducted by WBBSE for the students of class 10. This year around 9.47 lakh students have appeared for the board exams.
Candidates can receive their Madhyamik Results via SMS. Type WB10 (space) roll …. Original article  : WBBSE Madhyamik Result 2010 Declared Today.

UAE schools to follow three-semester system

Dubai, May 26 (IANS/WAM) Schools in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will have three semesters from the next academic session, the ministry of education announced Wednesday.

The new system will be implemented in all government and private schools in the 2010-2011 session, after the ministry took a decision following research conducted by specialised teams, which examined …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

FDA to adopt better sunscreen labels, but not in time for summer

Sunscreen changes expected, but not before summer

WASHINGTON – A clearer, more meaningful standard for sunscreen labels is coming soon to a lotion near you, but not in time for the summer beach season that kicks off this Memorial Day weekend.
The Food and Drug Administration is working to finish new labeling rules that have been years … Read more >>>.

Muslim pupil not allowed to pray at German school

BERLIN – A Berlin pupil does not have the right to perform ‘namaz’, Islamic prayer rituals, at school, an appeals court in the German capital ruled Thursday.

In a decision that overturned a lower court ruling, the appeals court said that a curtailing of the teenager’s right to religious freedom was justified as it would …. Original source  : Muslim pupil not allowed to pray at German school.

Groups protest Israel’s decision to deny entry of Michigan student of Palestinian descent

Groups protest Israel denying US student’s entry

DETROIT – Israel has denied entry to a Detroit university student of Palestinian descent traveling there for a study-abroad program. Arab-American and civil rights groups plan to protest the decision Thursday.
Abeer Afana, a 21-year-old Wayne State University student, was detained May 16 at the Ben Gurion International Airport in … Read more »».

Report: Percentage of high-poverty schools has risen; students face persistent challenges

Report: Percentage of high-poverty schools rises

The percentage of public schools where more than three quarters of students are eligible for free or reduced price lunch – a key indicator of poverty – has increased in the past decade, and children at these schools are less likely to attend college or be taught by teachers with … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Report: Percentage of high-poverty schools has risen; students face persistent challenges.

German court rules school not required to provide prayer room for Muslim student

School doesn’t have to provide Muslim prayer room

BERLIN – A German court says that a Berlin high school doesn’t have to provide a 16-year-old Muslim student with a private room to pray in during school hours.
The decision Thursday by a Berlin administrative court overturned a lower court’s ruling last year that granting a private room …. Source  : German court rules school not required to provide prayer room for Muslim student.

Near blind girl scores 91.5 percent in Maharashtra Class 12 exams

MUMBAI – With a mere two percent vision in both her eyes, Aditi Shah did not let her impairment come in her way. She scored 91.5 percent in Maharashtra’s HSC (Class 12, junior college) exams despite her shortcoming.

“I was expecting to score below 90 percent. But when I heard I scored close to 92 percent, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Near blind girl scores 91.5 percent in Maharashtra Class 12 exams.

Class 10 results will now show grades, students worried

NEW DELHI – The results of Class 10 exam conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will be out Friday introducing the new grading system, but students are worried wondering how they will ascertain their exact scores.

“The grading system is good as well as bad. Now because of the new system we won’t … Read more >>>.

Girls outperform boys in Uttar Pradesh board exams

LUCKNOW – Girls have done better than boys in the Class 12 Uttar Pradesh board exams, the results of which were declared Thursday, an official said.

“The total pass percentage of girls is 89.62, while that of boys is 73.55. The overall pass percentage is 80.54,” director of Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Sanjay Mohan told … Read more : Girls outperform boys in Uttar Pradesh board exams.

On eve of gay ban vote, top uniformed military officer tells Air Force grads to accept change

Top officer talks change as gay ban vote nears

AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – The nation’s top uniformed military officer told graduating Air Force Academy cadets they need to support a changing military as Congress nears a vote on repealing the military’s ban on openly gay servicemembers.
Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, …. Original article  : On eve of gay ban vote, top uniformed military officer tells Air Force grads to accept change.

60 percent California school students fail English test

LOS ANGELES – Nearly 60 percent students in California’s high schools are unable to pass English proficiency test despite over six years of US education.

The flaws in English language programmes have put the academic future of hundreds of thousands of children in jeopardy, shattering their college dreams and imperilling the state’s economic future, said a … Read : 60 percent California school students fail English test.

Insurer Lloyd’s refuses to pay jailed Texas financier’s latest legal fees; says it’s spent $6M

Insurer refuses to pay latest Stanford legal fees

HOUSTON – Insurance company Lloyd’s of London has told a judge it has spent more than $6 million on jailed Texas financier R. Allen Stanford’s oft-changing legal team and that it refuses to pay his latest legal fees.
The Tuesday hearing in U.S. District Court in Houston was part … Read more : Insurer Lloyd’s refuses to pay jailed Texas financier’s latest legal fees; says it’s spent $6M.

Minn. jury awards $1.25M in assistant’s lawsuit against Tubby Smith over aborted hiring

Jury awards $1.25M in lawsuit against Tubby Smith

MINNEAPOLIS – A former Oklahoma State assistant basketball coach who sued Minnesota coach Tubby Smith over an aborted hiring was awarded nearly $1.25 million by a jury Wednesday.
The jury found that Smith falsely represented that he had the authority to hire Jimmy Williams when he called Williams in … Read more »».

Molder’s career-best 62 puts him in lead at Colonial, where Mickelson misses the cut

Molder leads Colonial after 62; Lefty misses cut

FORT WORTH, Texas – Bryce Molder has yet to have the same kind of success that other four-time All-American collegiate players have had on the PGA Tour.
For now, Molder will settle for his career-best round and the lead midway through the Colonial, where four-time All-Americans Phil Mickelson and …. Read the original article  : here.

Correction: Markets & More-College Students

Correction: Markets & More-College Students

NEW YORK – In a May 25 story about financial advice from the nation’s top business school graduates, The Associated Press misspelled the surname of a student from MIT’s Sloan School of Management. The correct surname is Regan, not Ragan.
…. Source article  : Correction: Markets & More-College Students.

On third try, House passes $84 billion bill for science and technology programs

House passes major R&D funding bill
WASHINGTON – The House gave its assent Friday to $84 billion in federal funding to help keep the country competitive in the fields of scientific and technological innovation.

Passage of the legislation, the biggest science bill that Congress is expected to consider this year, came on a third try. Republicans objecting …. Original article  : On third try, House passes $84 billion bill for science and technology programs.

Suspected militants kill 80 at minority sect’s mosques in eastern Pakistan

Attackers strike sect mosques in Pakistan; 80 dead

LAHORE, Pakistan – Islamist gunmen and a suicide squad lobbed grenades, sprayed bullets from atop a minaret and took hostages Friday in attacks on two mosques packed with worshippers from a minority sect in Pakistan. At least 80 people were killed and dozens wounded.
The strikes – the deadliest …. Original article  : Suspected militants kill 80 at minority sect’s mosques in eastern Pakistan.

College World Series has been toast of town, and reason to party, for 62 years in Omaha

College World Series is Omaha’s party central

OMAHA, Neb. – Greg Pivovar is a one-man welcoming committee for College World Series fans.
The attorney owns a sports memorabilia shop across the street from Rosenblatt Stadium, and for almost 20 years he’s greeted (legal age) customers with free cans of beer and home cooking – barbecue, Italian sausage … Read more : College World Series has been toast of town, and reason to party, for 62 years in Omaha.

Are omni-present faculty like Lord Krishna, asks apex court

NEW DELHI – In a scathing comment on teaching faculty in privately-run specialised institutions, the Supreme Court Friday wondered if they were incarnations of Lord Krishna as they simultaneously managed to be on the rolls of several institutions at a given time.

The vacation bench of the apex court of Justice G.S. Singhvi and Justice …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Biden highlights milestone year for women at Naval Academy as submarine service opens

Biden notes big year, sub service for Navy women

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Vice President Joe Biden on Friday highlighted a milestone year for women at the U.S. Naval Academy, taking special note during the academy’s commissioning ceremony of 11 graduates who will be the first women to serve on submarines.
Biden, whose recognition of the women brought … Read : Biden highlights milestone year for women at Naval Academy as submarine service opens.

Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal demand more funds for RTE

NEW DELHI – Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal Friday demanded extra grants from the central government for implementing Right to Education (RTE).

Education ministers from these three state met Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal and forwarded their concerns about financial crunch that may obstruct the way for RTE in the states.
These … Read more >>>.

Nearly 90 percent pass rate for Delhi in Class 10 exams

NEW DELHI – The Delhi region recorded a success rate of 89.04 percent – a rise of 1.34 percent – in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams, whose results were declared Friday.

A total of 251,644 students appeared in the Delhi region, and of them 224,065 were successful.
The government schools in … Read more »»».

Vice President Joe Biden highlights milestone year for women at Naval Academy commissioning

Biden notes big year for women at Naval Academy

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Vice President Joe Biden is highlighting a milestone year for women at the U.S. Naval Academy in Maryland.
Biden spoke Friday at the academy’s commissioning ceremony, where 1,028 students graduated.
This year’s graduating class includes 11 women who will be the first females to have the …. Source  : Vice President Joe Biden highlights milestone year for women at Naval Academy commissioning.

Girls outshine boys in CBSE Class 10 exams (Roundup)

NEW DELHI – Girls once again outperformed boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams results announced here Friday.

The board, which introduced the grading system in the exam for the first time, said 90.68 percent girls are eligible for the qualifying certificate as compared to 88.30 percent boys.
A …. Source  : Girls outshine boys in CBSE Class 10 exams (Roundup).

Jamia varsity to conduct B.Tech entrance test in 63 centres

NEW DELHI – Jamia Millia Islamia University will hold entrance tests for its B.Tech course outside Delhi in 63 centres Saturday.

The university received 37,000 applications for its 350-seat B.Tech course.
“For the first time, the university moves out of Delhi to conduct its entrance test as the demand is huge for the course. The …. Source article  : Jamia varsity to conduct B.Tech entrance test in 63 centres.

5 Indians to study Australian diversity, Indian experience

NEW DELHI – With attacks on Indian students in Australia underlining the need for promoting mutual understanding, five Indian scholars Friday won fellowships for collaborative research on different aspects of Australian multi-cultural society and the Indian experience in the country.

Australian High Commissioner Peter Varghese Friday announced the winners of the 2010 Australia-India Council … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : 5 Indians to study Australian diversity, Indian experience.

Five more government schools for merit students in Delhi

NEW DELHI – Delhi Education Minister Arvinder Singh Lovely Friday announced setting up of five more government schools in the capital for meritorious students.

Lovely said the government decided to open five more Rajkiya Pratibha Vikas Vidyalayas in the next academic session, keeping in view their performance in board exams.
Rajkiya Pratibha Vikas Vidyalayas impart … Read more »».

Class 10 pass percentage soars, so do ‘compartments’

NEW DELHI – As the number of students passing the CBSE 10th board exam shot up Friday, so did the ‘compartments’ – those scoring less than 33 percent — now called ‘eligible for improvement of performance’.

The number of students in the newly introduced category rose 1.31 percent compared to those who got ‘compartment’, or less … Read : Class 10 pass percentage soars, so do ‘compartments’.

Navodaya Vidyalayas lead in CBSE Class 10 exams

NEW DELHI – The students of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNV) outperformed girls and boys of other schools across India as 98.72 percent of their students cleared the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams, results of which were declared Friday.

JNVs, which are autonomous schools under the human resource development ministry, had a …. Source  : Navodaya Vidyalayas lead in CBSE Class 10 exams.

Court stays result of IP university counselling

NEW DELHI – The Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIU) was Friday restrained by the Delhi High Court from declaring the result of counselling sessions, to be held Saturday and Sunday, for post-graduate medical courses.

A division bench of Chief Justice Dipak Misra and Justice Madan B. Lokur directed the GGSIU not to declare till further … Original article on : Court stays result of IP university counselling.

Goodell uses his story to inspire graduates; addresses future outdoor cold-weather Super Bowls

Goodell uses his story to inspire graduates

LOWELL, Mass. – Roger Goodell sent 40 letters to the NFL office in New York City looking for a job in 1981. Forty rejections came back.
But more letters to NFL headquarters followed, until one day a weary league executive invited him to “stop by when you’re in the neighborhood.”
“I … Original article on : Goodell uses his story to inspire graduates; addresses future outdoor cold-weather Super Bowls.

All in all, not a bad month for Connecticut coach despite NCAA allegations

Not a bad month for Calhoun, despite NCAA
On balance, it hasn’t been a bad month for Jim Calhoun.

Certainly better than the one that two of his former assistants are having. They were dumped from the University of Connecticut basketball program under the cloud of an NCAA investigation and will likely now never have meaningful careers … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : All in all, not a bad month for Connecticut coach despite NCAA allegations.

San Francisco mayor wants to create college savings accounts for city’s kindergartners

SF mayor wants college accounts for kindergartners
SAN FRANCISCO – Should cities help families save for their kids’ college education? San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom thinks so.
Newsom wants to create college savings accounts for all of San Francisco’s kindergartners and make small initial deposits to get them started – even as the city grapples …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : San Francisco mayor wants to create college savings accounts for city’s kindergartners.

All India engineering exam results declared

NEW DELHI – The Central Board of Secondary Education Saturday (CBSE) Saturday declared the results of the All India Engineering Entrance Exams (AIEEE) and said the students will be able to view them online after 11 a.m. Sunday, a statement said.

The results will be available on the CBSE and AIEEE websites, the statement said. …. Read the original article  : here.

Quietly, lovingly, team of women serve the fallen and their families at Arlington

Team of women escort the fallen to their graves

ARLINGTON, Va. – Joyce Johnson remembers the drums beating slowly as she walked with her girls from the Old Post Chapel, behind the horse-drawn caisson carrying the flag-draped casket of her husband.
She remembers struggling to maintain her composure as she stared at his freshly dug grave, trying … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Quietly, lovingly, team of women serve the fallen and their families at Arlington.

Sibal to focus on wooing foreign varsities on US trip

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Kapil Sibal, during his 10-day visit to the US beginning Monday, will focus on increasing cooperation in the education sector and attracting American universities to set up their campuses in India, an official said Saturday.

Sibal is accompanying External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna for the India-US … Read : Sibal to focus on wooing foreign varsities on US trip.

“Freedom Writers” Teacher Inspires Children

CORONA, NORCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Erin Gruwell, the teacher who is the inspiration behind the movie “Freedom Writers” payed a visit to the students of the Corona – Norco area to share her own story of her days at the Woodrow Wilson High School situated in Long Beach. Her words to the students last Friday seemed … Read more : “Freedom Writers” Teacher Inspires Children.

States to be enabled to abolish Class 10 boards: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal Saturday said the implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act will pave the way for state education boards replacing the Class 10 board exams with a grading system.

“Under the RTE, elementary education until Class 8 is under comprehensive and continuous evaluation. Once you have that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : States to be enabled to abolish Class 10 boards: Sibal.

Over 40,000 Delhi University forms sold on Day One

NEW DELHI – The Delhi University (DU) sold over 40,000 forms for admissions to its colleges on the very first day of sale of application forms Friday, officials said.

The sale of forms will be on till June 11.
“A total of 40,559 common application forms were sold today (Friday) in 16 centres in the …. Read the original article  : Over 40,000 Delhi University forms sold on Day One.

Disabled outperform general students in Class 10 CBSE exams

NEW DELHI – Disabled students performed better than general students in this year’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams, the results of which were declared Friday.

Of the total 1,866 disabled students appearing for the exam, 89.34 percent are eligible for the qualifying certificate — 0.06 percent more than the qualifying percentage …. Original article  : Disabled outperform general students in Class 10 CBSE exams.

New medical board given time for granting college licenses

NEW DELHI – The central government Sunday extended the last date for giving permission to new medical colleges and renewal of recognition to existing ones by a month, official sources said.

Official sources from the health ministry said that the decision was taken following a request from the six-member board of governors which took over …. Read the original article  : New medical board given time for granting college licenses.

US bases, community leaders aim for latest Air Force bling, but some fear roar from noisy jets

Bases aim for new combat jets, some fear jet noise

BOISE, Idaho – The new F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter is tardy, billions over budget and the roar of its jet engine could eclipse the older planes it’s due to replace.
Despite these concerns, U.S. Air Force officials at 11 bases in 7 states – and …. Original source  : US bases, community leaders aim for latest Air Force bling, but some fear roar from noisy jets.