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Taliban ban dozens of books written by women from Afghan universities

Out of the 679 textbooks banned by the Taliban administration, 140 were written by women, while 310 were drafted by Iranian authors or publishers.

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Prison break in Uzbek jails for inmates who do required reading

Uzbekistan has approved a law that allows prisoners to reduce their jail sentences by up to 30 days per year, by reading several books, included on a special list. But the educative exercise is not an option for all inmates.

Europe in Motion

How is teacher shortage in the EU impacting the quality of education?

Children across the EU are returning to school en masse. However, schools in several member states report a lack of teachers to fill their schedules.

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School aid: These are the least and most generous countries in the EU

Families face increasing education costs while public spending across the EU is falling.

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Economy

Not in employment, nor education: Which countries struggle the most?

Two-thirds of European countries have not yet met the 9% target for young people who are neither in employment nor in education or training (NEET). Most NEETs are outside the labour force rather than unemployed.

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Watch: The France-based team bringing start-up education to the masses

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Best friends, Ariel Renous and Roy Wellner, deliver professional-level education to entrepreneurs worldwide.

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Afghan women under Taliban rule turn to online courses to learn coding

With girls banned from high school and universities, many are turning to religious schools known as madrassas instead. The only other option they have is to try to learn online, clandestinely.

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WATCH: How football is changing young lives in the UK

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Football Beyond Borders is a British charity that uses the power of football to change the lives of young people.

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Beamish: Unique open-air attraction named UK's Museum of the Year

Featuring a recreated 1950s town, Beamish in County Durham was awarded the prestigious prize for its "joyous, immersive and unique" atmosphere that's shaped by "the stories and experiences of its community."

USA

Worry among Chinese students as US unveils plans to revoke some visas

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said visa rules would also be tightened to increase scrutiny of applicants from China and Hong Kong.

Europe in Motion

Which European countries are achieving the highest education levels?

Eurostat’s latest figures reveal that Europeans are better educated than ever with women outperforming men in almost every country across the 27-member bloc.

Tech News

How do you raise a child in the AI age? One father is turning to play

In South Korea, an AI education boom is pushing for children to learn about the tech early to avoid being left behind. For one family, it has become a fun playtime activity that inspires learning.

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Meet Flynn, the first AI in the world enrolled as a university student

The arts university in Vienna says the AI will attend classes, receive critiques, and get grades alongside human students.

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Watch: How football is used to empower education in India

Ashok Rathod is a staunch believer in the power of education and is dedicated to raising the aspirations and academic achievements of children.

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Palestinian children struggle to resume education in ruined schools

Gaza’s children lost over a year of education due to war damage, with many struggling to resume learning through rebuilt schools and online platforms.

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UK literacy charity wants audiobooks on national school curriculum

A poll by the National Literacy Trust (NLT) has found that children’s enjoyment of listening to audiobooks had risen. NLT are petitioning the government to include audiobooks in the national curriculum.

Europe in Motion

Is the EU turning to online education?

In 2024, internet users in the EU took more online courses than in the previous year. Ireland had the highest share of online learners, followed by the Netherlands and Finland.

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Where do countries in Europe stand on banning smartphones in school?

There’s an ongoing debate in some countries about restricting smartphones for children and teenagers, with some introducing measures to get phones out of school.

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Central Asia's Shining Star: Uzbekistan on the Road to Success

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As a rising star in Central Asia, Uzbekistan has taken bold steps in sustainability, governance, education and international leadership, reflecting a dynamic transformation that few could have predicted just a decade ago.

Europe in Motion

Literacy, math, and problem-solving: Which EU countries score better?

Finnish adults score the highest in literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, while Portugal, Poland, Italy and Lithuania fall below the OECD average in all three competences.