Chinese ink painter Lui Shou-kwan, who died in Hong Kong at 56, is still regarded as one of the most influential artists in the city. He challenged traditional art education by teaching his students not to copy classical masters, instead encouraging them to develop their own styles. Lui's teaching influenced notable artists such as Wucius Wong and Kan Tai-keung, who were part of the New Ink Movement.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3308823/chinese-ink-painter-lui-shou-kwan-and-4-artists-he-taught-who-developed-their-own-styles?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionMalaysia will host the 46th ASEAN Summit this month and the Asean Summit with Dialogue Partners at the end of October as part of its role as ASEAN Chair in 2025. The summit aims to discuss regional issues, enhance economic cooperation, and promote inclusivity and sustainability.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/05/05/20000-expected-at-klcc-for-asean-summit-says-shamsul-azriStudent loan collections are beginning in Massachusetts, with borrowers facing increased pressure to repay their debts. The issue has become a significant concern for many individuals, particularly those struggling financially.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/student-loan-collections-begin-what-that-means-borrowers/b2e2ce14-f29f-49b1-964c-6694602cdae3/Missoula County Public Schools is proposing two levies to support local schools. The first, a $200,000 general fund levy, will maintain art, music, industrial arts, and class sizes at Hellgate Elementary, which has vibrant programs such as art band and orchestra. A second levy of $271,000 aims to enhance school safety with a full-time school resource officer and campus security upgrades. Superintendent Micah Hill emphasizes the importance of these levies for the community's long-term well-being.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/missoula/missoula-county-schools-seek-voter-approval-for-new-levies/article_e71eb8ac-76e4-4e7a-aa4e-4fba0068e434.htmlThe Mizoram Board of School Education (MBSE) has announced that students who fail in one or two subjects will be eligible to appear for the MBSE Class 12 compartment examination. To check results, students can visit the official website www.mbse.edu.in and follow steps 1-5. After declaring results, supplementary exams will be conducted for those who don't clear a subject, with an option for re-evaluation or improvement exams by paying a fee. In the previous year's Class 10 exam, 76.68% of students passed, with boys having a higher pass percentage than girls (77.86% vs 75.63%).
https://www.ndtv.com/education/mizoram-hsslc-results-2025-to-be-out-tomorrow-at-12-noon-direct-link-here-8337068#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education has announced that to pass, students must score at least 33% in both theory and practical exams for Class 10 and Class 12. Students can check their results on the official websites mpresults.nic.in or mpbse.nic.in by entering their roll number and roll code. The 2024 pass percentage for Class 10 dropped to 58.10%, while Class 12 saw a steady improvement with a 64.48% pass rate in 2024, up from 55.28% in 2023.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/mp-board-result-2025-mpbse-class-10th-12th-result-official-to-be-declared-tomorrow-direct-link-may-6-8335378#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationA New Jersey school district did not violate the First Amendment's establishment clause by teaching a geography course that included sections on Islam. The Third Circuit ruled in favor of the School District of the Chathams and its board of education, citing the US Supreme Court's holding in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District. Judge Thomas M. Hardiman's opinion found that the curriculum did not exhibit traditional hallmarks of religious establishment.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/culture-class-including-introduction-to-islam-was-constitutionalThe National Science Foundation's Computer Science Education Initiative aims to connect educators, researchers, and industry partners to promote quality computer science education nationwide. The organization collaborates with schools, districts, and funders to support the implementation of rigorous, inclusive, and sustainable CS programs, ultimately striving to provide every child in the United States with access to high-quality CS education.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/250-ceos-come-together-to-support-computer-science-and-ai-for-every-student-302445608.htmlThe Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA) has launched two new Communities: the Health for Human Potential Community and the Just Energy Transition Community. The HHP Community aims to address maternal and child health and infectious diseases, with a goal of mobilizing over $100 million in philanthropic funding by 2030. The JET Community focuses on closing energy transition gaps. These communities are part of PAA's efforts to foster deeper collaboration within the philanthropic ecosystem.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/mediaoutreach/2025/05/05/philanthropy-asia-alliance-launches-two-new-communities-to-tackle-health-challenges-and-accelerate-asias-just-energy-transition/379703