Education NewsFeed

May 5, 2025

Side Hustlers Rely on Research Studies and Cashback Apps

According to a survey by PYMNTS Intelligence, nearly half of people with side work participate in paid research studies or surveys to supplement their income. Many also use cashback apps, credit card rewards programs, and "mystery shopping" to boost their earnings. Additionally, one quarter sell items on platforms like The RealReal, Poshmark, Facebook Marketplace, and eBay, while 17% engage in online freelance work or drive for ride-sharing apps such as Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash.

https://www.pymnts.com/consumer-insights/2025/side-hustle-nation-more-americans-seek-extra-income-amid-economic-uncertainty/

May 5, 2025

Tehrik-e-Niswan Demands Justice for Sindh's Rural Citizens

Tehrik-e-Niswan is calling for a judicial investigation into an incident, demanding compensation for those affected, and safety measures to protect citizens in Sindh's rural and urban areas. The organization also wants the government to tackle systemic issues such as climate change, agricultural challenges, water scarcity, poverty, unemployment, and underdevelopment in rural areas.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1308086-tehrik-e-niswan-demands-probe-into-attack-on-its-performers-near-ghotki

May 5, 2025

Thane School Saves Teen from Early Marriage

A school in Thane, near Mumbai, India, is helping underprivileged children like Sonali Gautam Gayakwad, who was enrolled at the age of 14 to prevent early marriage. The school aims to provide a holistic education and support system for its 57 students, addressing their educational, health, and emotional needs.

https://apnews.com/article/india-school-highway-disadvantaged-children-mumbai-photos-f2a20d1009510278a5ceae992ec15f8d

May 5, 2025

Vignesh's Deep Learning Breakthroughs Transform US Industry

The adoption of deep learning is hindered by several concerns. Data privacy issues arise from relying on large datasets, while the black-box nature of these models makes it difficult to interpret their decisions. Training deep learning models requires significant computational resources and expertise, further exacerbating the problem. Moreover, biased training data can lead to unfair outcomes if not addressed. However, advancements in hardware and algorithms are expected to drive exponential growth in the US IT industry, enabling companies like those led by Vignesh, a prominent figure in the field, to integrate deep learning into their strategies and gain a competitive edge.

https://www.ibtimes.sg/how-deep-learning-revolutionizing-us-it-industry-79772

May 5, 2025

ABOITIZ Power Funds Bataan Scholarships for Engineers

ABOITIZ Power Corp. has signed a five-year agreement with the Bataan provincial government to provide scholarships for engineering students, aiming to develop infrastructure and technology in the province. The educational assistance fund, set up by private limited partnerships GNPower Mariveles Energy Center (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin (GNPD), will contribute P2 million annually over five years, totaling P10 million.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/05/06/tmt-newswire/aboitizpower-grants-engineering-scholarships-to-bataan-students/2105668

May 5, 2025

ANRF Aims for Medical Research Parks Nationwide

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh urged the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to help medical colleges boost clinical innovation in India by exploring the possibility of establishing their own medical research parks, which could democratize research capabilities and support local biotech entrepreneurship. The ANRF aims to create a digital platform offering access to underused scientific equipment and facilities across the country, leveraging artificial intelligence through its "AI-for-Science" programme to accelerate discoveries in physics, chemistry, and biology.

https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/jitendra-singh-urges-anrf-to-help-medical-colleges-boost-clinical-innovation-1/

May 5, 2025

Australia Raises Student Loan Repayment Threshold by $13,000

The Australian government has announced plans to increase the minimum threshold for repayments on student loans by over $10,000 a year, from approximately $54,000 to $67,000. This move is expected to wipe around $16 billion in debt across various loan accounts, with university students and graduates set to see an average of $5,520 reduced from their HECS debt in 2025. The government has also rolled out significant student debt cuts since December 2024, which have already resulted in about $3 billion being wiped off debts.

https://www.9news.com.au/national/student-debt-cuts-albanesse-labor-government-explained/e8c8172d-1864-4466-a7d5-eb4c41a0fad6

May 5, 2025

Bhagat Advocates Human Judgment Over AI Automation

Bhagat emphasizes the importance of human judgment over AI, suggesting that automation should complement rather than replace human expertise. He believes that the true power of technology lies not in its code, but in the vision and creativity of individuals who drive business transformation.

https://www.ibtimes.sg/human-touch-leveraging-ai-passion-expertise-79778

May 5, 2025

Biden Cancels $5M+ Student Debt Amid Controversy

President Joe Biden's administration canceled student debt for over 5 million people, including those who attended defrauded schools like DeVry University, public service workers, and individuals with total and permanent disabilities. However, former Education Secretary Betsy McMahon claimed that the Biden administration transferred hundreds of billions of dollars in debt to taxpayers, leaving borrowers in a "confusing limbo." McMahon stated that resuming collections was not an act of unkindness but rather fairness, as borrowing money without paying it back is not a victimless offense.

https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/national-international/student-loan-collections-restart-explained/3557931/