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Axios
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Exclusive: Disney, AT&T gives students first look at new Pixar film
Two hundred students in nine U.S. cities were invited to local theaters to preview Pixar's newest film, "Elio." State of play: The young people saw the film as part of an AT&T initiative on Connected Learning Centers (CLCs), which partner with local nonprofits to offer free WiFi and tutoring resources. The telecommunications company has opened 65 CLCs since 2021 and says it will have at least 100 open by the end of 2027. Driving the news: CLC participants in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando and the Bay Area saw an "Elio" screening on Tuesday. Pixar's latest film, in theaters now, follows a young, alien-obsessed space fanatic who is beamed up to another universe and mistaken for Earth's leader. The voice cast includes Zoe Saldaña, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil and Shirley Henderson.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
In first round, over 1L get admissions
Indore: Over 1.35 lakh students across the state secured admissions in the first round of the ongoing online counselling for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG) and NCTE-recognised teacher education courses conducted by the Department of Higher Education (DHE). The deadline for confirming admissions under this round ended on Wednesday. In comparison to last year's first round, which saw over 96,000 admissions, this year's figures show a significant rise. A total of 4.14 lakh students registered for first round of counselling for admission to 1,810 govt and private colleges across the state. "Over 1.35 lakh students confirmed their admissions by the deadline on Wednesday. We are not planning to extend the deadline. The percentage of admissions this year is better compared to previous years," Tulsiram Dahayat, OSD, DHE told TOI. Meanwhile, over 1 lakh students registered for the second round of counselling, the registration window for which also closed on Wednesday. The seat allotment for this round will be released on June 24. The students will have a window of five days for admissions confirmation from June 25 to June 30. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Total AV 2025 – Save Up to 80% Off Antivirus Today Total AV - Tier 2 Install Now Undo According to DHE officials, the switch to a mobile application for admission-related procedures played a key role in streamlining the process and enhancing accessibility. "This year, the admissions were done through a mobile app, which made the process easier for students. They did not have to visit kiosks or colleges. Help centres at govt colleges further supported students," Dahayat added. As per official data, over 70% of students completed the registration process through their mobile phones, highlighting the growing digital adoption in higher education enrolments. With no third round of centralized counselling scheduled this year, DHE will conduct College Level Counselling (CLC) following the second-round allotment. The CLC will begin on June 25, during which individual colleges will release merit lists and students will be required to register online for seats available at institutional level.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
UG student takes PG exam in Dumka
1 2 Dumka: The management of Santhal Pargana College has been left red-faced after a student was found appearing for the postgraduate (PG) exam without having passed his undergraduate (UG) course. The revelation came on Tuesday as the college authorities were conducting backlog PG examinations. The SP College is a constituent college under the Sidho Kanho Murmu University (SKMU). The student, identified as one Srinivas Roushan, was found appearing for the third semester examinations of PG mathematics. He had enrolled in the course allegedly by procuring a college leaving certificate (CLC), which is issued to graduate pass-outs. Sources said Roushan had enrolled in both UG and PG course and was yet to pass his UG course. Khirodhar Prasad Yadav, principal of the college, said, "Roushan was mistakenly granted CLC on February 24. His CLC been cancelled and the head of PG mathematics department requested to cancell his enrolment." Bimal Prasad Singh, the Pro-VC of SKMU, said he did not receive any complaint in the matter. Students' bodies in SKMU demanded a detailed probe into the incident. "There could be more such cases where failed students were given CLCs," Shyam Dev Hembrom of Chatra Samanvyaya Samiti, said. The outfit had protested outside the principal's office on Tuesday.
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Malaysia, Indonesia cooperation helps safeguard education rights of migrant children
KOTA KINABALU: Community Learning Centres (CLCs) established across oil palm plantations in Sabah have played a vital role in safeguarding the rights of Indonesian migrant workers' children, helping prevent child labour and ensuring access to education. Minister Counsellor for Information and Social-Cultural Affairs at the Indonesian Consulate General in Kota Kinabalu, Dra Machdaniar Nisfah, said the initiative was introduced in response to the growing number of Indonesian children living in remote plantations without access to formal schooling. Discussions on setting up CLCs began in 2009 and were formalised through a joint statement between then Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Malaysian Prime Minister the late Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. The initiative was later reaffirmed in 2011 through another joint declaration between Susilo and then Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. The Malaysian government officially approved the establishment of CLCs in Sabah on Nov 25, 2011, enabling the centres to deliver education to Indonesian children living on plantations. "This programme not only supports children's rights but also helps Malaysia address a pressing social issue. It gives Indonesian families hope for a better future for their children." "The right to education is a universal human right. It cannot be limited by documentation status. Just because a child is undocumented doesn't mean they lose that right," she said in a recent interview with the New Straits Times. Before the formal agreement, Indonesian children on plantations could only access basic literacy education through non-governmental organisations (NGOs) such as Humana and Etania. "Those NGOs only taught up to Grade 6. After that, the children were stuck. They couldn't return to Indonesia for further studies because they didn't follow the Indonesian syllabus," she said. With the CLC system now in place, children are taught using the Indonesian national curriculum, enabling them to re-enter the formal education system in Indonesia. Upon completing their primary education—typically by age 12 or 13—students are repatriated to Indonesia, where they continue secondary school under fully funded government placements. Others may remain in Malaysia until completing Form 3 (age 15) before returning. "Since 2013, over 4,036 children have been repatriated after completing their education in CLCs. They are enrolled in Indonesian junior high schools at no cost to their families. It's essentially a scholarship programme." Some of these students have gone on to attend universities in countries such as the United States, France, South Korea, and Australia. However, she acknowledged that the CLC programme faces significant implementation challenges. Of the 229 CLCs currently operating across Sabah, only 97 have been officially issued permits by the Malaysian Education Ministry. "The permit application process is long and complex. It involves plantation companies submitting paperwork to the consulate, which then endorses and forwards it to the State Education Department and eventually to Putrajaya. "The same applies to working visa applications in Sabah for teachers from the Indonesian government," she said, adding that there are now about 150 Indonesian teachers stationed at CLCs across the state. The consulate also operates Sekolah Indonesia Kota Kinabalu in Sepanggar, a formal Indonesian government school established in 2008 for the children of consulate staff and expatriates. Due to increasing demand, it now also accepts children of migrant workers—but its capacity of 1,200 students is far from sufficient.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the G7 Summit
OTTAWA, ON, June 12, 2025 /CNW/ - From Kitimat to Selkirk, Sault Ste. Marie to Alma, and now Hamilton—workers across Canada are bracing for the next round of layoffs. Entire industries are being hollowed out. Families are living in a constant state of uncertainty, fearing the loss of their homes, their savings, and their livelihoods. In this moment of deep economic anxiety, Canadians deserve leadership that listens to working people and puts their priorities first. Instead, the federal government is choosing to host a G7 Summit that's out of step with the real struggles people are facing. Inviting Donald Trump—whose track record includes open hostility toward workers and unions—is a slap in the face to the thousands of Canadians still waiting to hear whether they'll have a job next week. At a time when our country is battling wildfires, rising inequality, and runaway housing costs, this move sends all the wrong signals. We are also deeply concerned by the invitation extended to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In the face of ongoing concerns about foreign interference and political violence targeting diasporic communities in Canada, this decision is not only inappropriate, it's dangerous. Canada must send a clear message: political violence and foreign interference have no place on Canadian soil. While millions in taxpayer dollars are being spent on this summit, workers are being told to tighten their belts. But we can't build a just economy by cutting corners for communities while rolling out the red carpet for controversial world leaders. The Canadian Labour Congress calls on the federal government to redirect its focus toward the people who build this country, keep it running, and deserve a future they can count on. Now is the time to invest in good jobs, strong public services, and resilient communities—not empty pageantry. SOURCE Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) View original content: Sign in to access your portfolio
