A University of Georgia professor argues the FCC's ban on imported routers actually worsens security by discouraging upgrades to newer equipment, while benefiting US manufacturers through lobbying rather than genuine defence improvements.
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Victoria's Free TAFE program has enrolled nearly 685,000 students since 2023, but a damning survey reveals nearly two-thirds of TAFE teachers are considering leaving their jobs, threatening the entire skills pipeline.
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A US-Israeli airstrike has damaged Iran's University of Science and Technology in Tehran, intensifying a troubling trend of military strikes on academic institutions across the region.
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Waymo's attempt to improve its self-driving cars through direct collaboration with Austin schools has fallen short, with vehicles continuing to pass stopped buses weeks after software updates.
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The IOC has announced that only biologically female athletes can compete in women's events at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, using genetic testing to determine eligibility.
Grace Okonkwo New research shows 90% of Australian teachers report extreme stress, with two-thirds experiencing depression and anxiety symptoms. The crisis points to systemic workload problems that money alone cannot fix.
Grace Okonkwo Australia's first major schools funding agreement in a decade commits $16.5 billion over ten years with specific targets for attendance, literacy and numeracy. The progress report released March 25 reveals what the government is betting on to close the gap.
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Naomi Craig, who pleaded guilty to 15 child sexual abuse charges, faces delayed sentencing in Western Australia as courts wait for psychiatric assessment before determining her penalty.
Grace Okonkwo Tasmanian teachers have launched an indefinite ban on administering NAPLAN tests, sparking rolling strikes this week. The dispute centres on pay offers the union says are inadequate for a workforce under strain.
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A new consumer survey reveals Aldi's school lunchbox basket costs $75.98, more than $14 cheaper than Coles or Woolworths, potentially saving families hundreds annually.
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Elliot spent five years in gender limbo, feeling like an imposter in his own life. When his family moved to Victoria, he finally found the courage to come out. His story raises urgent questions about support for trans students.
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The federal government is asking the Fair Work Commission for wage rises that would allow low-paid workers to get ahead. The move puts the spotlight on balancing worker relief with inflation fears.
Grace Okonkwo Australia ranks third-worst in the OECD for teacher shortages, with 42% of secondary teachers in schools unable to find qualified staff. Disadvantaged schools are hit hardest as burnout drives nearly half of teachers to consider leaving.
Grace Okonkwo Young Australians fleeing cities for regional affordability are arriving at precisely the wrong moment, as El Niño conditions, a fuel crisis, and accelerating rents converge to undermine the economic foundation of rural communities.
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Nicole Ozer, a legal expert who has shaped California's strongest privacy laws, has been appointed executive director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, effective June 1.
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Half of Australia's newest Teach For Australia cohort are career changers bringing real-world expertise to classrooms. But research shows keeping them in the profession is the real test.
Grace Okonkwo Australian families are facing record private school fees and growing cost pressures. New data reveals 71% of parents are making sacrifices to afford education, even as independent school enrolments continue to climb.
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SoftBank is building a 10-gigawatt AI datacenter in Ohio on former nuclear weapons facilities, with private partners funding $4.2 billion in grid upgrades intended to protect ratepayers.
Grace Okonkwo As NAPLAN testing began in 2026, technical failures left students unable to log in, while officials warn that schools are misusing results as entrance exams contrary to the test's original design.
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Australia's Peter Bol missed out on a medal in the men's 800m final at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland, finishing fourth as American high school student Cooper Lutkenhaus became the youngest world champion ever.
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