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Russia's Sport Ministry has awarded a contract to develop an app that assesses students' adherence to traditional values, including patriotism and ethics. The initiative aligns with Kremlin efforts to promote 'traditional values' and raises concerns about ideological monitoring in education.
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New York City plans to dismantle its gifted and talented (G&T) programs, citing equity concerns. Critics argue this will reduce opportunities for high-achieving students, especially from low- and middle-income families, and could worsen public school enrollment declines amid dissatisfaction with curriculum rigor.
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Recent UK Covid-19 Inquiry testimonies reveal Boris Johnson's government delayed planning and underestimated the impact of school closures on children. Evidence suggests many children suffered long-term health and developmental issues, including Long Covid, with critics calling the response a failure. The inquiry continues to examine accountability.