Russian authorities are massively denying students admission to 10th grade, directing them to colleges for the needs of the military industry. In 2025, 62% of graduates went to technical schools, which also limits their deferment from the army.
The new DBN provide for more flexible approaches to design and smaller capacity of institutions. They will come into force on October 1, 2026.
77-year-old Yaroslav Kikot was last seen on July 21 in the village of Lypnyky. The man may be disoriented and not remember his place of residence.
Heavy rains in Chile caused the deaths of 13 people and the disappearance of seven. The government plans sanctions against energy companies due to power outages.
Prices for backpacks for first-graders start from 800 hryvnias, but quality models cost more.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russian administrations hold meetings between children and military personnel, presenting them as heroes. The goal is to form a positive attitude towards the Russian army and prepare young people for service.
The French Parliament has passed a law banning social media for children under 15 from the start of the school year. The law also prohibits mobile phones in upper secondary school classes, except for educational resources.
The Spanish government has approved a bill banning smoking on terraces, beaches and other public places. The document also equates electronic cigarettes to regular ones and introduces fines of up to 600 thousand euros.
In Kyiv, a lyceum teacher was fined 3,400 hryvnias for showing a cartoon in Russian to first-graders. The violation was discovered after a complaint from a student's father, a war veteran.
French lawmakers are set to approve a bill on Tuesday banning access to social media for children under 15. This puts France at the forefront of similar efforts in the EU.
The Ministry of Education assesses the damage from the missile strike on the "Convi" printing house, where almost 250,000 books were destroyed. The department plans to reprint the necessary educational literature for schools.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Czech Republic approved a bill banning gadgets in educational institutions. The restriction will take effect on September 1, 2027, with exceptions provided for children with medical indications.
People's Deputy Heorhiy Mazurashu has submitted bills that prohibit the sale of unhealthy food within a 400-meter radius of educational institutions. Violators face fines of up to 51,000 hryvnias.
Doctors advise choosing a backpack with an orthopedic back and S-shaped straps for even weight distribution. The weight of a filled backpack for primary school children should not exceed 10% of their body weight.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5. 5-5.6 struck the Junín region in central Peru. At least five people died, dozens of houses were destroyed, and there are power outages.
The Ugandan authorities have suspended all school excursions after a bus accident in which 20 students and one adult died. The Minister of Education issued an order for an immediate suspension until further notice.
Applicants can submit up to 10 applications for bachelor's degree through the electronic cabinet until August 1. For each application, it is necessary to set priority, which cannot be changed after submission.
The "Created by Women" Award is an annual initiative of the Franco-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Its goal is to support and develop women's entrepreneurship in Ukraine, promote gender equality, and foster sustainable economic growth.
The UK government has announced that social media will be unavailable by default for 16- and 17-year-olds from midnight to 6:00 AM. It also plans to disable autoplay and infinite scrolling to improve sleep and concentration.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the night attack by the Russian Federation, during which 135 drones and 10 missiles, including ballistic ones, were launched. He emphasized the need for the adoption of the 21st EU sanctions package and agreements on European anti-ballistic defense.
In Kyiv, a Russian attack set fire to a warehouse and cars, damaging a boarding school. There are no dead or injured.
According to the SZR, the number of bachelor's students in Belarus has almost quadrupled since 2020. The authorities compensate for the labor shortage by orienting students toward blue-collar professions.
The Ministry of Education and Science has approved the procedure for involving assistants for students with special educational needs in vocational colleges. The assistant will help with learning, practice, and creating safe conditions.
Typhoon Bavi in northeastern China caused flooding of roads and bridges. In the city of Shenyang, classes in schools, construction work, and outdoor events were suspended.
The UK government will direct over 250 million pounds to strengthen security for Jewish communities due to antisemitic attacks. The funds will allow for the deployment of over 500 additional police officers in England and Wales.
The government distributed UAH 7. 4 billion to local budgets for school meals. In total, UAH 14.4 billion is allocated for 2026 for free student meals.
