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Mayo school appeals for information after convent and chapel vandalism

THE PRINCIPAL of a secondary school in Co. Mayo has appealed for information after the school's convent and chapel was grievously vandalised.

Newark boxing gym expands alternative education programme

An alternative education provider is helping young individuals to “belong, believe and achieve” with the launch of its new facilities. Earlier this year, Suggy’s Gym in Newark launched the Suggy’s Champions Academy by opening its first classroom catering to children who are unable to attend mainstream school for various reasons.

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AELF Acquires Two Airbus A330 Aircraft on Lease to Wamos Air

CHICAGO, IL / ACCESS Newswire / November 9, 2026 / AELF has acquired two Airbus A330 aircraft on lease to Madrid-based Wamos Air from entities managed by AerCap. The aircraft include an A330-300 manufactured in 2011 and an A330-200 manufactured in 2009.

UAE's HCT Holds Record Graduation and Announces Major Training Expansion

The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) marked a milestone in UAE education by hosting the nation's largest university graduation ceremony, awarding degrees to more than 6,700 students at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena. Simultaneously, the institution unveiled ambitious plans to expand its professional training capabilities through its In^X Education arm.

Oxford faces complaints over lecturer’s classroom attire

Former students and academics have criticised Oxford University and St Hilda’s College over lecturer Matt Rattley’s use of large breast prosthetics and low-cut clothing while teaching.

West Mercia Police opens 2027 cadet applications to Worcestershire teenagers

YOUNG people in Worcestershire aged 15 or 16 years old with an interest in joining the force are being invited to consider becoming a West Mercia Police cadet. Teens who are currently in Year 11 and would like to be considered for the 2027 intake of the North Worcestershire unit should fill in an expression of interest form.

Goa plans relationship-readiness course amid concern over divorces

Goa College of Home Science is set to launch an open certificate course on marriage preparedness from December, encouraging young adults to understand themselves and their partners before taking the plunge. The initiative seeks to help participants assess their emotional maturity, learn the importance of compromise and forgiveness, and understand the challenges of sustaining a long-term relationship.

AELF Closes $85 Million Financing Facility With Merchants Bank

CHICAGO, IL / ACCESS Newswire / November 2, 2026 / AELF has completed an $85 million revolving credit facility with Merchants Bank. The financing will be used to enhance the aircraft leasing company's business development goals and expand its mid-life aircraft portfolio.

South Korea to prosecute students cheating with smart glasses

South Korea will file criminal complaints against students caught cheating on a national university entrance exam with smart glasses and toughen penalties for their use, a government official told AFP Friday.

Lethbridge students learn how city transit and transportation systems work

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Palestinian activist Khalil returns to Columbia after US detention

Mahmoud Khalil, a figurehead of Gaza war protests in the United States, returned Tuesday to Columbia University for the first time since his 2025 arrest under President Donald Trump's crackdown on pro-Palestinian activists.

New Zealand ex-PM Ardern to teach leadership in Sydney

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern will teach students about "empathetic leadership" after being hired for a new job at the University of Sydney.

Elvictor Group Secures Agreement for Up to US$5 Million in Equity Financing to Support Development of AI-Enabled Crew Platform

Any proceeds under the agreement are intended to support development of Elvictor's AI enabled platform for crew recruitment and management, with the goal of scaling services through an asset-light model.

UP schools close for Valmiki Jayanti as coastal states monitor cyclone risk

There is no nationwide Indian school closure on October 26, though Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Council schools will shut for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti and coastal states are watching cyclone forecasts.

Qatar Charity delivers Braille Qurans to blind readers in Kosovo and Albania

Qatar Charity distributed 250 Braille editions of the Quran in Kosovo and Albania, working with local Islamic bodies to expand access for blind readers.

France's Le Pen vows to restore 'rule of law' at presidential kickoff

Marine Le Pen, France's far-right candidate to succeed President Emmanuel Macron next year, vowed in her first campaign speech Sunday to "restore the rule of law" if elected next year.

UDST opens Fall 2027 admissions to students in Qatar and abroad

The University of Doha for Science and Technology has begun accepting applications for Fall 2027 across more than 80 diploma, bachelor’s and master’s programmes.

Far-right leader Le Pen kicks off tilt at French presidency amid nationwide protests

Marine Le Pen, France's far-right candidate to succeed President Emmanuel Macron in elections in six months, was to give her first campaign speech on Sunday, a day after protests sweeping the country again flared into violence.

'Fighting for our rights': Paris protesters determined to march on

Huddled beneath a tram stop shelter as rain fell and tear gas drifted through the streets of Paris, a group of university students looked on with dismay on Saturday as largely peaceful protests ended in clashes with police.

Police and protesters clash again at Albanian anti-government rally

Thousands rallied in Tirana on Saturday at a fresh anti-government rally after days of violent unrest in the Albanian capital, with police firing tear gas to disperse the crowd.

France to deploy 70,000 police ahead of new protests

France will deploy some 70,000 police nationwide as it braces for new protests this weekend after some of the worst urban violence in years erupted on the sidelines of demonstrations a week ago, the government said Friday.

France braces for new protests as Macron seeks to restore order

France was on Friday bracing for a weekend of new protests after some of the worst urban violence in years erupted on the sidelines of demonstrations a week ago, as President Emmanuel Macron sought to reclaim the initiative and restore order.

French authorities seek to ban or curb fresh protests

French authorities on Thursday imposed bans or restrictions on fresh protests springing up in the wake of demonstrations last weekend that degenerated into the worst street violence in years.

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Awarded $750,000 Federal Grant to Advance New Daily Service to Washington, D.C.

U.S. DOT Small Community Air Service Development Program award marks a major step toward restoring a second legacy carrier for the Crystal Coast and Craven County

'Like we had a war': France counts cost of violent protests

France was reeling on Sunday from widespread damage caused in violent protests the day before that saw 1,800 people arrested, a historic town hall torched and widespread looting.

France counts cost of violent protests, 1,800 arrested

France was reeling on Sunday from widespread damage caused in violent protests the day before that saw 1,800 people arrested, a historic town hall torched and widespread looting.

France's high-school student woes in numbers

France's student protests are fuelled by a range of grievances, from unreplaced teachers and crumbling buildings to broader inequalities in accessing a good education.

'Real inequality': France's education divide laid bare by protests

Students cheered as they stacked rubbish bins against the entrance to a school outside Paris, while a speaker thumped out French rap to young people, teachers and parents mingling in the early morning drizzle.

Argentine protesters, police clash at demo over university funding

Argentine demonstrators clashed with police on Thursday at a major protest in Buenos Aires over budget-slashing President Javier Milei's education spending.

PM condemns 'chaos' as violent protests grip Albania

Protesters and police clashed in Albania's capital on Thursday, the third straight day of violence, with prime minister Edi Rama condemning "chaos" that has left government buildings badly damaged.

Online 'witch hunt' sweeps up Asians misidentified as US rape accused

One message told him to "go to hell." Others said he deserved to be imprisoned. Death threats poured in.

Government buildings torched in violent Albanian protests

Anti-government protests in Albania's capital left several official buildings badly damaged and at least one on fire on Wednesday as demonstrations spiralled into violence for a second straight night.

Cornell suspends frat parties after alleged gang rape

Cornell University on Tuesday suspended fraternities' parties and social events for the remaining academic year following outcry over an alleged gang rape at one of the elite college's all-male clubs.

'We're not giving up': Activist Thunberg joins France student protests

Thousands of protesters marched through central Paris on Tuesday as part of nationwide demonstrations supporting high school pupils who have been protesting for better classroom conditions, with Swedish activist Greta Thunberg taking part.

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