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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
State to administer anti-filariasis drugs to 1.27cr residents from Aug 10
Ranchi: To eliminate lymphatic filariasis from state, the department of health, medical education and family welfare will roll out the second round of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) from August 10, targeting over 1.27 crore people across 80 identified blocks in nine districts. The round of MDA will include the administration of three medicines — DEC, Albendazole, and Ivermectin. Additional chief secretary of health department, Ajoy Kumar Singh said, "Anti-filariasis medicines are not just distributed but consumed in the presence of trained health workers to ensure efficacy. Make people aware about the importance of anti-filariasis medicines to stay safe from the disease." Singh appealed to departments such as Education, ICDS, Panchayati Raj, Urban Development, PHED, and Livelihood to cooperate actively in the MDA campaign. State programme officer Dr Birendra Kumar Singh said, "Every eligible individual will be reached. The MDA hinges on detailed micro-planning, community awareness, and strong monitoring. Review meetings will be held daily at district and block levels, with a state-level assessment during the campaign to ensure proper implementation. If the community consistently takes the prescribed anti-filarial medicines annually for five years, the disease can be eliminated from the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 15 Most Beautiful Women in the World Undo " Moreover, the state is also proactively implementing the STOP Diarrhoea Campaign, running from July 1 to August 14, aiming to prevent child deaths due to diarrhoea. Experts said with diarrhoea contributing to 4.1% of child mortality under the age of five in India, the state is taking comprehensive measures under the campaign.
CBC
7 hours ago
- General
- CBC
First standalone Islamic school in south Edmonton breaks ground
An Edmonton community is one step closer to achieving its dream after breaking ground Wednesday at the city's first standalone Islamic school on the south side. The Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Academy's future facility, spanning nearly 40 acres at 8615 41st Ave., surrounded by canola fields and farmland, is slated to open its doors in September 2026. "The need is huge," said Dr. Osama Namaruish, president of the Omar Ibn Al Khattab Centre, as cranes and bulldozers rumbled behind him. "There are other Islamic schools, mostly in the north side. The waiting time is in the thousands." With 120 students, the academy's current independent K-9 school operates out of the Omar Ibn Al Khattab Centre (OIAC) on Parson's Road. Other Islamic schools in south Edmonton operate out of leased spaces, warehouses and mosques, but this will be the first purpose-built school in the area, an OIAC spokesperson told CBC. Plans for the future $30 million academy include 22 classrooms, sports fields, a prayer hall for 300 worshippers, a commercial kitchen and a community centre. The money to build the new facility is being raised through a fundraising campaign and private donations. "We want to see a proper school that has proper sport fields that is welcoming to the community, Muslims and non-Muslims," Namaruish said. "It's a place where people will socialize, people will meet, some interfaith dialogue will happen and people will talk to each other and understand each other." According to OIAC, more than 5,000 Muslim students live south of 23rd Avenue. Among them is Daniyaal Saeed, 13, whose commute time to the Parsons Road location in heavy traffic can take as long as 30 minutes each way. But for Saeed, it's worth it. "We got to learn about our religion, our history, everything," Saeed told CBC News. "Everybody knows each other. Everybody's kind to each other. They don't hate on religions, because we all have the same religion." Coun. Keren Tang said the new school will also help to alleviate the pressures of population growth in Ward Karhiio. "It responds to a bit of the growth pressure here. It responds to some of the school challenges that we're talking about and I think it's going to add to the overall community," Teng said.
Gulf Business
9 hours ago
- General
- Gulf Business
UAE's new school calendar: Term dates, holidays revealed
With the approval of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, Read- The revised calendar sets standardised dates for the beginning and end of the academic year, the conclusion of each term, and term breaks. It will be implemented nationwide across all schools, regardless of curriculum, According to the ministry, the changes are designed to enhance family cohesion and create a more balanced learning environment in alignment with the goals of the 'Year of Community.' Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Education, said the calendar represents a qualitative shift in managing the academic year. 'This unified calendar is part of our national approach to achieving the goals of the 'Year of Community' by fostering a socially connected and balanced educational ecosystem,' she said. She added that consistent holiday dates will also help cultural, tourism, and community organisations align their activities with the academic calendar, reinforcing the connection between education and broader society. Term dates and holiday breaks announced The academic year will begin on August 25, 2025, with the first term ending on December 7, 2025. Students will then enjoy a four-week winter break from December 8, 2025 to January 4, 2026, resuming classes on January 5, 2026. The second term runs from January 5 to March 15, 2026, followed by a two-week spring break from March 16 to 29, 2026. Classes will resume on March 30, except for private schools in Sharjah, where the term resumes on March 23. The third term will begin on March 30 and conclude on July 3, 2026, with Sharjah schools ending one day earlier on July 2. The schedule is designed to provide a balanced academic year that supports student learning and overall well-being. Mid-term breaks and flexibility for private schools The updated calendar also introduces mid-term breaks for public and private schools following the government curriculum. These short breaks are intended to reduce academic pressure and promote student wellness. The first mid-term break is scheduled for October 13–19, 2025, during the longest academic term. The second break will take place from February 11–15, 2026, offering students a pause during the winter term. A third break is planned for May 25–31, 2026, aligning with the Eid Al Adha holiday. Private schools not following the national curriculum are allowed to schedule their own October and February breaks, provided each does not exceed five consecutive days and remains within the designated months. These schools are required to align with the national calendar while accommodating their operational needs. The ministry emphasised that all schools must adhere to the approved calendar, including administering final assessments and completing curriculum requirements in the final week of each term. Exceptions apply only to students taking pre-scheduled international exams. Additionally, private schools following the government curriculum must comply with the centralised test calendar used in public schools.
Wall Street Journal
9 hours ago
- General
- Wall Street Journal
The Most-Taught Books in American Classrooms Have Barely Changed in 30 Years
Teenagers in English classrooms today in many ways seem a world apart from students decades ago. The books sitting on their desks, however, are remarkably similar. Classics including Shakespeare plays, F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby' and Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible' all appear in the top 10 books assigned by English teachers at public middle and high schools today, according to a new report. Six of the top 10—John Steinbeck's 'Of Mice and Men' and 'Hamlet' among them—overlap with the most-taught books reported in an influential 1989 study.
Dubai Eye
12 hours ago
- General
- Dubai Eye
UAE announces unified school calendar for 2025–2026
The UAE's Ministry of Education has announced a new unified school calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year, approved by the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council. The calendar applies to all public and private schools nationwide, setting standardised dates for term starts, end of the three terms and end-of-term holidays. It aims to enhance family cohesion, promote student well-being and align with the goals of the 'Year of Community.' The new academic year officially begins on August 25, 2025, with the first term concluding with a four-week winter break from December 8, 2025 to January 4, 2026, with classes resuming on January 5. The second term runs until March 15, followed by a spring break from March 16 to 29, with the third term running from March 30 to July 3. Schools in Sharjah will reopen on March 23 for the third term and wrap up on July 2. To ease academic pressure, the calendar also introduces three mid-term breaks for public and private schools following the government's curriculum: October 13 to 19, 2025 February 11 to 15, 2026 May 25 to 31, 2026, aligning with Eid Al Adha Private schools not following the national curriculum may schedule mid-term breaks in October and February, but each must not exceed five consecutive days and must remain within the designated months. The Ministry has emphasized that schools must adhere to the calendar, including conducting assessments through the final week of each term. Exceptions apply only to students sitting for international exams. The goal, officials say, is a more balanced and connected academic experience that supports both educational excellence and community well-being. Following the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council's approval . . Ministry of Education unveils new school calendar for Academic Year 2025-2026 — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) July 23, 2025
