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BBC News
3 days ago
- Automotive
- BBC News
Try the Open University's vintage driving test
Would you pass an historic driving test? Have a go at The Open University's "Driving Through the Decades" online quiz below and see how you get on!Click here for the quiz!, external
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
To become a king or a slave is your choice, DKS tells students
Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday advised students that they have a choice to become a king by studying well or to become a servant by not focussing on studies. 'Studying well will pave the way in all fields, otherwise you will end up being a servant. The choice is yours. Where there is will there is way, but hard work is important,' he told the government school students while speaking at the 'School Commencement 2025-26' event in Adugodi. 'If we sow good seeds, we get good crops. Similarly, we get good citizens if we sow the seeds of knowledge. Students are our assets and the government is committed to provide them all that they need. Students should dream big and work hard towards their dream. Discipline is important in this journey. You dream should be not just to get an employment but to employ many people,' he added. 'India's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru termed children treasure of the country. Education is such a treasure that it can't be destroyed by anyone or anything. I joined politics when I was a student and hence could not focus on education. I realised lack education when I went to the Assembly and heard learned people speaking in the House. I decided to get my degree from Open University at the age of 47. That degree gave me more satisfaction than my accomplishments in politics.' 'Our government is working towards upgrading 2000 government schools to Karnataka Public Schools. We are trying to resolve the shortage of teachers by drawing them from private schools as well. Many Organisations have come forward to build these schools. Ramalinga Reddy has created history by upgrading all government schools in his constituency into Karnataka Public schools,' he said.
BBC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Film swordsman receives honorary degree for his work in the arts
A professional sword master who trains actors and appears in films has been recognised for his work in the Wilkinson, who lives in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, has been made an honorary graduate of the Open University which is based in Milton has performed in films including Henry V starring Kenneth Branagh, and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves featuring Kevin said the Master of University award was "humbling" and said: "This is the very first time in my career I have been acknowledged." Wilkinson has used his skills in fencing and other weaponry to help him gain an Equity card serves as proof of membership in the trade union for actors and creative practitioners. After discovering he was good at teaching, Wilkinson went on to gain a range of qualifications in coaching, eventually becoming head coach of his fencing 35 years in the business, he has featured in dozens of productions, as well as screenwriting, producing and was a writer, choreographer and director for Golden Swords, a play first performed at London's Globe led the British Academy of Fencing team to victory in the World Artistic Fencing Championships. He is an honorary professor of theatrical fencing for the has also written books on his own life in the industry. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Agriland
23-05-2025
- Science
- Agriland
Free rewilding course aimed at farmers and policymakers
Rewilding Europe has announced the launch of a new, free, online rewilding course, designed to make rewilding accessible and actionable for everyone. The course – 'Introduction to rewilding in Europe' – brings together insights from leading experts and practitioners across more than 20 European countries. Aimed at students, policymakers, farmers, artists, or those curious about nature recovery, the Massive Open Online Course – which is hosted by the Open University in the UK – is meant as a gateway to understanding rewilding and playing an active part in it. Rewilding Europe has said that those who complete the course won't just understand rewilding – they will be ready to make it happen. Rewilding Europe's head of upscaling, Amy Duthie said: 'Rewilding is growing at a phenomenal rate across Europe. 'Every day we're asked 'how can I start rewilding?' The truth is, everyone can. 'We've created this course to share our experience and showcase the best rewilding efforts across Europe, so that everyone has the information and inspiration to start rewilding.' Sharing lessons learned The eight-module course is said to be suitable for all learners and no prior knowledge required. It features real-life stories, the latest thinking in rewilding science, and practical tools to kickstart individual or community action. Each module explores rewilding in diverse landscapes – on land, in rivers, and at sea – and culminates in a personal rewilding action plan to turn new knowledge into practice. Rewilding Europe Rewilding Europe said that rewilding offers hope at a time of multiple global crises – biodiversity loss, climate change, and disconnection from the natural world. This course is an invitation to explore how rewilding can contribute to healthier ecosystems, stronger communities, and a more resilient future for all. 'Rewilding gives us a unique and exciting opportunity to ensure nature recovery delivers game-changing impact,' the group said. 'An opportunity to rediscover and reconnect with wild nature to improve our own health and well-being. This course is an invitation to be part of that change.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Increase in university tuition fees ruled out
Northern Ireland's economy minister has said she will not be increasing university tuition fees above the usual level of inflation. Caoimhe Archibald said while she recognised the challenges facing universities, she did not wish to "push that additional pressure on to students". It comes after the five universities and university colleges in Northern Ireland had called for tuition fees to rise by more than £1,000 a year. The proposal, which was sent in a letter to Stormont's main parties, would have increased annual fees for students to £5,831. The letter was signed by the heads of Queen's University Belfast, Ulster University and the Open University in Ireland, and supported by a separate letter from the principals of St Mary's University College and Stranmillis University College. It said that "without urgent intervention" there was a risk of "undermining productivity and long-term economic recovery". The institutions also said about a third of young people left Northern Ireland to study elsewhere "due to the continued Northern Ireland Executive policy on funding". Higher education is the responsibility of the Department for the Economy in Northern Ireland's devolved government. Archibald said the current funding model did not work. The Sinn Féin minister said she had written to ministerial colleagues to ask for higher education institutions to be "prioritised for in-year funding to address the challenges this year". "I want to work in partnership with our universities and students to find a sustainable way forward, and will work on a longer term solution as part of the three-year budget," she added. 'Increasing tuition fees will put people off university' How much does university cost in the UK? Archibald said she had "already committed to undertaking a review of higher education funding". Tuition fees in Northern Ireland were £4,750 in 2024/25. The figure increases annually in line with projected inflation. Most students take out a loan to cover their tuition fees and living costs, which they then pay back when they begin working after graduation. In England and Wales students currently pay £9,250, while Scottish students who remain in Scotland to study do not pay tuition fees. Students in the Republic of Ireland pay a maximum of €2,000 (£1,695) a year in fees. Ben Friel, president of the National Union of Students and Union of Students in Ireland, met the minister and welcomed her decision. "She made it very clear that she does not want to increase the financial burden on students, and we're relieved to hear that," he said. "Students at the minute are under immense pressure, and any more pressure would have been the final nail in the coffin for lots of students' academic journey." Tuition fees should be 'affordable' says economy minister 'Increasing tuition fees will put people off university'
