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Where to for matriculants as universities face a deluge of applications

More than 300 000 matriculants achieved a bachelor's pass and qualified for university admission. However, as there are far fewer places than applications, the hopes and dreams of some of these young people will either be delayed or crushed.

by: MSN

China hits jackpot, finds 1.15 million ton rare earth mineral deposits in Yunnan

Hot on the heels of uncovering a series of massive mineral deposits, China has just discovered a new enormous rare earth deposit in Honghe, located in Yunnan province. According to Chinese media sources,
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After Nikhil Kamath, PM Narendra Modi To Appear On Lex Fridman's Podcast

Lex Fridman announces his first visit to India for an interview with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking an exciting podcast debut.

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Time's up for US TikTokers: What does this mean for users and content creators?

TikTok's app was removed from prominent app stores in the US - just before a federal law that would have banned the popular social media platform was scheduled to go into effect.

by: CNET

TikTok is Banned in the US: Here Are 8 Replacement Apps

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Fairbanks police: sergeant OK after DUI suspect rams car before arrest

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by: Time

This CEO Wants to Bring Back Supersonic Passenger Travel

On Jan. 27, the XB-1 aircraft, the brainchild of Blake Scholl's company Boom Supersonic, is expected to break the sound barrier.

by: nation

Wasted dreams: How school system fails 4 out of 5 KCSE candidates

At AIC Kosyin in Soy, more than half of the 24 candidates scored E, with the top three achieving a D plain. At Wareng Secondary School, President William Ruto's alma mater, had 365 out of 401 candidates qualifying for TVETs, with only six students scoring a B plain.

by: MLive

Meet the Teacher: She loves building the blocks of learning for kindergarteners

She gained a love of teaching at an early age, with her mother Margaret Remenar working for many years as an elementary teacher at Ovid-Elsie Area Schools. While attending that same district, Zalud's ambition for learning grew into a fascination with brain science.

by: BBC

Seven planets are lining up in the sky next month. This is what it really means

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by: BGR

How to use iPhone 16's Visual Intelligence feature

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by: Yahoo

Inmate found dead at OK County Jail Saturday night

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by: Forbes

Dr. King's Vision For Workforce Development Promotes Economic Growth

King understood that achieving equality required addressing not only racial injustice but also the structural barriers to education and economic opportunity.

by: NHK

Japan, India foreign ministers reaffirm bilateral cooperation

Japan's Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and his Indian counterpart, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, have reaffirmed the importance of cooperation between their countries, ahead of the launch of a new US administration.

by: MSN

IITian Baba expelled from Juna Akhara for abusing; engineer-turned sanyasi refutes

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by: MSN

COMET model enhances disease prediction with deep learning

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by: Yahoo

The OnePlus 13 paradox [Video]

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by: MSN

India Nominated To Prestigious UN Data Panels, Strengthening Global Role In Data Science

India has made a major leap in the global data and statistics arena by securing nominations to two prestigious United Nations panels. These nominations will allow India to play a crucial role in shaping global standards for data science and big data use in official statistics.

by: MSN

Cosmic first: Astronomers observed real-time formation of black hole jets

by: MSN

Science-Fiction Movies That Made a Complete Mockery Of Real Science

Everyone has a favorite science-fiction movie. This is one of the movie genres that's been around the longest and had an incredible impact on the film industry. After movies like Star Wars and The Matrix were born,

by: MSN

CTRI to transform into NIRCA; shifts focus to high-value commercial crops

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by: MSN

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow claims capture of towns in east as six dead in overnight attacks

Moscow claims capture of towns in east as six dead in overnight attacks - Ukrainian military officials dismissed suggestions that Russian forces had breached Pokrovsk, a critical transport hub

by: MSN

Who is Lex Fridman? The MIT podcaster preparing to interview PM Modi in February

Lex Fridman, the American MIT researcher and podcaster, will interview Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2025. This marks Fridman's first visit to India, and the podcast is expected to focus on India's advancements in AI,

by: MSN

Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (RXRX): Revolutionizing Drug Discovery with AI and Strategic Collaborations for Strong Growth

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IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti Praises Cow Urine for Its 'Medicinal Value'; Viral Video, Sparks Controversy

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by: MSN

Curalife's 'Curaslim' Brings Innovation to the $177 Billion Chronic Wellness Supplement Market

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

MTSU Mondays: Students design 'Relaxation Station,' 350K grant to develop technicians

Middle Tennessee State University students will begin the spring semester Tuesday with an on-campus space to unwind, relax and recharge thanks to a group of interior architecture seniors who created a "Relaxation Station" within repurposed space within the Health,

by: MSN

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by: MSN

Students explore engineering through Future City competition

Students from in and around Central Pennsylvania faced off in the annual Future City competition Saturday. "We started this 20 years ago," said cofounder of the Central PA chapter, William Sutton. "The whole mission for us is to make engineering exciting and accessible for young kids.

by: MSN

H5N1 In US: Department Of Health Speeds Up Development Of New Bird Flu Vaccine Amid Pandemic Scare

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by: MSN

Moove over, cows: Hebrew U researchers craft perfect bite of meat by designing plant-based steaks

The researchers at the Jerusalem institution do this by molding new metamaterials for the kitchen to reduce greenhouse gases and wasted water.

by: MSN

Odisha-Singapore sign eight pacts on Day 1 of President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's visit

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by: MSN

Reno high school wildfire science program enters second year

The Bureau of Land Management wildland firefighters started the second year of the Fire Science Career and Technical Education program.

by: MSN

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OFAC sanctioned Sichuan Juxinhe Network Technology Co., a Chinese cybersecurity company, and Yin Kecheng, a Shanghai-based cyber actor.

by: WRVO

Syracuse STEAM High School now accepting applications

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by: Reuters

European shares steady as Trump's inauguration takes centre stage

European shares edged higher on Monday, supported by banks and technology stocks, as investors braced for Donald Trump's inauguration as U.S. president.

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Chief of top Indian university sparks backlash for promoting 'medicinal value' of cow urine

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Where to for matriculants as universities face a deluge of applications

More than 300 000 matriculants achieved a bachelor's pass and qualified for university admission. However, as there are far fewer places than applications, the hopes and dreams of some of these young people will either be delayed or crushed.
The article from News24 discusses the overwhelming number of applications received by South African universities for the 2025 academic year, highlighting the intense competition for limited spots. Despite the high demand, universities like the University of Pretoria and the University of Johannesburg have seen application numbers soar, with the former receiving over 170,000 applications for just 10,000 first-year places. This surge is attributed to a combination of factors including a large pool of matriculants, the allure of higher education, and the economic necessity for better job prospects. The article also touches on the challenges faced by students, such as the pressure of meeting application deadlines, the financial burden of education, and the emotional toll of potential rejection. It suggests that alternative educational paths like TVET colleges and online learning platforms are becoming more viable options for those unable to secure university admission. Additionally, universities are implementing stricter admission criteria and encouraging students to consider less popular courses or institutions to manage the influx.

Read the Full News24 Article at:
https://www.news24.com/citypress/news/where-to-for-matriculants-as-universities-face-a-deluge-of-applications-20250119

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