More than 60 United Nations offices, agencies and operations have been ordered to submit proposals by mid-June to cut 20% of their staff, as part of a major reform effort to consolidate operations in the face of a critical funding crunch. The cuts affect about 14,000 posts covered by the regular budget, or about 2,800…
Trump’s proposed federal education cuts could leave Virginia schools with a $2.4B shortfall. (Getty Images) Virginia schools could face a significant financial crisis if President Donald Trump’s proposed federal education cuts are implemented. The Commonwealth currently receives approximately $2.4 billion annually in federal funds to support its public education system, including programs for high-poverty schools,…
The Pell Grant program faces a $2.7 billion funding shortfall for the 2025 fiscal year, raising concerns over financial aid for low-income students. A surge in enrollment and rising costs have intensified the crisis, with experts warning of potential grant reductions. Without congressional intervention, higher education affordability could worsen, leaving many students struggling to fund…