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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1927, Simone Veil, French lawyer and politician, President of the European Parliament (died 2017) was born. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1944, Cyril Knowles, English footballer and manager (died 1991) was born. In 1961, Tahira Asif, Pakistani politician (died 2014) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Lebanon Cancels National Exams
Lebanon’s Education Minister, Rima Karami, has announced the cancellation of official secondary school and technical baccalaureate examinations for the 2025–2026 academic year, citing ongoing security challenges that prevent the safe and equal organization of nationwide exams.
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The Tribune
· Jun 21, 2026
NEET 2026 “successfully conducted” in Qatar, 598 students take exam: Indian Embassy
The Embassy of India in Qatar announced that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 was successfully conducted in Doha, with 598 students appearing for the examination.
Al-Monitor
· Jun 25, 2026
Lebanon cancels national high school exams due to war: What to know
Lebanon has canceled its national exams for the year due to the war and ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, following weeks of pressure on the Education Ministry.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 25, 2026
NECO releases 2026 BECE results, schedules re-sit examination
The National Examinations Council, NECO, has released the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination, BECE. A total of 186,291 candidates registered for the examination, which covered 12 subjects. The candidates were drawn from the 36 states of the federation, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and five foreign countries. The examination commenced on April [] NECO releases 2026 BECE results, schedules re-sit examination
UrduPoint
· Jul 8, 2026
Intermediate examination concludes under Rawalpindi board
Intermediate examination concludes under Rawalpindi board
India TV News
· Jun 21, 2026
NEET re-exam 2026 concludes; fate of nearly 23 lakh aspirants set to be decided next month
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 re-exam has been concluded, around 23 lakh aspirants appeared for re-NEET held from 2 pm to 5:15 pm today, June 21. Apart from India, NEET re-exam was held at an abroad exam centre in Riyadh.
Middle East News 247
· Jun 29, 2026
Alef Education Ensures Continuous Learning for Over 246,000 UAE Students During Nationwide Distance Learning
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, successfully supported learning continuity for 246,326 students across 518 schools in the UAE following the nationwide transition to distance learning in March 2026. Through Alef Platform, students resumed lessons without a single day of disruption, demonstrating the strength and scalability of a platform designed to [] The post Alef Education Ensures Continuous Learning for Over 246,000 UAE Students During Nationwide Distance Learning appeared first on Middle East News 247.
Guineematin.com
· Jul 3, 2026
Fin du Bac 2026 : soulagement et satisfaction au lycée 3 avril de Kankan
Le Baccalauréat session 2026 a officiellement pris fin ce vendredi 3 juillet 2026 sur toute l’étendue du territoire national. À Kankan, cet examen national s’achève sur une note de soulagement et de satisfaction. Malgré plusieurs cas d’élimination pour fraude et manquements aux règles des examens, surveillants et candidats saluent le bon déroulement des épreuves, rapporte [] The post Fin du Bac 2026 : soulagement et satisfaction au lycée 3 avril de Kankan first appeared on Guineematin.com.
Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 25, 2026
NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), with a total of 186,291 candidates participating in the examination nationwide. Director of Information, Azeez Sani, in a statement that he signed, said candidates registered for 12 subjects and were drawn from the 36 states of the federation, [] The post NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Kuwait Times
· Jun 29, 2026
High school students, parents wrap up 12-year journey with joyful farewells
KUWAIT: Families waited eagerly outside public schools across Kuwait on Sunday and Monday, ready to welcome high schoolers walking out of their final exams from the art and science...
Arutz Sheva
· Jul 1, 2026
Exams on Shabbat? Iran's Education Ministry found a solution
Iran's Education Ministry approved a special arrangement allowing observant Jewish students to take matriculation exams without violating Shabbat.
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jun 22, 2026
NEET 2026 ‘successfully conducted’ in Qatar, says Indian Embassy
Indian Embassy in Qatar confirms successful test in Doha for 598 students; over 20 lakh candidates appear in total
Guinee news
· Jun 29, 2026
Examens nationaux 2026 : à Ratoma, le bac démarre entre rigueur, mérite et lutte contre la fraude
Le coup d’envoi des épreuves du baccalauréat unique, session 2026, a été officiellement donné ce lundi 29 juin à l’école primaire Kipé 2, dans la commune de Ratoma. Une cérémonie marquée par la présence de plusieurs autorités éducatives et administratives, venues réaffirmer l’engagement de l’État à garantir des examens crédibles, équitables et inclusifs. Parmi les []
Legit.ng
· Jun 27, 2026
Man whose fiancée failed ICAN gets emotional, shares what she did at night
A young man whose fiancée took part in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) examination explains what she did at night after she failed the exam.
Dateline Nigeria
· Jul 13, 2026
FG suspends proposed WAEC, NECO fee increase, orders fresh consultations
The Federal Government has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The Federal Ministry of Education announced this in a press release dated 13th July 2026, signed by the Director of Press and Public The post FG suspends proposed WAEC, NECO fee increase, orders fresh consultations appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Times of India
· Jul 7, 2026
UAE revokes Ajman's Horizon University licence over 'severe and repeated' violations; students to be transferred
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education revoked Horizon University College's license due to severe and repeated violations. This action immediately halts all academic activities and student admissions at the institution. The ministry is coordinating with other universities to ensure students can continue their education. Affected learners will receive support during this transition process. This move reinforces the UAE's commitment to maintaining high academic standards.
Yemen Press Agency
· Jul 4, 2026
UNICEF: Around 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing new school year
BEIRUT, July 04 (YPA) – About 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing the new school year unless war-damaged schools are repaired by September, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said in a statement Thursday. The warning came after a nationwide survey by UNICEF and Lebanon’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education found widespread damage across the []
NDTV
· Jul 10, 2026
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 LIVE: Final Scorecard Anytime Soon
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026: Students who appeared for the exam, held from May 15 to May 21, can check their scores once released. Check updates here.
The Guardian
· Jul 4, 2026
Overseas education project for women and girls axed by UK after two years
The programme, aimed at keeping 1m girls in school across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, withdrawn after aid cutsA leading higher education programme, aimed at keeping 1 million girls in school across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, has been axed by the British government just two years after it was announced.The scheme, Strengthening higher education for female empowerment (SHEFE), which was unveiled with some fanfare two years ago by the outgoing Conservative government, had a £45m budget to increase access to higher education for 1 million students worldwide. It has now had its tender withdrawn, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said. Continue reading...
The Economic Times
· Jun 21, 2026
NEET-UG re-exam concludes; students describe paper
NEET-UG re-exam concludes; students describe paper
The New Zealand Herald
· Jun 28, 2026
More than 5000 teens fail NCEA numeracy test four times or more
More than 5000 teens fail NCEA numeracy test four times or more
Arab Times Online
· Jun 27, 2026
One More Exam Paper Leaked in India, Questions Mount Over Corruption, Accountability and Education System Failures
MUMBAI, June 28: The Maharashtra Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday across the state, has been postponed after the examination paper was allegedly...
Libya Update News
· Jun 29, 2026
Conclusion of Evaluation Activities for the Arab Reading Challenge Initiative at the Education Office in Sirte and Honoring Outstanding Participants
Sirte – The evaluation committee for the Arabic Reading Challenge initiative at the municipal education office in Sirte concluded its activities Monday on the stage of 17 February Hawks School. The event was attended by Sirte’s Director of Education, Miftah Abdelkafi, along with directors of the offices of private education, school activities, and media and... Read more Source The post Conclusion of Evaluation Activities for the Arab Reading Challenge Initiative at the Education Office in Sirte and Honoring Outstanding Participants appeared first on Libya Update News.
Vanguard News
· Jul 12, 2026
FG increases WAEC, NECO registration fees to N50,000
The examinations are conducted for internal candidates who are finishing their Senior Secondary School education. WAEC just finished this year's exam a few weeks ago, while NECO's is ongoing. The post FG increases WAEC, NECO registration fees to N50,000 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nepal News
· Jul 7, 2026
एसईई पूरक परीक्षाको नतिजा सार्वजनिक
काठमाडौँ। राष्ट्रिय परीक्षा बोर्डले माध्यमिक शिक्षा परीक्षा(एसइई) पूरक परीक्षाको नतिजा सार्वजनिक गरेको छ। राष्ट्रिय परीक्षा बोर्डअन्तर्गतको परीक्षा नियन्त्रण कार्यालय (कक्षा १०)ले नतिजा सार्वजनिक गरेको हो। पूरक परीक्षा असार १ देखि ७ गतेसम्म सञ्चालन भएको थियो। पूरक परीक्षामा १ लाख ४८ हजार ५ सय ७ जना परीक्षार्थी रहेकामा १ लाख २९ हजार १ सय ९४ जना सहभागी []
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Related coverage for "Lebanon Cancels National Exams": The Tribune — NEET 2026 “successfully conducted” in Qatar, 598 students take exam: Indian Embassy. Al-Monitor — Lebanon cancels national high school exams due to war: What to know. Daily Post Nigeria — NECO releases 2026 BECE results, schedules re-sit examination. UrduPoint — Intermediate examination concludes under Rawalpindi board. India TV News — NEET re-exam 2026 concludes; fate of nearly 23 lakh aspirants set to be decided next month . Middle East News 247 — Alef Education Ensures Continuous Learning for Over 246,000 UAE Students During Nationwide Distance Learning. Guineematin.com — Fin du Bac 2026 : soulagement et satisfaction au lycée 3 avril de Kankan. Voice of Nigeria — NECO Releases 2026 BECE Results. Kuwait Times — High school students, parents wrap up 12-year journey with joyful farewells. Arutz Sheva — Exams on Shabbat? Iran's Education Ministry found a solution. The Hindu BusinessLine — NEET 2026 ‘successfully conducted’ in Qatar, says Indian Embassy. Guinee news — Examens nationaux 2026 : à Ratoma, le bac démarre entre rigueur, mérite et lutte contre la fraude. Legit.ng — Man whose fiancée failed ICAN gets emotional, shares what she did at night. Dateline Nigeria — FG suspends proposed WAEC, NECO fee increase, orders fresh consultations. Times of India — UAE revokes Ajman's Horizon University licence over 'severe and repeated' violations; students to be transferred. Yemen Press Agency — UNICEF: Around 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing new school year. NDTV — CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 LIVE: Final Scorecard Anytime Soon. The Guardian — Overseas education project for women and girls axed by UK after two years. The Economic Times — NEET-UG re-exam concludes; students describe paper . The New Zealand Herald — More than 5000 teens fail NCEA numeracy test four times or more. Arab Times Online — One More Exam Paper Leaked in India, Questions Mount Over Corruption, Accountability and Education System Failures. Libya Update News — Conclusion of Evaluation Activities for the Arab Reading Challenge Initiative at the Education Office in Sirte and Honoring Outstanding Participants. Vanguard News — FG increases WAEC, NECO registration fees to N50,000. Nepal News — एसईई पूरक परीक्षाको नतिजा सार्वजनिक

