US colleges are increasingly offering three-year bachelor's degree programmes that require 90 credits instead of the traditional 120. The programmes are now available or announced in 26 states, with 119 reduced-credit programmes identified by RAND. Supporters say they can save students time and money, while critics question their impact on learning, professional licensing, graduate admissions and employer acceptance.

As of now, August 27 will not see a nationwide school holiday across India. Decisions on school closures will be left to local authorities, taking weather and safety into account. Heavy rainfall is expected in various states, particularly Uttarakhand and Odisha, which may lead to interruptions. Moreover, Gurugram has taken steps to ensure safe transportation for students.

Caltech researchers have developed BrainCAB, a small-molecule delivery system designed to help medicines cross the blood-brain barrier. The technology modifies brinzolamide, a glaucoma drug, to bind to a receptor on brain blood vessels and transport therapeutic cargo into the brain. Tested in rodents and nonhuman primates, BrainCAB increased delivery of an antibody-based cancer treatment. The preclinical platform could potentially support delivery of antibodies, proteins and RNA medicines, though human trials are still required.

Delhi schools must increase preventive measures against seasonal influenza and H1N1. Students and staff need awareness of symptoms and basic hygiene practices. Schools should promote regular handwashing and maintain clean, well-ventilated environments. Self-medication is discouraged, and medical advice is recommended for any symptoms. District officials will monitor school compliance with these important health directives.

Maharashtra CET Cell has commenced choice filling for NEET UG 2026 counselling's first round. Candidates can submit college and program preferences until August 29, 2026, at 5:30 pm. The final allotment list for this Centralised Admission Process round will be released on August 30. Successful candidates must report to their allotted colleges between August 31 and September 4.

A study by researchers at MIT and Boston University found that the brain’s language network remains remarkably stable across adulthood, even as other cognitive systems become more vulnerable to ageing. Comparing younger and older adults, researchers observed similar language-related brain activity, including responses to unfamiliar words and unusual grammar. The findings suggest that accumulated language knowledge, such as vocabulary, may help preserve language abilities over time, offering new insights into healthy brain ageing.