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PISA in Focus No. 73 - Do students spend enough time learning?

In some countries and economies, such as Beijing-Shanghai-Jiangsu-Guangdong (China), Qatar,Thailand, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates, students spend at least 54 hours per week learning at and outside of school combined, whereas in others, like Finland, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and Uruguay, students spend less than 40 hours studying.




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Register for the webinar - PISA 2015 Results (Volume V): Collaborative Problem Solving (Tuesday, 21 November,16:00 Paris time)

The assessment examines students’ ability to work with two or more people to try to solve a problem. The report highlights how students’ gender, socio-economic status and immigrant background are related to their performance in the assessment and to their attitudes towards collaboration in general.




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Pawan Kalyan to his Jana Sena members: Kindly, focus on helping victims (Vizag gas leak) families

Pawan Kalyan has urged political parties and Jan Sainiks not to protest over the Vizag gas leak when the country is battling COVID-19.




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Stimulating entrepreneurial mindsets and behaviours in east German higher education: State of play and inspiring practices

As part of the OECD LEED project on university support for entrepreneurship in eastern Germany, undertaken in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Regional Development, this handbook presents highlights of results of a series of case studies and a university survey.




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Workshop: Potential of social enterprises for job creation and green economy - how to stimulate their start and development?

The last decade has seen considerable policy attention to the social economy and its contribution to employment, in particular as regards the inclusion and empowerment of vulnerable workers and the provision of appropriate working conditions.




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Urban green growth is about asking the right questions at the right time - Insights Blog

Are you a city-dweller, concerned about the challenges of urbanisation, resilience and inclusiveness? Cities and urban areas represent unrivalled concentrations of people, economic growth, commercial networks, and innovation – and have the potential to make a significant contribution to the transition towards a low-carbon world.




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Revision 1 of the Resource Compendium of PRTR Release Estimation Techniques Part 1: Summary of Point Source Techniques

This document outlines basic background information on release estimation techniques (RETs) for point sources and provides resources on available RETs of different national/regional Pollutant Release and Transfer Register systems. It was originally published in 2002, and has been updated to reflect new and additional information.




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The Fast Lane: summertime, and the working gets easy

A summer office set-up reminds us that we don’t need gimmicks in the workplace to keep colleagues happy




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This is no time for a UK stimulus

The current period is reminiscent of 1937, when Keynes said the time was wrong to boost spending



















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Will Covid-19 survivors face a lifetime of illness like those who battled polio?

Kirstin Coutney, pictured with her daughter Tilly, contracted Covid-19.  The 49-year-old mother of two from Bath is still suffering crippling fatigue, six weeks after developing the virus.




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Matt Hancock now 'on borrowed time' after battles with Michael Gove, Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson

Matt Hancock is living on 'borrowed time' as Health Secretary following clashes with the three most powerful members of the Government over the Covid crisis, The Mail on Sunday has been told.




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Exploring The Retreat at Blue Lagoon, Iceland's ultimate hideaway

The Mail on Sunday's Sarah Turner checked into The Retreat, which takes Iceland's most seminal experience - bathing in the milky waters of the Blue Lagoon - and raises it to new levels.




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Boy, 4, who beat coronavirus and battled rare cancer is allowed outside for first time in two months

Essex cancer patient Archie Wilks, four, (right) was allowed outdoors for a family walk after testing negative for coronavirus. He walked through fields with his twin brother Henry (left) and parents.




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Matt Hancock now 'on borrowed time' after battles with Michael Gove, Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson

Matt Hancock is living on 'borrowed time' as Health Secretary following clashes with the three most powerful members of the Government over the Covid crisis, The Mail on Sunday has been told.




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Major sport returns for first time during coronavirus pandemic as UFC 249 takes place in Florida

Major sport returned for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic as UFC 249 took place without fans in Florida. The leading mixed martial arts promotion overcame controversy




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Imcl vs Optimmus Media Network India Pvt ... on 20 March, 2020

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Step back in time to witness 65 years of Land Rover gruelling expeditions 

The all-new Defender has just returned from a punishing expedition in West Africa. But Land Rover has been pitting its vehicles against tough terrain for 65 years. Here are the best examples.




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Range Rover voted MOST ICONIC car of all time

Behind Bond's famous silver Aston Martin took in second spot was the Jaguar E-Type in third. And in a boost for the UK, six of the top 10 are British brands. But do you agree with the order of 100 cars?




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Electric vehicles are 'almost THREE TIMES greener' than petrol or diesel cars

A new tool compares the CO2 outputs of petrol and diesel models and the environmental impact of electric cars using carbon emission for electricity production and mining and refining battery materials.




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Vehicle ownership in the UK exceeds 40m for the first time ever

Official figures show there were more than 35m cars and 5m commercial vehicles owned in the UK during 2019 - an increase of 1% and more than there has ever ever been on the road at the same time.




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Driving test centres with the highest and lowest first-time pass rates

With all driving tests suspended until 20 June due to coronavirus, there'll be a backlog of learners desperate to take their practical test. Here's where they have the best chance of passing first time.




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Erin Molan shuts down anti-vaxxer NRL WAG for comparing herself to Holocaust victim Anne Frank

Shanelle Cartwright, the wife of Gold Coast Titans forward Bryce Cartwright, posted the image of the teenage Holocaust victim to her Instagram story on Friday.




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Jessica Ennis-Hill could be set to call time on glittering career after winning silver at Rio Olympics

Jessica Ennis-Hill did not use the word retirement on Sunday morning when speaking after just three hours’ sleep, but it seemed her mind was made up as she reflected on her achievements.




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Jessica Ennis-Hill became a track giant and is comfortably among all-time five greatest British female athletes

DALEY THOMPSON: Ennis-Hill would be among the five greatest British female athletes of all time and, had she not suffered a few injuries over the years, she could have been one of our best athletes in history.




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Helene Schjerfbeck's works offer a salient lesson for our times

In Finland they put her work on postage stamps, but if you haven't heard of Helene Schjerfbeck, don't worry.




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Now's the time to join the podcast revolution.

There are hundreds of thousands of podcasts to choose from. Here, we've curated the best 100 from across a wide range of interests, from gardening to true crime




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Will Covid-19 survivors face a lifetime of illness like those who battled polio?

Kirstin Coutney, pictured with her daughter Tilly, contracted Covid-19.  The 49-year-old mother of two from Bath is still suffering crippling fatigue, six weeks after developing the virus.




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Exploring The Retreat at Blue Lagoon, Iceland's ultimate hideaway

The Mail on Sunday's Sarah Turner checked into The Retreat, which takes Iceland's most seminal experience - bathing in the milky waters of the Blue Lagoon - and raises it to new levels.




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Bairstow pretends to run out Australia's talisman… making him look stupid for the first time

Steve Smith was completing a run when on 26, Jonny Bairstow spotted the chance for mischief. The wicket keeper moved to knock the bails with his gloves, forcing Smith to dive.




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Robert Lewandowski v Timo Werner: Who is the Bundesliga's most deadly striker?

On Saturday evening, Timo Werner will lead the line for RB Leipzig in their biggest challenge of the Bundesliga season so far. they lead the Bundesliga by two points.




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Bournemouth vs Everton LIVE - Premier League 2019/20: Kick-off time, channel, lineups and more

Bournemouth host Everton in today's Premier League clash at Dean Court. Sportsmail's Sam McEvoy will provide live coverage for Bournemouth vs Everton  including score, lineups and build-up.




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Watford vs Arsenal LIVE - Premier League 2019/20: Kick-off time, channel, lineups and more

Quique Sanchez Flores takes charge of his first game back as Watford manager after replacing Javi Gracia in the dugout. Sportsmail's SAM McEVOY will provide live coverage for the tie.




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Is Bitcoin an idea whose time has finally come or a crazy gamble?

This Tuesday, the Bitcoin is expected to undergo a 'halving'. Will it offer a new opportunity for investors to make a profit? Or as legendary investor Warren Buffett believes, is it no more than 'rat poison'?




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Ashley Benson steps out for the first time following Cara split rumors 

The 30-year-old Pretty Little Liars alum rocked skinny jeans and a pair of black ankle boots for the solo outing.




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Aubrey Plaza emerges for dog walk in LA as she hunkers down with longtime love Jeff Baena

Aubrey Plaza was glimpsed stepping out for some fresh air and a dog walk in Los Angeles this Saturday. The 35-year-old took the precaution of wearing a face mask as she led her two pooches.