Mass student protests and school blockades across France have triggered a severe political crisis, resulting in over 6,000 arrests and mounting injuries amid clashes with riot police over decaying educational infrastructure.

Over 250,000 students, teachers, and parents rallied across France on Tuesday, clashing with riot police over crumbling school infrastructure and extended timetables.

French riot police clashed with protesters as over 250,000 people rallied nationwide to demand urgent funding and better conditions for dilapidated schools.

Pennsylvania lawmakers reached a bipartisan deal on a $50.8 billion budget that increases school funding but excludes proposals on the minimum wage.