Technology for girls: New mini MINT boxes inspire Carinthia’s students!

Technology for girls: New mini MINT boxes inspire Carinthia’s students!

On November 4, 2025, various significant events were reported, touching on both local and international aspects. In Carinthia, for example, the Carinthian Economic Society (VGK) honored young inventors who successfully took part in the “Mini MINT Boxes” project. This program aims to promote craft and technical education in primary schools, especially for girls, in order to reduce inhibitions at an early stage and strengthen self-confidence in technical careers.

VGK chairman Siegfried Huber explained that the students gained practical experience in the areas of electrical, construction, wood and metal. You have successfully completed at least three of the four topic boxes. Director Susanne Poglitsch emphasized the children's high level of motivation. This valuable educational project is supported by several Carinthian companies, including the Kelag Privatstiftung, Flex, Siemens, Kärntner Landesversicherung, Tilly Holzindustrie and SF&S. In addition, the increasing interest of schools in Carinthia in integrating the program into their lessons shows the success and relevance of the initiative for the future.

International recognition for James Earl Carter

At the international level, a commemorative coin for James Earl Carter, the 39th President of the USA, is expected. Carter, who died in 2024, will be honored similarly to George H. W. Bush, whose coin was issued in 2020. It is anticipated that the coin could not be available until 2026 or early 2027 at the earliest, as a rule states that a president should be honored at least two years after death. A separate law will likely be required to put the coin into circulation and could fill an important gap in the coin album between Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan.

Panic at cheerleading competition

Another incident reached the media when panic broke out during the annual NCA All-Star National Championship in Dallas on Sunday. An argument among parents led to loud noises causing a stampede at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Fortunately, police, who responded to a call about an active shooter, determined there had been no shots fired. Several people suffered non-life-threatening injuries during the incident, but no arrests were made. The event continued on Sunday with good spirits from athletes and spectators after the situation was brought under control.

These different events illustrate how important education, recognition and security are in our society. While the appreciation of young talent in Carinthia inspires future generations, the memory of important historical figures like Carter is kept alive through commemorative coins. At the same time, incidents such as panic at a public event raise questions about safety and require attention.