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Admissions Ruling's Third Year: Data Gaps Complicate Enrollment Tracking
Three years after the Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions, new research reveals a slight increase in students with unknown race/ethnicity, complicating enrollment trend analysis.
Policy
Study: College 'borg' Cocktails Drive Dangerous Drinking
A University of Chicago study finds borg use among college students leads to higher alcohol consumption and greater risks, contradicting popular beliefs about safety.
International
Iran's post-Khamenei rule: security-first, harder to decipher
Iran has not collapsed after Khamenei's death; it now operates through an opaque, security-centered system where authority is mediated by institutions and coercion is delegated.
Politics
Alito Says He Tunes Out Trump's Praise and Attacks on Fellow Justices
In a rare TV interview, Justice Alito said he tunes out Trump's praise and attacks on colleagues, but warned that escalating rhetoric could erode public trust in the Court.
Politics
Senate Bill Would Make AI Deepfakes of Your Face and Voice Illegal
A bipartisan Senate bill would give Americans a federal right to control digital replicas of their voice and likeness, targeting AI deepfakes. It awaits a floor vote.
Policy
Treasury auto-enrolls 60M children in Trump accounts
More than 60 million children have been auto-enrolled in Trump accounts, Treasury confirmed, expanding a program tied to a $6.25 billion Dell contribution.
Politics
Supreme Court returns to bench facing Trump clashes and packed docket
The Supreme Court starts a new term with immigration disputes and other major cases, as public approval hits record lows and Trump publicly criticizes his own appointees.
Policy
AI Could Bridge Rural America's Immigration Legal Gap
With asylum approval rates at historic lows and rural areas lacking attorneys, AI-powered tools could help level the playing field for immigrants facing deportation.
Politics
Canada's Permanent DST Gains Ground While US Bill Stalls in Senate
More Canadian provinces are locking clocks to permanent daylight saving time, while 19 US states remain blocked by Congress. Senate recess dims the Sunshine Protection Act's chances.
Cornell President Vows Overhaul After Gang Rape Allegations
Cornell University's president promises sweeping reforms after a gang rape allegation, as Gov. Hochul criticizes the sch
Trump Rallies in Ohio, Heads to Nebraska as Midterms Tighten
President Trump rallied in Ohio, vowing GOP midterm wins, as polling shows Democratic momentum. He heads to Nebraska Mon
Trump promises big GOP win if supporters turn out for midterms
Trump told an Ohio crowd that voting is essential for a big GOP victory, adding a crude jab at Democrats. The rally capp
Partisan warfare turns Capitol Hill hearings into accountability void
Congressional oversight hearings have become partisan battlegrounds, with administration officials dodging questions and
Texas Voters Signal AI Ads, Economy Will Shape Midterm Choices
With the midterms a month away, voters in Texas and Alabama tell NewsNation that economic pressure, AI political ads, an
Coale's Russia Sanctions Pitch Faces Senate Hurdles
John Coale, Trump's nominee for hostage affairs envoy, faces tough questions over his proposal to ease Russia sanctions
Head Start overhaul sparks fierce backlash as comment period closes
The Trump administration's proposed Head Start overhaul draws thousands of critical comments, with advocates warning of
Supreme Court to Decide if Oil Giants Must Face Climate Deception Suits
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in Suncor v. Boulder County, where oil companies seek to block state lawsuits alle
Education Department Extends Student Loan Auto-Pay Discount Deadline to 2026
The Education Department extended the application deadline for a 1% interest rate reduction on federal student loans to
Sanders, Merkley, Ocasio-Cortez Push Federal Ban on License Plate Readers
Sens. Bernie Sanders and Jeff Merkley, along with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, introduced the Ban Flock Act to ban fed
AWS Pledges $1B to Ease Data Center Backlash, Promises Water Positive by 2030
AWS commits $1 billion over five years to community colleges, training, and efficiency upgrades, aiming to ease local op
Amazon's $2.5B FTC Settlement: Expanded Payouts and New Round Possible
Amazon's $2.5 billion FTC settlement expands eligibility, potentially triggering another round of automatic payments nex
AI infrastructure boom may trigger systemic financial crisis
Massive capital spending on AI infrastructure poses systemic economic risks. If projected productivity gains fail, finan
Amazon to Pay $309M in Settlement Over Return Refund Disputes
Amazon will pay $309 million to settle claims it wrongly denied refunds for product returns. Eligible customers may rece
Amazon to Pay $309M to Settle Claims Over Unrefunded Returns
Amazon will pay $309 million to settle claims it wrongly denied refunds for product returns. Eligible customers may rece
10-Year Treasury Yield Hits Highest Level Since 2002
The 10-year Treasury yield hit 5.34%, its highest since 2002, as inflation, energy costs, and AI investment pressures pu
10-Year Treasury Yield Reaches Highest Level Since 2002, Raising Borrowing Costs
The 10-year Treasury yield topped 5.34% on Thursday, its highest since 2002, driven by inflation, energy costs, and AI d
Trump Taps Blanche to Review Watchdog Report Exonerating Powell on Fed Renovation
President Trump has asked Attorney General Todd Blanche to review an inspector general report that cleared Jerome Powell
Nepal's deadly floods expose global glacial lake threat
A glacier collapse in Nepal triggered deadly floods, highlighting the growing threat of glacial lake outbursts worldwide
US Embassy Suspends Brazil Consular Work Ahead of Tense Election
The US suspended consular services in Brazil on Friday, citing security concerns ahead of Sunday's presidential election
East Africa hunger crisis demands prevention strategy, advocates urge
As East Africa braces for a severe hunger crisis, Save the Children urges the U.S. to finalize its overdue food security
FlyDubai Captain Recounts Cockpit Stabbing, Credits Crew for Saving 182
Captain Smit Machchhar, stabbed by his copilot mid-flight, described to PM Modi how he fought to save 182 passengers. Th
Rubio Unblocks $320M in Egypt Military Aid, Citing Iran Cooperation
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has waived human rights restrictions on $320 million in military aid to Egypt, citing Cai
UK Arrests Dual National Over Alleged Plot at US Airbase
British counterterrorism police arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in London on suspicion of preparing terr