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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Trouble in the Big Apple: Khalil's Deportation

Khalil, a Syrian national, was recently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The reason? His involvement in a protest in Times Square, New York, where thousands of Hamas and Hezbollah supporters gathered. The protest was led by Columbia University Apartheid Divest, a group Khalil often

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Mar 11 2025SPORTS

Sterling Sharpe's Journey: From USC to the NFL Hall of Fame

Sterling Sharpe's path to the NFL Hall of Fame is a story of dedication and family bonds. Sharpe, a standout at the University of South Carolina, had a remarkable college career. His time at USC was just the beginning of his journey. He later joined the Green Bay Packers, where he continued to shine

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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

Campus Safety Under Scrutiny: 60 Universities Face Federal Warnings

The U. S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has sent out letters to 60 universities. These institutions are currently under investigation for failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment and discrimination. The letters serve as a warning that if these universi

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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

Campus Crackdown: Universities Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism

The Department of Education has sent a strong message to 60 universities, warning them that their federal funding could be at risk due to antisemitic incidents on their campuses. This move comes after a year of increasing concerns about the safety of Jewish students. The list includes some of the mo

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Protest Leader Faces Deportation: What's Really Going On?

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, is in hot water. He was recently arrested by federal immigration agents. This happened after he played a big role in protests at Columbia University. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the arrest. They said it was because of President Donald Trump’s

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Changing Minds: The Video Experiment

In the heart of rural Texas, a unique experiment unfolded at a state university. The goal? To see if short videos could sway students' thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine. The experiment was simple. Students filled out questionnaires about their vaccine views before and after watching one of three vid

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Why Saudi Students Can't Put Down Their Phones at Night

Sleep is super important for students. It helps them stay focused, learn better, and feel good overall. But there's a big problem. Many university students in Saudi Arabia are glued to their smart devices right up until bedtime. This habit is messing with their sleep quality. Smart devices

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Mar 04 2025EDUCATION

Counselors' Struggle: Burnout and the Path to Happiness

University counselors have a tough job. They deal with a lot of repetitive tasks and high pressure, which can wear them down over time. This can lead to something called job burnout, where they feel exhausted and lose interest in their work. It's a big problem, especially for those in their late twe

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Mar 01 2025EDUCATION

Texas Universities Face Big Budget Cuts

Texas universities are bracing for a significant financial blow. The state's Senate and House have both proposed budgets for 2026-2027. These budgets do not include funding for a key program that has been providing universities with $423 million over the past two years. This program is called the in

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Feb 28 2025EDUCATION

Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Students in Science

Indigenous students face big hurdles in biomedical science and pharmacy research. These challenges come from long-standing issues and educational systems that don't always fit their needs. But there's hope. The University of Newcastle (UoN) is taking steps to change this. The UoN set up the

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