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Trump vs University: UCLA faces $1 Billion federal demand after DOJ finds civil rights violations -Here’s what we know

The US administration is pursuing a $1 billion settlement from UCLA, as confirmed by a White House official on Friday, following accusations of antisemitism and civil rights violations by the Department of Justice. UCLA has become the first state university to face such extensive funding restrictions over civil rights concerns related to antisemitism and affirmative […]

Emory University shooting: Suspect killed, officer injured – What we know so far

At least one person was killed and a police officer injured in the shooting reported near the Atlanta campus of Emory University and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Georgia on Friday. Background At approximately 4 pm on Friday, Emory University, which houses the CDC headquarters, issued an alert stating “active shooter” at […]

Stanford layoffs: University fires more than 360 employees; blames Trump’s federal funding policies

Donald Trump (AP) Stanford University (visit.stanford.edu) Stanford University announced on Tuesday that it has laid off more than 360 employees, citing budget pressures linked to federal funding policies under the Trump administration. “Stanford is in the process of making budget reductions,” a University spokesperson stated in an email, reported Reuters. “Last week, many schools and […]

‘Vile racism’: Trump administration freezes $108 million in research funding to Duke University; withheld over admissions, hiring practices

Duke University faces $108 million funding suspension (Image: AP) The Donald Trump administration has suspended $108 million in federal research funding to Duke University, accusing the institution of engaging in racial discrimination through affirmative action policies. The move marks a sharp escalation in the administration’s crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices at major […]

UAE unveils new university academic calendar for 2025–2026: What students need to know | World News

All UAE public, private, and international branch Higher Education Institutions must follow the 2025–2026 academic calendar, except international universities aligned with home-country calendars/ Image: Pexels TL;DR UAE university year runs from 25 August 2025 to 3 July 2026, applying to all HEIs. Winter break is 8 Dec 2025 – 4 Jan 2026; Spring break is […]

Shooting at University of New Mexico; 1 dead, another injured; suspect on the run | World News

Shooting at University of New Mexico; 1 dead, another injured; suspect on the run Shooting at University of New Mexico; 1 dead, another injured; suspect on the run Shooting at University of New Mexico; 1 dead, another injured; suspect on the run Shooting at University of New Mexico; 1 dead, another injured; suspect on the […]

Why Columbia University is paying $200 million to Trump administration | World News

Columbia University has agreed to pay over $200 million to settle allegations made by the Trump administration that it failed to adequately protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment on campus. The settlement ends a federal investigation triggered by incidents of verbal abuse, ostracism, and hostile behavior directed at Jewish students during pro-Palestinian protests linked to […]

Columbia University students expelled: Action over anti-Israel protests; nearly 80 punished

Columbia University said on Tuesday that it has punished several students for their role in anti-Israel protests held on campus in 2024. The actions include expulsions, suspensions, and even revoking degrees. While the university did not share exact numbers, a student group said nearly 80 students have been targeted. These punishments are linked to two […]

Indian student of Buffalo University slammed for derogatory social media comments, he says he never wrote them

An Indian student of New York’s Buffalo University was accused of making derogatory comments on social media. A major social media outrage began over some purported comment of one Aaditya Verma, whose various social media comments, all derogatory, went viral. One particular comment that enraged X users was on a Delhi University student whose body […]

Columbia University may agree to $200m settlement; Trump administration demands reforms – Report

Columbia University (File Photo) Columbia University and the Trump administration on Friday are reportedly close to reaching a settlement that could see the university paying around $200 million or more in compensation for alleged civil rights violations. The deal, reported by the New York Times, centres on allegations that Columbia failed to protect Jewish students […]