The US education department is freezing about $2.3bn in federal funds to Harvard University, the agency said on Monday. The announcement comes as the Ivy League school has decided to fight the White House’s demands that it crack down on antisemitism and alleged civil rights violations, including shutting down diversity, […]
“Your honor, the FTC calls Mark Zuckerberg.” Escorted by two security personnel, the Meta CEO entered a Washington, D.C. courtroom. After unsuccessful attempts to avert litigation, Mark Zuckerberg appeared to contest the U.S. government’s efforts to dismantle his corporation. FTC Attorney Questions Zuckerberg on Facebook’s Past Following the oath, Daniel […]
Severe Sandstorm in Iraq Triggers Respiratory Health Crisis A powerful sandstorm has swept across central and southern Iraq, resulting in over a thousand people seeking medical attention for respiratory problems, health officials have stated. This intense weather phenomenon has cloaked cities in an orange haze, severely reducing visibility and disrupting […]
Malta Extends Warm Welcome to British Tourists Amid European Tourism Tensions Amidst growing anti-tourism sentiment in some European destinations, a public house on the idyllic island nation of Malta is encouraging British travelers to visit, asserting a contrasting viewpoint: “The more we have, the better for us!” This invitation comes […]
A striking photo series depicting polar bears exploring derelict structures on a remote Russian island has garnered global notice. However, experts caution this isn’t merely a haunting image; it’s a stark indicator of a larger environmental issue. As sea ice diminishes due to climate change, these iconic arctic animals are […]
Groundbreaking Frozen Kidney Transplant Experiment Offers Hope for Organ Availability In a significant step forward for organ transplantation, surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital conducted a novel procedure at the end of March, aiming to revolutionize kidney transplants. The pioneering surgery involved implanting a frozen kidney into an animal, potentially resolving […]
Rare Rodent-Borne Virus Raises Concerns in the US Health authorities are raising concerns over the expanding presence of a rare virus in the United States, a rodent-borne illness notably linked to the death of Betsy Arakawa, wife of acclaimed actor Gene Hackman. This virus, seldom encountered in the US, has […]
Innovative Addiction Treatment Program Expands to the Bronx to Combat Opioid Overdoses New York City’s public hospital system is implementing a groundbreaking addiction treatment program at Lincoln Hospital in the South Bronx. This expansion follows the successful implementation of the “Hotspotting” initiative on Staten Island, which significantly reduced opioid overdose […]