Harvard faculty organisations are suing the Trump administration, alleging constitutional rights violations due to threats of funding cuts. The lawsuit challenges the review of $9 billion in federal funds over alleged antisemitism, arguing it undermines free speech and academic freedom. Faculty seek a restraining order, claiming the government is using funding to punish dissenting institutions.
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Trump declare in a social media post that Hunter Biden would lose his protection “effective immediately,†he also mentioned the latter's whereabouts: “He is currently vacationing in, of all places, South Africa, where the Human Rights of people has been strenuously questioned.â€
Cyprus will receive portable desalination plants from the UAE to address water shortages exacerbated by a fire at a static plant and low reservoir levels. The UAE's donation will provide 15,000 cubic meters of potable water daily, crucial for the peak tourism season. Cyprus is also planning long-term solutions, including new desalination plants and subsidies for private hotel plants.
Donald Trump launched a meme coin called $TRUMP, which started dominating the market within hours. “Trump Memes are intended to function as an expression of support for, and engagement with, the ideals and beliefs embodied by the symbol “$TRUMP†and the associated artwork, and are not intended to be, or to be the subject of, an investment opportunity, investment contract, or security of any type,†the fine print on the site said.
President Trump declared a national emergency to implement new tariffs, aiming to protect the American economy and boost domestic production. The new framework raises baseline duties on nearly all imports, with more significant tariffs on key allies. This policy is expected to revert the U.S. to an era of high tariff-based revenue.
Greenland is holding an election on Tuesday amid close international attention. President Trump has shown interest in the US taking over Greenland and promised prosperity to its residents. Greenland’s political parties have different visions for independence and relations with the US and Denmark. The election will also highlight the daily life concerns of Greenlanders.
UnitedHealth Group is on track to set financial records this year, despite the tumultuous period following the murder of UHC CEO Brian Thompson, Group CEO Andrew Witty told company executives. The revenue at the UnitedHealth Group was more than $299 billion through September -- which is a record high and up from $277 billion last year.
JD Vance resigns from the Senate to prepare for his role as US vice president alongside President Donald Trump. Vance's time in the Senate was marked by loyalty to Trump's policies. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will appoint a temporary Senate replacement until a special election in 2026.
Former football star Herschel Walker has been nominated by Donald Trump as US ambassador to the Bahamas. Trump lauded Walker's work with youth sports and military mental health advocacy. Walker's illustrious football career spanned the USFL and NFL, including time playing for Trump's Generals.
The US aid freeze has critically impacted thousands in Uganda, especially those with HIV, by halting the supply of crucial ARV drugs and preventive medications. This disruption has forced clinics to shut down, risking a significant increase in AIDS-related deaths and creating uncertainty among healthcare providers and patients.