Cedric Lodge, a former Harvard employee, admitted to trafficking stolen human remains from the university's morgue between 2018 and 2020. He illicitly removed body parts, including organs and brains, and transported them to his home in New Hampshire.
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On the opening day of the 2025 French Open, Roland Garros paid tribute to Rafael Nadal, honoring his legendary career and record 14 titles on Parisian clay. The emotional ceremony marked Nadal’s official farewell, with legends like Federer, Murray, and Djokovic expected to attend. Fans celebrated his legacy as the next generation of tennis stars took center stage.
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Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington saw changes. The BLM movement made global waves after George Floyd's murder. Protests occurred worldwide, but initial hopes for change remain unfulfilled in the US. Donald Trump's administration halted DEI programs. Police violence persists, disproportionately affecting Black people. Despite challenges, discussions about racism have evolved. Some states banned the knee-to-neck maneuver.
Harvard University is facing an escalating crisis as US President Donald Trump targets the institution’s DEI policies, response to campus antisemitism, and alleged bias in hiring and admissions. With federal funding slashed and international student enrollment blocked (pending court decisions), Harvard’s future hangs in the balance. The crisis follows the resignation of President Claudine Gay after congressional scrutiny. According to Daily Wire-reported comments, officials acknowledge the... Expand