US President Trump announced plans to redirect $3 billion in federal grants from Harvard University to trade schools nationwide. The move targets research funding frozen over concerns about antisemitism and foreign student policies. While Harvard faces legal battles and remains silent, vocational education leaders applaud the shift. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about the future of higher education and funding priorities in the US.
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During a high-pressure IPL 2025 Eliminator, Jasprit Bumrah and Rahul Tewatia were involved in a heated exchange. The incident occurred after Tewatia hit Bumrah for a six, followed by two missed shots. Bumrah took offense to Tewatia's mutterings, leading to a brief but intense confrontation, highlighting the emotions of knockout cricket.
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Jonny Bairstow, after being written off and going unsold in the IPL auction, silenced his critics with a blistering knock in the Eliminator. His aggressive assault on Prasidh Krishna, reminiscent of Sehwag's dominance over Gul, propelled Mumbai Indians to a commanding total.
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