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Recent incidents at US schools include a swastika formed by students at Branham High School and antisemitic content at Columbia University. Authorities and advocacy groups are investigating, condemning hate, and working to protect Jewish students amid rising antisemitism following the Gaza conflict.
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Recent reports highlight a growing crisis in early childhood development, with increasing numbers of preschoolers showing delayed speech, social skills, and emotional regulation. Contributing factors include poverty, pandemic effects, excessive screen time, and reduced parental engagement. Policy responses focus on early intervention and increased funding, but challenges remain.
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Frank Gehry, renowned for his innovative and sculptural buildings like the Guggenheim Bilbao and Disney Concert Hall, has died at age 96 in Santa Monica after a brief illness. His work revolutionized modern architecture and earned him the Pritzker Prize.
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Recent articles highlight rising food insecurity and financial hardship across the US, UK, and Israel. Workers face low wages, benefit cuts, and high living costs, with many struggling to afford essentials and facing food shortages. The stories reveal worsening inequality and the urgent need for policy responses.
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Recent articles highlight Europe's shifting political landscape, with Germany embracing military rearmament and a rising far-right, while the EU faces questions over its role in AI regulation. These developments reflect deeper cultural and geopolitical tensions shaping Europe's trajectory.
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U.S. colleges are increasingly adopting courses that require reading only one big book per semester, reflecting a shift towards accommodating shorter attention spans. Meanwhile, some institutions are introducing remedial math classes, raising concerns about the impact on academic rigor and student potential. Today's date: Fri, 02 Jan 2026 20:15:07 +0000.
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A new study from Yale and Columbia finds the Supreme Court increasingly favors the wealthy, with conservative justices more likely to side with the rich. Chief Justice Roberts emphasizes the enduring strength of the Constitution amid ongoing political and legal challenges, including cases involving Trump-era policies.
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Moroccan protests support Gaza amid Israeli attacks on Al-Aqsa. In New York, protests against anti-Semitic chants outside synagogues draw condemnation. Both events highlight rising tensions over Israel-Palestine conflict and related anti-Zionist demonstrations.
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Mahmoud Khalil, a Syrian-born activist and legal permanent resident, faces deportation after legal setbacks. The US courts have ordered his case to proceed through immigration channels, but he remains a symbol for free speech advocates amid ongoing legal and political debates.
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President Trump has publicly demanded $1 billion in damages from Harvard University, escalating a legal and political dispute over federal funding, campus policies, and alleged misconduct. Negotiations have broken down, with Trump accusing Harvard of misconduct and refusing future cooperation.
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Protesters in Milan demonstrated against the presence of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at the Winter Olympics, calling for their removal amid concerns over US immigration policies. US officials assured the agents will operate only within diplomatic missions, but protests and political criticism persist.
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On February 6-7, 2026, the US and India announced a trade framework reducing US tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, contingent on India halting Russian oil imports. India agreed to lower tariffs on US industrial and agricultural products and commit to $500 billion in US purchases over five years. The deal faces domestic opposition in India, especially from farmers and unions concerned about agricultural exposure.
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Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian woman detained by US immigration authorities, was hospitalized after a seizure but was returned to detention. Her family and legal team remain in the dark about her condition, raising concerns over her health and treatment amid ongoing protests and legal battles.
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Students at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar protested after a second-year medical student, Abdoulaye Ba, died from police-inflicted injuries during clashes. The unrest follows ongoing disputes over unpaid stipends, university closures, and government response to protests, highlighting broader economic and political tensions in Senegal.
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A US immigration judge halted the deportation of Palestinian activist Mahdawi, citing procedural errors by government attorneys. The case highlights ongoing efforts by the US government to deport pro-Palestinian campus protesters, amid broader debates over free speech and immigration law. The government may appeal the decision.