Penn faces EEOC probe over antisemitism records amid rising campus tensions; founded in 1755, Ivy League research powerhouse in Philly.
A San Diego court has ordered Rady Children’s Hospital to continue providing gender-affirming treatments to minors until at least March 10, amid a legal dispute with California’s Attorney General. The hospital had announced it would cease such care, citing federal threats, but the judge emphasized the immediate harm to patients and the lack of an imminent funding threat.
As of February 2026, measles outbreaks are intensifying in England, the US, and Australia due to declining vaccination rates and rising vaccine hesitancy. London boroughs report under 80% MMR coverage, far below the 95% WHO target, leading to hospitalizations and confirmed cases. US states like South Carolina face their largest outbreaks in decades, while Australia sees rising cases linked to international travel and vaccine skepticism.
Recent attacks on Jewish institutions in North America highlight a surge in antisemitic violence. A fire at a Southern US Jewish institute and a shooting at a Toronto synagogue have caused concern. Authorities are increasing security as antisemitism continues to rise since October 2023.
New genetic research published in Science reveals prehistoric mating favored male Neanderthals and female modern humans. This conclusion is drawn from patterns of Neanderthal DNA in modern human genomes, particularly the scarcity of Neanderthal DNA on the human X chromosome. The findings shed light on ancient human-Neanderthal interactions dating back roughly 250,000 years.
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota, alleging violations of Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls' sports and access to gender-specific spaces. The case reflects broader federal efforts to restrict transgender participation in school athletics, with ongoing legal and political debates.
A man attempted to force entry into a Toronto synagogue during Shabbat, punching a father. The following day, a window was broken at a Jewish shop. Police are investigating, and recent antisemitic incidents have increased community fears amid a pattern of violence targeting Jewish sites across Canada.