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Education|Political|US

Education Department staff cuts could limit options for families of kids with disabilities

For parents of kids with disabilities, advocating for their child can be complicated, time-consuming — and expensive

Education Department staff cuts could limit options for families of kids with disabilities
Education|Health|Political|Science|US

Young scientists see career pathways vanish as schools adapt to federal funding cuts

Reductions to federal support for research at universities and other institutions under President Donald Trump are dimming young scientists’ prospects, cutting off pathways to career-building projects and graduate programs

Young scientists see career pathways vanish as schools adapt to federal funding cuts
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Amid bursts of resistance, Trump administration squeezes colleges over pro-Palestinian protests as activist remains detained

Amid bursts of resistance, Trump administration squeezes colleges over pro-Palestinian protests as activist remains detained

Amid bursts of resistance, Trump administration squeezes colleges over pro-Palestinian protests as activist remains detained
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

After Columbia arrests, international college students fall silent

International students and foreign faculty have watched the crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University with apprehension

After Columbia arrests, international college students fall silent
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Trump demands unprecedented control at Columbia, alarming scholars and speech groups

The Trump administration has delivered an extraordinary ultimatum to Columbia University, threatening to permanently end federal funding to the school unless it cedes control of an international studies department and implements sweeping changes to other policies

Trump demands unprecedented control at Columbia, alarming scholars and speech groups
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

U.S. to probe Columbia protests for terrorism violations, official says

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U.S. to probe Columbia protests for terrorism violations, official says
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

The Justice Department is investigating whether Columbia University hid students sought by the US

A top U.S. Justice Department official says the department is investigating whether Columbia University concealed “illegal aliens” on its campus

The Justice Department is investigating whether Columbia University hid students sought by the US
Asia|Education|Political|US

Republican legislation seeks to ban Chinese nationals from studying in the US

A group of House Republicans has put forward legislation seeking to prevent Chinese students from studying in American schools, citing national security concerns

Republican legislation seeks to ban Chinese nationals from studying in the US
Economy|Education|Political|US

Trump poised to launch new round of layoffs despite setbacks in court

President Donald Trump's administration gave no sign on Friday of diverting from its plan for a second wave of mass firings and budget cuts

Trump poised to launch new round of layoffs despite setbacks in court
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

US Justice Dept probes Columbia war protests for terrorism violations, official says

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US Justice Dept probes Columbia war protests for terrorism violations, official says
Education|Political|US

More than 50 universities face federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign

More than 50 universities are being investigated for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs his officials say exclude white and Asian American students

More than 50 universities face federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign
Crime|Education|US

Car crashes into school bus; five students transported by ambulance

Car crashes into school bus; five students transported by ambulance

Car crashes into school bus; five students transported by ambulance
Arts|Education|US

City officials dig into the past, unveil 1994 time capsule for 175th anniversary

City officials dig into the past, unveil 1994 time capsule for 175th anniversary

City officials dig into the past, unveil 1994 time capsule for 175th anniversary
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Trump’s policy to deport activists is unconstitutional, Khalil’s lawyers say

The Trump administration’s policy of deporting some foreign nationals who participate in pro-Palestinian protests is unconstitutional, lawyers for a detained Columbia

Trump’s policy to deport activists is unconstitutional, Khalil’s lawyers say
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio says US to revoke more student visas in coming days

The United States will likely revoke visas of more students in the coming days, U.S.

Rubio says US to revoke more student visas in coming days
Education|Sports|US

Bid to launch women's DI hockey at Michigan moving forward, regent Denise Ilitch tells the AP

University of Michigan regent Denise Ilitch tells The Associated Press she believes there’s enough support for the Big Ten school to launch a Division I women’s hockey program that it’s only a matter of when, not if, it will happen

Bid to launch women's DI hockey at Michigan moving forward, regent Denise Ilitch tells the AP
Education|Political|US

Trump administration probes 45 universities on race policies

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Trump administration probes 45 universities on race policies
Education|Food|Science

What's Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more

College students, rocket scientists and math enthusiasts around the world are celebrating Pi Day

What's Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more
Business|Economy|Education|Technology|US

The push to restore semiconductor manufacturing faces a labor crisis − can the US train enough workers in time?

Bringing chip manufacturing back to America is a national security and economic priority, but a shortage of skilled workers threatens to derail the effort.

The push to restore semiconductor manufacturing faces a labor crisis − can the US train enough workers in time?
Education|Science|Technology

Radioisotope generators − inside the ‘nuclear batteries’ that power faraway spacecraft

When a spacecraft is too far from the Sun to use solar panels, it needs a different reliable source of power.

Radioisotope generators − inside the ‘nuclear batteries’ that power faraway spacecraft
Education|Political|Science|US

The psychology behind anti-trans legislation: How cognitive biases shape thoughts and policy

Two social psychologists explain the ways unconscious biases influence how people think and can fuel discrimination against transgender people and other minority groups.

The psychology behind anti-trans legislation: How cognitive biases shape thoughts and policy
Education|Science

Why parents of ‘twice-exceptional’ children choose homeschooling over public school

A better understanding of why parents of children with special needs choose homeschooling can provide insights to help improve public schools.

Why parents of ‘twice-exceptional’ children choose homeschooling over public school
Education|Political|US

Big cuts at the Education Department’s civil rights office will affect vulnerable students for years to come

The layoffs further complicate staffing shortages at the Office for Civil Rights, which plays a vital role in promoting a fair education for public school students.

Big cuts at the Education Department’s civil rights office will affect vulnerable students for years to come
Economy|Education|Political|US

Some student loan repayment plans have been suspended. Here's what borrowers should know

The Trump administration’s recent changes to student loans are causing frustration and confusion for some borrowers

Some student loan repayment plans have been suspended. Here's what borrowers should know