Terminated Research Grants

Trump Pauses Dozens of Federal Grants to Princeton

The Trump administration has sought to punish universities financially, saying they have not done enough to combat antisemitism or comply with other administration priorities.

The New York Times - 4d

‘I call it termination day’: Ontario premier warns about implications of Trump’s tariff announcement

President Donald Trump promised a new slate of tariffs will go into effect on April 2. Ontario Premier Doug Ford discusses Canada’s plan to retaliate to the new U.S. tariffs and warns Americans ...

NBC News - 4d

Rams granted international marketing rights for the United Arab Emirates

The Rams already already hosting the first NFL game in Australia but now get a seventh international market.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Eat grass-fed beef, help the planet? Research says not so simple

A new study out Monday finds that even in the most optimistic scenarios, grass-fed beef is no less carbon-intensive than industrial beef

ABC News - Mar. 17

RFK Jr. Turns to a Discredited Vaccine Researcher for Autism Study

David Geier has been hired as a senior data analyst at H.H.S. According to several people, he will examine any potential links between vaccines and autism that were debunked long ago.

The New York Times - Mar. 28

Trump Administration Has Begun a War on Science, Researchers Say

Nearly 2,000 scientists urged that Congress restore funding to federal agencies decimated by recent cuts.

The New York Times - 5d

Average person will be 40% poorer if world warms by 4C, new research shows

Experts say previous economic models underestimated impact of global heating – as well as likely ‘cascading supply chain disruptions’. Economic models have systematically underestimated how global ...

The Guardian - 5d

It doesn't take much for microplastics to leach into food, researchers warn

Scientists are finding microplastics everywhere from brain tissue to arteries and warning of the health risks posed by their buildup inside our bodies.

NBC News - 2d

Hoots and grunts from bonobos show signs of complex communication, researchers say

The peeps, hoots and grunts of wild bonobos, a species of great ape living in the African rainforest, can convey complex thoughts in a way that mirrors some elements of human language, a new study ...

NBC News - 2d

Why some EV researchers are skeptical of BYD's fast charging tech

Increasingly dominant Chinese EV maker BYD's new 5-minute EV charging technology might be a breakthrough. But experts say there's reason to temper enthusiasm.

CNBC - 23h

NIH-funded research saved my life. Don't take the chainsaw to it.

The NIH is considering a catastrophic cut to indirect cost reimbursements for public universities, which would hurt the economy and real people across the country, and jeopardize the future of ...

The Hill - 17h

Boston Faces Identity Crisis Amid Trump’s Cuts to University and Research Funding

Colleges and teaching hospitals are the cornerstones of the city’s economy — and identity. But federal funding cuts to higher education could change that.

The New York Times - 2h

Judge blocks dismantling of CFPB, orders employees reinstated

The judge's order requires the Trump administration to reinstate terminated CFPB employees among other steps.

ABC News - Mar. 28

Trump revokes permits for oil companies in Venezuela to pressure Maduro

Action against Eni and Global Oil Terminals follows cancellation of Chevron’s licence in Latin American country

Financial Times - 6d

Fire Briefly Disrupts Heathrow Airport Train Service

Trains linking Paddington Station with Heathrow’s Terminal 5 faced delays on Wednesday morning.

The New York Times - 4d

Bid to strip Planned Parenthood of Medicaid funds faces Supreme Court

South Carolina in 2018 moved to terminate a Planned Parenthood affiliate's participation in its state Medicaid program.

CBS News - 3d

Luton airport expansion gets government approval

Project includes a new terminal but not another runway and will see passenger capacity almost double to 32mn

Financial Times - 2d

California man invites BBC to witness his death as MPs debate assisted dying

Wayne Hawkins believes terminally ill people should be able to die when they choose, but others in the state disagree.

BBC News - 2d

White House accidentally tells Ukrainian refugees they must leave U.S. immediately

Some Ukrainians received emails this week telling them that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security would be terminating their legal protections

CBS News - 1d

Trump plans to freeze $510 million for Brown University

Brown said it was unaware of "these rumors" about the Trump administration freezing federal grants.

CBS News - 2d

Stocks Keep Falling

Also, Trump granted TikTok another reprieve. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

The New York Times - 1d

Paris Hilton’s Non-profit Helps Women-Owned Businesses Hit By the Eaton Fire

The reality TV star, who lost a home in the fire, teamed with GoFundMe.org to make grants of up to $25,000 in grants to help women restart their businesses.

Inc. - 5d

Ole Miss women's tennis coach Mark Beyers retiring after 24th seasons, Grant Roberts promoted

Ole Miss women's tennis coach Mark Beyers retiring after conclusion of 24th season. His replacement is a coach familiar with the program.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

SCOTUS sides with Trump, stays order requiring pay-out of teacher training grants

The Supreme Court issued an order Friday allowing the Trump administration to move forward with cancellation of federal funding for teacher training initiatives.

ABC News - 1d

Layoffs begin at US health agencies responsible for research, tracking disease and regulating food

Hundreds of employees have wrapped around the U.S. Health and Human Services Department headquarters in Washington, where they've begun receiving notices of dismissal in an overhaul ultimately ...

ABC News - 4d

Bitcoin-related startup deals soared in 2024 alongside crypto prices, research shows

The number of pre-seed transactions in the bitcoin startup market climbed 50% in 2024, according to a report from Trammell Venture Partners.

CNBC - 2d

Steve Jobs Said Perseverance Separates Doers From Dreamers. New Research Shows How to Be More Resilient

According to the Apple co-founder, perseverance matters most. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to develop greater resilience.

Inc. - 2d

Millions of Americans believe they’re safe from wildfires in their cities. New research shows they’re not

Many of the suburbs and cities hit hardest in recent years were caught off-guard, and key stakeholders are racing to understand the dynamics that drive these fires. Communities across the US that ...

The Guardian - 22h

On the road, full of grievance and bitter wit: A (fictional) woman for our era

Ariel Courage's debut novel, 'Bad Nature,' centers on a chaotic woman who takes to the road after receiving a terminal diagnosis, revenge on her mind.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 27

Anthropic's Claude Is Good at Poetry—and Bullshitting

Researchers looked inside the chatbot’s “brain.” The results were surprisingly chilling.

Wired - Mar. 28

Mark Cuban’s Advice to His Kids on How to Be Successful Is 2 Simple Words

The research-backed advice doesn’t just applies to his kids, but to you too.

Inc. - 5d

NBCU Academy: How Kristen Welker prepares for her biggest interviews

The "Meet the Press" moderator talks research, "gotcha questions" and navigating confrontational guests.

NBC News - 4d

Trump Administration Abruptly Cuts Billions From State Health Services

States have been told that they can no longer use grants that were funding infectious disease management and addiction services.

The New York Times - Mar. 27

The Premier League’s Most Unique and Boutique Stadium Experience

Fulham is probably the most accommodating club for away fans, and you might even spot Hugh Grant.