House Republicans Look at K12 Schools in Latest Antisemitism Probe
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Harvard Was Unresponsive to Antisemitism, House Committee Finds
The university ignored recommendations from an advisory group and failed to act on student complaints, a report from a Republican-led House committee said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Harvard Ignored Antisemitism Advisory Group’s Recommendations, House Committee Says
In a report, the committee listed what it said were Harvard’s failures to crack down on antisemitism. Harvard said the report gives an “incomplete and inaccurate view” of its efforts.The New York Times - Top stories -
House panel accuses Harvard of suppressing antisemitism group's findings
The House Education and the Workforce Committee released a report Friday it says shows Harvard University's lack of action against antisemitism, accusing the top university of suppressing its own antisemitism taskforce’s recommendations. ...The Hill - Politics -
‘Scary’: public-school textbooks the latest target as US book bans intensify
A school district in Houston has voted to redact chapters on vaccines and climate change, and parents and educators are worried. The wave of book bans sweeping the US, typically reserved for works of fiction deemed controversial, has hit textbooks ...The Guardian - World -
House Republicans introduce measure to overturn nursing home staffing rule
House Republicans have introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the Biden administration’s minimum staffing requirement for nursing homes. Under the requirements unveiled last month, all nursing homes that receive federal ...The Hill - Politics - Republican Party -
Why House Republicans want to hold Merrick Garland in contempt
A House panel voted Thursday to advance a resolution holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.CBS News - Top stories - Republican Party -
House Republicans may be humoring Trump at his trial, but it's no laughing matter
Donald Trump seems to believe that every trial he loses must be corrupt, just as he believes that every election he loses must be fraudulent.The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
John Fetterman says it's ‘absurd’ to say he's a bully
Sen. John Fetterman said he was only responding to the chaos when he tweeted that a House panel had gone off the rails.Politico - Politics -
House Republicans pick funding totals, undercutting debt limit deal
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House GOP looks to undercut McCarthy-Biden deal for 2025 funding
Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), chair of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, on Thursday previewed the funding levels at which GOP negotiators are seeking to craft their annual government spending bills for fiscal 2025. Republicans are proposing ...The Hill - Politics -
Senate GOP looks to Trump to keep hold of House majority
Senate Republicans believe the party’s chances of retaining its slim House majority will sink or swim with former President Trump in November as Democrats remain cautiously bullish of winning back the chamber despite chaos in the House GOP ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
House passes Republican-backed bill designed to pressure Biden on delivering weapons to Israel
The Republican-led House passed a bill that would put restrictions on the president's ability to withhold weapons transfers to Israel in a vote that drew attention to a divided Democratic caucus on the war in Gaza.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Harvard was slow to react to a wave of hostility against Jewish students last fall, according to a report by a Republican-led House committee.
Harvard was slow to react to a wave of hostility against Jewish students last fall, according to a report by a Republican-led House committee.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The hypocrisy behind the GOP’s war on antisemitism
Republicans’ partisan weaponization of antisemitism has not diminished their toleration of anti-Jewish dog whistlers in their own ranks.The Hill - Politics -
This 30-year-old won the NYC housing lottery and pays $1,000/month for a luxury 1-bedroom apartment—take a look inside
Rent for units in Nkenge's luxury building in Manhattan's Flatiron neighborhood typically start at $5,903, according to StreetEasy.CNBC - Business -
Synagogue Arson Attempt Fuels Antisemitism Fears in France
Police shot and killed an armed suspect who was attempting to set fire to a synagogue in the northwest of the country.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Skipping Coffee Is the Latest Humblebrag
The new power move for A-listers and executives is getting through the day without caffeine. Some say they’re more productive.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Congress can help colleges counter antisemitism through free speech
The recent shocking torrent of antisemitism has awakened Americans. More and more are speaking up. The First Amendment provides them — as well as faculty and students — with opportunities to educate the public about Israel, Jewish history and ...The Hill - Politics -
German prosecutors probe far-right lawmaker for bribery
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Transparency calls for probe of possible foreign influence in Germany
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Boeing Woes: Criminal Probe, Spacecraft Delays
In a tightly controlled meeting, shareholders approved outgoing CEO Dave Calhoun's $32 million compensation as the Justice Department investigates apparent safety lapses and its space capsule sits on the launch pad.Inc. - Business -
Matt Gaetz and Other Republicans Flock to Trump’s Trial
On Thursday, an entourage of about 20 accompanied the former president to court. Among them were many lawmakers.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Students missing school can have a snowball effect
The number of students missing at least 18 days a year has nearly doubled since 2018, sounding an alarm among educators.The Hill - Politics -
Crow Country Review - Old School Horror
Crow Country is coated in a murky green veneer that gives the impression you're playing it on a grainy CRT TV in one of your friend's bedrooms back in 1996. The polygonal figure of its protagonist, Special Agent Mara Forest, with her visible ...GameSpot - Tech -
Leading Republican Lawmaker Chastises Biden in Israel's Parliament
Elise Stefanik, a potential vice-presidential candidate, called for unconditional U.S. support for Israel in its war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Putin, Is It Xi You’re Looking For?
Russia and China’s leaders meet in BeijingBBC News - Top stories -
Sunaks' wealth rises to £651m in latest rich list
Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty are richer than King Charles, according to The Sunday Times.BBC News - Top stories -
Meta slapped with child safety probe under sweeping EU tech law
Facebook parent company Meta on Thursday was hit with a major investigation from the EU into risks of its platforms to minors.CNBC - Business - European Union -
Meta Faces Fresh Probe Over ‘Addictive’ Effect on Kids
The EU has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram’s child protection measures as part of mounting concerns around minors’ use of social media.Wired - Tech -
German prosecutors probe far-right lawmaker over bribery
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Meta Faces EU Probe Over Facebook, Instagram Child-Protection Policies
The investigation, which could eventually lead to a fine, will look into the platforms’ use of algorithms that officials said may stimulate addictive behavior in children.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - European Union -
Germany probes far-right MP accused of taking Russian bribes
Petr Bystron’s properties and offices raided as Bundestag lifts his immunity from prosecutionFinancial Times - World - Russia -
CAIR condemns GOP call to probe finances of student protesters
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is calling out House Republicans over their request for the Treasury Department to investigate the finances of the pro-Palestinian student protesters who have set up encampments at scores of U.S. ...The Hill - Politics -
German prosecutors probe far-right AfD lawmaker over bribery
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Law firms probe best ways to win a head start on using AI
Legal innovators in the Asia-Pacific region are racing to show how they will adapt to the latest techFinancial Times - World -
Biden blocks release of audio from classified documents probe
Move stems from controversial report that called into question US president’s fitness for officeFinancial Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Microsoft's Mistral partnership avoids merger probe by British regulators
Mistral, a French AI firm founded in 2023, won a 15 million euro, or $16 million, investment from Microsoft earlier this year.CNBC - Business -
Democrats request probe of ballot signatures for Michigan GOP candidates
Democrats in Michigan are requesting state election official investigate whether GOP Senate candidates and another forged or wrote fraudulent signatures on petitions. The letter, obtained by The Detroit Free Press, is signed by the Michigan ...The Hill - Politics -
SpaceX Court Challenge Stalls Labor Board Firings Probe
The National Labor Relations Board will suspend its case against Elon Musk's company's possible illegal firing of employees who mocked the CEO while the rocket maker challenges the agency's structure in federal court.Inc. - Business - SpaceX