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Trump Administration Pulls $400M in Federal Funding from Columbia University Over Antisemitism Concerns The Trump administration has announced the immediate withdrawal of $400 million (£310 million) in federal funding from Columbia University, citing the institution’s failure to combat antisemitism and protect Jewish students on campus. In a joint statement issued by four federal agencies, officials…
A key deadline for individuals looking to fill gaps in their National Insurance (NI) record to secure a full state pension has been eased. People who need to make voluntary NI contributions to cover gaps dating back to 2006 were initially required to do so by April 5, 2024. However, those who request a call-back…
The stock market has wiped out all gains made since Donald Trump took office. Recent developments in U.S. trade policy have led to significant volatility in global financial markets. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose substantial tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China has intensified fears of a looming trade war, resulting in notable…
Mixue’s rise in popularity comes amid China’s ongoing economic challenges. Bubble Tea Giant Surpasses Starbucks in Scale, Shares Surge on Market Debute A major shake-up in the global beverage industry unfolded as a rapidly expanding bubble tea chain made its stock market debut, with shares soaring in early trading. The company, which has now surpassed…
Trump Declares the Creation of a U.S. Crypto Strategic Reserve Trump’s Strategic Crypto Reserve: What It Means for the Market and Investors In a move that could redefine the relationship between politics and digital assets, former U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly established a Strategic Crypto Reserve, signaling a shift in how cryptocurrencies are perceived…
A FedEx cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday morning after a bird strike caused an engine fire. Officials confirmed that the fire was contained to the engine, and no injuries were reported. The incident briefly halted air traffic as a precaution before operations resumed. Audio…
Bitcoin’s recent decline below $80,000 can be attributed to several key factors:
Keir Starmer’s High-Stakes Mission in Washington: Securing Ukraine’s Future and the Transatlantic Alliance As British Prime Minister Keir Starmer steps into the Oval Office on Thursday, he will be met by the gaze of a Winston Churchill bust—a symbolic reminder of the historic alliance between the UK and the US. But the task before Starmer…
A high-stakes family feud has erupted within one of Singapore’s wealthiest dynasties, as property tycoon Kwek Leng Beng accuses his son, Sherman Kwek, of orchestrating a boardroom coup at City Developments Limited (CDL). Mr. Kwek has taken legal action, alleging that his son is attempting to seize control of the real estate giant. In response,…
Republicans in the US House of Representatives narrowly passed a multi-trillion-dollar government spending bill on Tuesday, marking a significant victory for President Donald Trump and advancing his 2025 agenda. The vote was 217-215, a closely contested result that served as an early test for Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson. Johnson had previously postponed the vote,…