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The Trump administration has ordered Columbia University to overhaul the leadership of its Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies Department, a move widely seen as a direct challenge to academic freedom. The university was told the department must be placed under “academic receivership” for at least five years a condition tied to federal funding after $400 million was already cut over allegations of antisemitism. The directive has sparked outrage across academia, with critics calling it an unprecedented federal intervention. “It is chilling to see the government try to control universities in this way,” said Erwin Chemerinsky, dean of the…

UEFA has announced plans to hold discussions with global football authorities on whether unintentional double touches on penalties should be allowed. The move comes after a controversial incident in the Champions League clash between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid. Atletico’s Julián Álvarez saw his penalty ruled out after he accidentally made a second contact with the ball while taking his shot. The referee initially allowed the goal, but after protests from Real Madrid players and a video review, the decision was reversed. The current rule, set by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), states that a penalty taker cannot play…

The withdrawal of around 1,300 Southern African Development Community (SADC) troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is raising alarms as the M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, continues its advance in the mineral-rich eastern region. Despite international diplomatic pressure and sanctions, Kigali remains defiant, insisting on defending its sovereignty. A Looming Security Crisis Congolese analyst Christian Moleka warns that the power vacuum left by SADC troops will only deepen instability in an already fragile region. “This approach does not fundamentally resolve the issue,” Moleka said. “It may calm tensions in the short term, but the international community must…

The European Union (EU) has extended sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty, prolonging the measures until 15 September 2025. The decision comes as part of the EU’s continued efforts to weaken Russia’s ability to wage war. The sanctions include:🔹 Travel bans for targeted individuals🔹 Asset freezes on individuals and entities🔹 Prohibition on providing funds or resources to sanctioned persons and organizations These restrictions will remain in place for nearly 2,400 individuals and entities in response to Russia’s ongoing, unprovoked military aggression against Ukraine. However, the Council has decided not to renew sanctions for four individuals and…

Florida’s citrus industry, once synonymous with the Sunshine State, is at a breaking point as citrus groves give way to housing developments, and growers struggle with disease, extreme weather, and declining orange juice consumption. For Trevor Murphy, a third-generation citrus grower in Lake Wales, Florida, the reality is clear as he surveys his family’s 20-acre grove, now surrounded by newly built homes. “At some point, this isn’t going to be an orange grove anymore,” Murphy says, acknowledging the pressures driving many farmers to sell their land. Mounting Pressures on Citrus Growers Florida’s orange groves have faced devastating setbacks over the…

More than 50 universities across the United States are under federal investigation for alleged racial discrimination in admissions and scholarship programs, as part of President Donald Trump’s broader effort to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Department of Education announced the investigations on Friday, just one month after warning schools and colleges that they could lose federal funding if found to be using race-based preferences in student admissions, scholarships, or any part of student life. “Students must be assessed according to merit and accomplishment, not prejudged by the color of their skin,” Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in…

Energy ministers from across the European Union gathered today for the Transport, Telecommunications, and Energy Council (Energy) meeting to discuss the recently adopted Action Plan for Affordable Energy. The action plan, which was officially adopted on February 26 as part of the Clean Industrial Deal, outlines key measures aimed at lowering energy costs in the short term, completing the Energy Union, attracting investment, and preparing for potential energy crises. During the meeting, the European Commission presented the action plan, followed by a public exchange of views among ministers, based on a background note prepared by the Council presidency. The plan…

For over a century, the depths of Lake Superior hid the wreckage of the Western Reserve, a state-of-the-art steel cargo ship that met a tragic fate in 1892. Now, after more than two years of searching, explorers from the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society have finally uncovered the remains of the ill-fated vessel. The discovery, announced Saturday at the annual Ghost Ships Festival in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, sheds new light on a maritime disaster that claimed 27 lives including the ship’s owner, Peter Minch, his wife, and children. A Technological Marvel Turned Tragedy Dubbed “the inland greyhound” by newspapers, the Western…

In a bold move that could reshape global trade and rattle markets, President Donald Trump has officially raised tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%, removing previous exemptions and escalating his battle for domestic industrial growth. The decision, announced Wednesday, is part of Trump’s ongoing efforts to boost U.S. manufacturing by making imports more expensive, a strategy that has sparked economic concerns and stock market volatility. Aiming for a ‘Bigger Win’ Speaking to business leaders at the Business Roundtable on Tuesday, Trump defended his aggressive tariff policies, claiming they were already encouraging companies to invest in U.S. factories.…

For decades, the global media landscape has operated under an unspoken rule: Western narratives about Africa dominate, while African journalists are either sidelined or outright dismissed when they attempt to report on the West. This imbalance is not only frustrating but exposes the deep-seated biases that continue to undermine African media’s credibility and autonomy. The question is simple yet alarming: why does the world accept that foreign media can tell Africa’s story, but African media are often denied the right to tell theirs? The One-Sided Narrative Africa has long been portrayed through the lens of foreign media as a continent…