The recent resignation of Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, the president of Columbia University, has brought to light the challenges faced by the Ivy League institution over the past year. Shafik’s departure comes after months of criticism, particularly in response to protests on the Manhattan campus regarding the war in Gaza. The backlash from anti-war demonstrators, as
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In July, China’s retail sales exceeded expectations by growing 2.7% from a year ago, slightly beating forecasts of 2.6% growth. On the other hand, industrial production did not fare as well, coming in at 5.1%, falling short of the forecasted 5.2%. This discrepancy between retail sales and industrial production paints a mixed picture of the
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed optimism in passing a bipartisan crypto regulation bill before the end of the year. During a virtual town hall event named “Crypto4Harris,” Schumer emphasized the importance of passing legislation this year, even in divided times. The event featured influential figures like billionaire Mark Cuban, Sen. Kristen Gillibrand, and Sen.
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The Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee’s decision to appoint an anti-abortion ob/gyn physician, Dr. Ingrid Skop, to a position originally designated for a rural community member has sparked controversy. The selection process, as reported by the Texas Tribune, reveals a lack of transparency and potentially biased decision-making. The committee, tasked with tracking and
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Inflation data released by the Labor Department indicated that consumer prices rose in July, mainly due to increased housing-related costs. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a 0.2% increase for the month, resulting in a 2.9% annual inflation rate. Economists had predicted a slightly higher reading of 0.2% and 3%, respectively. Excluding food and energy,
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