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FocusSchooled in 鈥榮ocial justice,鈥� more students flock to Palestinian causeA generational divide over Israel has roiled college campuses and led to the resignation of one Ivy League president. For many, views about the conflict reflect the context in which they came of age.- FocusSchooled in 鈥榮ocial justice,鈥� more students flock to Palestinian causeA generational divide over Israel has roiled college campuses and led to the resignation of one Ivy League president. For many, views about the conflict reflect the context in which they came of age.
First LookWomen ran 6 of 8 Ivy League schools. Then came the Israel-Hamas war.The university presidents called to testify before a congressional hearing聽on antisemitism on their campuses were all women. Yet, men still outnumber women by a 2-to-1 ratio in college presidencies and women of color account for just 1 in 10 presidents.
First LookPenn president steps down after backlash from congressional testimonyUniversity of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill resigned Dec. 9 amid pressure from donors and criticism over testimony relating to antisemitism.
First LookNashville store gives dignity of choice, free gifts for those in needFor two days starting Dec. 8, The Store, a free referral-based grocer in Nashville, is turning into a winter wonderland with free holiday children鈥檚 gifts for parents in need. Dignity of choice is The Store鈥檚 premise this winter, and throughout the year.聽
Nikki Haley has some momentum. Her challenge is still immense.Some strategists say former President Donald Trump鈥檚 support is softer than it looks. But there鈥檚 a lot of ground for any rival candidate to make up.
Tuberville鈥檚 blockade of promotions is over. Military trust gap lingers.For months, Sen. Tommy Tuberville blocked key military promotions over a policy dispute. The logjam has finally ended, but it left military families feeling unfairly treated, and vulnerable to Washington politics.
Kevin McCarthy is leaving Congress. He鈥檚 not alone.In the U.S., the unusually high number of lawmakers stepping down has been interpreted by some as a sign of greater congressional dysfunction.
Controversy in California over 鈥榥eutral鈥� Middle East historyThe University of California plans to start programs with a 鈥渧iewpoint-neutral history鈥� of the Middle East, drawing criticism from professors.
MIT via community college? Transfer students find a new path to a degree.To help more people obtain a four-year degree, one initiative started with a simple idea: What if you make it easier for top community college students to connect with selective schools?聽
First LookCherokee Barbie: Fitting or misguided tribute for Wilma Mankiller?Toy maker Mattel is honoring the late, legendary Cherokee leader Wilma Mankiller with a Barbie doll as part of its 鈥淚nspiring Women鈥� series. But not all Cherokee Nation citizens are embracing the idea of honoring Ms. Mankiller with a doll.聽
The ExplainerCan US prisons take a page from Norway? Five questions.Prisons in the United States do comparatively little to prepare incarcerated populations for their release. Norway is at the opposite end of the spectrum, with聽some incarcerated people cooking their own meals. Some U.S. prisons are taking cues.
鈥楾he elephant in the room鈥�: How US schools are talking about the MideastEducators are helping young people and their families process the Israel-Hamas war. Finding a way forward includes making sure students feel physically safe, but also supporting their curiosity and thoughtfulness.聽
First LookThey thought he was just a US diplomat. But was he spying for Cuba?A high-ranking U.S. diplomat was arrested and charged with spying for Cuba. Manuel Rocha, who stoked controversy during his term as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, is alleged to have been a covert agent for decades.
First LookCal State University faculty are striking. What are their demands?A series of one-day strikes, held by the California Faculty Association, have begun across California State University campuses, pushing for a 12% salary increase and other benefits. The university chancellor鈥檚 office says the pay increase is not feasible.
First LookTrump claims immunity in Jan. 6 lawsuits. Federal court disagrees.While a federal appeals court dismissed Donald Trump鈥檚 claims that presidential immunity shields him from liability in capital riot-related lawsuits, it says Mr. Trump can still聽try to prove that his actions were taken in his official capacity as president.
Congress sets precedent by expelling Rep. George SantosIn only the sixth expulsion ever from the U.S. House, the issue was not just ethical concerns around Mr. Santos鈥� conduct, but also how expelling someone prior to a criminal conviction could undermine Congress as an institution.
Is cryptocurrency enabling Hamas? Efforts to halt terror funding revive.The Hamas attack has put a focus on the use of cryptocurrency by terrorist groups. Will new vigilance by the U.S. and others succeed 鈥� and persist?
Everything she did made history: Sandra Day O鈥機onnor鈥檚 legacySandra Day O鈥機onnor鈥檚 historic appointment as the first female justice of the U.S. Supreme Court opened doors to women. She brought compassion and pragmatism to a trailblazing career.聽
First LookHoliday shopping: 鈥楤uy now, pay later鈥� risky business, analysts warnDeferred payment plans have been growing in popularity with U.S. consumers and are expected to be used heavily this holiday season. But financial analysts warn that these plans can make borrowing too easy and saddle consumers with excessive debt.聽
