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Trump Administration Issues 10-Point Plan Requiring Universities to Meet Ideological and Enrollment Standards for Federal Funding
Oct 02, 2025 03:38 pm CST
The Trump administration has issued a controversial 10-point memorandum to US colleges requiring caps on international students, elimination of race-based admissions, tuition freezes, and ideological alignment to receive federal funding. Universities including Columbia and Brown have already reached multi-million dollar settlements following federal investigations into campus protests.
Pakistan's Solar Farming Revolution: Balancing Energy Independence and Water Security
Oct 02, 2025 03:34 pm CST
Pakistan's agricultural sector is undergoing a solar revolution as farmers switch from grid electricity and diesel to solar-powered irrigation systems. While this transition offers energy independence and cost savings for struggling rural communities, it coincides with alarming groundwater depletion in Punjab province. With approximately 650,000 solar-powered tube wells now operating nationwide and rice cultivation expanding by 30%, experts warn that unregulated water extraction threatens Pakistan's long-term agricultural sustainability and food security.
Fatal Clashes Erupt as Morocco's Gen Z Protests Against $35 Billion World Cup Investment
Oct 02, 2025 03:14 pm CST
Two deaths reported as Morocco's youth-led protests intensify against the government's $35 billion World Cup preparations while demanding better public services, healthcare, and education. Growing civil unrest has resulted in over 1,000 arrests as the GenZ212 movement gains momentum through social media mobilization.
Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Member Sentenced to 6 Years for Attack on AP Dhillon's Canadian Home
Oct 02, 2025 03:02 pm CST
A Canadian court has sentenced Abjeet Kingra to six years in prison for firing at Punjabi singer AP Dhillon's British Columbia home and committing arson under the direction of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Authorities continue to search for second suspect Vikram Sharma, who is believed to have fled Canada after the September 2024 attack that led to Canada classifying the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity.
Japan's Political Crossroads: Why the Liberal Democratic Party's Decades-Long Dominance is Crumbling
Oct 02, 2025 02:59 pm CST
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party faces an existential crisis ahead of its October 4 leadership election as rural support erodes, economic challenges mount, and populist rivals gain ground. With the party now operating as a minority government for the first time in decades, the next leader must navigate political fragmentation while addressing voter frustrations over rising costs, agricultural policy, and immigration—potentially reshaping Japan's domestic and international trajectory.
"A Witch Killing Own People": How PoK Protest Leader's Fiery Speech Challenges Pakistan's Control
Oct 02, 2025 02:15 pm CST
In a dramatic escalation of tensions in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Awami Action Committee leader Shaukat Nawaz Mir has compared Pakistan's government and army to "a witch bent on killing people." His powerful condemnation comes amid widespread civilian protests that have resulted in at least 12 deaths and hundreds of injuries, marking a historic challenge to Islamabad's authority in the region as residents demand basic rights and an end to decades of alleged oppression.
Delta Airlines Planes Collide at LaGuardia Airport: Wing Detaches in New York Taxiing Incident
Oct 02, 2025 01:31 pm CST
Two Delta Airlines commercial aircraft collided while taxiing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, resulting in one plane's wing detachment and one reported injury. The incident occurred when a flight arriving from Charlotte Douglas International Airport had its wing entangled with another Delta regional jet. This accident adds to recent safety concerns at LaGuardia, where multiple incidents have prompted FAA investigations.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat: Pahalgam Attack Revealed India's True International Allies at Vijaya Dashami Rally
Oct 02, 2025 01:19 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed India's foreign relations during the annual Vijaya Dashami rally, stating that responses to the Pahalgam terror attack revealed which nations are truly India's friends. He emphasized national security vigilance, discussed Operation Sindoor's aftermath, expressed concerns about political unrest in neighboring countries, and advocated for self-reliance in response to US tariffs as the organization marked its centenary.
Deepfake Political Scams on Meta: $49 Million Spent on Fake Government Benefit Ads Targeting Seniors
Oct 02, 2025 01:03 pm CST
A watchdog report reveals scammers have spent $49 million on Meta platforms creating deepfake videos of politicians like Donald Trump to promote fraudulent government benefits. These sophisticated scams primarily target seniors with fake stimulus checks and healthcare payments, exploiting artificial intelligence advances and Meta's content moderation gaps despite the platform's special authorization process for political advertisers.
Trump Announces Historic Pfizer Deal: 50% Discount on Medications Through TrumpRx Platform
Oct 02, 2025 12:45 pm CST
President Trump has announced a groundbreaking agreement with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer that promises to reduce prescription drug costs for Medicaid recipients through most-favored-nation pricing. The deal includes Pfizer's participation in the new TrumpRx website, offering consumers average discounts of 50% on medications purchased directly from manufacturers, along with a $70 billion investment commitment in domestic manufacturing facilities. This first-of-its-kind arrangement aims to address America's higher prescription drug prices compared to other developed nations.