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UM cost of attendance climbs $5,000, students to pay $93,000 next year: Attending the University of Miami for the 2024-2025 school year will cost students over ...
miamiherald.com/news/local/education/article287764725.html
Columbia cancels in-person classes over Israeli-Palestinian tensions: Columbia University has canceled in-person classes and police have arrested dozens of ...
apnews.com/article/columbia-yale-israel-palestinians-protests-56c3d9d0a278c15ed8e4132a75ea9599
After a long fight, Reggie Bush’s Heisman Trophy is being returned: The Heisman Trust is reportedly reversing its decision after the star tailback forfeited his ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/24/usc-great-reggie-bush-reportedly-getting-heisman-trophy-back/
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
Pro-Palestinian Encampments Take Over American College Campuses: As the death toll from Israeli strikes on Gaza increases, pro-Palestinian encampments have ...
time.com/6969875/pro-palestinian-encampments-take-over-college-campuses-across-america/
Quick Glance: Pro-Palestinian Protests at US Universities
- Pro-Palestinian protests at US universities are spreading and sparking controversies.
- Demonstrations escalated at various locations, including the University of Southern California and Texas.
- A Republican leader suggests deploying the National Guard to contain the protests.
- The movement expresses solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza and calls for universities to divest from companies tied to Israel.
Gaza protesters clash with police at US universities: Demonstrators in Texas were met with state troopers as protests lead to arrests on campuses across the ...
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USC Cancels Graduation Keynote By Filmmaker Amid Controversy Over Decision To Drop Student's Speech
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Quick Glance: USC Valedictorian Criticizes School For Cancelling Her Speech
- USC announced Asna Tabassum as the Class of 2024 valedictorian, but the school canceled her speech.
- The cancellation was due to security concerns related to social media and the conflict in the Middle East.
- Tabassum criticized the university for the decision and felt disappointed.
- The school will not select a replacement for Tabassum at the main graduation ceremony.
Hundreds at Harvard Protest Suspension of Pro-Palestinian Group: Students flooded Harvard Yard, the oldest part of the university’s campus ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/harvard-campus-protests.html
USC Calls Off Prominent Guest Speeches at Graduation Amid Fallout over Censoring Valedictorian
democracynow.org/2024/4/22/headlines/usc_calls_off_prominent_guest_speeches_at_graduation_amid_fallout_over_censoring_valedictorian
Columbia University shifts classes to remote-only after a wave of protests on campus
npr.org/2024/04/22/1246294353/columbia-yale-protests-arrests-palestine-israel
Meet USC Valedictorian Asna Tabassum: School Cancels Commencement Speech by Pro-Palestinian Student
democracynow.org/2024/4/18/asna_tabassum_censored
Dozens arrested at NYU ‘liberated zone’ as anti-Israel encampments sweep US campuses
timesofisrael.com/dozens-arrested-at-nyu-as-anti-israel-encampments-sweep-across-us-campuses/
Over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested from New York’s Columbia campus: April 18 (Reuters) - More than 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested on ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-19-over-100-pro-palestinian-protesters-arrested-from-new-yorks-columbia-campus/
Colleges struggle with allowing protests and preventing antisemitism and intimidation
pbs.org/newshour/show/colleges-struggle-with-allowing-protests-and-preventing-antisemitism-and-intimidation
Netanyahu decries pro-Palestine protests over Gaza as ‘horrific’ and ‘antisemitic’
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/netanyahu-protest-israel-columbia-nyu-b2534354.html
Cavs force Magic to rethink game plan after Evan Mobley comes out firing in Game 1
theathletic.com/5431775/2024/04/20/evan-mobley-cavs-magic-nba-playoffs/
Michael Strahan’s daughter Isabella reacts to fan not knowing if she's alive as she battles brain cancer
nypost.com/2024/04/24/entertainment/michael-strahans-daughter-isabella-reacts-to-fan-not-knowing-if-shes-alive-amid-cancer/
Professors condemn Columbia crackdown on pro-Palestine students: Columbia and Barnard chapters of nationwide group issue statement claiming ‘flagrant disregard ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/20/columbia-barnard-student-protesters
USC campus tense after Muslim valedictorian's speech cancelled: The university said it cut the Muslim student's speech over security concerns tied to Middle East ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68848821
How Caleb Williams convinced the Chicago Bears he can rewrite their QB history: ‘I just like his cool under pressure’
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/21/chicago-bears-caleb-williams-nfl-draft-3/
US college affordability debate should focus on net cost, not sticker prices: Total cost figures are misleading, with few students actually paying the headline ...
ft.com/content/3bc63528-62f9-46e1-940c-f47b78ceb375
Columbia University calls in police to break up pro-Palestinian protest: Clampdown on ‘disruptive’ demonstrations leads to more than 100 arrests as US campus ...
ft.com/content/39729993-58d3-45bf-a2ed-1559fb1d1c99
2024 NFL draft: Everything you need to know, including when the Chicago Bears pick and how you can watch
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/24/chicago-bears-nfl-draft/
By canceling valedictorian speech, USC gives itself another black eye: USC has left its valedictorian out in the cold, says one reader. Another believes the ...
latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2024-04-18/canceled-valedictorian-speech-self-inflicted-black-eye-for-usc
How American politics has infected investing: Beware: taking a stand can be expensive
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/21/how-american-politics-has-infected-investing
USC Cancels Jon M. Chu and Billie Jean King as Featured Guests for Graduation: Jon M. Chu, the director of “Crazy Rich Asians,” and Billie Jean King were set to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/us/usc-graduation-commencement-guests.html
Students shut down Cal Poly Humboldt campus to support Gaza ceasefire, divestment from Israel
sacbee.com/news/local/education/article287972195.html
Pandas coming to CA zoo for first time in decades — and city calls it a ‘major boost’
sacbee.com/news/california/article287840700.html
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Quick Glance: San Francisco to Receive Pandas from China
- San Francisco is set to be the next U.S. city to welcome a pair of pandas from China as part of the 'panda diplomacy' program between Washington and Beijing.
- Mayor London Breed announced that the San Francisco Zoo has been chosen to house the giant pandas.
- The city has been working closely with Chinese and Asian and Pacific Islander communities to strengthen the existing cultural connection.
- China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) will collaborate with city officials to prepare for the pandas' arrival in 2025 and establish technical standards for their conservation.
Sacramento is one of the best places to live in the nation, Money says. This is why
sacbee.com/news/local/article287483930.html
Schools keep censoring valedictorians. It often backfires — here's why they do it anyway.
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/20/usc-graduation-joins-long-list-of-us-graduation-controversies/73355800007/
Meteor shower to peak in California sky soon. Here’s when and the best way to watch
sacbee.com/news/local/article287840690.html
Women's college basketball popularity grows while men's dip: Viewership for this year's NCAA basketball championship games shows the audience for the women's ...
businessinsider.com/ncaa-college-womens-basketball-tv-ratings-popularity-wnba-caitlin-clark-2024-4
LAPD arrests dozens at USC amid Israel-Hamas war protests: LAPD officers in riot gear arrested at least 35 people as they moved to clear an encampment at the ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-24/usc-pro-palestinian-encampment
Quick Glance: Spread of Anti-War Protests at U.S. Universities
- University of Minnesota student sets up protest camp following arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
- Pro-Palestinian protests sweep campuses nationwide, demanding universities cut ties with Israel.
- Arrest of over 100 student protesters at Columbia University sparks solidarity protests at other colleges.
- Student anti-war protests spread across the country, from Yale to University of California, demanding divestment from Israel.
Jane Fonda brings her intensity and charm to USC Annenberg journalism school: In a chat with the school's dean, Willow Bay, she discussed the environment ...
dailynews.com/2024/04/12/jane-fonda-brings-her-intensity-and-charm-to-usc-annenberg-journalism-school/
Scouting Bronny James and His 2024 NBA Draft Outlook: LeBron James’s son is testing the NBA draft waters. Is the USC freshman ready for the NBA? We spoke with ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/10/24126177/bronny-james-nba-draft-scouting-report
Quick Glance: Bronny James: NBA Draft and Future Outlook
- LeBron James's son, Bronny James, is exploring opportunities in the NBA draft. Is the USC freshman prepared for the transition to the NBA? Discussions with NBA personnel aim to evaluate his gameplay.
- Despite his potential as an athlete and his selfless passing abilities, Bronny James did not deliver the desired performance as a freshman at USC. His weaknesses as a shooter and shot creator have raised doubts about his NBA readiness. James has declared for the draft while retaining his college eligibility and entering the transfer portal to keep his future options open.
- Bronny's struggles as a shooter, especially with three-pointers, are highlighted by NBA experts. His lack of efficiency in scoring and limited ball-handling abilities could hinder his chances of establishing himself in the NBA.
- Whether Bronny James can overcome his weaknesses and improve his game to succeed in the NBA remains to be seen. A potential return to USC or transferring to other colleges are possibilities, while his future NBA path is still uncertain.
Columbia leaders face scrutiny from lawmakers on campus antisemitism: The House Committee on Education and the Workforce summoned the school’s president and ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/17/columbia-congress-hearing-antisemitism-campus-protests-israel-gaza/
Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism
- Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.
- Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.
- University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.
- The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.
Advocates fear for pro-Palestinian speakers after USC nixes valedictorian’s address
thehill.com/homenews/education/4605360-pro-palestinian-usc-valedictorian-address-israel-gaza-hamas/
Pro-Palestinian protests sweep US college campuses following mass arrests at Columbia
seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/columbia-cancels-classes-and-police-arrest-yale-protesters-as-tensions-over-middle-east-war-grow/
Yale Students Launch Hunger Strike; USC Cancels Graduation Speech by Muslim Student
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/yale_students_launch_hunger_strike_usc_cancels_graduation_speech_by_muslim_student
California valedictorian will no longer give graduation speech over 'alarming' discussion
usatoday.com/story/news/education/2024/04/15/usc-cancels-valedictorian-graduation-speech-israel-hamas/73336731007/
O.J. Simpson just died. Is it too soon to talk about his troubled past?: Experts say no timeline exists for when it's OK to talk negatively about someone after ...
usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/04/11/oj-simpson-complicated-talking-after-death/73288082007/
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
8 California cities land on list of best US spots to own EVs. Where did Sacramento rank?
sacbee.com/news/local/article287803900.html
Is it safety or censorship? USC cancels valedictorian speech over Israel-Hamas protests.
csmonitor.com/USA/Education/2024/0417/usc-commencement-valedictorian-speech-canceled
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A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states: A conservative quest to limit diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives is gaining ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/24/a-conservative-quest-to-limit-diversity-programs-gains-momentum-in-states/
Israel, Gaza and divestment: what we know about the Columbia student protests: The university is to hold virtual classes after protests on campus culminated in ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/22/columbia-university-student-protests-israel-gaza
Harvard tent city pops up as Princeton students prep own anti-Israel protest despite warnings: 'Immediately barred from campus'
nypost.com/2024/04/24/us-news/princeton-students-gearing-up-for-own-anti-israel-encampment-docs/
USC, Emory Credit Ratings Threatened by Struggling Hospitals: Like other major universities, the University of Southern California has poured resources into ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-08/usc-emory-credit-ratings-threatened-by-struggling-hospitals
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USC canceled Asna Tabassum’s valedictorian commencement speech. Here’s why:: USC says it canceled valedictorian Asna Tabassum’s speech over safety ...
vox.com/24134018/usc-valedictorian-speech-canceled-palestine-israel-asna-tabassum
Isabella Strahan shares positive update in brain tumor battle: The USC student revealed in January she is battling medulloblastoma.
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/isabella-strahan-shares-positive-update-brain-tumor-battle-109084327
Quick Glance: Isabella's Fight Against Medulloblastoma: Tears of Joy and Surprises
- Isabella Strahan, Michael Strahan's 19-year-old daughter, received encouraging news from her doctor during her battle with medulloblastoma.
- In her latest vlog, Isabella revealed that she only has to complete two more rounds of chemotherapy, marking a significant milestone in her treatment.
- Isabella was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, underwent surgery, received six weeks of radiation therapy, and is currently undergoing weeks of chemotherapy.
- Michael Strahan expressed his admiration for Isabella's strength and optimism during her fight against cancer.
Qatar says it is reconsidering hostage talks mediator role after suffering ‘damage’
timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-17-2024/
Fear and loathing on America’s college campuses as free speech is disappearing: Student activists say fear and paranoia has descended on college campus around ...
inquirer.com/opinion/college-free-speech-palestine-israel-20240418.html
USC Cancels Valedictorian’s Speech After Claims of Antisemitism: The university cited security concerns at the graduation. But the student, who is Muslim ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/usc-valedictorian-speech-gaza-war.html
Pandas coming to CA zoo for first time in decades — and city calls it a ‘major boost’
miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article287840700.html
Michigan's Jim Harbaugh was threatened with suspension by NCAA last fall for lawyer's social media criticism
cbssports.com/college-football/news/michigans-jim-harbaugh-was-threatened-with-suspension-by-ncaa-last-fall-for-lawyers-social-media-criticism/
LeBron's son Bronny declares for 2024 draft: Bronny James, the son of NBA great LeBron James, announced on Friday that he is entering the 2024 NBA draft while ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/lebrons-son-bronny-declares-2024-draft-2024-04-05/
Quick Glance: Bronny James Announces Participation in 2024 NBA Draft and Enters Transfer Portal
- The son of the superstar, Bronny James, will enter the 2024 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility. To have flexibility, he will also enter the transfer portal while working out for NBA teams before making a final decision based on evaluations. Bronny's choice to simultaneously opt for the draft and the transfer portal marks the conclusion of a season at USC that began with a serious health issue and saw his remarkable return to the court in a bench role.
- LeBron has publicly expressed his desire to play in the NBA with his son before the end of his Hall of Fame career. Nineteen-year-old Bronny, who completed his freshman season at USC, will participate in the 2024 NBA Draft while retaining his college eligibility. He will also utilize the transfer portal to have flexibility during his workouts with NBA teams before making a final decision based on team evaluations.
The interview with Henry Winkler you literally won't see anywhere else: Henry Winkler has one question: “Is my hair being blown out of proportion here?”
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/henry-winkler-festival-of-books-2024-being-henry-123
Delaine Eastin, only woman elected California schools chief, dies, 76: A four-term state assembly member and the only woman ever elected to run the California ...
sfchronicle.com/california/article/delaine-eastin-woman-elected-california-schools-19420997.php
Unfair labor complaint filed against Notre Dame over athletes: An unfair labor complaint was filed Thursday against the University of Notre Dame for classifying ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/notre-dame-athletes-unfair-labor-complaint/
USC under fire for canceling valedictorian speech: Citing safety concerns, the university canceled a pro-Palestinian student's speech
theweek.com/education/usc-valedictorian-speech-palestine
Writers, readers wrestle with tough subjects at L.A. Times Festival of Books: Authors discuss their books in front of audiences on the USC campus during the 2024 ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-20/los-angeles-times-book-festival-writers-readers-tough-subjects
How NCAA Women’s Final record viewership stacks up to the men’s
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article287503755.html
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
With graduation near, colleges seek to balance safety and students' right to protest Gaza war
omaha.com/news/nation-world/with-graduation-near-colleges-seek-to-balance-safety-and-students-right-to-protest-gaza-war/article_a775d4d9-af20-5270-8b6c-98ae695626d7.html
Columbia University president faces House committee investigating antisemitism on campus
pbs.org/newshour/show/columbia-university-president-faces-house-committee-investigating-antisemitism-on-campus
UC Berkeley study confirms that yes, EVs do what they promise to do: A new study confirms what EV fans already know: EV adoption does make the air cleaner ...
electrek.co/2024/04/05/uc-berkeley-study-confirms-that-yes-evs-do-what-they-promise-to-do/
L.A. Times Festival of Books 2024: Poet Victoria Chang on feminism, grief and art
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-21/day-ii-festival-of-books-feature
'Hanley will soon be a ghost town' - You react as Potteries Centre USC to shut: The fashion retailer is shutting in June
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/hanley-soon-ghost-town-you-9223756
‘Great t**s’: Sydney Sweeney hits back: Sydney Sweeney appeared to hit back at recent criticism with a very blunt message on social media.
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/celebrity-photos/sydney-sweeney-appears-to-hit-back-at-critic-sorry-for-having-great-ts/news-story/3c342b9e329ed33393e3ced7fa8c4d46
Nearly $100,000 a year? How California college costs compare: Several East Coast schools are grabbing attention for total yearly costs topping $90,000 ...
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/california-most-expensive-colleges-total-costs-19405993.php
March Madness Final Four teams revenue for men's and women's basketball: Stars in women's college basketball will help narrow the revenue gap ...
businessinsider.com/ncaa-march-madness-final-four-mens-womens-college-basketball-revenue-2024-4
Why can't JuJu Watkins enter the WNBA draft early?: The WNBA has an age requirement that has been included in the league’s collective bargaining agreement since ...
latimes.com/sports/usc/story/2024-04-14/wnba-draft-age-requirement-juju-watkins
Ag groups spend millions on ads to discourage California farmworker unionizing. What to know
sacbee.com/news/california/article287325335.html
USC G Isaiah Collier Announces Intent to Declare for NBA Draft: The Trojans' blue-chip freshman is off to the next level.
si.com/college/2024/04/10/usc-isaiah-collier-declares-for-nba-draft
USC defensive tackle Bear Alexander enters transfer portal: USC defensive tackle Bear Alexander, who played a key role for the Trojans' rebuilding defense ...
latimes.com/sports/usc/story/2024-04-09/usc-defensive-tackle-bear-alexander-transfer-portal
Elite College Credit Ratings Take a Hit From Struggling Hospital Systems: Like other major universities, the University of Southern California has poured ...
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NATO Should Expand to Japan, Australia, South Korea, New Zealand: Expansion of the alliance to include far-away Japan, Australia and others might seem ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-08/nato-should-expand-to-japan-australia-south-korea-new-zealand
How DB DeCarlos Nicholson left home and found home at USC : Mississippi State transfer DeCarlos Nicholson finds himself among a suddenly crowded group of ...
latimes.com/sports/usc/story/2024-04-17/usc-football-cornerback-decarlos-nicholson
Caleb Williams Fires Back at NFL Draft Pundit Who Suggested QB Hasn't Endured Adversity
si.com/nfl/2024/04/09/caleb-williams-fires-back-nfl-draft-pundit-adversity
Jon M. Chu's USC 2024 Commencement Speech Canceled: Jon M. Chu, along with other outside speakers and honorees, has been released from speaking at the USC 2024 ...
variety.com/2024/film/news/jon-m-chu-usc-commencement-speech-canceled-1235977411/
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Michigan football lands first recruit of Sherrone Moore era, top rated player in Illinois
freep.com/story/sports/college/university-michigan/wolverines/2024/04/22/michigan-football-lands-nate-marshall-top-player-illinois/73413279007/
Mailbag: Fate of West Coast quartet in Big Ten, what’s next for the ‘Pac-2,’ ACC chaos, Cal’s (new) boss, UW’s ordeal and more
mercurynews.com/2024/04/12/mailbag-fate-of-west-coast-quartet-in-big-ten-whats-next-for-the-pac-2-acc-chaos-cals-new-boss-uws-ordeal-and-more/
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