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University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

University of California faculty members and researchers have filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump and a wide array of federal agencies, challenging what they describe as politically motivated and unlawful cancellations of approved research grants. The lawsuit, submitted to a federal district court, marks a significant escalation in the growing conflict between public universities and the current federal administration over science funding and academic independence.

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06 Jun 2025 08:18 AM

University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

University of California faculty members and researchers have filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump and a wide array of federal agencies, challenging what they describe as politically motivated and unlawful cancellations of approved research grants. The lawsuit, submitted to a federal district court, marks a significant escalation in the growing conflict between public universities and the current federal administration over science funding and academic independence.

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US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

The US dollar declined in early Monday trading, reversing some of the gains it posted last week, as investors responded to rising concerns about trade tensions and the potential for inflationary pressures. The latest drop followed the US administration's announcement to double tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, a move set to take effect this Wednesday. This aggressive shift in trade policy has reignited fears that economic growth could slow and inflation may spike.

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02 Jun 2025 04:58 AM

US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

The US dollar declined in early Monday trading, reversing some of the gains it posted last week, as investors responded to rising concerns about trade tensions and the potential for inflationary pressures. The latest drop followed the US administration's announcement to double tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, a move set to take effect this Wednesday. This aggressive shift in trade policy has reignited fears that economic growth could slow and inflation may spike.

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Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

WASHINGTON – Elon Musk has officially stepped away from his role as a Special Government Employee under President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk, who was heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced on his social media platform X that his time in the role has concluded. The DOGE initiative, a brainchild of the Trump administration, aimed to tackle and reduce wasteful government spending across federal agencies. Musk’s statement emphas

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28 May 2025 23:36 PM

Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

WASHINGTON – Elon Musk has officially stepped away from his role as a Special Government Employee under President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk, who was heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced on his social media platform X that his time in the role has concluded. The DOGE initiative, a brainchild of the Trump administration, aimed to tackle and reduce wasteful government spending across federal agencies. Musk’s statement emphas

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Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

The Trump administration has ordered US consulates worldwide to pause new student visa interviews, as reported by Politico. This directive comes as part of a broader effort to implement social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States. The move is expected to create significant delays in visa processing and could also put a financial strain on US universities that depend heavily on international student enrolment. According to documents signe

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28 May 2025 00:55 AM

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

The Trump administration has ordered US consulates worldwide to pause new student visa interviews, as reported by Politico. This directive comes as part of a broader effort to implement social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States. The move is expected to create significant delays in visa processing and could also put a financial strain on US universities that depend heavily on international student enrolment. According to documents signe

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HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

Testing and monitoring for HIV in South Africa have experienced a sharp decline in recent months, following significant cuts in US aid that previously supported healthcare workers and local clinics. According to unreleased data from South Africa's National Health Laboratory Service, the drop in viral load testing—especially among vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, infants, and youth—is raising alarm among health experts. The United States had been contributing approxima

Health & Wellness

15 May 2025 03:09 AM

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

Testing and monitoring for HIV in South Africa have experienced a sharp decline in recent months, following significant cuts in US aid that previously supported healthcare workers and local clinics. According to unreleased data from South Africa's National Health Laboratory Service, the drop in viral load testing—especially among vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, infants, and youth—is raising alarm among health experts. The United States had been contributing approxima

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Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

In a deeply impassioned and symbolic act, Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey took to the Senate floor in a marathon speech aimed at challenging the policies of President Donald Trump’s administration. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. ET and continuing well past midnight, Booker declared he would speak "as long as I am physically able," addressing issues that he believes threaten the nation’s core values, particularly in the realms of healthcare, economic stability, and democratic i

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01 Apr 2025 07:25 AM

Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

In a deeply impassioned and symbolic act, Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey took to the Senate floor in a marathon speech aimed at challenging the policies of President Donald Trump’s administration. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. ET and continuing well past midnight, Booker declared he would speak "as long as I am physically able," addressing issues that he believes threaten the nation’s core values, particularly in the realms of healthcare, economic stability, and democratic i

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University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

Women’s Day 2026: Key Empowerment Schemes Every Woman Should Know About

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Women’s Day 2026: Key Empowerment Schemes Every Woman Should Know About

Prince William Nansledan Visit Highlights Duchy Housing Push

Roger León’s journey from Newark student to superintendent inspiring a generation

Smriti Mandhana Moves Up to Second in ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings

Apple set to report fiscal Q1 earnings as iPhone demand and AI costs draw scrutiny

INDIA Bloc Protests in Bihar Over Voter Roll Revision, Labour Code

CUET PG 2025: Subject-Wise Exam Schedule Released, Check Timings & City Intimation Slip Details

Musk Highlights Neuralink’s Progress in Mind-Controlled Technology

China Eastern to Resume Shanghai-Delhi Flights from November 9

Microsoft Implements Job Cuts, Some Employees Denied Severance and Benefits

#trumpadministration

University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

University of California challenges Trump’s science grant cancellations

US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

US dollar dips as steel tariffs and China trade tensions rattle investor confidence

Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

Elon Musk exits Trump’s DOGE initiative, slams federal spending bill

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

Cory Booker’s Senate Speech Targets Trump Policies, Medicaid Cuts, and Healthcare Crisis

Women’s Day 2026: Key Empowerment Schemes Every Woman Should Know About

Prince William Nansledan Visit Highlights Duchy Housing Push

Roger León’s journey from Newark student to superintendent inspiring a generation

Smriti Mandhana Moves Up to Second in ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings

Apple set to report fiscal Q1 earnings as iPhone demand and AI costs draw scrutiny

INDIA Bloc Protests in Bihar Over Voter Roll Revision, Labour Code

CUET PG 2025: Subject-Wise Exam Schedule Released, Check Timings & City Intimation Slip Details

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Microsoft Implements Job Cuts, Some Employees Denied Severance and Benefits

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