Trump administration targets George Mason University in widening war on diversity hiring in higher education

The Trump administration has launched a civil rights investigation into George Mason University over alleged racial preferencing in hiring practices. This action follows a complaint from faculty members and signals a broader effort to scrutinize DEI policies at public universities. The investigation raises concerns about potential reverse discrimination and challenges the university’s commitment to diversity…

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Trump signals ‘aggressive’ tariffs on pharma imports, raising concerns for domestic companies

President Trump has threatened aggressive tariffs, potentially reaching 200%, on pharmaceutical imports, creating concerns for India’s export-driven pharma sector. Indian pharma stocks showed resilience, but companies like Aurobindo, Sun Pharma, and Lupin, which rely heavily on the US market, could face challenges. This move could disrupt the symbiotic relationship between the US and India’s healthcare…

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Living in Finland with your spouse on a student visa: Costs, rights and benefits

Finland offers a supportive framework for international students to bring their spouses, granting residence permits, unrestricted work and study rights and access to healthcare. Financial planning is crucial but spouses gain integration support and a personal identity code. Despite cultural adjustment challenges, couples find strength and comfort in experiencing this journey together.

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Did identity play a role in Mamdani’s Columbia application? SAT scores raise debate

New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani is facing scrutiny after reports revealed he identified as “Black/African American” on his Columbia University application, despite being of South Asian descent. The New York Post reported his SAT score was 2140, which fell within but near the lower end of Columbia’s accepted range. Critics, including Mayor Eric Adams, questioned…

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