US student pipeline at risk: 49% of foreign students say they wouldn’t have applied without duration of status

Nearly half of international students say they would not have enrolled in US universities without the Duration of Status (D/S) system, a recent survey by the Institute for Progress and NAFSA found. The flexibility offered by D/S is critical to students in long academic programmes. Combined with concerns over Optional Practical Training (OPT), H-1B visa…

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Shedeur Sanders’ quiet reaction raises questions after Dillon Gabriel becomes Browns’ quarterback

Cleveland Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders sparked controversy with his silent, gestural reaction to Dillon Gabriel being named the starting quarterback for Week 5. His conduct, followed by a cryptic social media post, ignited debates on professionalism. While his father, Deion Sanders, backed him, analysts criticized his media handling as Gabriel prepares for his debut.

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Ex-India women’s team captain Shantha Rangaswamy is set to be ICA’s first female president

Former India women’s captain Shantha Rangaswamy is set to become the first female president of the Indian Cricketers’ Association, elected unopposed. She will lead the ICA, focusing on member welfare, with elections scheduled for October 15-16. Other key appointments include Venkat Sunderam as secretary and Shubhangi Kulkarni as the IPL Governing Council representative.

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Billion dollar boost loading? Why Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl album may be just what US Fed & Powell needed – explained

Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” could offer a surprising boost to the US economy, which is currently facing growth challenges and persistent inflation. Should a mega-tour follow, similar to her last, it could inject billions into consumer spending, potentially aiding the Federal Reserve’s efforts to stabilize the economy and support employment…

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