How a secret document at Duke Law Journal triggered a national civil rights investigation

The US Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Duke University and the Duke Law Journal following reports of a secret grading document allegedly awarding additional points based on race and group affiliation. A joint letter from US officials urges Duke to eliminate unlawful racial preferences in admissions and hiring. The probe…

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AWS down: McDonalds, Microsoft Office 365, Apple Music, Alexa, and other big businesses that Amazon outage ‘disrupted’

A significant AWS outage on Monday, October 20, disrupted services for major companies like McDonald’s, Microsoft Office 365, and Apple Music. The disruption stemmed from DNS issues affecting Amazon’s DynamoDB database, impacting over 70 AWS services and highlighting cloud infrastructure fragility. Recovery efforts began in the afternoon, with services gradually returning online.

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Gemini Daily Horoscope Today, August 29, 2025: Shadow planets are watching — avoid rash moves!

Today favors meaningful connections through open communication, potentially leading to valuable insights and new beginnings. In love, heartfelt conversations strengthen relationships or spark new interests. Career-wise, clear communication enhances collaboration and opportunities. Finances remain stable, encouraging thoughtful planning, while balanced health benefits from relaxation and light activity.

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Travel surge: Indian tourists flock to Moscow, Vietnam, Japan; geopolitical shifts reshape holiday picks

Indian travelers are boosting tourism in several countries. Moscow, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, and Georgia are seeing strong growth. This trend highlights new travel preferences. Destinations like the Philippines are also gaining popularity. The rise is driven by factors like e-visas and direct flights. This indicates a dynamic shift in international travel patterns for Indians.

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‘From one chaiwala to another’: PM Modi, UK PM Starmer enjoy cup of tea; watch video

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK’s Keir Starmer strengthened India-UK ties over ‘chai pe charcha’ at Chequers after signing the Free Trade Agreement. The leaders displayed a strong rapport during their meeting, with PM Modi emphasizing a robust partnership using cricket analogies. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement was signed by commerce ministers from both nations.

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Saudi Arabia gold scam: Authorities shuts down foreign e-commerce store selling fake gold bullion

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce shuts down a foreign online store offering counterfeit gold bullion made of copper coated with gold. The store targeted Saudi consumers with prices nearly half the market value. The ministry urges buyers to verify online sellers through the Saudi Business Center’s verification service and avoid untrusted sites to prevent fraud…

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