US budget battle puts billions in federal education funding at risk

Federal education funding has become entangled in a fierce constitutional and political struggle, with the Trump administration deploying rescissions and impoundments to reshape congressional spending decisions. While the Senate seeks stability and the House pushes retrenchment, schools nationwide face uncertainty over Title I, special education, and other crucial programmes, leaving millions of students vulnerable to…

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Why is Brooklyn College under fire? Zohran Mamdani’s ‘Fight Oligarchy’ faces heat; senator Bernie Sanders trolled

Brooklyn College faces criticism for hosting a town hall headlined by Bernie Sanders and featuring mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani. Critics, including former CUNY trustee Jeffrey Wiesenfeld, decry the event as a partisan rally on public grounds, questioning the absence of other candidates. The college defends its decision, stating the venue is available for rental to…

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Jamie Lee Curtis makes candid confession; recalls the only time she ever requested an autograph

Jamie Lee Curtis revealed a surprising autograph request: Jaleel White, a.k.a. Steve Urkel from “Family Matters.” Curtis, a self-proclaimed ‘nice mom,’ secured the autograph for her child and proudly keeps it in her daughter’s scrapbook. She also expressed immense love and support for her daughters, Annie and Ruby, emphasizing that being a parent is about…

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Despite Trump’s peace overtures, experts offer word of caution

Experts caution against over-interpreting Donald Trump’s softened stance towards India, viewing it as a tactic from his playbook. Despite occasional praise, Trump’s administration has strained relations with India, undoing previous progress and evoking historical mistrust through tariff measures. The Trump regime has antagonized allies globally, including Canada, Mexico, Denmark, Japan, Brazil, and even North and…

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Sydney Sweeney gorged on milkshakes to prepare for her part in boxer biopic

Sydney Sweeney transformed herself for the biopic ‘Christy’, portraying boxing legend Christy Martin. Sweeney underwent rigorous training and a specific diet, including Chick-fil-A, to embody the athlete. The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, received a standing ovation. Sweeney expressed her honor in telling Martin’s story, which highlights her boxing career and…

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X account of Austrian economist blocked on govt prodding

The Indian government has blocked the X (formerly Twitter) account of Austrian economist Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn in India. This action was taken in response to Fehlinger’s provocative statements, which included calls for the “dismantling of India” and criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whom he labeled “Russia’s man.” Fehlinger also expressed support for the Khalistan movement…

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