The Trump administration has suspended over $1 billion in funding for Cornell University and $790 million for Northwestern University amid investigations into alleged civil rights violations related to pro-Palestinian protests on campus. The halted funding primarily consists of grants and contracts from various federal departments, as the administration has warned that it may take action against universities that do not address what it describes as anti-Semitism. A letter was recently sent to 60 universities, including Cornell and Northwestern, indicating potential enforcement measures based on the outcome of the review.
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Ziad Rahbani, Lebanese musical giant and sardonic critic, dead at 69
Ziad Rahbani, the influential Lebanese composer and musician known for blending Western and Arabic musical styles and critiquing the country's sectarian politics, passed away at 69 after a long illness in Beirut. His work resonated with multiple generations of Lebanese, particularly those affected by the Civil War and its enduring legacy. Want More Context? ๐
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