On July 28, 2025, Israeli settler Yinon Levi fatally shot Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen, captured on video, amid a surge of violence in the West Bank that has seen over 1,000 Palestinian deaths since the Gaza genocide began in October 2023. Despite international sanctions on Levi, the broader system of settler colonialism persists, with the Israeli government accelerating land seizures and ignoring an ICJ ruling against its occupation.
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Trump administration strikes deal with Brown University to restore funding
Brown University has reached an agreement with the Trump administration to restore federal research grants, committing $50 million to workforce development and adhering to new policies on women's sports and antisemitism. This deal, which follows similar agreements by Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania, allows Brown to continue its academic mission while addressing federal concerns over discrimination and admissions practices. Want More Context? 🔎
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