After 15-year battle, Harvard agrees in settlement to relinquish early slave photos

Two NYPD detectives were placed on modified duty following revelations of their connections to a Manhattan townhouse where an Italian businessman was allegedly tortured by two crypto suspects over a bitcoin password. One detective, who had been working off-duty security for one of the suspects, transported the victim to the townhouse, where he was subjected to severe abuse before escaping. The detectives are under investigation for their employment with the suspects, while the accused, John...

Harvard's commencement on Thursday was marked by defiance and celebration, emphasizing diversity and truth amid ongoing legal disputes with the Trump administration. Commencement speaker Dr. Abraham Verghese highlighted the challenges faced by immigrants and the importance of the rule of law, while Harvard President Alan Garber received a warm reception for supporting international students. The event coincided with a federal judge’s temporary order blocking the administration's attempts to revoke Harvard’s ability to enroll foreign students,...

The Trump administration plans to appeal a court ruling that invalidated many of its tariffs, threatening to escalate the legal battle to the Supreme Court unless the decision is stayed. The ruling, which deemed Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act for imposing tariffs an overreach, has sparked outrage from administration officials who argue that foreign and economic policy should be determined by the political branches, not the courts. Analysts suggest that a...

After a years-long pause on student loan repayments, borrowers are now facing credit score declines due to missed payments, with 2.2 million seeing drops of over 100 points in early 2025. This follows the expiration of a grace period that protected borrowers from negative credit reporting, leading to increased borrowing costs and limited access to credit for many, particularly affecting those with previously good scores. Experts warn that these delinquencies may entrench financial disparities, making...

Savannah Chrisley celebrated the news of her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, receiving pardons from President Trump after serving time for tax evasion and bank fraud. In an Instagram video, she expressed gratitude for Trump's personal call and emphasized the fresh start the pardon provides her family. The Chrisleys, previously sentenced to a combined 19 years in prison, were known for their reality show "Chrisley Knows Best," and their legal troubles date back to fraudulent...

'Mia' says she remembers thinking Combs was going to kill VenturaMadeline Halpert reports from court that "Mia" testified about an incident where Combs violently attacked Ventura at her Los Angeles home. During the assault, "Mia" intervened but was thrown against a wall, realizing they were in serious danger as Combs slammed Ventura against a wooden bed frame, prompting her to fear for Ventura's life. After the attack, Combs instructed "Mia" to arrange for Ventura to...