US immigration authorities have arrested Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian student from Columbia University, for participating in pro-Palestinian protests and overstaying her terminated student visa. This follows the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, sparking debate over free speech and antisemitism on campus. The Trump administration has demanded reforms at Columbia, threatening to cancel federal grants and contracts over allegations of failing to protect Jewish students during protests.
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Canada elections 2025: Key candidates, major parties, issues
Canadians are voting today in a pivotal federal election following significant political changes and tensions with the U.S., prompted by Prime Minister Mark Carney's snap election call in response to a trade dispute. Leading the Liberal Party, Carney faces Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet, with key issues including affordability, U.S. relations, and climate policies. Voter concerns vary by age, with younger Canadians prioritizing housing and employment,...
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