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Amid Trump’s assaults on DEI, how one university is elevating Black students
Sacramento State’s Black Honors College enrolls over 800 students and provides a dedicated academic space celebrating Black scholarship and culture, even as universities nationwide roll back diversity programs.
A Public School District Wants to Maximize Federal Choice Funds. Here’s How
Public school districts in 31 states can access federal tax-credit scholarship funds starting next year, but the process requires navigating complex regulations and partnering with nonprofit scholarship-granting organizations.
Thousands of homeowners face adjustable-rate mortgage resets — and much higher payments
Roughly 150,000 homeowners with adjustable-rate mortgages face interest rate resets this year, with potential monthly payment increases exceeding $1,000 as rates have risen since origination.
USPS postmarks can lag mailing dates. What taxpayers and voters should know
USPS postmark delays due to operational changes could affect tax filing and mail-in ballot deadlines, with differences in state requirements determining whether timely postmarks suffice for ballots.
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American Express is cutting 5% of its workforce to ‘prepare for AI’
American Express is eliminating 5% of its global workforce and incurring a $336 million restructuring charge to streamline operations and prepare for artificial intelligence deployment across internal processes.
Why popular airplanes are getting scrapped years early
Popular aircraft including Airbus A320neo planes are being dismantled years earlier than expected due to severe shortages of expensive parts, particularly jet engines, forcing airlines and leasing companies to scrap young aircraft for components.
Honda warns 50% Canada auto tariffs would be catastrophic for industry
Honda warns that 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles would be catastrophic for the automotive industry without a new trade deal by year-end.
Toblerone owner sues British vegan chocolate brand over chunky shape
Mondelēz, owner of Toblerone, is suing British vegan chocolate maker Catherine’s Originals over its O’bar product, claiming it illegally copies the Swiss chocolate bar’s distinctive segmented shape.
Sinkholes, scarred land and scapegoats: the scourge of illegal gold mining in Johannesburg
Illegal gold mining in South Africa’s abandoned mine shafts has intensified as gold prices rise, creating environmental damage and social conflict, with politicians blaming zama zamas for sinkholes ahead of elections.
Cheaper cars are selling considerably faster than at the beginning of the year
Budget-priced vehicles are selling significantly faster than earlier in the year, with cars priced $20,000-$29,999 moving 20% quicker, though overall affordable vehicle sales have declined.
Avanti West Coast paid out £20m in ‘delay repay’ passenger refunds this summer
Avanti West Coast dispensed over £20 million in delay compensation to passengers during a three-month period this summer, marking record payouts for the intercity operator.
China elevates a military general to the Politburo and seeks to strengthen party discipline
China’s Communist Party elevated a top military general to its highest governing body and adopted measures to strengthen party discipline and combat corruption during a major leadership meeting.
US jails two Chinese nationals for spying
Two Chinese nationals were sentenced to 30 months in prison after admitting to recruiting US military members to spy for Beijing, facilitating cash payments and collecting sensitive defense information.
‘The last fortress’: historic Athens cafe closes as countercultural area gentrifies
Historic Athenian cafe Mouria, a 44-year-old gathering place for intellectuals and activists in the counterculture neighborhood of Exarchia, is closing this weekend as gentrification transforms the district.
Are Houthis using Russian satellites as Saudi Arabia fends off strikes?
An investigation suggests Russian satellites have been assisting Iran-aligned Houthis in targeting Saudi Arabian military and energy infrastructure, including oil pipeline facilities.
RSF senior commander defects, accusing Sudan group’s leadership of nepotism
A senior commander of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces has defected, accusing the paramilitary group’s leadership of operating as a family-controlled enterprise that suppresses dissent.