Columbia University’s FY25 operating income plunges 63% as federal research cuts hit funding

Rising costs and US grant terminations drive Columbia University operating surplus lower. (Getty Images) Columbia University’s operating income fell sharply in fiscal year 2025, declining by just over 63% to $112.6 million. The Ivy League institution reported that revenue grew only modestly while expenses increased at a faster pace, putting pressure on its financial position,…

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University of Texas considers Trump compact despite concerns over academic freedom, tuition freeze, and gender definition rules

University of Texas reviews Trump Compact for Excellence despite academic freedom concerns. (Getty Images) The University of Texas (UT) is reportedly in discussions with the Trump administration over a proposed funding agreement that could provide the university with substantial federal support. The compact, referred to by the White House as the “Compact for Excellence in…

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Prashant Kishor educational qualification and career path: From UN public health expert to India’s top political strategist

Prashant Kishor educational qualification and career path Prashant Kishor, widely known as PK, has emerged as one of India’s most influential political strategists. Recently, he announced the formation of his own political party, Jan Suraaj, in Bihar, signalling a transition from behind-the-scenes strategist to active politician. The party is set to contest all 243 seats…

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Who is Sudarshan Kamath, Indian origin founder offering jobs to laid-off Meta employees?

Sudarshan Kamath (Photo: LinkedIn) Sudarshan Kamath, an Indian-origin entrepreneur, has made headlines for offering positions to employees recently laid off from Meta Platforms’ AI division. The San Francisco-based founder leads Smallest AI, a startup focused on speech-based artificial intelligence systems. Kamath announced on social media that eligible candidates could receive base salaries between $200,000 and…

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Fear on the school route: Chicago moves to consider remote learning amid ICE raids

As Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity intensifies in Chicago neighborhoods, students and educators are confronting a new reality of fear that reaches far beyond the classroom. Reports of detentions and enforcement near schools have heightened anxiety among families, prompting urgent calls from the Chicago Board of Education for emergency measures, including potential virtual learning…

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