Author: Eleanor Stratton
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Harvard Revokes Professor’s Tenure: Inside the Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Allegations at Harvard
The Fall of a Harvard Professor: Accusations of Academic Misconduct Accusations of academic misconduct have upended the career of Francesca Gino, a prominent Harvard business administration professor known for studying honesty. The Data Colada blog exposed allegations of data manipulation in several of her studies spanning over a decade. In 2021, a group of scholars…
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Rubio’s Visa Restrictions Announcement
Secretary Rubio Unveils New Visa Restriction Policy to Protect American Free Speech Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a groundbreaking policy aimed at safeguarding American free speech rights from foreign interference. The new visa restriction policy targets foreign nationals involved in censoring Americans, potentially barring them from entering the United States. "For too long,…
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‘Disappointed’: Musk Criticizes Trump’s Spending Bill
Elon Musk Criticizes Trump’s Spending Bill Elon Musk, the innovative entrepreneur behind several companies, recently shared his views on the political landscape during a CBS Sunday Morning interview. He expressed disappointment with a major spending bill endorsed by President Donald Trump, stating: "I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the…
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Trump Extends EU Tariff Deadline
Trump Extends EU Tariff Deadline After Call with von der Leyen President Donald Trump has agreed to extend the deadline for imposing a 50% tariff on European Union imports until July 9, 2025, following a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Trump shared this development on Truth Social, emphasizing the urgency for…
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Trump Pardons Convicted Virginia Sheriff
Trump Pardons Former Virginia Sheriff Convicted of Bribery Scott Jenkins, former sheriff of Culpeper County, was set to begin a 10-year federal prison sentence for bribery, but President Donald Trump intervened. On Monday, Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he had pardoned Jenkins, criticizing what he described as a “Corrupt and…
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Meaning And Origins Of Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, emerged from the aftermath of the Civil War. With fields of sacrifice spread across the land, communities found themselves drawn to graveyards to honor the fallen. In Charleston, South Carolina, in 1865, freed African Americans gathered at a racetrack-turned-graveyard to give a dignified resting place to Union soldiers,…
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Top 10 Memorial Day Moments
Before the grill is lit, before the beach towel is unrolled, before the sales begin — there’s a deeper reason why Memorial Day matters. This is not just a holiday. It’s a moment of national memory. Behind the long weekend lies a legacy written in valor, sacrifice, and service — not just in the heat…
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Trump’s EU Tariff Threats Risk Trade War
EU Leaders Divided on Response to Trump’s Tariff Threat When President Trump proposed a 50% tariff on European Union goods, EU leaders responded with varying approaches: The EU faces a dilemma between swift retaliation and negotiation to address the potential tariff increase. This decision involves complex economic strategy and political considerations, with each move subject…
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Trump’s Nuclear Commission Reform
Trump’s Executive Orders Aim to Redefine Nuclear Energy Landscape President Donald J. Trump has signed a series of executive orders aimed at transforming the nuclear energy sector in the United States. The orders focus on: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is directed to implement comprehensive revisions to its processes within 18 months, balancing safety concerns…
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Trump Presses Ramaphosa with Graphic Video on South Africa Violence
Theatrical Diplomacy: Trump’s Contentious Meeting with Ramaphosa The Oval Office transformed into an unexpected stage during a meeting between President Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Trump dimmed the lights and presented a video slideshow claiming to depict anti-white violence in South Africa. Ramaphosa maintained composure, attempting to counter with nuanced explanations of South…