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Volume 1 • Issue No. 205 • Updated Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 04:18 AM UTC

Columbia University agrees to significant payment in deal with Trump administration

Columbia University has agreed to pay over $220 million in a deal with the Trump administration to restore federal funding.

Sources: AP News


US constructing large immigrant detention camp in Texas

The US government is building a 5,000-person immigrant detention camp in west Texas.

Sources: AP News


Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship blocked by appeals court

An appeals court has found Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional and upheld a block against it.

Sources: AP News


Iranian negotiator warns of potential nuclear treaty exit

A top Iranian official has warned that European threats to reimpose sanctions could lead Iran to withdraw from an international nuclear weapons pact.

Sources: AP News


Aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza amid Israeli strikes

More than 100 aid groups have warned of starvation in Gaza as Israeli strikes reportedly kill 29, according to officials.

Sources: AP News


Tesla's profits decline amid political fallout

Tesla’s profit has plunged again as the fallout from Elon Musk’s political activities continues to deter buyers.

Sources: AP News


Venus Williams announces engagement after singles win

Venus Williams has announced her engagement to Andrea Preti following her first singles win in 16 months.

Sources: AP News


UN court rules on nations' climate change responsibilities

The International Court of Justice has ruled that nations must act on climate change or could be held legally responsible for damages.

Sources: NPR


Judge denies release of Epstein grand jury records

A federal judge in Florida has denied a request to unseal grand jury transcripts related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing legal restrictions.

Sources: NPR


Genetic modification could halt malaria transmission by mosquitoes

Researchers have found that a tiny genetic tweak could prevent mosquitoes from transmitting malaria, offering a potential new tool against the disease.

Sources: NPR