State department to cut 38 universities from research program over DEI policies

Larry Summers, former U.S. Treasury Secretary and Harvard professor, has faced significant backlash following the release of emails revealing his communications with Jeffrey Epstein. In a recent class, Summers addressed these documents, marking a notable decline in his public standing. This incident has raised questions about his future roles and affiliations.

A recent incident involving U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked significant outrage after he referred to a female reporter as 'piggy' during a press gaggle aboard Air Force One. This remark has drawn widespread condemnation, highlighting ongoing concerns about Trump's treatment of the media, particularly female journalists.

Former Harvard President Larry Summers announced he will continue teaching despite stepping back from public activities following the revelation of extensive communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Summers expressed his commitment to providing important instruction to his economics class amid the backlash.

The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, announced that the Justice Department will release files related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, following the US Senate's passage of a bill mandating the release. However, there may be material withheld that could impact an ongoing investigation ordered by Donald Trump. As of now, Trump has not scheduled time to sign the bill.

Senator Marco Rubio has ordered restitution for staffers who were denied promotions under the Biden administration's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) standards. This decision affects 295 employees and includes pay increases and commendations. The move highlights ongoing discussions around workplace equity and the implications of DEI policies.

The WNBA's latest collective bargaining proposal includes a maximum salary exceeding $1.1 million, with revenue sharing provisions. The minimum salary is set to surpass $220,000, and the average salary would exceed $460,000. This proposal was discussed in recent league meetings, as officials aim to finalize a deal before an impending deadline.

Harvard University is launching an investigation into Larry Summers, its former president and economic adviser to Bill Clinton, regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. This comes as Summers resigns from the board of OpenAI following the release of emails that reveal the extent of his relationship with Epstein. Summers has stated he will step back from public engagements amid the scrutiny.

The Trump administration and Russian officials are reportedly working on a revised peace plan inspired by the situation in Gaza to address the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Moscow, which has lasted for 33 months.