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Signal problems at London Waterloo caused a wave of train cancellations earlier today. While engineers have now fixed the issue, Network Rail is still advising passengers to hold off on travel if possible—likely because lingering delays and service adjustments are still causing headaches.

Editor’s Note: Waterloo is one of the UK's busiest stations, so even a temporary signal failure ripples across countless commuters' plans. It’s a frustrating reminder of how reliant we are on aging infrastructure—even after the tech gets fixed, the disruption doesn’t just vanish.

Harvard University is heading back to court to challenge the Trump administration's freeze on $2 billion in research funding, which has stalled critical academic projects. Meanwhile, in a separate but equally troubling incident, an elderly Pennsylvania man was reportedly deported to Guatemala under bizarre circumstances after visiting immigration officials to replace his lost green card—his family was initially told he had died.

Editor’s Note: These stories highlight two fronts in the ongoing battles over federal power and human rights. Harvard's fight underscores how funding freezes can disrupt vital research, while the deportation case reveals alarming gaps in immigration enforcement—raising questions about transparency and due process. Both are part of a larger conversation about accountability in government actions.

China has officially barred a Wells Fargo banker, Chenyue Mao, from leaving the country, citing her involvement in an unspecified criminal case. The Foreign Ministry confirmed the exit ban but offered no further details about the nature of the allegations.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about one banker—it’s part of a broader pattern of China using exit bans, often with little transparency, against foreign and domestic professionals. For businesses operating in China, it’s a reminder of the legal risks and unpredictability that can come with working there. It also raises questions about whether this case is tied to broader tensions between China and Western financial institutions.

Harvard University is taking the Trump administration to court, claiming that its $2.6 billion funding cuts were illegal. A ruling in Harvard's favor could reverse those cuts, which started as funding freezes but escalated as tensions grew between the school and the federal government.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just about Harvard—it's a high-stakes fight over federal funding for education. If the court sides with Harvard, it could set a precedent for how the government handles disputes with universities, especially when politics enter the equation. For students and researchers, billions in funding hang in the balance.

A ferry in Indonesia's North Sulawesi province, the KM Barcelona V-A, erupted in flames during its usual half-day route between ports on Sunday. While over 500 passengers were safely rescued, the tragedy claimed at least three lives.

Editor’s Note: Ferry accidents are sadly common in Indonesia, where many rely on boats for transport between islands. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns—overcrowding, lax regulations, and aging vessels often contribute to such disasters. Even with hundreds rescued, the loss of life underscores the urgent need for better maritime safeguards in the region.