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Who Is Mohsen Mahdawi? Palestine-born Columbia university student detained at US citizenship interview
US immigration authorities arrested Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi during his citizenship interview, amid a crackdown on pro-Palestinian activists. His lawyers argue this violates the Constitution. Mahdawi, a Palestinian legal resident, faces deportation alongside other student activists, sparking outrage over potential free speech violations. A judge has temporarily halted his deportation pending further court orders.
What is UN Charter's Article 51 Pakistan is citing after India's Operation Sindoor strikes
Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar claims India violated UN Charter's Article 51 after Operation Sindoor strikes on nine terror sites in response to a terrorist attack. Pakistan reserves the right to respond, condemning the action as a breach of international norms.

Who is America’s most beloved Royal? New poll says it's not Harry, William, or Meghan, it’s still her, 25 years later
Princess Diana remains America's most beloved royal, 25 years after her death. Prince William follows with high popularity, while Harry and Meghan rank lower. Most Americans oppose monarchy, but retain affection for iconic royal figures.

Major changes to veterans benefits: Key updates and what they mean
VA Department reforms veteran benefits, making support for deceased veterans' families faster and easier. New specialized team in Philadelphia will guide complex claims, with improved technology and direct oversight to simplify bureaucratic processes and provide quicker, more compassionate assistance.

US reviews occupation of University of Washington building by pro-Palestinian protesters
The U.S. government will review a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Washington, where demonstrators occupied a building demanding the university sever ties with Boeing. The Trump administration condemned the incident as antisemitic and urged policy changes, while the university reported arrests for trespassing and disorderly conduct. Critics argue the administration conflates criticism of Israel with antisemitism.

Social Security issues ‘emergency message’ on clawbacks: Here's what is changing
Social Security Administration reduces overpayment clawback rate from 100% to 50%, addressing financial hardship concerns. The change follows an inspector general's report revealing calculation errors in 73,000 cases, primarily due to agency system limitations.

How will life end on Earth? Study rules out meteorites and climate change
NASA-led study reveals Earth's life will end due to oxygen depletion, not meteorites or climate change. In a billion years, rising sun temperatures will disrupt oxygen levels, causing flora, fauna, and aerobic organisms to perish, leaving only anaerobic microbes.
Fire near BWI Airport? Officials issue statement as smoke seen in Baltimore
Smoke near BWI Airport sparked concern Tuesday, but officials confirmed it was a planned fire training drill, not an emergency. The incident followed a previous car fire in the baggage claim area, which is still under investigation.

Pakistan travel advisory: Airlines issue alerts after India's strikes - here's a list
Airlines issued travel advisories after India's strikes on terror sites, with SpiceJet closing several airports. Qatar Airways suspended flights to Pakistan. The US updated its travel advisory to 'Level 3', warning citizens about potential conflict and terrorism risks.

Linda McMahon's scathing letter to Harvard draws attention for 'glaring grammatical errors'
Linda McMahon sent a scathing letter to Harvard's president, criticizing its handling of antisemitism and suggesting the university should lose federal funding. The letter sparked online debate, with claims of grammatical errors and potential university response, though no official Harvard rebuttal emerged.

U.S. may soon deport migrants to Libya on military flight, sources say
The U.S. may deport migrants to Libya for the first time this week, despite prior criticisms of Libya's human rights record. Plans could change, and the number or nationalities of migrants involved remain unclear. The Trump administration has been exploring various countries for deportations, aiming to send individuals further from the U.S. amid ongoing legal challenges.

Rodney Hinton Jr case: After GoFundMe apology, GiveSendGo set up for murder accused
After GoFundMe removed a fundraiser, GiveSendGo hosts campaigns supporting Rodney Hinton Jr., accused of murdering a deputy after his son was allegedly shot during a traffic stop. Multiple fundraisers seek legal support, with significant donations already received.

Jury selection in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial expected to be completed Wednesday
A jury for Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial is expected to be established Wednesday, following two days of questioning prospective jurors. Opening statements are set for Monday, with prosecutors alleging Combs exploited his fame to abuse women. Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, and remains in custody.

Vinay Prasad, FDA’s Indian-origin vaccine pick, claimed ‘God wants Trump’ is old post
Indian-origin hematologist Vinay Prasad appointed FDA's Center for Biologics director, despite past controversial social media posts praising Trump and criticizing COVID-19 vaccine mandates for children, bringing his critical perspective to the agency.

Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez have hired Grammy-winning artists to perform at their wedding: Report
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez reportedly hired Lady Gaga and Elton John to perform at their upcoming Venice wedding in June, though one source denies the claim. The couple's lavish ceremony continues to generate significant media speculation.
Supreme Court allows Trump's transgender military ban: Here's how justices voted
Supreme Court lifted lower court's injunction, allowing Trump's transgender military ban to proceed. Thousands of troops face potential dismissal, with justices' voting split along ideological lines and liberal justices publicly dissenting.