Trump administration probing Duke for claims of racial discrimination
Investigation into Duke University and Law Journal The Trump administration revealed on Monday that it is looking into Duke University and the Duke Law Journal over accusations of racially-driven discrimination in their member selection process. Concerns have also been raised by the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services regarding issues […]
Education Department investigates Duke Law Journal regarding claims of racial bias
Department of Education Investigates Duke University The Department of Education has announced that it will investigate Duke University and the Duke Law Journal over allegations of racial bias in the editor selection process. This announcement came on a Monday, signaling a serious inquiry into how the law journal is managed. The Civil Rights Office (OCR) […]
DUKE: ‘I Faced Criticism’: Chief Fact-Checker Leaves After Years of Partiality
Farewell to a Legacy Journalist This week, we are saying goodbye to another prominent figure in mainstream media. Glen Kessler, known for his role as a fact-checker at the Washington Post and the creator of the “Pinocchio” rating system, is leaving after nearly thirty years. He has been part of the Post for 27 years […]
Trump administration initiates investigation into Duke University following report that law journal awarded additional points for applicants’ race-related personal statements.
Investigation Launched into Duke University On Monday, the Trump administration announced the initiation of an investigation into Duke University. This inquiry is based on accusations that the university’s law school publications might be discriminating in editor selections “based on race, color and/or national origin.” The Department of Education’s Civil Rights Office (OCR) is handling the […]
Duke Health may end its contract with Aetna due to a disagreement, impacting state employees and many others.
Duke Health and Aetna Contract Negotiations in North Carolina Duke Health has indicated that insurers may cut Aetna from their network because Aetna is hesitant to pay adequate rates for health services. There’s still a bit of time for both sides to negotiate since their contract won’t expire until late October. However, the stakes are […]
Exploring Brooklyn’s distinctive jazz spot where Duke Ellington connects with online popularity and people of all ages gather to appreciate the music: ‘It’s truly remarkable’
Reviving Jazz in Bed-Stuy Stepping into this Bed-Stuy brownstone feels like a leap back into a Brooklyn jazz venue from the 1940s. This charming Victorian parlor, adorned with floral drapes and soft lighting, is alive with music and echoes the borough’s rich musical history. No DeLorean needed. Welcome to Brownstone Jazz—a delightful, romantic spot that’s […]
Mavericks choose Duke standout Cooper Flagg as the top pick in the NBA draft.
Mavericks Pick Cooper Flagg First Overall in 2025 NBA Draft The Dallas Mavericks have selected Cooper Flagg, a former Duke standout, as the top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde noted that Flagg is the first white American to be chosen first overall since Kent Benson in 1977. Flagg has made […]
This strong women’s basketball team will welcome UConn, South Carolina, and Duke this season.
USF Women’s Basketball Looks to Challenge Itself This Season Omar Little, a wise character from Baltimore, once said, “It’s not what you’re going to Tarkin, it’s the person you then make it Tarkin… When you spar with your puppy all day, how do you expect to run with the wolves?” In simpler terms, if you […]
Nets may focus on Duke standout Kon Knueppel in the draft
Their aspirations took a hit when the lottery results placed them at the eighth overall pick. However, they might still be looking to begin a rebuild with a Duke forward: Kon Knueppel. Brooklyn appears to have a strong interest in Knueppel, as indicated by recent predictions from ESPN and Bleacher Report about their potential draft […]
House committee leaders urge Duke to cut ties with China’s Wuhan University
The leaders of two House committees have sent a letter to the president of Duke University, urging the North Carolina institution to sever its ties with Wuhan University in China. Reps. John Mourenard (R-Mich.) and Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) expressed their concerns over China’s potential access to U.S. research in a letter sent on Wednesday. “Wuhan […]