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New Cellphone Ban in New Hampshire Schools Sparks Mixed Reactions: Focus on Face-to-Face Engagement and Academic Productivity

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WEST LEBANON, N.H. — As students at Lebanon High School settle into their daily routines, a newfound quiet has emerged in the hallways and cafeteria, driven by a statewide ban on cellphones during school hours. The ban, which took effect this academic year, has forced students to rethink their relationship with technology, shifting the focus from screens to face-to-face interaction and academic engagement. Seventeen-year-old Nehemiah Billings, who typically would have pulled out his phone during lunch, now dedicates that time to schoolwork, such as drafting an introductory letter for his Shakespeare class. “This is forcing … Read more

From Law Firm Partner to Academic Aspirant: Madhavi Dutta’s Journey to Transform Compliance in India

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Chicago, Illinois — Madhavi Dutta, a seasoned legal professional from India, is set to enhance her expertise at the University of Chicago Law School while pursuing her LLM. With a notable career as a partner at Kochhar & Co., Dutta specializes in white-collar crime, corporate compliance, and anti-corruption laws. Holding a BBA and LLB from Symbiosis Law School in Pune, Dutta has also completed various continuing education diplomas, further solidifying her foundation in legal practice. Her extensive work involves advising on compliance issues, conducting corporate investigations, and addressing matters related to fraud, cybercrime, and money … Read more

Federal Judge Upholds Controversial Alabama Law, Students and Faculty Decry Potential Erosion of Academic Freedom

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A federal judge has dismissed attempts by Alabama college faculty and students to block a state law prohibiting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, ruling that the plaintiffs are unlikely to succeed in their challenge. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 129, has drawn criticism for allegedly censoring academic freedom. It prohibits the teaching of what proponents call divisive concepts, prompting concerns among educators and students at institutions such as the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The plaintiffs argued that the law infringes upon their First … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Trump’s Ban on International Students at Harvard, Protecting Global Academic Community Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

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WASHINGTON — A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against President Donald Trump’s recent proclamation, which aimed to bar foreign students from attending Harvard University. This ruling comes amid ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the Ivy League institution, known for its significant international student body and contributions to research. The presidential proclamation represents the latest effort by the Republican administration to undermine Harvard’s student enrollment, where a notable portion, approximately a quarter of the student population, comprises international scholars. Harvard responded by filing a lawsuit on Thursday, arguing that the president’s … Read more