Chancellor Scholz Vows Swift Action on Knife Laws, Addresses Deportation Failures After Deadly Solingen Attack

Solingen, Germany — In a solemn visit to the small western town of Solingen, Chancellor Olaf Scholz placed a white rose at the scene of a tragic knife attack that left three people dead and several others injured. The incident, which occurred last Friday during a local festival celebrating diversity, has reignited national debates on immigration and security, particularly with pivotal regional elections looming. Scholz, addressing the press shortly after his tribute, expressed his determination to tighten knife regulations, echoing concerns heightened by the assailant’s purported links to the “Islamic State” militant group. The attacker, … Read more

Historic Data Breach Affects Nearly 3 Billion: Social Security Numbers, Addresses Sold on Dark Web

In a shocking revelation, a lawsuit has emerged indicating that National Public Data, a background-check company, was involved in an extensive data breach last April, affecting a staggering 2.9 billion individuals worldwide. This breach ranks as one of the most massive in recent history, exposing critical personal details. The compromised data includes highly sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, alongside full names, current and previous residential addresses dating back decades, and details on family members, some of whom have been deceased for almost 20 years. The scale and depth of the information exposed could … Read more

Duke University Settles Financial Aid Antitrust Lawsuit and Addresses Academic Fraud Allegations in Council Meeting

Durham, North Carolina – The Duke University Academic Council discussed important topics at its recent meeting, including the university’s decision to settle a financial aid antitrust lawsuit and its response to allegations of data fraud against Professor of Business Administration Dan Ariely. The council also engaged in a conversation about Duke Athletics with Andrew Janiak, chair of the Athletic Council, and Linda Franzoni, Duke’s faculty athletic representative for the NCAA and ACC. During the meeting, Trina Jones, chair of the council, paid tribute to Hans Van Miegroet, a beloved professor of art and art history … Read more

Former President Trump Defies Judge’s Restrictions, Addresses Court in Fiery Closing Arguments

NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump addressed the court during closing arguments in his civil fraud trial in New York on Thursday, despite restrictions imposed by the judge overseeing the case. Judge Arthur Engoron had previously informed Trump’s attorneys that he could only speak if he limited his comments to relevant facts and the application of the law. However, Trump’s legal team did not agree to the conditions. During the final day of proceedings, Trump criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James and defended his business practices. He stated that he had done … Read more