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Kentucky’s New Laws: Sextortion Declared a Felony, Classroom Cell Phone Ban, and Major Changes to University Policies

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — New laws enacted by the Kentucky State legislature officially took effect on Friday, marking a significant shift in various areas of public policy including education, crime, and university operations. Among the most notable measures is Senate Bill 73, which categorizes sextortion as a felony in Kentucky. This law aims to facilitate legal action against offenders and enhance educational initiatives regarding the crime. Sextortion involves the coercion of a victim through threats of releasing sexually explicit material, often demanding money or sexual favors in exchange for silence. This legislative change aligns Kentucky with … Read more

US Court Confirms FDA’s Decision to Ban Compounded Versions of Ozempic and Wegovy

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A federal judge in New York has supported a U.S. Food and Drug Administration decision that prohibits the compounding of alternatives to the diabetes medication Ozempic and its weight-loss counterpart, Wegovy. The ruling comes amid soaring demand for these drugs, which have gained popularity for their effectiveness in managing weight. The case arose when a group of pharmacies sought to produce compounded versions of these medications, which are manufactured by Novo Nordisk. These compounded alternatives would allow pharmacists to create custom formulations for patients, yet the FDA argued that such practices may pose risks of … 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

Federal Judge Halts Trump’s Ban on International Students, Protecting Harvard’s Global Community

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WASHINGTON — A federal judge issued a temporary order late Thursday to halt President Donald Trump’s latest proclamation banning foreign students from attending Harvard University. This decision marks a significant legal hurdle for the Trump administration as it attempts to restrict the enrollment of international scholars at the prestigious Ivy League institution. The proclamation, enacted on Wednesday, is part of a broader governmental effort to limit foreign student enrollment, which has risen to account for nearly a quarter of Harvard’s student population. Harvard promptly responded with a lawsuit, arguing that the ban represented retaliation for … Read more