Colleges are recognizing the importance of this growing pool of potential students.
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Why is Trump sending immigrant university scholars to Louisiana and Texas?
Lawyers say the government is trying to gain a legal advantage as it tries to expel noncitizens over their pro-Palestinian activism.
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Trump’s election order could jeopardize ‘hundreds of thousands’ of future mail ballots
Eighteen states count mail-in ballots that are received after Election Day, but a new order by President Trump challenges the practice.
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The rise of the influencer as rap artist
The YouTube star PlaqueBoyMax built his following the usual way, livestreaming opinions on music and news. What’s unusual is his latest move, which tests the modern meaning of the word “creator.”
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American Giant CEO says China tariffs are ‘overdue’ but warns of industry confusion
American Giant sources and makes most of its products in the U.S. Its CEO says tariffs on China were overdue, but he worries the wide range will cause confusion about the global textile supply chain.
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Most federal workers said they wouldn’t resign. Now some are reconsidering
A number of federal agencies have reopened their offer to workers to resign now in exchange for pay and benefits through the end of September. In many cases, workers have just a week or two to decide.
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How to avoid harmful chemicals in skin care and beauty products
Some ingredients found in personal care products like lotion and shampoo may be harmful to your health. Here’s how to avoid these chemicals and choose healthier alternatives.
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Iran says it will have ‘indirect’ talks with the U.S. in Oman on Saturday
Iran says it will have indirect talks with the U.S. Saturday in Oman, opening possible diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear program but revealing a potential sticking point about the format for negotiating.
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Flooding death toll in Congo’s capital reaches 33 as officials race to help victims
Heavy rains began last week, causing the key Ndjili River to overflow on Friday and submerge hundreds of buildings. Many residents blamed the government for not responding quickly enough.
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Garbage piles up in Birmingham as the U.K. city’s sanitation strike enters 5th week
As heaps of black bags littered sidewalks with their contents spilling out of holes chewed by critters, the city council declared a major incident to bring in additional cleanup crews and vehicles.
