Author: Madison Traver

The Trump administration is considering a significant expansion of social media vetting for foreign students applying to study in the United States. This new directive, revealed in a cable obtained by Politico, mandates that U.S. embassies and consular sections halt the scheduling of new student visa interviews while preparations are made for expanded social media screening. The move could severely delay visa processing and impact universities that rely heavily on international students for financial stability. According to a cable from the U.S. State Department, dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, consular sections have been instructed not…

For the first time since her high school days, star player Caitlin Clark will miss regular-season games as she recovers from a left quad strain. The Indiana Fever officially announced on Monday that Clark will be sidelined for at least two weeks, causing her to miss several upcoming matches. Clark, who had already been sidelined for Indiana’s preseason opener against the Washington Mystics earlier this month due to a left quad injury, managed to return for the Fever’s regular-season opener against the Chicago Sky on May 17. However, shortly after, a similar injury has resurfaced, this time confirmed as a…

Michael Jordan, widely known for his legendary NBA career, continues to surprise even his closest rivals. In a shocking turn of events, the former Chicago Bulls star, who spent 13 years as the majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, has joined NBC as a special contributor. This announcement has left many, including his former friend and rival, Charles Barkley, guessing about what this role actually entails. The two NBA icons have a history that dates back to the 1993 NBA Finals, where they competed fiercely. Over the years, they also shared countless rounds of golf and built a close friendship.…

Travis Hunter, the rising Jacksonville Jaguars rookie, and his longtime partner Leanna Lenee, have officially tied the knot. The couple, who have been together since Hunter’s high school days in Georgia, exchanged vows on Saturday, May 24, at The Barn at Faith Farms, a luxurious wedding venue in Tennessee. The wedding was a truly magical affair, filled with elegance and love. Lenee, whose full name is Leanna De La Fuente, shared beautiful photographs from the ceremony, showing off her stunning white wedding gown. She posted the images on social media after returning from a brief hiatus, much to the delight…

A federal judge on Friday temporarily halted the Trump administration’s order that barred Harvard University from enrolling international students. The move came hours after Harvard filed a lawsuit challenging the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to revoke its certification in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), which effectively prevented the university from admitting foreign students. Harvard’s lawsuit argues that the administration’s action amounts to retaliation against the university for resisting government demands related to its governance, curriculum, and faculty ideology. The university emphasized the importance of its international student body, which constitutes about 27 percent of its enrollment, and…

A consortium led by US private equity firm RedBird Capital has agreed in principle to buy The Telegraph for £500 million, bringing an end to two years of uncertainty over the ownership of the titles, including the Daily Telegraph and Sunday Telegraph. Gerry Cardinale, founder of RedBird Capital, will lead the acquisition which also involves British investors as minority partners. The new ownership plans to grow The Telegraph’s brand in the UK and internationally, invest in technology, and expand the subscriber base. Cardinale expressed confidence in the UK market, calling it a “great place to invest” and emphasizing the publication’s…

Legendary British designer Sir Jony Ive, famed for his role in creating the Apple iPhone, is now joining forces with OpenAI, marking a significant step as the artificial intelligence (AI) company expands into hardware development. OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, has announced its acquisition of a startup founded by Sir Jony, with the designer assuming “deep design and creative responsibilities” across the company. OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, expressed the goal of the collaboration is to build a “family of devices” designed specifically with AI at their core. This move signals a major shift in the tech industry as companies, including…

Caitlin Clark continued to break records with another stellar performance, but the Indiana Fever suffered their first defeat of the 2025 WNBA season, falling 91-90 to the revamped Atlanta Dream on Tuesday. The close game was decided in the final moments by a crucial free throw from Rhyne Howard, giving the Dream a narrow victory at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Fever showed resilience after trailing by nine points early in the fourth quarter, sparked by Clark’s deep three-pointers and strong plays from Aaliyah Boston, who finished with 24 points and 10 rebounds. Indiana briefly took the lead late in…

Hailey Bieber has addressed the widespread rumors about her marriage with singer Justin Bieber being on the rocks. Hailey opened up about the online speculation surrounding their relationship during what she described as the “most sensitive” time of her life—the postpartum period. The couple welcomed their first child, son Jack Blues Bieber, in August 2024, and since then, Hailey said she is “learning a new version” of herself. Talking about the impact of rumors on her mental health, Hailey revealed how difficult it has been to deal with constant false narratives online. “To be doing that all the while going…

Lady Gaga has added a Sports Emmy to her impressive collection of awards for her powerful Super Bowl performance of the song “Hold My Hand.” The performance was a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the New Year’s attack in New Orleans, Hurricane Helene in Florida and Georgia, and the wildfires that devastated Los Angeles County earlier this year. The singer was nominated in the outstanding music direction category and won against strong contenders including “Evolution of the Black Quarterback,” “The Lionheart,” “Noche UFC: For Mexico, For All Time,” and “The Turnaround.” This achievement brings Gaga one step closer to…