

Trump administration to freeze over $2 billion for Harvard
40 snips Apr 15, 2025
A Harvard professor criticizes the Trump administration's decision to freeze $2 billion in funding, labeling it as unjust and revengeful. Tensions escalate in penal institutions as organized crime attacks intensify, linked to government crackdowns on drug trafficking. Meanwhile, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict worsens as Hamas rejects a ceasefire proposal, leading to humanitarian crises. In Southeast Asia, nations grapple with trade challenges amidst U.S. tariffs. Lastly, the resilience of Afghan sisters highlights the struggles of women under Taliban rule.
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Harvard Funding Freeze
- The Trump administration froze over $2 billion in grants for Harvard.
- Harvard professor David Armitage calls this action "groundless" and "vengeful".
French Prison Attacks
- Overnight attacks targeted French prisons, including car fires and gunfire.
- The Justice Minister believes organized crime is behind the attacks.
Hamas Rejects Ceasefire
- Hamas rejected Israel's ceasefire proposal, which included a 6-week truce and Hamas disarmament.
- Israel offered the truce in exchange for half of the Israeli hostages.