Apple News Today Why more colleges are offering free tuition
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Dec 19, 2024 Discussions kick off with TikTok's legal battles as it faces a potential ban in the U.S., tied to national security concerns. Meanwhile, an intriguing trend emerges as colleges start offering free tuition to middle-class families, promising to diversify their student bodies. Personal stories unfold with the rise of breakup coaching, emphasizing healing heartache. As political dramas unfold, listeners learn about challenges related to black plastic's safety and health implications. It's a mezcla of education, emotions, and current affairs!
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TikTok Ban and Supreme Court Appeal
- TikTok faces a potential ban in the U.S. due to national security concerns over its Chinese parent company, ByteDance.
- The Supreme Court will hear TikTok's appeal, focusing on First Amendment implications.
Forbes' TikTok Surveillance Allegations
- Forbes alleges that TikTok improperly accessed journalists' IP addresses and user data.
- This covert surveillance campaign led to employee firings and confirmed lawmakers' fears.
Expanding Free Tuition in Higher Education
- More colleges offer free tuition to middle-class families, aiming to increase accessibility and diversity.
- This strategy helps colleges compete amidst declining enrollment and high student debt.