CNN 5 Things Trump v Harvard, Alzheimer's patients in limbo, coral reefs in big trouble & more
Apr 24, 2025
A legal showdown brews between Harvard and the Trump administration, raising questions about academic freedom. Meanwhile, Ukraine is grappling with new threats as Russia intensifies its attacks. Funding cuts threaten crucial Alzheimer’s research, leaving patients in a precarious state. In Arkansas, tornado victims face obstacles in receiving federal aid. The podcast also highlights a dire environmental crisis as coral reefs suffer the worst bleaching recorded, emphasizing the urgent need for action against fossil fuel emissions.
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Harvard Challenges Trump Funding Freeze
- Harvard fights a $2.2 billion federal funding freeze over policy demands affecting DEI and bias issues.
- The case raises concerns about the future of academic freedom and research excellence in the U.S.
Zelensky Stands Firm on Crimea
- Ukraine's President Zelensky rejects losing Crimea, emphasizing sovereignty and survival.
- Russia's strikes appear aimed to pressure the White House amid stalled peace proposals.
Florida Couple Faces Alzheimer's Battle
- Francisco Rios and his wife rush to travel and make memories before his early onset Alzheimer's progresses.
- Funding cuts threaten the promising clinical trial that might slow his disease.