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August 13, 2026
Judge Dismisses Trump Administration’s Antisemitism Case Against Harvard
The government argued the university had not done enough to combat antisemitism during campus protests. A judge called the incidents “isolated and episodic.”
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August 11, 2026
University of Michigan Will Ease Up on Grades for Student Mental Health
The University of Michigan will make first-semester grades pass or fail, to encourage students to try different classes and lessen fears of what a low grade could mean.
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June 19, 2026
Scots Have Invaded Boston’s Bars for the World Cup
Thousands of Scottish soccer fans have been spotted across the city. The locals are charmed.
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May 29, 2026
Research Funding Slows Again for Universities Targeted by White House
The National Science Foundation lifted a hold on some grants for Harvard and other universities this week after inquiries from media outlets, including The New York Times.
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May 28, 2026
‘Vibrant as Ever’: Harvard’s Jewish Life Thrives as Trump Investigates
Trump officials have focused on episodes during protests over the war in Gaza at Harvard and other schools. Jews on campus describe a changed atmosphere.
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May 20, 2026
Harvard Caps A’s as Selective Colleges Attack Grade Inflation
Faculty members overwhelmingly approved a limit on the number of top grades they can give to about a fifth of their undergraduate classes.
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May 18, 2026
Harvard Asks Federal Judge to Dismiss Trump Lawsuit
The Trump administration sued Harvard earlier this year over allegations it had not done enough to combat antisemitism on campus.
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