Friday, Dec 05

Kenya and the U.S. sign a $2.5 billion health deal targeting major infectious diseases, marking a significant shift in foreign aid strategies.

Saturday, Nov 15

A federal judge blocks Trump administration fines against the University of California for alleged discrimination, emphasizing academic freedom protections.

Thursday, Nov 13

The US House has approved a bill to end the country's longest government shutdown, restoring important federal services before Thanksgiving.

Saturday, Nov 08

Cornell University agrees to a $60 million deal to restore funding amid civil rights investigations, paying $30 million to the government and $30 million for agriculture research.

Tuesday, Oct 28

Timothy Mellon, a billionaire donor, contributed $130 million to help pay U.S. troops during a government shutdown, raising legal questions.

Tuesday, Oct 21

The University of Arizona becomes the seventh school to decline the Trump administration's compact for preferential funding in exchange for policy changes.

Thursday, Oct 16

Trump's administration withholds $40 million from California, citing failure to enforce English language requirements for truck drivers after a fatal accident.

Thursday, Oct 16

Brown University declines Trump’s education compact over concerns about academic freedom, joining MIT in rejecting federal funding tied to political directives.

Saturday, Oct 11

MIT has officially rejected a Trump administration proposal for funding that demanded reforms in higher education, citing independence and merit-based funding.

Thursday, Oct 09

The United Nations plans to cut 25% of its peacekeeping force due to funding shortfalls primarily from the U.S. under President Trump's administration.