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Serbia's Students Stand Up for Education and Justice

December 21, 2025

In Serbia, a wave of student protests is sweeping across the country. This time, it's not just about one city or one issue. It's about standing up for education, justice, and the future of Serbia. The latest protests took place in Novi Pazar, a town known for its young and diverse population. These

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Harvard and Yale Fans Unite for a Cause

November 24, 2025

On a recent Saturday, the Yale University campus buzzed with excitement. The 141st football showdown between Harvard and Yale was about to kick off. Fans, both young and old, gathered for a lively tailgate party. The air was filled with laughter, music, and the smell of grilled food. People wore tea

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Serbia's Students Stand Up to Power

November 22, 2025

In Serbia's capital, Belgrade, a large group of people recently marched against violence aimed at university students. This march happened on the same day last year when pro-government supporters attacked drama students during a protest. That attack led to widespread student strikes and daily rallie

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A Bakery's Pause: Facing Fear in the Immigration Crackdown

November 19, 2025

Cristina Rojas, a new U. S. citizen, has hit pause on her bakery in Charlotte. The Batchmaker is temporarily closed, not because of a lack of customers, but because of fear. Rojas became a citizen just this year, but that hasn't stopped her from feeling the chill of the current immigration climate. ...

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Bangladesh's Former Leader Faces Death Sentence: What Happened?

November 17, 2025

Bangladesh's former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been handed a death sentence. This comes after a trial where she was accused of serious crimes during student protests. The protests started over job quotas but grew into a bigger movement against her government. Over 1, 400 people died during t

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A New Dawn for Mahmoud Khalil

June 21, 2025

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, is finally free from ICE detention. This is a significant moment for him and his loved ones. The judge's decision to release him on bail comes after months of being held in a detention center in Louisiana. Khalil's journey has been long and challenging. H

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The Price of Protest: A Look at the Eye Injuries from the 2024 Bangladesh Uprising

May 28, 2025

The 2024 protests in Bangladesh started as peaceful calls for job quota reform. Led by students, these protests quickly turned into a full-blown uprising. The government's harsh response led to widespread violence. Hundreds of protesters suffered severe eye injuries. These injuries were not just phy

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Students' futures on the line as ICE reverses course

April 26, 2025

Students across the United States breathed a sigh of relief as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) decided to restore the status of some international students. This decision came after a wave of abrupt terminations that left many students in a state of uncertainty. The terminations were made

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Free Speech Under Fire: Columbia Students Face Unprecedented Challenges

March 27, 2025

Columbia University, once a hotbed of student activism, is experiencing a significant shift. The vibrant protests that once filled the campus have quieted down. Why the change? The Trump administration's crackdown on international student protesters has created a climate of fear. Students are now he

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The Unseen Struggle: A Student Activist's Fight for Freedom

March 24, 2025

Activism can be a dangerous game, especially when it involves politics and powerful nations. Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate from Columbia University, found this out the hard way. He's a pro-Palestinian activist who has been accused of hiding information on his green card application. The Trump administr