Global July 2019

Mueller Testimony: Key Takeaways

Former special counsel Robert Mueller has testified before Congress in back-to-back hearings before the House Judiciary Committee and the House Intelligence Committee.

Legal July 2019

Judge Blocks Trump Asylum Restrictions

U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar has blocked the Trump administration’s asylum restrictions at the border. The White House has condemned the Tigar’s order.

Health Care July 2019

The Price of Prescription Drugs

With the price of prescription drugs becoming a hot topic issue in the upcoming elections, many different organizations and companies have suggested ideas for solutions.

Global July 2019

From Puerto Rico To HACU; Top 5 Headlines

Protests in Puerto Rico have led to Gov. Ricardo Rosselló resigning and not seeking re-election. The application deadline for MillerCoors scholarships has been extended.

Financing July 2019

Student Loan Repayment Plans Fraud?

A federal watchdog agency has released a report indicating that tens of thousands may be lying about their family size and income to get their student loan monthly payments lowered.

Global July 2019

The Power Of Heroes

The quality of an individual is universally appreciated as Dr. Johanna Vidal Phelan learned when she visited the statue of Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente.

Global July 2019

Garlic Festival Shooting; Things To Know

A shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival has led to four deaths, including that of the suspected gunman. A nonprofit has been helping Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse.

Health Care July 2019

Medical School Gets $3.7M

A $3.7 million grant is helping the University of Nebraska address the looming physician shortage in the area of geriatric care. Education is to include how to keep a patient well.

Global July 2019

UC Berkeley Launches New Joint Degree

UC Berkeley is launching a degree in business and engineering. The Haas School of Business and College of Engineering have joined forces to launch a concurrent MBA/MEng degree.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Would-Be Cuban Immigrants Left In Limbo

Thousands of Cubans living in the United States are unable to reunite with family members because of the closure of the embassy due to a mysterious illness.

Health Care July 2019

UM Cancer Center Ranked One Of US’s Best

UM’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has received National Cancer Institute designation, which authorizes the university to offer advanced and restricted treatments.

Arts and Media July 2019

Al Roker To Teach At SUNY Oswego

NBC TODAY’s Al Roker is returning to his alma mater SUNY Oswego to teach a broadcasting course entitled “Camera Ready: Developing Your On-Air Persona” (BRC 497).

Hispanic Community July 2019

Hispanic Holidays For August

The following is a list from the University of California of upcoming holidays and celebrations of Spanish-speaking countries for the month of August.

Financing July 2019

Aid Meant For Needy Going To Wealthy

A loophole is allowing the wealthy to get aid meant for needy students. Some parents have transferred custody of their children, so they would appear to be from poorer backgrounds.

Global July 2019

Democratic Candidates’ Debate Takeaways

In the latest debate for candidates from the Democratic Party running for the presidential nomination. The following from The Associated Press are takeaways from this debate.