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Columbia Student Data Stolen by Politically Motivated Hacker, University Says

Asia · New York

Columbia Student Data Stolen by Politically Motivated Hacker, University Says

58% Center coverage: 55 sources

NEW YORK (AP) — A politically motivated hacker breached Columbia University’s data systems last week, stealing troves of student documents while briefly shutting down the school’s computer systems, a university official said. The June 24 cyberattack prompted widespread network outages on campus, locking students and staff out of their email accounts, coursework and video conference software for several hours. On the same day, images of President…See the Story

Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Racial Identity After 2009 College Application Disclosure

New York State Politics · New York

Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Racial Identity After 2009 College Application Disclosure

76% Right coverage: 29 sources

Stefanik criticizes Columbia University president over potential violation of the Civil Rights Act

Elise Stefanik · United States

Stefanik criticizes Columbia University president over potential violation of the Civil Rights Act

64% Center coverage: 11 sources

House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik is criticizing Columbia University’s president over past comments that the congresswoman said are a potential violation of the Civil Rights Act, including her call to have an Arab person on the university board, as the university faces continued investigations into its handling of antisemitism on campus.See the Story

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Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Racial Identity After 2009 College Application Disclosure

Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Racial Identity After 2009 College Application Disclosure

Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Racial Identity After 2009 College Application Disclosure

Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Says He Will Use Platform to ‘Shed Light’ on Israeli Atrocities

A Couple Tried for 18 Years to Get Pregnant. AI Made It Happen | News Channel 3-12

67% Center coverage: 9 sources

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — After trying to conceive for 18 years, one couple is now pregnant with their first child thanks to the power ofArtificial Intelligence · United States See the Story

Acting Columbia President Claire Shipman Apologizes for Texts Suggesting Removal of a Jewish Trustee - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

80% Right coverage: 10 sources

The acting president of Columbia University apologized to members of the school community Wednesday after leaked text messages showed she had suggested the removal of a Jewish trustee. “The things I said in a moment of frustration and stress were wrong. They do not reflect how I feel,” Claire Shipman wrote in a private email obtained by Jewish Insider and referring to an exchange that occurred before she was named acting president. The apology c…Judaism · New York See the Story

Global Freedom of Expression, Columbia University: Newsletter, 4 July 2025

Columbia Global Freedom of Expression seeks to contribute to the development of an integrated and progressive jurisprudence and understanding on freedom of expression and information around the world. It maintains an extensive database of international case law. This is its newsletter dealing with recent developments in the field. Last month, Sebastien Lai addressed the UN Human Rights Council. He spoke as a press freedom advocate and as a son…Jimmy Lai · China Read Article

Columbia Library Closure Sparks Arrests During Palestine Protes

Key Takeaways: Students protested outside Columbia University’s Butler Library demanding action on Palestine. Library doors were locked, trapping activists inside during their demonstration. A disturbance occurred as some tried to break out, leading to arrests by security forces. Seventy-one of the arrested individuals were women, highlighting the significant female participation. Authorities cited ongoing disruptive actions as reason for the a…Columbia University · Gaza Read Article

Wendy Williams Pops Out In New York Amid Ex-Husband's $250M Lawsuit Filing Over Her "Abusive" Guardianship

Coverage: 2 sources

Wendy Williams has been spotted out in the streets of NYC, and she appears to be in good spirits! The former talk show queen was seen popping out in a viral social media clip this week, serving a whole look amid her ongoing court battle involving her guardianship. Despite what’s going on in her personal life, including a recent lawsuit filed by her ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, Wendy was all smiles, proving she hasn’t lost her spark. Here’s what hap…Wendy Williams · New York See the Story

Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Says He Will Use Platform to ‘Shed Light’ on Israeli Atrocities

71% Left coverage: 7 sources

Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University graduate student who the Trump administration is seeking to deport for his...International · New York See the Story

Letter: Proposed cuts would destroy U.S. science | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

I’m a professor at Columbia University and I was born in Kailua. I want to thank the people of Hawaii for the education and opportunities that led me to science.Education · Kailua Read Article

Zohran Mamdani Made Addressing Climate Change Central to His Affordability Plan for New York - Inside Climate News

67% Left coverage: 6 sources

The official winner of the city’s Democratic mayoral primary has a record of fighting polluting natural gas infrastructure and supports Local Law 97 to cut carbon emissions from city buildings.By Lauren DalbanOn June 24, the day of the New York City primary, Central Park hit its highest temperature for the day—99 degrees—since 2012. That morning, the city’s emergency notification system, NotifyNYC, alerted residents that they should conserve pow…Climate Policy · New York See the Story

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