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'Jeff Bezos' Of Universities Harvard's $465M Tax Benefits Draw Scrutiny, A Year After Trump's VP Pick JD Vance's Bill Was Blocked By Democrats (UPDATED)
Friday, July 26, 2024 - 9:02am | 726Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to clarify that Citadel CEO Kenneth C. Griffin had previously donated over $500 million to Harvard. Harvard University’s tax-exempt status and the resulting financial benefits have come under increased scrutiny. The university’s property...
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Ken Griffin Calls Campus Protests 'Performative Art,' Urges To Uphold 'Western Values:' 'We're Not Actually Helping Palestinians Or Israelis'
Monday, May 13, 2024 - 6:18am | 699In the face of ongoing campus unrest, Ken Griffin, founder of the $63 billion U.S. hedge fund Citadel, has urged Harvard University to uphold “Western values.” What Happened: Griffin, a major donor to his alma mater, voiced his concerns over what he perceives as a “cultural...
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From Beginner To Enthusiast: Top 5 Free Harvard Courses To Spark Your AI Journey With Machine Learning, Python And More
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - 6:55am | 1318Ever thought about diving into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) but felt intimidated by the hefty price tags on courses? Well, Harvard University is offering a golden opportunity to get involved in this cutting-edge field without breaking the bank. Harvard's free AI courses cover...
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Bill Gates Never Finished College But These Are His 5 Pearls Of Wisdom For Anyone Who Is Graduating And Venturing Out Into The Real World
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 6:14am | 589Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft Corporation and the fifth wealthiest person in the world, dropped out of Harvard University. He once shared five pieces of graduation advice, saying, “I wish I was told at the graduation I never had.” Career Flexibility: Because Your Path Isn’t...
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Harvard's Usually Quiet Election Turns Buzzier As Billionaires Mark Zuckerberg And Bill Ackman Push Candidates For Overseers Board
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 - 6:12am | 877Billionaires Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Ackman are taking active roles in the upcoming Board of Overseers election at Harvard University, making what is typically a subdued affair, a headline-grabbing event. What Happened: The typically low-key election is gaining nationwide attention due to the...
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Former Harvard President Larry Summers Has 'Lost Confidence' In University Leadership To Maintain It As 'A Place Where Jews And Israelis Can Flourish'
Monday, January 22, 2024 - 3:53am | 659Harvard University released a statement on Friday by interim President Alan Garber announcing the establishment of a new task force to address anti-Semitism on campus. However, former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers expressed dissatisfaction with the initiative. What Happened:...
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Bill Ackman To Spearhead Harvard Alumni's Dissident Slate, Aiming For Governance Reformation
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 - 9:47am | 631The activist investor and hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has put his weight behind a group of Harvard alumni vying for board seats, in a move that could significantly alter the university’s future. What Happened: Ackman, an alumnus and prominent donor, has thrown his support behind a group of...
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Claudine Gay Makes First Major Comment After Stepping Down As Harvard President: 'Such Campaigns Don't End Here'
Thursday, January 4, 2024 - 10:39am | 670Claudine Gay publicly expressed her opinions for the first time after stepping down as the president of Harvard University. In her New York Times op-ed, she indicated that the methods employed to oust her represent a broader assault on American institutions. What Happened: Gay, who made history as...
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Harvard Study Reveals Underage Users Contribute $11B To Social Media Platforms, Including YouTube And Instagram
Thursday, December 28, 2023 - 2:18am | 664The latest report from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that various social media platforms, including YouTube and Instagram, generated a staggering $11 billion in U.S. ad revenue from users under the age of 18 in 2022. What Happened: Published on Wednesday, the study showcases how...
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Trump Slams Harvard, Penn And MIT In Latest Campaign Promise: 'They Will Pay Us Billions And Billions Of Dollars For The Terror They Have Unleashed'
Sunday, December 17, 2023 - 12:20pm | 419On Saturday, former President Donald Trump announced a controversial campaign pledge during a rally in Durham, N.H. What Happened: Trump said he intends to eliminate tax breaks for universities he considers leaning toward the left. Speaking to supporters in New Hampshire, Trump...
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Elon Musk Voices Support For Bill Ackman In Battle Against Anti-Semitism At Ivy League
Friday, December 15, 2023 - 10:17pm | 881Bill Ackman's crusade against anti-Semitism in U.S.'s elite universities – the Ivy League – has found support from Tesla Inc CEO Elon Musk. What Happened: Musk jumped in to support Ackman, praising his open letter calling for the resignation of Harvard University president Claudine Gay. Ackman is a...
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Elon Musk Calls For Defunding Of Harvard Amid Antisemitism Controversy: 'Only Thing That Will Work'
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 - 11:01pm | 695Elon Musk has reignited the conversation by advocating for the withdrawal of Harvard University’s funding. What Happened: On Tuesday, Musk called for the cessation of taxpayer money to Harvard, as reported by Business Insider. This follows a social media post by C. Bradley...
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Harvard Faculty Rallies In Support Of President Amid Antisemitism Controversy
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 - 1:09am | 693More than 600 faculty members at the prestigious Harvard University have rallied behind President Claudine Gay, signing a petition for the university’s governing body to ignore calls for her resignation over remarks made during a congressional hearing on antisemitism. What...
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Psyched: Jada Pinkett-Smith's Ayahuasca Journey, RIP Dr. Roland Griffiths, Congressional VA Hearings Halted
Sunday, October 22, 2023 - 3:18pm | 1401Jada Pinkett Smith Opens Up About Ayahuasca: It Helped Her Overcome Depression And Suicidal Thoughts Jada Pinkett Smith has joined the growing number of Hollywood celebs who are sharing difficult mental health issues and the fact that psychedelic substances are helping them deal with them. “...
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Harvard's New Psychedelics Research Program Backed By Former Tesla Director's $16M Donation
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - 4:07pm | 541Harvard University will create a Study of Psychedelics in Society and Culture backed by a $16 million gift from a former Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) employee, recalling Elon Musk’s consistent praise for psychedelics, and Valor Equity Partners CEO, Antonio Gracias ...