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NYU Stern MBA applications fall 16.3 per cent as acceptance rate rises to 32 per cent
New York University’s Stern School of Business received 4,130 applications for its full-time MBA Class of 2028, a 16.3 per cent decline from the previous year. Despite fewer applications, the school admitted a record 1,309 candidates, taking its acceptance rate to 32 per cent, the highest in six classes. However, only 321 students enrolled, pushing the admission yield down to 24.5 per cent.
Who is Harmeet Dhillon? Trump-appointed civil rights chief resigns after Republican midterm losses
Harmeet Dhillon, previously serving as Assistant Attorney General, has stepped down following the Republican Party's setbacks in the midterm elections. A well-known civil rights attorney appointed by Trump at the DOJ, Dhillon's resignation marks the first departure among senior DOJ personnel after Democrats' victories. With a strong focus on civil liberties and free speech, her exit hints at potential shifts among political appointees during this transitional phase.
US midterm elections: What a Democratic Congress could mean for Indian H-1B visa holders
The potential shift towards a Democratic majority in Congress may reshape the discourse on immigration law. Nevertheless, specialists indicate that immediate adjustments for Indian tech workers concerning H-1B visas are improbable. The lingering impact of the previous administration on immigration policy remains prominent.
Did humans cancel the next ice age? Ancient moss reveals an ice cap growing for centuries and global warming may have reversed it, here's what scientists found
Plants uncovered by melting Arctic ice have revealed a surprising change in its history. Scientists believe that the findings could alter how we identify the beginning of an ice age.
Disinformation videos, likely from Russia, are exploiting real people to malign Senate candidates
AI-driven disinformation campaigns are targeting Democratic Senate candidates Sherrod Brown and James Talarico during the midterm elections. These videos misuse real names and images, misleading voters and potentially impacting election outcomes. Experts believe this tactic resembles previous Russian disinformation efforts aimed at manipulating American electoral processes. Social media platform X has removed initial posts but copies are still accessible online.
Who is Jack Cocchiarella, the 24-year-old YouTuber dating Yassamin Ansari after first interviewing her in 2025?
Yassamin Ansari and Jack Cocchiarella are reportedly an item as of October 2025, having dated for several months. Ansari, who once held the position of vice mayor, remains discreet about her private life while addressing political topics. Cocchiarella, a notable student activist entangled in controversies during his time at Dartmouth, eventually settled a lawsuit over unfounded accusations from a peer.
In 1975, Chicago lawyer John Swenson ordered an unusual garlic from a catalog out of curiosity; decades later, that curiosity had grown into 150 preserved varieties
A Chicago-based lawyer, John Swenson, found himself drawn to garlic when he randomly ordered a few bulbs out of mere curiosity. Over the years, he introduced an impressive 150 garlic varieties to the Seed Savers Exchange. In 1989, he joined USDA scientists on a collecting mission to Central Asia, returning with a wealth of garlic diversity.
Rhode Island Crime News: College football player stabbed to death, another injured in altercation near nightclub; here’s what we know about the suspect
A tragic stabbing incident occurred early Saturday, leading to the death of UMass Dartmouth freshman football player Marvin Antoine. The running back was attacked outside the Mezzo Lounge, where tensions escalated from inside the nightclub. Another student, Kensley Macean, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities have apprehended 19-year-old Chukuwnonso Uzoma-eze in relation to the incident, which has left the campus community in mourning.
Top Business Schools 2026-27: Stanford stays on top, but IIM Bangalore makes a big move in Bloomberg MBA rankings
Stanford Graduate School of Business has topped Bloomberg Businessweek’s US business school ranking for an eighth straight year, ahead of Wharton and Harvard. In Asia-Pacific, IIM Bangalore’s Executive Post Graduate Programme climbed to second place, making it India’s highest-ranked programme in the list for the fifth consecutive year.
In 1921, Alaskan seamstress Ada Blackjack joined an Arctic expedition for $50 a month; nearly two years later, she was rescued as its only surviving person
Ada Blackjack joined an Arctic expedition for $50 monthly pay. She became the sole human survivor after others perished or vanished. Blackjack taught herself survival skills and cared for a sick companion. She endured nearly two years alone on the island with a cat. A rescue ship finally found Blackjack and the cat in August 1923.
Harvard, Stanford, Yale under scanner: Trump expands fight against elite colleges with focus on 'the diversity problem'
The Trump administration is widening its campaign against US universities, shifting from antisemitism investigations towards diversity programmes, admissions, hiring and foreign influence. More than 100 institutions are reportedly facing scrutiny, while cuts and threats to federal research funding are increasing pressure on universities to change their policies.
From gas station theft to high-speed escapes: Two face massive charges after ‘crime sprees’ across Nova Scotia; check timeline
Authorities have taken two suspects into custody for a series of theft-related offenses. This included charges for robbery and dangerous driving. The investigative process was initiated by a fuel theft incident along with a report of a stolen vehicle. After multiple arrest attempts, officers successfully detained them in Falmouth, recovering the stolen vehicle, and both suspects are now facing court proceedings.
In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine laying the foundation for the industrial revolution: How Thomas Newcomen's invention changed the world?
In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine, creating a machine that used steam and atmospheric pressure to pump water from mines. Thomas Newcomen developed the engine with John Calley after years of experiments. The machine helped mines reach deeper coal and tin deposits and became part of the development of steam power and the Industrial Revolution.
Plane crashes on Massachusetts' I-195 highway - is there any casualties? What we know so far
A small plane crashed on I-195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, during a nor’easter with strong winds and rain. The SOCATA TBM 700 plane, linked to Air Charity Network, caught fire in the highway median. Two people died in the crash. Traffic on I-195 is closed, and drivers are using alternate routes. Authorities are investigating the cause of the plane crash.
Thomas E. Kurtz, creator of BASIC computer language, dies at 96
Thomas E. Kurtz, co-pioneer of the BASIC programming language, dies at 96. In the 1960s, he and John Kemeny developed BASIC and the Dartmouth Time-Sharing System, transforming computer access and education. BASIC simplified programming and guided later software development, Bill Gates being one of its notable beneficiaries.
Roger Federer shares key life lessons for graduates: Tennis legend's secrets to succeed on and off court revealed
Roger Federer shared valuable life lessons on passion, persistence, and triumph in a compelling address at Dartmouth College. Drawing from his illustrious tennis career, he emphasized the importance of dreams, determination, and discipline. Federer reflected on his journey, discussing how challenges and setbacks contributed to his growth and ultimate success. His speech highlighted the significance of inspiration, hard work, and resilience in achieving one's goals.
Yale University to reinstate SAT testing for undergraduate admissions
Yale University has decided to reinstate the requirement for standardized test scores for undergraduate applicants, beginning in the fall of 2025. This marks a departure from the test-optional policies adopted during the pandemic, making Yale the second Ivy League institution, after Dartmouth, to do so. However, Yale will allow applicants to submit Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) exam scores instead of the ACT or SAT.
Dartmouth College becomes first Ivy League university to reinstate SAT requirement for applicants
Starting next year, Dartmouth College will reinstate the requirement for undergraduate applicants to submit standardized test scores. Dartmouth's internal study found that test scores were a better predictor of success than other factors. The test-optional policy during the pandemic negatively impacted lower-income applicants who wrongly assumed their scores were too low.
We used AI to write essays for Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth and Princeton. Here's how it went.
High school seniors are turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Bard for assistance with their college applications. Some students are using the tools to suggest essay topics or help structure their writing, while others are having the chatbots generate rough drafts or edit their essays. However, it is unclear if college admissions offices are prepared for this new era of AI-assisted personal essays.
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