In a recent legal twist, Harvard University emerged victorious after a local judge dismissed the Department of Justice’s lawsuit alleging antisemitism on campus. The court determined that prior warnings about campus incidents did not establish a consistent pattern of civil rights infractions. Despite the ruling, Justice Department officials have flatly disagreed and are contemplating an appeal to challenge the decision.

The lawsuit stems from actions by the Trump administration, which had previously halted over $2 billion in grants and contracts in response to Harvard’s refusal to align with federal mandates concerning antisemitism. According to Reuters, the dispute highlights ongoing tensions between federal directives and institutional autonomy in higher education.

Adding another layer to the contentious discourse, federal authorities are scrutinizing an anti-Israel nonprofit, linked to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Allegations suggest that donor contributions have been directed to a sanctioned Palestinian organization. Backed by Bassema Yousef, an ally of Mamdani, the U.K.-based group, known as “PFF,” reportedly holds a staggering $100 million. The Department of Homeland Security is probing potential connections to Al-Haq, although no criminal charges have yet been substantiated.

Feds are linked to Big Apple Mayor Zohran Mamdani over claims donor cash was funneled to a sanctioned Palestinian group. The U.K.-based “PFF”—backed by Mamdani ally Bassema Yousef—commands a mega $100M war chest. Homeland Security is investigating potential ties to Al-Haq, though no criminal wrongdoing is proven.

A Bronx man faces hate crime charges after terrifying worshipers during Friday Shabbat services at Manhattan’s historic Central Synagogue. Police say 46-year-old Larry Montes struck a congregant, smashed property, then spat on and headbutted a security officer before being tackled by an off-duty cop. Top city officials condemned the violent outburst as the suspect remains in custody.

: State Department officials claim findings from UNICEF completely that Israel engineered a starvation campaign in Gaza. Officials point to data showing acute child malnutrition rates remained well below required famine thresholds. The U.S. government maintains the findings debunk propaganda claims, emphasizing that extensive humanitarian food aid and vaccines were successfully delivered throughout the conflict.

: Christian Zionists are flooding the West Bank to over Israeli settlements. Evangelical outfit The Israel Guys is busing thousands of global volunteers into contested territories to pick crops, open tourist hubs, and counter hostile media reports. They claim accusations of settler violence are fake news designed to demonize local Jewish communities.

: Loay Alshareef, an Arab Muslim peace advocate and senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, writes that the Dead Sea Scrolls provide of the Jewish people’s ancient bond to Israel. Dated over 2,000 years ago, these manuscripts shatter claims that Jewish connection to the land is a modern invention, offering a factual foundation for peace and reconciliation.

“The new data shows that the allegations of famine in Gaza were pure hysteria. While certain small pockets of hunger occurred in Gaza, we now know this can only have been an issue of distribution. Once again, international organizations removed Hamas and their share of the blame for Gaza’s suffering from the conversation, stoking the anti-Israel narrative.” – Andrew Fox, a senior fellow at the Henry Jackson Society.

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Brian Hickerson, through his attorney, recently expressed his sorrow over the passing of his intermittent partner, Hayden Panettiere, who tragically passed away on Sunday, leaving many in shock.

Sloan Ellis, his legal representative, shared with TMZ on Thursday that the circumstances surrounding Hayden’s death are still being investigated. “It’s crucial that the investigation is permitted to continue unobstructed,” she emphasized.

The attorney reiterated the importance of respecting the process and the privacy of those affected. “Out of sensitivity toward Hayden’s family and friends, and given the active investigation, there will be no additional comments at this juncture,” the statement elaborated.

As previously reported by Page Six, Hayden, aged 36, was discovered lifeless in a residence located in Greenville, South Carolina, during the recent weekend.

On the scene were both Brian and his brother, Zach Hickerson. It was Zach who found Hayden’s body, while Brian remained asleep in another part of the apartment.

According to the 911 audio exclusively obtained by Page Six, paramedics responded to a call about an “unidentified female” in “cardiac arrest.” Within minutes, “CPR [was] in progress” for the “overdose.”

Authorities said there are no signs of foul play and a cause of death has not yet been revealed. The Drug Enforcement Administration has joined the investigation.

An autopsy obtained by us showed “no signs of trauma were discovered that would have contributed to the death.”

The day before Hayden’s death, she traveled from Los Angeles to South Carolina with Hickerson.

The “Remember the Titans” actress and the aspiring actor have dated on and off since 2018.

The pair had a tumultuous past, which included alleged incidents of abuse.

In May 2019, Hickerson was arrested for domestic violence due to an alleged incident with Hayden that resulted in her having redness and visible marks on her body.

At the time, the “Bring It On: All or Nothing” star and Hickerson were drinking in Hollywood the night before the physical altercation at their home. Hickerson was subsequently taken into custody for felony domestic violence for allegedly starting the fight.

In April 2021, Hickerson accepted a plea deal, pleading no contest to two felony counts of injuring a spouse or girlfriend. Six other counts were dismissed.

He was sentenced to 45 days in county jail, four years of formal probation, 52 mandatory domestic violence classes and a five-year restraining order.

Hayden is survived by her and ex-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko‘s daughter, Kaya, who was born in December 2014.

Kaya has been living in Ukraine with her father since 2018.

The actress made the “heartbreaking” decision to relinquish custody of Kaya to her ex as she struggled with addiction.

Margaret Qualley stepped out barefoot and ring-free, marking her first red carpet event since parting ways with husband Jack Antonoff. She made a striking appearance at the world premiere of “The Dog Stars” on Thursday.

The 31-year-old actress, now single, graced the red carpet alongside co-star Jacob Elordi. The duo turned heads with their fashion choices at the premiere, which took place at London’s renowned Odeon Leicester Square.

Known for her exceptional talent, Margaret, twice nominated for a Golden Globe, captivated in a plunging black tasselled gown. The dress, featuring a V-neckline, perfectly highlighted her stunning figure as she portrayed the character Cima in the film.

Adding a touch of uniqueness to her ensemble, Margaret wore Chanel’s innovative barefoot sandals from the brand’s 2027 collection, confidently strolling along the carpet.

Her long, dark locks flowed freely as she paused for solo photographs, a radiant smile gracing her face. Joining her was Jacob Elordi, 29, who exuded sophistication in a navy pinstriped suit.

It was announced in July that Margaret had split from music producer Jack after nearly three years of marriage. 

Jacob, who portrays leading role Hig in the sci-fi and action movie, dressed smart in the double-breasted blazer which he layered over a crisp white shirt and matching navy tie. 

The Australian actor also hit the red carpet solo without supermodel girlfriend Kendall Jenner and opted for a pair of sunglasses. 

Meanwhile Kimberley Garner cut a glamorous figure as she hit the red carpet. 

The former Made In Chelsea star looked incredible in a one-shoulder embellished corset dress which showed off her amazing figure.

She put on a leggy display in the daring number through a thigh-high split and added inches to her frame in a pair of towering clear heels.

The Saturday’s singer Una Healy turned heads in a figure-hugging red and black floral gown which showed off her incredible figure. 

The TV personality added inches to her frame in a pair of black strappy heels and accessorised with a pair of drop earrings. 

Lottie Moss caught the eye in a bold leopard print unitard which boasted a halter neckline and cropped trousers. 

The OnlyFans star wowed in a pair of platform black heels and toted her belongings in a matching handbag. 

Myleene Klass stunned in a racy white gown which featured a daring sheer maxi skirt. 

The radio presenter looked sensational in the sleeveless number as she posed up a storm for photos.  

Meanwhile Brian May gave a thumbs up as he walked the star-studded red carpet in a smart black suit. 

Love Island star Tasha Ghouri cosied up to boyfriend Cam Whitnall at the premiere. 

The reality star looked gorgeous in a blue one-shoulder gown while Cam looked smart in an all-black outfit.  

Pregnant former Victoria’s Secret model Nadine Leopold cradled her bump in a glamorous black tasselled gown. 

Styling her blonde tresses loose, Nadine beamed for photos in the one-shoulder black dress.  

Guy Pearce, 58, who plays Pops, made a dapper early arrival in a navy suit complete with a peach open collar shirt. 

Benedict Wong, 55, turned heads in a smart black jacket which he layered over a white T-shirt and beige trousers. 

Pregnant BBC Radio 1 DJ Yinka Bokinni cradled her growing baby bump in a grey zebra print dress and heels. 

The stars will later head over to Soho House for the afterparty to celebrate the thriller.  

Ridley Scott’s $110million-budget sci-fi flick The Dog Stars had a staggering $110million-budget and will be hitting US/UK theaters August 28.

The synopsis reads: ‘In a post-apocalyptic world, a virus wipes out humanity. Survivors face roaming scavengers called Reapers. Protagonist Hig, a pilot, survived the flu but lost his wife.’

Margaret’s appearance comes after her rep confirmed her breakup to TMZ on July 10, insisting there ‘was no infidelity’ and ‘no trust issues’ leading to the demise of her ‘rocky’ marriage to the 42-year-old Bleachers frontman.

The two-time Actor Award nominee and the 14-time Grammy winner haven’t been pictured together since the Grammy Awards on February 1.

A source told DeuxMoi on July 8 that ‘there were many factors that allegedly contributed to the split, with those close to the situation also alleging Jack had long been difficult to live with’.

The Blue Moon actress and Antonoff – who began dating in the summer of 2021 – split in July after nearly three years of marriage.

Qualley changed her Instagram handle back to include her legal name Sarah Margaret Qualley instead of her previous handles @isimolady and @isimostar, which referenced the pop star hitmaker’s 2024 track Isimo.

The House Tour co-director recently deleted photos she shared in March on Instagram from their wedding day at Beach Haven in his native New Jersey.

Qualley was previously romantically linked to her Death Note co-star Nat Wolff, SNL alum Pete Davidson and her Love Me Like You Hate Me leading man Shia LaBeouf.

And Antonoff had reportedly dated the likes of photographer Carlotta Kohl, Golden Globe winner Lena Dunham and two-time Oscar nominee Scarlett Johansson.

In a tragic accident that has shaken Tennessee, a driver allegedly collided with a group of college cyclists without attempting to slow down or avoid them, resulting in the deaths of two and severe injuries to five more. This is according to a recent affidavit that sheds light on the incident.

John Alexander Benfield, now at the center of serious legal proceedings, faces severe charges, including two counts of reckless vehicular homicide and five counts of reckless aggravated assault. These charges stem from a crash involving the Milligan University cycling team that took place on Wednesday in Carter County.

According to details from the affidavit submitted by the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 9 a.m. along Highway 19E, near Simerly Creek Road. Benfield was reportedly driving a 2003 Subaru Baja Sport following another vehicle which switched from the outside lane to the inside lane just before the collision.

The affidavit notes that Benfield claimed he didn’t notice the cyclists as they traveled in the outside lane until the vehicle ahead changed lanes. The investigating trooper reported finding “no physical evidence” suggesting Benfield attempted to brake or swerve to avoid hitting the cyclists.

Two riders, Milligan University sophomores Haylan Engdahl and Brayden Rogers, were pronounced dead at the scene, according to the university. Seven other cyclists suffered serious or critical injuries, the affidavit states.

Milligan said in a statement that the university was “profoundly shocked and saddened” by the deaths and asked the public to keep the victims, their families and the campus community in their prayers.

“There are no words to adequately describe this level of loss,” the university said. “Our prayers are with all those impacted by this tragedy. Please keep the Milligan community in your prayers.”

The affidavit also said that officers detected the odor of marijuana coming from Benfield’s vehicle. The document does not say whether Benfield was impaired, and he was not charged with driving under the influence in the warrant.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), which is leading the investigation, said Thursday that troopers are interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence and examining the crash scene.

“We owe it to them to take the time, follow the facts and get this right,” Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security spokesperson Jason Pack said in a statement to News Media.

THP said its findings will be submitted to the district attorney’s office once the investigation is complete.

A judicial officer found probable cause for Benfield’s arrest Wednesday. His bond was set at $150,000, according to the warrant.

USA Cycling also issued a statement mourning Engdahl and Rogers and offering condolences to their families, teammates, coaches and the Milligan community.

“We are deeply saddened to learn of this morning’s tragic crash involving the Milligan University Cycling team. Our hearts go out to the two student-athletes whose lives were taken far too soon, Haylan Engdahl and Brayden Rogers, as well as to the riders who were injured,” the statement said.

News Media has reached out to the Carter County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference for comment.

In a bold move, a Texas Democrat with a history of three arrests while in office is making headlines with her bid for a significant salary increase.

Carla Wyatt, the Harris County Treasurer, is seeking to bump her pay to $250,000 or more, a proposal outlined in a formal salary grievance submitted to the county. The Houston Chronicle has obtained this request.

Should this request be granted, Wyatt’s paycheck would reflect a striking 79 percent increase from her current earnings of slightly more than $139,500.

This salary boost plea is part of the standard annual procedure that allows elected officials to petition a committee for pay hikes. The decision on Wyatt’s request is set to be made today.

In the grievance seen by reporters, Wyatt argues for compensation that accurately mirrors the “statutory responsibilities, fiduciary obligations, scope of authority, workload, and level of accountability” tied to her role as Harris County Treasurer.

The request comes after her office was stripped of some of its financial oversight powers in an ongoing effort to abolish her position entirely, the outlet reported. 

Wyatt made the request while a drink driving case against her works its way though the legal system. 

Police in Galveston said that they approached a car flagged by a concerned onlooker during a patrol in May, only to find the female driver, Wyatt, ‘to be asleep.’

An officer woke Wyatt up and asked her where she was, to which she responded that she was ‘in Heaven.’

After repeated attempts to get the treasurer to say where she was and where she was going, she finally said she was in Houston, trying to get to Galveston for a conference the next morning.

At one point, Wyatt admitted to having one glass of wine that evening, before eventually changing her story to two glasses.

The arresting officers said they ‘smelled the odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting’ from Wyatt.

Wyatt also sat on the rear bumper of her car to remain upright, the officer said, according to police documents obtained by ABC13.

She eventually failed a field sobriety test and was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Wyatt was immediately taken to the Galveston County jail but has since been released, according to jail records.

‘We are looking forward to obtaining all of the available discovery in this case and investigating the basis for this arrest. Dr. Wyatt denies that she committed any criminal act whatsoever,’ Wyatt’s attorney, Christopher Downey, said in a statement.

In 2023, Wyatt was arrested and charged with a DWI for driving nearly double the legal blood alcohol limit.

Wyatt agreed, in exchange for dropping those charges, to go through a court-issued program.

Last year, Wyatt was arrested and charged with burglary of a vehicle.

She told prosecutors she had been checked for a ‘mini stroke’ and a grand jury declined to indict her.

Renowned fashion designer Marc Jacobs expressed his willingness to style Luigi Mangione, the admitted murderer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, for his upcoming trial. Jacobs commented in a recent interview that Mangione is already doing an impressive job as a “trendsetter” with his self-styled courtroom attire.

During an appearance on Vanity Fair’s Lie Detector Test podcast, Jacobs was reminded by the host that his creations had previously been worn by celebrities such as Winona Ryder, Courtney Love, and Lil’ Kim during court appearances in the early 2000s. The host then presented Jacobs with a photo of Mangione, inquiring if he would consider styling the accused for his trial.

Jacobs, dressed in a sleek black Lacoste shirt, chuckled at the image before responding affirmatively, “Um… yes.”

Jacobs also noted, “I think he looks pretty good the way he dresses, actually,” indicating his approval of Mangione’s current sartorial choices.

Trial fashion can draw a lot of attention, going back to OJ Simpson’s so-called trial of the century in the mid-1990s, which was televised and involved the most famous American ever charged with murder at the time.

Donna Rotunno, a criminal defense attorney and Fox News contributor, said the media’s treatment of Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney Marcia Clark during Simpson’s trial influenced her courtroom style choices when she represented Harvey Weinstein. Still, she said, she was disappointed to see public support for an admitted killer like Mangione.

“I find it sad,” she said in an interview Thursday. “I find that sad that a designer would in any way, shape or form want to support that.”

Mangione has admitted to stalking Thompson, a 50-year-old father of two, from Minnesota to New York City, where he shot him in the back on Dec. 4, 2024.

His fashion choices have made headlines ever since — beginning with the high-end backpack he allegedly ditched in Central Park while fleeing the crime scene. In March 2025, he showed up in the courtroom wearing Rockport loafers and no socks — a detail that a photographer captured in a picture showing shackles around his bare ankles.

Later, prosecutors revealed that someone had slipped Mangione a pair of heart-shaped notes hidden within a pair of socks sent to the court along with other clothes he wore for the hearing. (Only one of the notes was addressed to Mangoine — the other was meant for someone named “Joan.”)

“He’s kind of become a character and this cult hero to some people, and it’s pretty sad to see,” Rotunno said.

A court officer seized the notes but allowed Mangione to wear the socks. However, “he felt that ‘they did not look good’” and took them off, according to prosecutors.

Mangione, however, may end up wearing a jail jumpsuit for the rest of his life after he pleaded guilty to federal charges last week. As a result, his state case may come to an end without trial if his defense team’s double jeopardy claim succeeds in court.

He faces a maximum punishment of life in prison at his sentencing on Dec. 18, but it’s up to Judge Margaret Garnett. Federal sentencing guidelines recommend around 25 to 30 years, and Garnett is not bound by those either.

“So the fact that you would have any designer coming out saying that he would dress him or be happy to dress him, I think is pretty tone deaf,” Rotunno said.

If he does end up having a state trial, it could be the last time he’s seen wearing street clothes, she said. But even so, she urged his defense team to walk a fine line.

“I also think you have to be careful in front of juries,” she said. “You dress up Luigi Mangione too much, and maybe he loses some of the sympathy that people have for him.”

Jacobs was hooked up to a lie detector test during his podcast interview.

The host noted that after Mangione wore a red sweater in court, it sold out at Nordstrom stores. “Does this make him a trendsetter?”

“Yes,” Jacobs agreed.

Then she asked if he was offended that Gwyneth Paltrow didn’t wear any of his designs at her own eight-day trial in 2023, after a retired optometrist unsuccessfully sued her over a ski crash in Park City, Utah.

“No,” he said.

“He’s being truthful,” the polygrapher added.

A spokesperson for Jacobs did not immediately respond to a request for comment.