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Lyle Goldstein, an analyst from the Watson Institute and Defence Priorities, discusses the rapid modernization of China's People’s Liberation Army (PLA) over the past decade and its significance in military history. He addresses the PLA's projected position by 2027, one of three modernization benchmark years set by China.

Brown University President Christina Paxson will step down at the end of the academic year after 15 years in the role. She cited it as the 'right decision' for her and her family and 'best path' forward, following 18 months of negotiations with the Trump administration.

Brown’s President Christina H. Paxson will resign after a tenure that included a Trump deal. The article mentions her role as president of Brown University and her upcoming resignation.

Nearly 1,900 U.S. public schools are within a mile of data centers or approved facilities, per a Brown University analysis. In Georgia, a proposed data center near Arnco-Sargent Elementary faces opposition from residents concerned about traffic, noise, and environmental impacts. The Coweta County commission rezoned land for the 10-year Project Sail development.

The U.S. public health system is under strain from multiple disease outbreaks, including measles and hantavirus, attributed to factors like vaccine resistance and funding cuts. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s policies and vaccine misinformation are cited as exacerbating the crisis, while environmental changes and animal disease spread further complicate containment efforts.

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh emphasized that the decision to keep interest rates unchanged does not indicate central bank inaction, as the Fed remains focused on addressing inflation. Brown University Professor Sebnem Kalemli-Ozcan analyzed how markets are interpreting these signals.

A college professor used a hidden prompt in an essay question to catch AI cheating, with 35 students falling into the trap by including the nonsensical word 'Madagascar.' The experiment revealed students often submitted AI-generated work without reviewing it, raising concerns about academic integrity and critical thinking.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Mexico state Governor Delfina Gómez unveiled two AI-powered police robots, CeCi and K7, as part of the National Public Security Strategy. The robots will support surveillance, facial recognition, and crime investigation in the state of Mexico. An anthropologist criticized the focus on technology over addressing systemic issues in criminal investigations.

Current and former students of 10 elite schools are receiving payments from a $284 million financial aid settlement following a lawsuit alleging price-fixing in favor of wealthy students. Payments average $2,000 and were first distributed on July 20 via digital methods and checks.

Red Lobster’s CEO Damola Adamolekun began his career as a server at Clyde’s, developing skills in managing difficult people and situations. He later transitioned to investment banking and earned an MBA from Harvard Business School before leading Red Lobster’s recovery.

A Brown University professor has reported a large-scale case of cheating using generative AI. Canadian educators and academic integrity experts note this issue is not uncommon and requires attention from students, professors, and institutions.

Brown University professor Roberto Serrano criticized the university for its slow response to AI cheating in his course, citing a significant score discrepancy between online and in-person exams. He reported evidence of ChatGPT-like answers and noted that 22 of 27 students who dropped the course scored perfectly on the online midterm. Brown University stated it was 'consistently responsive' to his concerns.

The University of Chicago Law School has banned laptops for first-year students to combat AI-enabled cheating and promote independent thinking. The school is redesigning its curriculum to balance AI use with foundational skills, while Brown University recently disciplined students over an AI-assisted cheating scandal.

New research from Brown University demonstrates that Einstein's theory of relativity influences chemical bonds in heavy elements. The study highlights the role of relativistic effects in the chemical behavior of these elements.

Brown University professor Roberto Serrano suspects AI cheating after students' exam scores dropped from a take-home midterm to an in-person final. He claims the 'cost of cheating has basically gone down to zero' and shared data showing significant score declines, prompting a university investigation.

A professor at Brown University, suspecting AI cheating, mandated an in-person final exam, resulting in a 50% decline in student scores. The incident highlights concerns about AI misuse in academic settings.

A Brown University professor suspects that most of his class used AI to cheat, and he criticized the university's response to the incident as 'meek'.

A top analyst, Dan Ives, states that AI stocks are in an 'air pocket,' with Meta and Microsoft being traded like 'bear market names that cannot be owned.' The article also mentions global shipping price increases due to an Iran war, a potential market correction, Europe's heat crisis with a $638 billion economic impact, AI-driven inflation, and a student cheating scandal at Brown University.

Brown University Professor Roberto Serrano switched to take-home exams for his economics class after a campus mass shooting but discovered widespread AI-assisted cheating. Over 40 students scored a perfect 100 on the exam, with answers matching AI-generated responses from ChatGPT, leading to a cheating scandal.

Trapped earthquake victims in Venezuela's La Guaira can survive up to a week or more depending on conditions like access to water and air, but survival odds decrease daily. Rescue teams are working to extract survivors from collapsed buildings after two powerful earthquakes, with most rescues occurring within the first 24 hours.

Trapped earthquake victims' survival depends on factors like access to water, air, and injuries, with most rescues occurring within 24 hours. In Venezuela, over 770 buildings collapsed after recent earthquakes, prompting international rescue efforts. Survivors in rubble have included a Japanese teenager and grandmother rescued after nine days and a Haitian girl after 15 days.

A study by the Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium found that most mass shooters display observable warning signs, such as communicating violent intentions, before attacks. Perpetrators often experienced multiple overlapping stressors and spent nearly 10 months planning, with firearms typically obtained legally.

A survivor of two U.S. school shootings shares advice for others affected by gun violence, emphasizing that trauma and survival are subjective experiences. The essay highlights the ripple effects of such events and the author's advocacy for gun violence prevention since age 13.

Nadiem Makarim, co-founder of Gojek and former education minister, faces an 18-year prison sentence for corruption, alarming Indonesians abroad who once viewed him as a symbol of homecoming success. His transition from tech entrepreneur to government official and subsequent legal troubles highlight concerns about Indonesia's political and judicial landscape.

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Rhode Island has recognized Providence Police Department Lieutenant Patrick Potter as a 'Hometown Hero' for his courageous actions during a shooting incident at Brown University. The recognition highlights Potter's bravery and heroic response to the dangerous situation.

Researchers found that practicing Baduanjin, a centuries-old Chinese exercise, five times a week can lower blood pressure in adults with Stage 1 hypertension, with results comparable to some medications. The study involved 216 adults and showed that Baduanjin is an effective and accessible lifestyle intervention. The American College of Cardiology published the report.

US overdose deaths fell by 14% in 2025, marking the third straight annual drop, with declines seen across various drug types and states. The 2025 total is similar to the tally in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, researchers caution that deaths can rise again due to policy changes or shifts in the drug supply.

Mia Tretta survived two shootings and now experiences chronic pain, a phenomenon supported by a recent study linking gun violence exposure to higher rates of chronic pain. The study found that both direct and indirect exposure to gun violence are linked to chronic pain among American adults. Tretta's experience represents a growing cohort of young people who have lived through more than one shooting.

Brown University significantly reduced its investment in the Blue Owl Private Credit Fund. The article mentions a gate at the university's campus in Providence, Rhode Island.

The FBI revealed that Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, a 48-year-old Portuguese national, began planning the 2023 Brown University and MIT professor shootings as early as 2022, targeting victims he viewed as 'symbolic' due to personal struggles and a lack of social support. Valente, a former Brown student, committed suicide after the attacks, leaving behind incriminating audio and video files.

A new analysis by Brown University’s Costs of War Project reveals U.S. military operations in Venezuela and the Caribbean, including Operations Absolute Resolve and Southern Spear, have cost taxpayers at least $4.7 billion between August 2025 and March 2026. The Pentagon has not disclosed costs, and researchers warn the figure is an undercount, with naval deployments accounting for $3.8 billion alone.

A string of deaths and disappearances of high-level U.S. scientists, many involved in nuclear science, space research, and UFO studies, has raised concerns about potential shadow operations or criminal organizations. Experts suggest the individuals may have been targeted for their knowledge or protected due to sensitive investigations.

President Trump nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz, a qualified public health official with a background in preventive medicine and federal service, to lead the CDC. The choice contrasts with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s anti-vaccine stance, which the administration views as politically damaging.

At least two people were killed and several others wounded in a shooting at Brown University's engineering building during final exams. The suspect remains at large, prompting a manhunt.