With reference to Adla Massoud's report Trump threatens Harvard after it defied government demands for overhaul (April 15): This was a thoughtful article on the latest developments at Harvard University that has shocked the global academic community. Harvard's defiance of government pressure has raised serious concerns, particularly among international students who have long considered the US to be a top destination for higher education.
The global image and reputation of US universities must not be tarnished through political interference. It is crucial that student safety is prioritised throughout their academic tenure. Educational institutions deserve respect and protection, not threats or political attacks. The integrity of academia should never be compromised for political gain.
K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India
I agree with the views of Alan Garber, the Harvard president when he says no government, regardless of which party is in power, should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.
Susan K, Orlando, Florida
Perhaps universities then should not expect the federal money. The federal government sets conditions for funding. Not allowing rampant, radical anti-Semitic propaganda is one of them and seems like a logical condition to my mind.
Robert Jeffries, San Antonio, Texas
The distraction of tariffs
With regard to Alvin Cabral's report Tariff chaos under Trump spells diverging fortunes for gold and oil (April 14): What is this obsession the US administration has with a trade balance? It's beginning to seem to me that a lot of this is a distraction from bigger things happening in the background.
David Otieno, Agadir, Morocco
In these tariff wars, we must not forget the tears and anguish of the orphans and widows in the Ukraine and Gaza wars, otherwise history will not forgive us.
Rajendra Aneja, Dubai
A year of car troubles
In reference to Nick Webster's article Car industry feels aftermath of historic UAE floods one year on (April 15): My car is still in the garage for the recovery process. It's been a year of waiting and waiting. I have full coverage it's been a year of the car being parked in the garage for this never-ending fixing.
Fernanada Troy, Dubai
The relentless assault on Gaza
Regarding Nagham Mohanna's piece Civil defence blames Gaza strike death toll on Israel blockading rescue gear (April 10): In a sense, there is no more Gaza. Just grief, rubble and little shoes buried in dust.
Sophia Martinez, San Francisco, US
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Group A: India, Japan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka
Group B: Australia, England, Nigeria, West Indies
Group C: Bangladesh, Pakistan, Scotland, Zimbabwe
Group D: Afghanistan, Canada, South Africa, UAE
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Saturday, January 18, v Canada
Wednesday, January 22, v Afghanistan
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Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi
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Producer: Zee Studios, Kamal Jain
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Rating: 2.5/5
Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
- Priority access to new homes from participating developers
- Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
- Flexible payment plans from developers
- Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
- DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
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• Scientists estimate there could be as many as 3 million fungal species globally
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The biog
Favourite books: 'Ruth Bader Ginsburg: A Life' by Jane D. Mathews and ‘The Moment of Lift’ by Melinda Gates
Favourite travel destination: Greece, a blend of ancient history and captivating nature. It always has given me a sense of joy, endless possibilities, positive energy and wonderful people that make you feel at home.
Favourite pastime: travelling and experiencing different cultures across the globe.
Favourite quote: “In the future, there will be no female leaders. There will just be leaders” - Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook.
Favourite Movie: Mona Lisa Smile
Favourite Author: Kahlil Gibran
Favourite Artist: Meryl Streep
Killing of Qassem Suleimani
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How to watch Ireland v Pakistan in UAE
When: The one-off Test starts on Friday, May 11
What time: Each day’s play is scheduled to start at 2pm UAE time.
TV: The match will be broadcast on OSN Sports Cricket HD. Subscribers to the channel can also stream the action live on OSN Play.
Killing of Qassem Suleimani
The biog
Age: 59
From: Giza Governorate, Egypt
Family: A daughter, two sons and wife
Favourite tree: Ghaf
Runner up favourite tree: Frankincense
Favourite place on Sir Bani Yas Island: “I love all of Sir Bani Yas. Every spot of Sir Bani Yas, I love it.”
The rules on fostering in the UAE
A foster couple or family must:
- be Muslim, Emirati and be residing in the UAE
- not be younger than 25 years old
- not have been convicted of offences or crimes involving moral turpitude
- be free of infectious diseases or psychological and mental disorders
- have the ability to support its members and the foster child financially
- undertake to treat and raise the child in a proper manner and take care of his or her health and well-being
- A single, divorced or widowed Muslim Emirati female, residing in the UAE may apply to foster a child if she is at least 30 years old and able to support the child financially
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Killing of Qassem Suleimani
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