Latest in Ukraine: Updates on Russia's war and a look ahead (Feb. 13)
Catch up on key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Yale University
Yale honors the work of a 9-year-old Black girl whose neighbor reported her to police
Bobbi Wilson went on a mission to save New Jersey's trees, capturing spotted lanternflies. That frightened her neighbor, who called the cops. Now, her bug collection is part of a Yale museum.
Justice Department Drops Race Discrimination Lawsuit Against Yale University
The DOJ sued Yale over its use of race in admissions in October, citing discrimination against white and Asian American applicants. It withdrew the suit and Title VI violation notice on Wednesday.
DOJ: Yale Discriminates Against Asian American and White Applicants In Admissions
The Justice Department said its two-year investigation found that race is "the determinative factor in hundreds of admissions decisions each year." Yale categorically denies the allegation.
Harvard, Yale Accused Of Failing To Report Hundreds Of Millions In Foreign Donations
The Ivy League schools have been singled out in a federal crackdown on institutions of higher learning for allegedly not reporting hundreds of millions of dollars in foreign donations.
Finding Meaning At Work: How We Shape And Think About Our Jobs
Finding a new job may be the solution to your woes at work. But there may also be other ways to get more out of your daily grind. This week on Hidden Brain, we explore ways to find meaning at work.
Concern About Global Warming Among Americans Spikes, Report Says
The proportion of those polled who say global warming is "personally important" to them jumped from 63 to 72 percent last year.
Kavanaugh Denies Fresh Harassment Allegations From College Classmate
A college classmate of Kavanaugh's says he acted inappropriately during a drunken party 35 years ago. Kavanaugh, who's currently a federal appeals judge, denies the allegations.
Kennedy Center Joins Institutions Stripping Bill Cosby Of Awards
As the comedian awaits sentencing for a conviction for aggravated indecent assault, the prestigious arts institution rescinded its Honors award and Mark Twain humor prize.
Yale Pulls Honorary Degree From Bill Cosby, The First Time In The School's History
Yale joins a growing list of American universities and colleges to cut ties with the now convicted comedian.