Nationwide pro-Palestinian protests have led to arrests and disruptions on college campuses, with Columbia University being a focal point for activism. As the deadline looms for Columbia University protesters to disperse, the impact is being felt on graduation ceremonies.
In other news, the Supreme Court is showing skepticism towards granting former President Donald Trump immunity from prosecution for criminal acts. Meanwhile, New York State’s top court has overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 felony sex crime conviction and has ordered a new trial.
On the international front, Secretary of State Antony Blinken sat down with Steve Inkseep for an interview following a diplomatic meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping.
For entertainment enthusiasts, the weekend is filled with various picks for movies, TV shows, books, music, theater, games, and even a news quiz to test your knowledge. In more somber news, an unsung hero has comforted a stranded man after a car accident, musicians are calling for reform in the concert ticketing system, and a Chicago woman is accusing American Airlines of racial discrimination.
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