Araghchi Says Iran’s Proposal To Open Strait of Hormuz Within Seven Days Is Still on the Table

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DOJ Alleges UC Medical School Discriminates In Race-Based Admissions Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times, A Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into the University of California-San Francisco's (UCSF's) medical school has determined that the institution discriminates on a racial basis during its admission process. Signage on the exterior of a building at the UCSF Mission Bay campus in San Francisco on Feb. 10, 2025. Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesThe investigation looked at whether admission policies of the UCSF School of Medicine complied with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the...

Defiant Iran Reasserts Toll System, Paid Through Iranian Banks After US Vows Hormuz Blockade Stays "As Long As It Takes" Summary Iran seeks to boost rial through toll payment scheme; vessels pay Hormuz passage through Iranian banks. US Navy: vessels seeking entry into Hormuz Strait now fair game for boarding, search, and outright seizure - including for suspicion of 'contraband'. Hegseth: US forces are ready to restart combat if Iran doesn’t agree to a deal & strait blockade to continue for as long as it takes. Already 14 ships have been turned around. Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad...