Papal mourning crowds in Rome as Francis lies in state
Tens of thousands line up at St. Peter's Basilica to see Pope Francis in a simple wooden coffin. The Vatican kept doors open all night due to high turnout and more than 90,000 mourners by Thursday evening. Security tightened with drones and patrols as delegations from 130 countries prepare for the funeral and conclave plans unfold for a new pope.
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Iowa and ISU push civics centers with 250k annual support
Lawmakers push bills requiring American history and civics courses across regent universities. UI proposes a Center for Intellectual Freedom to coordinate with ISU and UNI civics centers, with an external advisory board and national director search. ISU launches Cyclone Civics with part time director, aims to broaden civics across curricula. Both universities plan 250000 yearly funding. UNI seeks 1 million in 2026.
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Judge Orders Status Restored for Four Students
Ebinger halted DHS actions and removal proceedings for four students after embassy emails warned of visa terminations and possible removal. The court found immediate irreparable harm and balanced hardship against public interest, prohibiting arrests or transfers without notice and time to contest. Vanessa Miller reports for The Gazette.
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