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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
La La Anthony Shares Exclusive Photos from Son Kiyan's Graduation Party with NBA Legend Carmelo Anthony
, the ex-wife of NBA legend Carmelo Anthony, shares photos of son Kiyan's graduation ceremony on her latest Instagram post. Other than Carmelo, various other family members and friends also joined in to celebrate Kiyan's graduation. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kiyan graduated from Long Island Lutheran, located in New York, and he will be joining Syracuse University, the same university where Carmelo played basketball. Kiyan has always been in the media since his birth, due to which fans are getting emotional after seeing his graduation photos. Carmelo Anthony joins in to celebrate son Kiyan Anthony 's graduation ceremony Kiyan graduated from Long Island Lutheran on May 30, 2025, and his parents made sure that it was no less than a party. Both La La and Carmelo Anthony rode to the graduation ceremony along with their troop in complete party-mode, with posters, banners, and face masks. The photos from La La's Instagram post shows Kiyan receiving his graduation certificate on the stage, and other family members and friends cheering him on. La La also shared some behind-the-scenes of the graduation party they had after the ceremony was over. Thanks to famous parents, Kiyan had always been in the eyes of the media, due to which fans saw his every move. They saw him enter kindergarten, play basketball for the first time, and now graduating. After seeing the photos that La La posted, many fans expressed their views on the grief a parent feels when the child moves away. One fan went on to say, 'Ohhh I know I'm getting old! I remember her being pregnant with him! My God today!' There were several other fan comments under La La's post expressing the same viewpoint. Though they congratulated Kiyan on the big step, they also understand how La La must be feeling sending her only son away to the University. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Though La La and Carmelo are not together anymore, they co-parent Kiyan, and make sure that he is not affected by the divorce. The couple got engaged in 2004 and tied the knot in 2010, when Kiyan was already 3 years old. Since Carmelo was always in the center of the media light back in those days, it affected their relationship a lot, due to which, the couple called it quits in 2021. However, Kiyan had always been the favorite of the media since his childhood, due to which he was always under heavy scrutiny. Now that Kiyan's joining Syracuse to play basketball, there will be more spotlight and pressure on him as he's going there as a prodigy player. Also Read:
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
Lockerbie-Syracuse scholarship scheme set to restart
A scholarship scheme - set up in the wake of the Lockerbie bombing - which sends Scottish school pupils to a US university is set to be revived. Two Lockerbie Academy students were selected to study at Syracuse University in New York state every year between 1989 and 2024 but no intake will happen in 2025/26. Thirty-five Syracuse students were among 270 victims of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 in December 1988. The university has announced that the scholarship is now due to restart in autumn 2026 but it is unclear who will fund the programme. Previously, the Lockerbie students selected to spend a year at the US university were chosen by the Lockerbie Syracuse Trust (LST). The scheme was funded by both the university and the trust - with a contribution also understood to come from Dumfries and Galloway Council. There will been no intake for 2025/26 but Syracuse University has now relaunched the scheme, describing it as a "reimagined partnership". Students will be chosen by a panel of representatives from the university and the academy using "elevated selection criteria based on rigorous academic standards". The university said it would select students who demonstrate "academic excellence and a deep understanding" of the Pan Am Flight 103 tragedy. A press statement makes no mention of the LST and does not state how the scheme will be funded. Lockerbie: The town scarred by Pan Am flight 103 Lockerbie: Remembering the victims of Flight 103 Carolyne Wilson, who chairs the LST, said the funding situation had not been confirmed with them. "Previously, Syracuse University have funded part of it, and the trust has picked up the other part which equates to about £40,000 a year," she said. She said the LST would be happy for that arrangement to continue but it had not been approached to do so. "I think there would definitely need to be discussions between all parties because obviously we would love to strengthen and maintain our partnership with both Lockerbie Academy and Syracuse University to provide the best opportunities possible for the students of Lockerbie and the surrounding area," she added. Anna Newbould, one of the Lockerbie Academy scholars for 2024/25, said it was important to keep the link. "I think everyone would agree that it's incredibly important for this scholarship to continue, not just as an experience for the upcoming students but especially for the families of the victims who were sadly lost," she said. "Without the scholarship, the connection with Lockerbie, I believe, would only fade over time and ultimately it could be forgotten which is not something anyone wants. "Now more than ever, as the disaster is drifting further from the current generation, 36 years on, it's important to keep educating future generations and to keep the victims' memories alive." Brian Asher, head teacher at Lockerbie Academy, welcomed the move to re-establish the scholarship. He said: "Syracuse University has, since the terrible events of 21 December 1988, held a special place in the heart of Lockerbie. "We reforge our bond in honour of all those who were lost that night. "I am excited to work with our Syracuse University colleagues on behalf of the academy as we build on our shared past, towards a shared future." Syracuse University said the scheme would run until at least 2028.
BBC News
a day ago
- General
- BBC News
Lockerbie-Syracuse scholarship scheme set to restart
A scholarship scheme - set up in the wake of the Lockerbie bombing - which sends Scottish school pupils to a US university is set to be revived. Two Lockerbie Academy students were selected to study at Syracuse University in New York state every year between 1989 and 2024 but no intake will happen in 2025/ Syracuse students were among 270 victims of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 in December 1988. The university has announced that the scholarship is now due to restart in autumn 2026 but it is unclear who will fund the programme. Previously, the Lockerbie students selected to spend a year at the US university were chosen by the Lockerbie Syracuse Trust (LST). The scheme was funded by both the university and the trust - with a contribution also understood to come from Dumfries and Galloway will been no intake for 2025/26 but Syracuse University has now relaunched the scheme, describing it as a "reimagined partnership". Students will be chosen by a panel of representatives from the university and the academy using "elevated selection criteria based on rigorous academic standards". The university said it would select students who demonstrate "academic excellence and a deep understanding" of the Pan Am Flight 103 tragedy. A press statement makes no mention of the LST and does not state how the scheme will be funded. Carolyne Wilson, who chairs the LST, said the funding situation had not been confirmed with them."Previously, Syracuse University have funded part of it, and the trust has picked up the other part which equates to about £40,000 a year," she said. She said the LST would be happy for that arrangement to continue but it had not been approached to do so."I think there would definitely need to be discussions between all parties because obviously we would love to strengthen and maintain our partnership with both Lockerbie Academy and Syracuse University to provide the best opportunities possible for the students of Lockerbie and the surrounding area," she added. Anna Newbould, one of the Lockerbie Academy scholars for 2024/25, said it was important to keep the link."I think everyone would agree that it's incredibly important for this scholarship to continue, not just as an experience for the upcoming students but especially for the families of the victims who were sadly lost," she said."Without the scholarship, the connection with Lockerbie, I believe, would only fade over time and ultimately it could be forgotten which is not something anyone wants."Now more than ever, as the disaster is drifting further from the current generation, 36 years on, it's important to keep educating future generations and to keep the victims' memories alive." 'Reforge our bond' Brian Asher, head teacher at Lockerbie Academy, welcomed the move to re-establish the scholarship. He said: "Syracuse University has, since the terrible events of 21 December 1988, held a special place in the heart of Lockerbie."We reforge our bond in honour of all those who were lost that night. "I am excited to work with our Syracuse University colleagues on behalf of the academy as we build on our shared past, towards a shared future."Syracuse University said the scheme would run until at least 2028.
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a day ago
- General
Travel + Leisure
Title: Commerce Writer Education: Binghamton University , Syracuse University Location: New York, NY Jasmine Gomez is a commerce writer at Travel + Leisure, where she tests and writes about the best travel essentials for all kinds of adventures. As a frequent road tripper and seasoned traveler to the Caribbean, she's always on the hunt for new travel gear to make her trips more enjoyable. Along the way, she's tested dozens of backpacks, on-the-go outfits, travel accessories, and more. Highlights: Jasmine has over 10 years of experience as a storyteller, with five years as a commerce writer and editor focusing on products for people on the move. She's a frequent and seasoned traveler to the Caribbean. She graduated from Syracuse University with an MA in Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism. Experience With over 10 years of experience as a storyteller, Jasmine Gomez is an editor and writer specializing in the commerce and lifestyle space. Before getting started at Travel & Leisure, she spent five years producing shopping content for the lifestyle vertical at Women's Health, covering products across home, travel, beauty, gifts, and sleep. You can also find Jasmine's bylines in other outlets, including Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, Remezcla, and Seventeen. Before pivoting into service journalism, Jasmine spent several years as a local news reporter, interviewing everyday people about their challenges and milestones. That experience and perspective fuels her love for travel and exploration of other cultures. When she's not living her best city life in the Bronx, she enjoys getting away to the Dominican Republic or one of her other dream destinations to recharge and spend time with family. My favorite purchase is a pocket-sized Anker phone charger because I always need some extra juice when I'm on-the-go. A battery-dead phone literally makes me anxious, so having this backup gives me some reassurance that I can always stay connected and document my experiences whenever I'm outside. I love that it always fits in my bag, no matter how small my purse is, and that it comes in fun colors. I've had it for two years and have even convinced some of my friends to buy it. Education Jasmine received for BA in Political Science, Minor in Sociology from Binghamton University. She then went on to receive her MA in Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism from Syracuse University. BA in Political Science, Minor in Sociology from Binghamton University Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing
Mint
6 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Targeting Chinese students threatens the bottom line at American universities
A Trump administration announcement Wednesday that it would 'aggressively" begin revoking visas for Chinese students confronts universities across the U.S. with the prospect of a hit to their finances and talent pool. The move comes on top of a push to bar Harvard University from enrolling international students as part of the president's battle with the school. The Trump administration has also paused new student-visa interviews while it prepares new measures to vet applicants' social-media accounts, according to a State Department cable. American universities significantly increased their enrollment of Chinese students in the years following the 2008-09 financial crisis, when many suffered budget shortfalls. Typically, Chinese undergraduates pay full tuition, a critical source of revenue for universities. One in every four international students comes from China, and Chinese students form a particularly large share of the student body at top U.S. schools. After they graduate, many assume key roles in U.S. science and engineering endeavors. A big decline in Chinese enrollment could severely cut into schools' bottom line and damage U.S. competitiveness, say U.S. experts. 'The economic costs are apparent," said Yingyi Ma, a sociologist at Syracuse University who studies international students in the U.S. 'The talent cost has even graver consequences." Scrutiny of students from China has intensified in the months since President Trump returned to the White House. In the past few months, Republican lawmakers have called for a halt to student visas for Chinese nationals as well as stripping them of access to national labs over national-security concerns. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday the U.S. will revoke visas of students, including those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields. Many Chinese students had already started looking elsewhere. For the past six years, the U.K. has been the most popular studying-abroad destination for Chinese students, according to a recent report by New Oriental Education & Technology Group. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman on Thursday condemned Washington's action as politically motivated and discriminatory. China was for years the No. 1 supplier of international students to U.S. universities. More international students now come from India than China, though China still sends the most undergraduates. That means China remains the largest buyer of education-related services, including spending on tuition and books, from the U.S., at $14.3 billion in 2023, 21% more than the $11.8 billion spent by students from India, and more than six times as much as students from South Korea, another major supplier of international students to the U.S. In 2023, education-related services made up 5% of U.S. services exports to the world, while they were 31% of service exports to China. Studies have shown that suspending visas for foreigners undermines U.S. innovation. In the 1920s, Congress introduced a country-specific quota system that cut immigration to the U.S. by more than 80%. As a result, fewer foreign scientists came to the U.S., which led to a sharp decline in inventions, according to research by New York University professors published in 2020. The damage persisted into the 1960s, their paper said. Suspicion has ramped up in particular around Chinese students studying science, technology, engineering and math, the largest chunk of Chinese students in the U.S., as the U.S. and China lock horns in an escalating competition over technological and geopolitical supremacy. Sen. Jim Risch (R., Idaho) in January characterized every STEM student from China as an 'agent of the Chinese Communist Party." A select House committee on China, which last week demanded information from Harvard about its partnership with Chinese entities, earlier this year asked six universities for information about the schools' Chinese graduate students in STEM programs, such as their alma maters and funding sources, and questioned their involvement in federally funded research. Student groups dispute a contention lawmakers have made, that Chinese STEM students rush to take their know-how back to China after graduation, saying that despite pressure they have faced, many go to great lengths to be able to remain. In 2023, 83% of the Chinese STEM graduates who obtained their doctoral degrees between 2017 and 2019 were still in the U.S., well above the average rate. Of the top 15 American universities by STEM programs that publish their international student profiles, Chinese students are the largest foreign student group at all but one university and make up nearly half at six. Steven Kivelson, a Stanford University theoretical physicist, in an April virtual event called China the single most important pipeline of talent. 'All of this is very much at risk now," he said. Write to Shen Lu at Liyan Qi at and Ming Li at
