College Sports Policy: The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act in a 77-22 vote, aiming to rein in athlete pay and transfers and give the NCAA new authority, with the bill now headed to the House. Campus Safety & Accountability: U.S. prosecutors reopened a Cornell University fraternity gang-rape investigation after a civil lawsuit, with the district attorney saying they may file criminal charges. Student Life & Admin Errors: Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union sent a college-wide voting email for a March election that had already closed, then apologized and clarified next steps. Higher Ed Access & Rights: Karnataka High Court ordered Karnataka State Law University and Seshadripuram Law College to complete admission for a transgender law student and provide hostel, financial aid, and basic facilities. Protests & Student Welfare: Iranian university students protested compulsory hijab, fees, and poor campus welfare; authorities and Basij reportedly moved in to suppress the rally. Local Higher Ed Projects: Cumberland Council is set to decide on Carlisle’s £85m university campus plan, including a long lease at peppercorn rent for key city-center sites. Technology in Learning: MIT researchers warn of “cognitive surrender” as students increasingly rely on AI tools, raising concerns about critical thinking and confidence. Health & Care: A family alleged delayed emergency care after a patient died at Ernakulam Government Medical College Hospital, prompting an internal inquiry. Student Support & Belonging: A grief-focused university essay reflects on how sudden loss fractures student life and routines.