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Media Monitor: Poynter Recounts Chaotic Week as Judge Blocked Trump's White House Press Ban

Poynter reports a federal judge ordered CNN, MS NOW and Politico credentials restored after Trump banned them, but journalists say the White House delayed compliance for hours.

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Governor Spanberger Marks Dolly Day, Celebrates Parton's Reading Legacy

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger marks Dolly Day by celebrating Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which serves more than 86,000 children in the Commonwealth and has delivered three million books.

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Could AI Be a U.S.-China Uniter? Harvard Gazette Highlights Furman on the Race With No Finish Line

Harvard Gazette newsletter spotlights Jason Furman on a race with no finish line, shared safety concerns and where dominance matters, plus cancer research and teacher isolation.

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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Trump-Xi Summit, Netanyahu's U.N. Address and Rising Mortgage Rates

NPR reports Trump hosted Xi Jinping for a two-day summit, Netanyahu faced U.N. walkouts, and the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate topped 7% for the first time in over a year.

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Media Monitor: Nor'easter, Rising COVID-19 Activity and Dolly Parton Day Top USA TODAY Briefing

USA TODAY reports a nor'easter is set to hit New England, COVID-19 wastewater activity is rising in several states, and communities nationwide are marking Dolly Parton Day.

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George Mason University Announces Fall for the Book, Flu Vaccine Clinics, and AI Teaching Credential

George Mason University's fall lineup includes Fall for the Book literary festival, flu vaccine clinics across three campuses, a new Teaching with AI credential, and upgraded recreation facilities.

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Social Security Administration Alerts Nebraska Residents to Local Office Status Change

The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Nebraska has changed, and points users to online services for most business.

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Social Security Administration Alerts Virginia Offices of Operational Status Change

The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Virginia has changed, and points recipients to online services for most business.

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Social Security Administration Alerts Wisconsin Residents to Change in Local Office Status

SSA says the operational status of Wisconsin Social Security offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points recipients to online services for most business.

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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Louisiana Offices

The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Louisiana has changed, and directs the public to check online status and use digital services.

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Media Monitor: Meta Unveils Muse Hardware Push, Google Tests AI Chips in Orbit

The Rundown AI reports Meta's Connect 2026 event centered on its viral Muse agent, including a new keychain device called Charm and AI glasses integrations, while Google announced plans to send AI chips to space.

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Media Monitor: NPR's Code Switch Newsletter Signs Off After Eight Years

NPR's Code Switch newsletter is ending after eight years, with host Leah writing a farewell edition that reflects on covering race and identity and on the quieter forms of racism.

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Media Monitor: WSJ Opinion Warns of Xi's Taiwan Push, Trump-Press Clash

The Wall Street Journal's editorial board says China's Xi Jinping wants Trump to shift the U.S. position on Taiwan, while a judge blocked Trump from removing journalists.

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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports Pentagon Seeks $30.3 Million for AI-Enhanced Lie Detector Program

MIT Technology Review reports the Pentagon wants $30.3 million over five years for "Polygraph+" lie detection using AI and standoff sensing, amid leak investigations and expert skepticism.

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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports Transplanted Hearts Adopt Recipient's Biological Age

MIT Technology Review reports new research on transplanted hearts in mice and humans suggests donor organs adopt the biological age of recipients, casting doubt on organ-replacement theories of rejuvenation.

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Teevens Center Expands Role in Student Wellness at Dartmouth

Dartmouth's Teevens Center broadens its student wellness mission, while conductor Filippo Ciabatti keeps the music flowing and a professor's "Three Box Solution" framework draws attention.

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