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Kalshi to launch prediction market for admission rates at Duke, other top schools
Oct 23, 2026, 1:55 AM What will Duke’s admission rate be this year? Soon, you’ll be able to bet on it with Kalshi. This article is copyright Duke Student Publishing Company, Inc. If you are seeing this message, it is likely you are viewing an unauthorized reproduction. According to a recent government filing, the prediction market platform will soon launch new markets on Duke’s 2026-27 admissions rate as well as the number of total applicants the University receives.
Curated Clinical Uses AI To Bring Community Voices Into Clinical Trials
Allison Mathews, PhD, is the Founder of Curated Clinical, a Clemmons, NC startup blending global experience in clinical trials with crowdsourcing and AI analysis to improve clinical trial access and experiences for underserved communities. With a trackable engagement platform, Curated Clinical CEO Allison Mathews believes the brainstorming process for community-based health intervention solutions can become much more efficient and effective.
At Durham community gathering, residents demand Duke contribute more to city
Sep 21, 2026, 3:18 AM Over 150 people gathered Saturday in Durham’s historic Hayti neighborhood to demand Duke make further financial contributions to the Durham community through an additional minimum wage increase and payments to the city. The daylong Durham Dreams: Worker and Community Convening event was hosted by a collaboration of workers unions and community groups, including Durham Rising and the Union of Southern Service Workers. Duke quickly became a large focus for attendees.
Trump administration finds Duke School of Medicine racially discriminated in admissions
Sep 10, 2026, 7:45 AM The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights found Duke’s School of Medicine to have intentionally discriminated against white and Asian applicants in its admissions practices. The office announced the finding in a Tuesday press release, with further details provided in an emailed letter to Dr. Mary Klotman, dean of the School of Medicine and executive vice president for health affairs.
Duke professor Dan Ariely seeks political office in Israel with Pirate Party
Sep 8, 2026, 3:29 AM Dan Ariely, professor of business administration in the Fuqua School of Business, is running for political office as part of the Pirate Party of Israel, The Jerusalem Post reported Monday. Ariely, an Israeli-American, is listed third out of 25 candidates on the Pirate Party’s list for the Knesset, Israel’s legislature.
Duke pulled back on DEI for over a year. That didn’t stop the federal scrutiny
When the U.S. Department of Justice announced last Thursday that it found Duke Law School had discriminated against white and Asian applicants in its admissions practices, it could be seen as just another step in the Trump administration’s national crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Justice Department finds Duke Law discriminated based on race in admissions
Aug 7, 2026, 12:15 AM The U.S. Department of Justice found Duke Law School to have intentionally discriminated primarily against white and Asian students in its admissions practices. The Department announced the finding in a Thursday press release, with further details provided in a letter to Duke’s outside counsel from Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, head of the department’s Civil Rights Division.
He told patients he was a doctor. They're still suffering from his procedures
Two women underwent cosmetic procedures at a Miami medical spa, trusting they were in good hands. The spa's owner, a fellow Italian, had told them he was a doctor, verified by friends who adored him. Nearly a year later, both Miami women are still recovering from what they've alleged to medical authorities as botched treatments.
Looking into cosmetic surgery? Here's how to research a doctor or surgeon
Before seeking any cosmetic procedure, patients should do their due diligence on the practitioners they are trusting with their lives, South Florida medical malpractice lawyers advise. Don't know where to start? The state of Florida offers several databases where patients can check on the histories of doctors and their practices.
“Parecía el apocalipsis”: rescatistas de Miami describen sus esfuerzos en Venezuela Original
El jefe de Miami Fire-Rescue, Robert Hevia (segundo desde la derecha), habla mientras los miembros de su departamento, que se desplegaron a Venezuela tras los devastadores terremotos gemelos, fueron reconocidos por la alcaldesa Eileen Higgins y la Comisión de la Ciudad por su labor el jueves 9 de julio de 2026. Resumen generado por IA y revisado por nuestra redacción. Lea nuestra política de IA.
‘It looked like an apocalypse': Miami rescuers describe their efforts in Venezuela
On the evening of June 26, city of Miami Assistant Fire Chiefs Christopher Diaz and Gerardo Rodriguez received a call. Within four hours, they and 77 other Miami-based first responders were ready to deploy to Venezuela, where they would spend the next eight days searching for survivors among the rubble. “Everyone was there for one purpose: to save a life,” Diaz said.
‘It looked like an apocalypse’: Miami rescuers describe their efforts in Venezuela
On the evening of June 26, city of Miami Assistant Fire Chiefs Christopher Diaz and Gerardo Rodriguez received a call. Within four hours, they and 77 other Miami-based first responders were ready to deploy to Venezuela, where they would spend the next eight days searching for survivors among the rubble. "Everyone was there for one purpose: to save a life," Diaz said.
Duke’s upcoming tuition increase exceeds that of most of its peers
As students return to Duke this fall, they will notice an increase in the sticker price of their education, one that is higher than most of their peers. Duke’s Board of Trustees approved a 4.95% increase in the undergraduate cost of attendance in February, pushing the total price tag up to $96,597 for students not on financial aid.
Scammers preying on you? Here are key steps to avoid becoming a scam victim
Americans lost a staggering $3.5 billion last year in imposter scams. Scammers can convince victims they are under criminal investigation and need to pay a big fee to avoid arrest, pose as a charity or investment opportunity or pretend they are a family member demanding assistance in a crisis. These schemes can last months or even years, and with AI making it easier to forge documents and photos, it’s harder to spot what’s real and what isn’t.
How falling for a fake FBI probe led Florida man to lose quarter of a million Original
When Alan Zimbler first received a call from someone claiming to be a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent, he did what any exasperated recipient of multiple scam calls a day would do: Hang up. But then, the “agent” called him again. “Why would they call me back unless it’s real, you know?” said Zimbler, 68. More than 10 weeks after that March 30 phone call, Zimbler found himself the victim of a sophisticated government-impersonation scam — and $250,000 poorer.
Scammers preying on you? Here are key steps to avoid becoming a scam victim
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Scammers preying on you? Here are key steps to avoid becoming a scam victim
Americans lost a staggering $3.5 billion last year in imposter scams. Scammers can convince victims they are under criminal investigation and need to pay a big fee to avoid arrest, pose as a charity or investment opportunity or pretend they are a family member demanding assistance in a crisis. These schemes can last months or even years, and with AI making it easier to forge documents and photos, it's harder to spot what's real and what isn't.
How falling for a fake FBI probe led Florida man to lose quarter of a million
When Alan Zimbler first received a call from someone claiming to be a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent, he did what any exasperated recipient of multiple scam calls a day would do: Hang up. But then, the “agent” called him again. “Why would they call me back unless it's real, you know?” said Zimbler, 68. More than 10 weeks after that March 30 phone call, Zimbler found himself the victim of a sophisticated government-impersonation scam — and $250,000 poorer.
More children leave US as parent deportations continue
MIAMI - Cristina, 7, walked steadily into Miami International Airport holding the hand of her 3-year-old sister and a giant teddy bear. "God is good," read the white, cubed beads attached to her pink and blue shoes.
‘It’s heartbreaking.’ More children leave U.S. as parent deportations continue
Cristina, 7, walked steadily into Miami International Airport holding the hand of her 3-year-old sister and a giant teddy bear. "God is good," read the white, cubed beads attached to her pink and blue shoes. On Wednesday morning, eight children from three families boarded a flight to reunite with their family members in Guatemala. Three are U.S. citizens, and, for most of them, the nearly three-hour flight to Guatemala City would be their first time on a plane.
Duke braces for impact of federal loan caps on graduate students
Starting next month, the Trump administration will impose new limitations on graduate federal loans, leaving Duke’s graduate schools and prospective students in uncertain financial territory. The new regulations, coupled with provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, radically upend the current borrowing system for graduate students.
Duke finalizes student insurance after initial draft criticized for limited abortion coverage, provider options
When Duke announced last month that it would switch student health insurance plan carriers from Blue Cross Blue Shield to Aetna, some students were caught off guard. Alongside the announcement, an initial draft of the Aetna plan was published, which raised concerns for both graduate and undergraduate students about whether their healthcare options would now be more limited.
Miami-Dade private school ignored signs of predatory security guard: lawsuit
Devoun Cetoute, Milena Malaver, Ella Moore Sat, June 13, 2026 at 8:14 PM UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A Miami-Dade family seeks $20 million after a 17-year-old was allegedly groomed and sexually assaulted by a school security guard.
Miami-Dade private school ignored signs of predatory security guard: lawsuit
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Miami-Dade private school ignored signs of predatory security guard: lawsuit
A 17-year-old girl has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after being sexually assaulted by a security guard at her Miami-Dade private school, according to a lawsuit filed last month in which her family is seeking $20 million in damages from the school and its security company. The teen began attending My Life My Power Alpha International Preparatory Academy in January.
Miami-Dade private school ignored signs of predatory security guard: lawsuit
A Miami-Dade family seeks $20 million after a 17-year-old was allegedly groomed and sexually assaulted by a school security guard. A 17-year-old girl has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after being sexually assaulted by a security guard at her Miami-Dade private school, according to a lawsuit filed last month in which her family is seeking $20 million in damages from the school and its security company.
Encontraron una clínica de cirugía plástica en Miami a través de las redes sociales. Las dos personas fallecieron Original
Kenly Millán Aponte, de 35 años y madre de dos hijos, viajó desde Kentucky a una clínica del área de Miami para someterse a un mommy makeover (un conjunto de procedimientos estéticos para recuperar la figura tras el embarazo). Endrys Martínez Jr., de 19 años, viajó desde Tennessee a la misma clínica para una rinoplastia que deseaba desde hacía mucho tiempo.
They found a Miami-area plastic surgery clinic through social media. Both died
Kenly Millan Aponte, 35, a mother of two, traveled from Kentucky to a Miami-area clinic to have a “mommy makeover.” Endrys Martinez Jr., 19, traveled from Tennessee to the same clinic for a long-desired rhinoplasty. They both found the surgical center, Svelta Plastic Surgery, formerly known as Seduction Cosmetic Center, through social media. They died within a month of each other due to complications from their procedures.
‘No somos ganado’: pasajera denuncia humillación en MIA porque le dijeron que era demasiado grande
Linda Hyde presentó una queja ante Southwest Airlines después de afirmar que un agente de facturación de equipaje de la aerolínea, en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Miami el 21 de mayo de 2026, cuestionó si ella cabría en un solo asiento y le sugirió que comprara otro boleto debido a su tamaño. Linda Hyde, miembro del programa Rapid Rewards de Southwest Airlines desde 2014, abordó su vuelo de Southwest el 21 de mayo en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Miami (MIA) sintiéndose humillada y furiosa.
‘We’re not cattle.’ Southwest passenger at MIA told she’s too large for seat
Linda Hyde, a Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards member since 2014, boarded her Southwest flight on May 21 at Miami International Airport humiliated and angry. For the first time in her career, which requires traveling by plane at least six to seven times a year, she had been asked if she could fit into one seat. The Southwest agent’s inquiry was the result of a new Southwest Customer of Size policy implemented in January 2026.
South Florida dogs are getting high from THC exposure
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South Florida dogs are getting high from THC exposure
Randy Salazar was walking around a neighborhood in West Miami with his 3-year-old white Siberian Husky when he noticed that Frosty had something in his mouth. Salazar quickly tried to pull it out, but Frosty had already swallowed it. The pair finished their walk, but later that evening, Frosty was flinching, and his legs were wobbly when he tried to get off the couch.
‘An impossible deck of cards’: Durham City Council begins budget planning amid decrease in property tax revenue
May 20, 2026, 3:56 AM Durham City Manager Bo Ferguson presented the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget amid what he described as “unprecedented” times at Monday’s Durham City Council meeting. For the first time in recent history, the council will construct a budget while contending with a decrease in property tax revenue from the previous year. Ferguson entirely attributed the loss to a “one-time factor”: major commercial properties successfully appealing their property taxes.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Pinecrest officer cleared in shooting that starts at gas station and ends in chase
Ella Moore, Brittany Wallman The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office has cleared a Pinecrest police officer involved in a shooting last summer that began in a Pinecrest gas station, led to a police chase and ended 20 miles later with a controversial police maneuver. And as the suspect fled, the officer fired nine shots into a moving vehicle, something the department generally prohibits.
Pinecrest officer cleared in shooting that starts at gas station and ends in chase
The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office has cleared a Pinecrest police officer involved in a shooting last summer that began in a Pinecrest gas station, led to a police chase and ended 20 miles later with a controversial police maneuver. And as the suspect fled, the officer fired nine shots into a moving vehicle, something the department generally prohibits.
Student Affairs restores Duke SJP chapter's status, OIE determines Instagram post did not violate policy
News | University | The Chronicle Apr 28, 2026, 3:38 AM Duke’s Students for Justice in Palestine chapter was unsuspended from organizational activity on Friday after Student Affairs lifted a previously imposed status restriction and funding freeze. The move came after the Office of Institutional Equity separately determined that an Instagram post by the group — which had been reported for alleged antisemitism — did not warrant an investigation nor violate University policy. “...
‘Immensely disappointed’: Student organizations criticize end of Black Student Alliance Invitational
The Black Student Alliance and 13 other student organizations sent a joint letter to Duke administrators Friday morning criticizing the end of the Black Student Alliance Invitational and outlining demands to reemphasize the University’s commitment to its Black students.
Inaugural DSG ‘Devil’s Dresser’ event provides free professional attire to students
Apr 20, 2026, 4:06 AM After emailing over 1,200 people for donations, “hours of tabling” and four car trips, Duke Student Government presented 655 pieces of clothing for students to peruse and select for its first-ever “Devil’s Dresser” event Tuesday. Senior and outgoing DSG president Tara Singh described the Devil’s Dresser as the organization’s biggest project of the session.
There can be no liberal arts at Duke, without the arts
In March, one of my peers, Jasmine Fan, published an article titled "At Duke, we are not getting a liberal arts education". She argued that Duke’s claim of delivering a well-rounded liberal arts curriculum falls short in comparison to other top universities. The consequence of such an unstable system? One that allows students to fill burdensome distributional requirements with “easy A” classes.
The Class of 2029’s first year: All the reporting from The Chronicle’s annual survey
Editor's note: This landing page will be updated over the next week as future stories in the series are published. This is The Chronicle’s ninth year of surveying the first-year class. Below are all our articles on the Class of 2029. The Chronicle has also collected coverage on the Class of 2028, Class of 2027, Class of 2026, Class of 2025, Class of 2024, Class of 2023, Class of 2022 and Class of 2021.
Who is the Class of 2029? Methodology, limitations and summary statistics from The Chronicle’s survey
Editor's note: This story is part of a series about the Class of 2029 based on a survey conducted by The Chronicle in January and February 2026. Read the rest of our survey coverage here. The Chronicle is releasing survey data about the Class of 2029. For the ninth consecutive year, The Chronicle surveyed first-year students about their lifestyles, demographics, plans at Duke and more.
Duke Players’ ‘in a word’ asks: what if we cannot move on from grief?
From March 26 to 29, Duke Players’ Spring Mainstage show “in a word” made a quaint home of Brody Theater’s black box: a crib strewn with children’s clothes, a baby’s cushion chair patterned with smiling suns and sleepy moons, a Winnie-the-Pooh plush toy in the corner and colorful letters on the wall that spelled TRISTAN. A heartwarming child’s room — for a child who is long gone.
Transfer students support Duke's rising focus on transition resources, still notice support gaps
The choice to transfer schools is not easy. With Duke’s rising transfer student enrollment, students say the least the University can do is facilitate a smooth transition. Last May, Duke admitted nearly 50% more transfer students than in previous years, aiming to roughly double its enrolled class size. The University has also partnered with Durham Technical Community College to guarantee Duke admission for select community college students pursuing associate’s degrees in engineering.
As DKU's future hangs in the balance, Duke leaves questions unanswered
In December 2025, former Executive Vice Chancellor of Duke Kunshan University Denis Simon received a letter. A China scholar of forty years, Simon had been teaching a graduate seminar at Duke on Chinese science and technology policy. The letter said the course would not be continuing. Budget constraints, it explained. But Simon knew the money was there — $9,500, sitting in an endowment.
Chronquiry: Why is a statue missing at the Duke Chapel entrance?
At its dedication on June 2, 1935, six statues lined the entrance of the Duke Chapel. Then, in 2017, the statues became five after Duke University President Vincent Price removed one — a statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
Despite decrease in NIH grants, School of Medicine sees positive signs for future federal funding
Duke School of Medicine leaders are cautiously optimistic about the school's financial footing, even as it received roughly $78 million less in federal research funding than at this point in the fiscal year before the Trump administration took office. Administrators said in a Friday webinar that National Institutes of Health grants to the University are resuming following the government shutdown in the fall and that it had since resumed staff hiring, moving away from a prior cost-cutting measure.
Roy Cooper champions himself as affordability candidate at Durham rally
Apr 13, 2026, 4:10 AM Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper headlined a rally in Durham on Thursday, promoting his run for U.S. Senate alongside other Democratic elected officials. Cooper, who is running for the Senate seat being vacated by retiring Republican Sen. Thom Tillis, spoke after two hours of speeches all emphasizing the same three ideas: Cooper is for affordability, health care and combating corruption. “North Carolina can't afford any more excuses.
Duke admissions outlines post-affirmative action strategy, AI limits and transfer push
Duke’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions, along with the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences transfer team, outlined a slew of admissions priorities in a presentation to Arts & Sciences Council Thursday, just nine days after the office admitted its Class of 2030. Kathy Phillips, interim dean of undergraduate admissions, told council attendees that the office looks to “support the faculty,” and keep the “goal of the University in mind” through the students they admit.
Duke halts Black Student Alliance Invitational, students warn of impact on enrollment
For the first time since the 1980s, Duke’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions will not host the Black Student Alliance Invitational. Current students say the decision was made without their input and worry it could hurt Black enrollment. BSAI introduced prospective first-years to Duke from a Black perspective.
Kaitlyn Williams, Belton Moore named Young Trustee nominees
Apr 10, 2026, 2:08 AM Trinity senior Kaitlyn Williams and Belton Moore, a master’s in business administration and public policy candidate, were selected by the Young Trustee nominating committees and President Vincent Price as Duke’s next undergraduate and graduate/professional Young Trustees, respectively.
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