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Forbes 30 under 30 list includes 14 former Duke students

By Isabelle Doan and Bre Bradham | November 15, 2017

When Forbes released its 30 under 30 list for 2018, 11 former Duke students found themselves among the ranks of innovators across a variety of fields, ranging from energy to games. The annual 30 under 30 list includes 600 "young stars" under age 30 in 20 different industries. The Chronicle looked at why the 11 former Duke students were selected.

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'Everyone is tired of the conflict': Film screening explores Rohingya crisis

By Daniel Egitto | November 15, 2017

A major human rights issue worlds away was flung into the foreground at a film screening and discussion Tuesday.

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POLITICO reporter Daniel Lippman discusses Trump, journalism at talk Monday

By Ben Leonard | November 13, 2017

President Donald Trump’s crusade on “fake news” and the real news media is fake, a prominent Washington insider said Monday.

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Professor Peter Feaver to testify in front of Senate committee regarding nuclear weapons

By Staff Reports | November 13, 2017

Peter Feaver, professor of political science and public policy, will testify in front of the Senate Foreign Relations committee Tuesday.

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'There’s so much news': 10 questions with POLITICO reporter Daniel Lippman

By Bre Bradham | November 13, 2017

On Monday, Daniel Lippman, co-author of POLITICO’s morning newsletter “Playbook” and a Washington reporter for the media organization, was on campus to talk with students about the current state of Washington politics and the media landscape. The Chronicle interviewed him that morning about recent events in national politics and how some Duke alums were involved. The interview has been edited for length and clarity.

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'No one in higher education will benefit': Graduate students react to tax reform bills in Congress

By Stefanie Pousoulides | November 12, 2017

Proposed tax cuts at the federal level could have financial consequences for graduate students at Duke.

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Duke alum Justin Fairfax, Lt. Gov. elect of Va., reflects on his commitment to service

By Claire Ballentine | November 12, 2017

Justin Fairfax’s path to career success wasn’t always an easy one, but help from family and mentors opened new doors for him. Now he’s working to provide others with the same chances he had.

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Duke to redirect funding from the Bull City Connector for University shuttle downtown

By Bre Bradham | November 10, 2017

For years, Bull City Connector buses have traversed Durham’s Main Street, offering fare-free transportation from Duke’s campus to the heart of the city.

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Duke alum Stephen Miller interviewed in Mueller probe

By Staff Reports | November 10, 2017

Stephen Miller, Trinity '07 and a senior policy advisor to President Donald Trump, has been interviewed by special counsel Robert Mueller, according to a report by CNN.

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Conservative columnists discuss conservatism, Republican Party at Sanford talk

By Bill McCarthy | November 8, 2017

During a panel discussion Wednesday, two prominent conservative columnists said President Donald Trump has flipped the traditional conservative script and left Republicans with questions about the party’s new identity.

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Reince Priebus, former White House chief of staff, will visit Duke

By Staff Reports | November 8, 2017

Reince Priebus, former White House chief of staff, is slated to speak at Duke next month.

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Spirits high for Schewel in mayoral election win, Ali despite loss

By Bre Bradham and Sarah Kerman | November 8, 2017

On election night Tuesday, Steve Schewel jumped ahead with an early lead over Farad Ali when the early vote numbers came in and did not relinquish his advantage for the rest of the night—ending the mayoral race with nearly a 20-point margin of victory and giving Durham its first new mayor in 16 years.

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IMF executive director talks Chinese financial sector, renminbi

By Xinchen Li | November 7, 2017

The executive director for China at the International Monetary Fund discussed the importance of governmental mitigation and marketization in China's efforts to internationalize its financial sector at a seminar Tuesday.

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Durham elects Steve Schewel as next mayor

By Jake Satisky | November 7, 2017

After 16 years under Bill Bell, the city of Durham has a new mayor.

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The Chronicle's guide to voting in Durham

By Adam Beyer | November 6, 2017

It’s Election Day in Durham! Voters across the city will be heading to the polls to participate in the municipal elections.

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Former Duke linebacker wins national ‘Best Principal of the Year’ award

By Claire Ballentine | November 3, 2017

Akil Ross came to Duke in 1998 with dreams of playing in the National Football League. Although he never made it pro, he recently rose to the top ranking in his current career field when he was named National Principal of the Year.

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Despite fewer total campaign contributions, Schewel outpaces Ali with Duke employees

By Sarah Kerman | November 2, 2017

Individuals affiliated with the Duke community have invested over $2,800 into Durham's mayoral election in September alone.

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To be Frank: Former congressman reflects on his visit to Duke, career in Congress

By Likhitha Butchireddygari | November 1, 2017

Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank entered Congress before most Duke students were born.

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Mayoral candidates Ali, Schewel talk gentrification, Duke's role in Durham at on-campus event

By Ann Gehan | October 31, 2017

Mayoral candidates Farad Ali and Steve Schewel visited campus Tuesday to talk with students before the upcoming election.

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U.S. Rep Schiff reflects on Russia investigation, Trump's use of executive power

By Stefanie Pousoulides | October 31, 2017

Speaking to a sold-out crowd at Penn Pavilion Monday, U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) connected recent developments with the investigation into Russia's interference in the 2016 election to President Donald Trump's campaign and said the government's checks and balances are being removed "brick by brick."