One hundred and twenty teenagers from across US states and territories are competing in Ohio at the Patriot Games 2026, vying for $125,000 university scholarships through athletic and military-style bootcamp challenges.
US President Donald Trump attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner, three months after the event was postponed due to a shooting outside the original venue. The dinner, now held at the Waldorf Astoria under heightened security, aims to celebrate press freedom and raise funds for journalism scholarships, despite ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the media over press access and freedom.
US President Donald Trump attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner, marked by heightened security after a shooting incident in April, amidst ongoing clashes with the media over press freedom and access.
Michael Dell has donated $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin, one of the largest gifts to a public university. The funds will support a new healthcare and research campus, featuring an AI-native hospital, scholarships, and advanced computing infrastructure.
Hot Delight, ridden by Vincent Ho, won the Class Two Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships Handicap, solidifying his Classic Series contender status. Meanwhile, Ricky Yiu achieved his 1,100th Hong Kong win, and trainers Dennis Yip and Mark Newnham also secured doubles.
Securing top study abroad scholarships requires more than grades; it demands years of dedicated profile building, deep issue engagement, and a compelling narrative. Experts advise starting 1-2 years prior, focusing on impact and intent, and crafting authentic essays.
Lewis Hamilton's Mission 44 foundation, launched five years ago with a £20m investment, has helped 550,000 young people globally and 50,000 in STEM and motorsport areas. The scholarship programme, partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, has seen all 13 students complete their masters with eight now working in Formula One. This year the programme expands to 12 students, widening eligibility to include women and those from lower income backgrounds.
Consumer advocates and education experts are warning college students about the risks of seeking scholarships on social media platforms like TikTok, citing a rise in scams as college costs climb and federal loan options become more restrictive.
