Indian-American philanthropist Anil Kochhar and his wife Marilyn announced a major gift at North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles graduation. They will cover the final-year education loans for all 176 graduates from the 2025-26 academic year, saying the move honors his father’s legacy and gives students room to chase their goals without financial pressure.
A 51-year-old North Carolina man, Justin Newman, has been charged with kidnapping and statutory rape after authorities allege he transported a 15-year-old girl from Connecticut to his home. Investigators say the teen was reported missing before the move. Newman allegedly met her through a dating app, and he remains in custody as the case continues, with more charges possible.
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