Happening in the nation: Ann Donnelly, a federal judge in New York, carried out an emergency ruling preventing the removal of people with refugee applications, valid visas, and “other individuals…legally authorized to enter the United States” from the US. She explained that Trump’s executive order risks “substantial and irreparable injury” to those targeted. (BBC) Happening […]

Happening in the nation: According to many climate experts, the drought in California is nearly over. Record-setting rain and snowfall throughout California have replenished the state’s reservoirs and rivers in recent months. For the first time in more than a year, none of the state is designated as being in “exceptional drought.” (CNN) Happening in […]

Happening in the nation: A team of biologists at the Salk Institute has shown that, despite 90 million years of evolution between the species, human stem cells can be implanted into the embryo pig. A friend confesses to me that this was how he was born. (National Geographic) Happening in NYC: In response to the […]

Happening in the nation: Producer and actress Mary Tyler Moore passed away on Wednesday at the age of 80. Moore was a pioneer in the industry, well-known for starring on “The Dick van Dyke Show” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.” (Washington Post) Happening in NYC: Mayor Bill De Blasio joined majors of “sanctuary cities” across the country […]

Happening in the world: Trump plans to sign executive orders allowing the construction of his Wall on the US-Mexico border today. This is one of his first actions as the president addressing his ferociously anti-illegal immigration platform that he emphasized during his campaign. (The Washington Post) Happening in NYC: New York Mayor Bill de Blasio revealed […]

Happening in the nation: President Trump has pulled the U.S. out of the talks for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). The movement towards negotiations began with President Obama’s desire to improve trade policy, but President Trump has ended said negotiations, wanting to support the growth of American jobs. (The Atlantic) Happening in NYC: Have you been wondering […]

Hello dear readers! This semester, Bwog is redesigning Bwoglines, in order to make this feature more relevant to the Columbia student experience. We hope you’ll enjoy our new format! Happening in the nation: Surprisingly, Donald Trump spent his first presidential day accusing journalists of being “the most dishonest human beings on Earth” as he insists […]

Hello dear readers! This semester, Bwog is redesigning Bwoglines, in order to make this feature more relevant to the Columbia student experience. We hope you’ll enjoy our new format! Happening in the nation: Within hours of his inauguration, United States President Donald Trump signed his first executive order, directing the government to scale back Obama’s legacy […]

While you may not be completing your resolutions, Bwog sure is with our new and refurbished Bwoglines. We’ll bring news from the world and from your area to you, our faithful reader, or should I say “Mr./Mrs. 212, Manhattan Borough, to Mr./Mrs. Worldwide.” Happening in the world: Joaquín Guzmán Loera, also known as El Chapo, […]

New Year, new Bwoglines! This semester, we’re redefining Bwoglines to make them better than ever. Each morning, you’ll find international and local news as well as what’s happening around campus so you can stay informed with as few clicks as possible. Happening in the world: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg defended NATO’s continued relevance after President-Elect Donald Trump […]

Before you head to class (or if you’re already in your 8:40– yikes!), check out our improved Bwoglines. Get a taste of what’s happening somewhere else, right here in NYC, and right-right here on campus.  Happening in the world: President Obama cut short Chelsea Manning’s sentence with 3 days left in his presidency. Manning, a […]

Ready or not, here it comes: the new semester! With the new year comes changes, and Bwog has decided to change up Bwoglines for 2017. Bwoglines will give you a taste of international and NYC news along with interesting events happening on campus.  Happening in the world: A suspect has been captured by the police for being involved in the terrorist attack […]

It looks like we might be getting our first snow! The NYC metro area is expected to see some flurries this afternoon. It’s time to put on those Canada Goose coats! (Weather.com) President-elect Donald Trump is speaking openly about his disapproval for the C.I.A.’s investigation into possible Russian ties to the election. Despite Trump’s attacks, both […]

Upon assessment, CIA decided that Russia, finding Trump to be much friendlier than Hillary Clinton, had assisted Trump’s ascendency to The Oval Office. (The New York Times) Famous Youtuber, PewDiePie claimed that Youtube is sabotaging his channel and undermining his popularity because he is white. (Buzzfeed) However, he regretted his promise to delete his channel […]

Members of the New York City Council’s Black, Latino, and Asian Caucus sent a letter to the chairman of the City University of New York, arguing against Governor Andrew Cuomo’s statements that CUNY administration has not been financially responsible. (New York Times) After Donald Trump tweeted negative things about the union which represents Carrier, in Indiana, […]