The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University’s Mock Trial Team delivered an impressive performance at the prestigious Capitol City Challenge, earning a second-place finish among sixteen top law school teams from across the country.

In amNewYork, Pace Haub Law Professor Bennett L. Gershman examines the tragic and mysterious death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, raising serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the case and the broader implications for justice, accountability, and due process.

Haub Law Professor Bennett Gershman speaks with Newsweek on the legal complexities surrounding the death of refugee Nurul Amin Shah Alam, noting it would be extremely difficult to pursue homicide charges given the lack of clear evidence establishing responsibility.

In USA Today, Dyson Professor Melvin Williams discusses the rise of “vaguebooking,” explaining that indirect or cryptic social media posts often reflect discomfort with direct conflict. Williams notes that while conflict is inevitable, many people turn to passive forms of communication rather than developing stronger conflict-resolution skills.

In New York Magazine, Professor Gershman comments on Jeanine Pirro’s potential rise within the Justice Department, raising concerns about prosecutorial independence, political influence, and public trust.

Pace Energy and Climate Center Executive Director Michael Hamersky speaks with The Footprint on New York City’s use of renewable diesel, noting it may serve as a short-term bridge but warning that its environmental benefits depend heavily on sourcing and could delay the transition to cleaner energy.

The Wall Street Journal reports on the rising number of law graduates receiving testing accommodations on the bar exam, pointing to broader changes in how higher education supports students with disabilities. The story references Pace University’s accessibility model as part of this shift toward more student-centered accommodations.

Dyson Professor Seong Jae Min writes a piece in The Korea Times on the rise of “gukppong”—a media-driven surge of national pride tied to global attention on Korean culture—warning that reliance on external validation can distort identity and obscure more balanced self-reflection.

CHP Professor Christen Cooper tells Prevention that moderation is key when it comes to indulgent foods, emphasizing that occasional treats can fit within a healthy diet and suggesting alternatives like baking or air frying.