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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has halted new H-1B visa applications for state agencies and public universities until May 2027, citing program abuse and the replacement of American workers. This move, influenced by MAGA sentiment and a conservative campaign, targets institutions relying on foreign talent, particularly from India, in fields like…

A fierce online debate ignited between Megyn Kelly and Kara Swisher over Swisher's comparison of Stephen Miller to figures like Heinrich Himmler. Kelly decried the remarks as dangerously extreme and potentially inciting violence. Swisher defended her critique of Miller's immigration policies, arguing for moral responsibility in government actions, sparking a…

Roland Steadham, a familiar face in South Florida and Idaho broadcasting, reportedly died Tuesday in a small plane crash in Idaho. It seems the accident occurred northwest of Boise on the Payette River. Deputies with the Gem County Sheriff’s Office responded before 11 AM after a report of the crash.…

Dubai is set to unveil the world's first Gold Street within its new Gold District, a comprehensive hub for the entire gold and jewellery value chain. This initiative aims to solidify Dubai's position as a global leader in gold commerce, attracting traders, investors and tourists by integrating retail, wholesale and…

A strong polar vortex moved across North America not long ago. Temperatures around Niagara Falls plunged below −20°C, far colder than usual. The mist from the waterfalls met the freezing air, and suddenly, ice began to coat everything. Cliffs, riverbanks, trees, rocks, and even sections of the Niagara River were…

British prime minister Keir Starmer playfully mimicked French President Emmanuel Macron's recent aviator sunglasses appearance at Davos. Starmer donned sunglasses and greeted the audience with "Bonjour," referencing Top Gun, to which Macron responded in the comments. Macron's sunglasses were later explained as a medical necessity due to a burst blood…

US President Trump announced another US "armada" is heading towards Iran, expressing hope for a deal amidst heightened regional tensions. This follows increased US military activity, with Iran issuing sharp warnings against any attacks originating from neighbouring countries. While diplomacy is mentioned, military options remain on the table.

US Representative for Minnesota's 5th congressional district Ilhan Omar, during a Townhall, was sprayed by an unidentified substance by a man, who was then tackled and restrained. The incident occurred amid rising tensions over federal immigration enforcement following the recent fatal shooting of a nurse and mother by federal agents…

Ancient Karnak arose from a topography moulded both by water and stone. For more than a century, excavations have concentrated on temples, walls, and inscriptions, while the ground beneath them has received little attention. A recent geoarchaeological investigation has shifted the focus. Researchers drilled dozens of sediment cores over Karnak…

Sea level rise has long been viewed as a concern of the future, discussed in abstract forecasts and maps. Nonetheless, population growth along the US shoreline has been rapid, particularly in low-lying areas. A new study combines these two patterns. Instead than asking who is at risk now, it looks…

An ICE agent threatened a legal observer in Minnesota, stating "if you raise your voice, I will erase your voice." This incident follows recent killings of US citizens by ICE and CBP agents, along with accusations of due process violations and family separations.