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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) received 10.9 million filings in FY 2023 and completed more than 10 million pending cases – both record-breaking numbers in the agency’s history. The agency’s end-of-fiscal year (FY) 2023 data says USCIS reduced overall backlogs by 15 per cent this year. Among USCIS’ record number of case completions […]
Finland’s flagship airline Finnair has joined the growing list of world airlines who are weighing passengers on their flights just as their luggage is weighed. Finnair said the move, which will be done on a voluntary basis through May, is designed to improve balance calculations that will enhance flight safety. “Finnair will collect data by […]
A baby girl died in the United States’ Missouri after her mother reportedly put her into an oven for a nap instead of a crib. The incident came to light earlier this week when Kansas City Police responded to a report of a one-month-old baby not breathing. The infant was pronounced dead at the scene. […]
Fraught with fear, six-year-old Hind Rajab made a desperate call to the Palestinian Red Crescent. She made a desperate attempt to leave the city in a car with her aunt, uncle, and three cousins to escape Israeli forces. “I am so scared,” she reportedly said on the phone. “Call someone to come get me, please.” […]
Canada has decided to increase the tenure of the ban on foreign home buyers for two more years to address the matter of housing affordability for its own citizens. It means the bank will impact non-Canadian resident Indians too. The development could discourage Indian investors who may now look elsewhere. They might turn to European […]
India strongly denied the allegation levelled by Canadian agencies of ‘interference’ and marked India as a ‘foreign interference threat’ that could potentially interfere in Canada elections and said that the core issue has been Ottawa’s “meddling” in New Delhi’s internal affairs. According to Canadian media reports, the country’s federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference is […]
Americans are not happy with President Joe Biden’s handling of the economy. Acording to polling averages, nearly 60% disapprove of it. Meanwhile, Trump’s ratings on economic matters are considerably better. The gap in perceptions augurs ill for Biden’s chances of winning the presidential election in November, especially since voters rank the economy as the most […]
Researchers from Chicago University have uncovered the intricate method by which the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infiltrates the nucleus of a cell. The research team, led by Arpa Hudait and Professor Gregory Voth, utilized advanced computer simulations to observe the behavior of the HIV capsid, a protein shell that encases the virus’s genetic material. This […]
Islamabad – Former Pakistani Prime Minister and PTI Chairman Imran Khan has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in the cipher case. His close aide and former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has also been sentenced to the same term. The special court’s verdict is a major setback for Imran Khan, who is hoping […]
A fresh diplomatic storm is brewing between Britain and the United States over the cherished beverage tea after a US scientist claimed the perfect cup of tea is made with a pinch of added salt. Michelle Francl, who has written a book on the molecular science behind a good cuppa, believes the addition is needed […]
The 96th Academy Awards nominations have been officially revealed, setting the stage for Hollywood’s most prestigious event scheduled to take place in Los Angeles on March 10. Among the noteworthy highlights are the surprising snubs of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig for their contributions to Barbie, as well as the absence of Leonardo DiCaprio in […]
Islamabad and Tehran engaged in a tit-for-tat exchange of airstrikes targeting suspected militant hideouts, raising concerns about a potential regional conflict. Pakistan launched “highly coordinated and specifically targeted precision military strikes” against “terrorist hideouts” in Iran’s Sistan-o-Baluchistan province on Thursday, a day after Iran attacked Jaish al-Adl, a Pakistani Baloch militant group, within its territory. […]
Deep within the emerald embrace of the Amazon rainforest, a staggering secret has been unearthed – a vast network of pre-Hispanic cities, the largest and oldest ever discovered in this verdant realm. This lost civilization, slumbering for over 2,500 years, paints a vibrant picture of an advanced farmer society far exceeding previous preconceptions of the […]
After a dramatic shift in market fortunes, Microsoft has dethroned Apple as the world’s most valuable company, marking a significant victory in the ongoing tech rivalry. This historic moment, fueled by concerns about Apple’s iPhone demand and Microsoft’s AI dominance, came to pass on Friday, January 12th, 2024. While Apple’s stock saw a modest increase […]
A passenger onboard an Air Canada flight jumped off the plane before it took off for Dubai. The passenger boarded the aircraft at Toronto Pearson International Airport but later opened the cabin door instead of sitting on his seat. He fell 20 feet to the tarmac and sustained injuries after the incident. The Peel […]
French President Emmanuel Macron has chosen his Education Minister Gabriel Attal, 34, as the new prime minister, in a move seen as an attempt to revive his flagging popularity and prepare for the upcoming European parliament elections in June. Attal, who is France’s youngest and first openly gay prime minister, is a loyal supporter of […]
“Oppenheimer” and “Succession” emerged as the major victors of the evening, securing numerous accolades each. In the realm of film, Christopher Nolan’s monumental creation, “Oppenheimer,” clinched the title of Best Motion Picture (Drama), while Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things” triumphed in the category of Best Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy). Turning to television, “Succession” claimed the […]
Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke, 21, made history as the youngest MP in New Zealand since 1853 when she was elected to Parliament in October 2023. A video of a young New Zealand parliamentarian went viral as she delivered her first speech, performing the ‘Maori haka’ or to honor her indigenous roots. She also made waves on social media […]
The central bank authority of Zimbabwe intends to double the standard interest rate to a whopping 190%. The monetary policymakers plan to handle inflation through the highest world interest rate. Persistence Gwanyanya, a member of the monetary policy-making committee, explained the intention behind the move. They wish to achieve a positive real interest rate to […]
Global warming. Heat wave. The planet is warming up. Imminent catastrophe. How often have we heard these terms? And what do we do about it? We sit in the comfort of ACs and air coolers, either at our home or gather together in a convention center using air conditioning to thrash out ideas. And in […]
