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73-Year-Old Sikh Woman Deported After 30 Years in US: Allegations of Mistreatment During ICE Detention
Sep 26, 2025 02:27 am CST
A 73-year-old Sikh grandmother from Punjab was deported to India after living in the US for 30 years. Her lawyer alleges she faced inhumane treatment in detention, including being denied basic facilities like a bed and shower despite having had knee surgeries. Despite faithfully reporting to immigration authorities for over a decade and having no criminal record, she was among 131 deportees on an ICE-chartered flight as part of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
US Lawmakers Question Tech Giants on H-1B Visa Hiring Amid American Job Cuts
Sep 26, 2025 02:25 am CST
US Senators are investigating major corporations like Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft for hiring thousands of H-1B visa workers while simultaneously cutting American jobs. The inquiry comes as the Trump administration proposes raising visa fees to $100,000 and reforming the selection process to favor higher-skilled workers. Indian nationals currently represent 71% of H-1B visa holders, with major tech companies securing thousands of approvals in early 2025 while implementing domestic layoffs.
Elon Musk's xAI Signs Contract to Provide Grok AI Chatbot to US Federal Agencies Through 2027
Sep 26, 2025 02:24 am CST
Elon Musk's xAI has secured a contract with the U.S. General Services Administration to provide its Grok AI chatbot to federal agencies through March 2027. The deal offers Grok 4 and Grok 4 Fast models at 42 cents per organization, undercutting OpenAI's ChatGPT pricing. This agreement is part of the GSA's "OneGov Strategy" to standardize technology procurement and expand AI adoption across government operations, joining other providers like Meta, Google, and Anthropic in the federal AI ecosystem.
FBI Reveals Dallas ICE Office Shooter Conducted Extensive Pre-Attack Research on Immigration Facilities and Agents
Sep 26, 2025 02:22 am CST
The suspected gunman in the Dallas ICE office attack, Joshua Jahn, conducted extensive pre-attack planning including researching apps to track ICE agents and downloading lists of Homeland Security facilities, according to FBI Director Kash Patel. The shooting, which left one detainee dead and two injured, follows the recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, raising concerns about escalating political violence in the United States.
Italy's Prime Minister Meloni Faces Mounting Pressure Over Palestinian State Recognition
Sep 26, 2025 02:17 am CST
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faces intensifying domestic pressure as nearly 88% of Italians support Palestinian state recognition while her government maintains a cautious position. Despite growing protests and international movement toward recognition, Meloni has only recently indicated conditional support for Palestinian statehood, creating political tension as opposition parties accuse her administration of deliberately stalling on the issue.
Germany Invests €35 Billion in Space Defence Against Growing Russian and Chinese Threats
Sep 26, 2025 02:11 am CST
Germany has announced a €35 billion ($41 billion) investment in space defence capabilities by 2030 to counter emerging threats from Russia and China. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius revealed plans for comprehensive space security architecture including satellite constellations, ground stations, secure launch capabilities, and enhanced space surveillance systems to protect against adversaries who can disrupt, jam, and destroy satellites.
Meta Rolls Out Enhanced 'Teen Accounts' Globally for Facebook and Messenger Users
Sep 26, 2025 02:11 am CST
Meta has expanded its protective 'Teen Accounts' feature worldwide for Facebook and Messenger users aged 13-17, implementing additional security settings, content restrictions, and parental controls that cannot be removed without parental consent for users under 16, addressing growing concerns about adolescent social media usage and online safety.
NATO Articles 4 and 5: Understanding Alliance Obligations Amid Recent European Drone Incursions
Sep 26, 2025 02:03 am CST
This article explains NATO's critical Articles 4 and 5 in the context of recent drone incursions over Denmark that disrupted airports and targeted military installations. It details how Denmark is considering invoking Article 4 for consultation with allies, explains the difference between Articles 4 and 5, and outlines the collective defense obligations that form NATO's foundation. The piece provides essential context about similar incidents across Europe and the potential implications for international security amid growing tensions.
Iran Rejects US Nuclear Diplomacy Claims Amid Ongoing Tensions and Sanctions Threat
Sep 26, 2025 02:02 am CST
Iran's Foreign Ministry has labeled US claims of seeking diplomatic solutions to the nuclear dispute as deceptive, highlighting the contradiction between military actions and diplomatic overtures. As European powers prepare to reimpose UN sanctions, Iran questions the sincerity of negotiations while President Pezeshkian indicates openness to mutual compliance with frameworks despite Supreme Leader Khamenei's skepticism about talks with Washington.
US Confirms Non-Interventionist Stance on Kashmir: "A Direct Issue Between India and Pakistan"
Sep 26, 2025 01:59 am CST
A senior US State Department official has clarified America's position on the Kashmir issue, stating it remains a bilateral matter between India and Pakistan. While affirming President Trump would assist if requested, the official emphasized the US policy of non-intervention, despite Trump's claims of helping broker a ceasefire following India's Operation Sindoor in May. India continues to maintain that any resolution was achieved through direct military communications without US involvement.