public services
20 US States Challenge Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee: Impact on Healthcare and Education
Dec 13, 2025 09:53 am CST
Twenty US states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, arguing it's illegal and threatens essential public services. Led by California, the lawsuit claims the policy bypasses required rulemaking processes and would worsen critical staffing shortages in education and healthcare sectors, where H-1B professionals play vital roles. The controversial fee affects a program that serves as a key pathway for skilled foreign workers, particularly in technology, medicine, and academia.
New York Billionaire Supermarket Owner Opposes Mamdani's City-Run Grocery Store Plan After Historic Mayoral Win
Nov 06, 2025 03:41 pm CST
New York billionaire John Catsimatidis strongly criticized newly-elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to establish city-run grocery stores aimed at providing affordable food options. Mamdani, the first Muslim and youngest person in a century to lead NYC, won with over 50% of votes on a platform including grocery affordability initiatives and his "Tax the Rich" policy to fund public services.
Government Shutdown Blame Divided Between Republicans and Democrats According to New Poll
Oct 09, 2025 10:54 pm CST
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals Americans hold both Republicans and Democrats responsible for the ongoing government shutdown, with 67% blaming Republicans and 63% blaming Democrats. As federal services face disruption with one-third of workers on unpaid leave, 49% of Americans worry about potential delays in critical services like Social Security payments while political leaders continue positioning for advantage ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Fatal Clashes Erupt as Morocco's Gen Z Protests Against $35 Billion World Cup Investment
Oct 02, 2025 03:14 pm CST
Two deaths reported as Morocco's youth-led protests intensify against the government's $35 billion World Cup preparations while demanding better public services, healthcare, and education. Growing civil unrest has resulted in over 1,000 arrests as the GenZ212 movement gains momentum through social media mobilization.
Over 5,00,000 Protest In France Against Macron's Austerity Policies
Sep 19, 2025 12:58 am CST
French protesters were on Thursday staging a day of nationwide disruption in a show of anger over President Emmanuel Macron's budget policies, with mass protests expected, transport chaos and clashes between police and demonstrators.