3 things OPT employers should check as ICE announces crackdown on 10,000 foreign students

Immigration attorney Emily Neumann explained what F-1 students and OPT employers must know as ICE announced a major crackdown on this program. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced a major crackdown on foreign students working at the Optional Practical Training program, along with their studies, and said they uncovered a major fraud going on with […]

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announces birth of daughter Viviana

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, 28, has announced the birth of her second child, a daughter named Viviana, with her husband Nicholas Riccio, 60, a real estate developer.The couple, who have a 32-year age gap, also share a son, Nicholas “Niko” Riccio, who was born in July 2024.Leavitt shared the news on X, writing: […]

Saudi Arabia announces tough penalties for Hajj 1447 permit violations: Fines up to SAR 100,000 and 10-year entry ban | World News

Saudi Arabia announces tough penalties for Hajj 1447 permit violations. As preparations intensify for Hajj 1447 AH, Saudi Arabia has laid out a stringent penalty framework aimed at regulating pilgrim movement and preventing unauthorised participation. The Ministry of Interior’s latest announcement makes it clear that both individuals and facilitators who bypass permit rules will face […]

‘Closure deeply damaging’: Keir Starmer announces UK-France summit on restoring navigation in Strait of Hormuz

British PM Keir Starmer on Monday said the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is “deeply damaging” to global shipping and is worsening cost-of-living pressures worldwide, as Britain and France prepare to co-host a high-level summit this week.Starmer said the UK has already brought together representatives from more than 40 countries that share the […]

Putin announces truce with Ukraine during Orthodox Easter celebrations

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a temporary ceasefire with Ukraine for the duration of the Orthodox Easter holidays, the Kremlin said, after Kyiv also proposed a pause in hostilities.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said earlier this week that he had passed a holiday truce proposal via the United States, even as talks to end […]

Saudi Arabia, Russia 90-day visa-free travel begins from May 11: Ministry announces | World News

Saudi-Russia/Representative Image Starting May 11, citizens of Saudi Arabia and Russia will be able to travel between the two countries without a visa, marking a shift in bilateral travel access.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the visa exemption will come into effect as part of a broader agreement between the two countries aimed at […]

Dubai Taxi Fare Cut: Dubai announces 50% taxi fare cut, free parking – Check who is eligible for new RTA benefits | World News

Dubai RTA introduces 50% taxi fare discounts and parking fee exemptions for eligible residents / Image: file Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a new agreement to reduce daily transport costs for select residents, introducing 50 per cent discounts on taxi fares alongside exemptions from public parking fees.The initiative, revealed in early April 2026, […]

NASA announces nuclear-powered mission: Skyfall helicopters to reach Mars by 2028 |

The announcement that NASA plans to launch a nuclear-powered mission to Mars by 2028 signals a new era in the exploration of space by the human race. Over the years, Mars exploration has largely involved the use of chemical power, as well as solar power, which has its limitations in terms of speed and efficiency. […]

Twitchcon Security Upgrades: Twitch announces major security upgrades for TwitchCon after Emiru assault

Twitch has announced big changes to make TwitchCon safer after a serious incident last year. Popular streamer Emiru was assaulted at the event when a fan grabbed her without permission. This caused a lot of concern about safety at Twitch’s biggest streamer convention. The company says it wants all creators and visitors to feel safe […]

Australia announces travel ban on Iranians for 6 months amid Middle East tensions

Australia has announced a temporary ban on Iranian tourists, citing concerns over regional instability and the risk that visitors may not be able to return home.The move, announced by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, will prevent entry of Iranian nationals holding tourist visas for an initial period of six months.Officials said the decision is aimed […]