California university professor warns H-1B freeze will harm higher education, shares list of global scholars from Texas university

A California professor criticizes Texas’ H-1B visa freeze, arguing it jeopardizes higher education’s global competitiveness. He highlights renowned foreign-born scholars at UT Austin, emphasizing international talent’s crucial role in research and academic excellence. Restricting these pathways, he warns, could significantly weaken US universities’ long-term capacity and standing. Read More…

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‘Syringes and poison ivy’: Virginia nurse sharing videos for ICE ‘sabotage’ fired by VCU Health

A VCU Health nurse was terminated after viral videos showed her advising on methods to harm and incapacitate ICE agents. The nurse suggested using syringes with anesthetics and poison ivy in water guns, and spiking drinks with laxatives. VCU Health stated the content was inappropriate and did not align with…

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America’s burning town is quietly coming back to life after decades of destruction

Centralia, Pennsylvania, once a thriving town, now stands as a ghost town due to an unending underground coal fire. Decades of abandonment have allowed nature to reclaim the land. Grasses, shrubs, and young trees cover former neighborhoods. Insects, birds, and small mammals have returned. This unintended nature reserve shows life’s…

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Megyn Kelly says she doesn’t feel sorry for Alex Pretti, claims he was ‘looking to cause trouble’

Megyn Kelly faces widespread criticism for her lack of sympathy towards Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse fatally shot by federal agents. Kelly stated she doesn’t feel sorry for Pretti, arguing that interfering with law enforcement operations escalates danger. Her remarks have drawn sharp condemnation from across the political spectrum, with…

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Watch: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s snowstorm warning in Hindi goes viral

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s viral video shows him speaking Hindi during a severe snowstorm. The informal clip, captured during the January 2026 winter event, features Mamdani urging residents to stay informed. A brief, unscripted Hindi remark at the end resonated with viewers globally, sparking conversations about representation and…

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MAGA activist’s home raided in California; authorities find 100-foot tunnel, secret bunker and more

While probing a marijuana-related tip, Shasta County law enforcement stumbled upon a concealed underground bunker brimming with illegal firearms. This shocking find, tied to a controversial MAGA supporter known for questioning election results, included assault rifles and a massive haul of ammunition. Read More | Source: Times of India…

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Could the UK bring back mandatory military service? What happens if you refuse

Amid rising global tensions and a shrinking British Army, the idea of conscription has resurfaced in public debate, though ministers insist there are no plans to reinstate it. Experts suggest modern refusal would likely incur fines rather than imprisonment, with exemptions for essential workers and conscientious objectors. Polls show significant…

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Minnesota Guard hands out coffee to anti-ICE protesters after deadly federal shooting

Minnesota National Guard troops were seen distributing coffee and hot chocolate to anti-ICE protesters amid heightened tensions following a fatal shooting. Wearing reflective vests to avoid confusion with federal agents, their presence aimed to manage crowds and de-escalate the volatile situation, creating a striking contrast that fueled online debate. …

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‘Tobacco is responsible for America’s obesity and chronic illness’: RFK Jr. says cigarette giants engineered addictive foods

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asserts that tobacco companies, seeking new markets after facing smoking regulations, applied their “addiction science” to the ultra-processed food industry. He claims these companies engineered foods to maximize cravings and repeat consumption, contributing to America’s obesity and chronic disease crisis. This perspective shifts the focus from…

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‘Spent $3.25 million hiring H-1B workers’: Texas university draws backlash over foreign hiring and claims of ‘importing labour’

Texas A&M faces criticism for spending over $3.25 million on H-1B visas for hundreds of foreign workers, including non-teaching roles. Critics question this amid tech job pressures, while supporters highlight the need for specialized talent to maintain research and operations. The university’s spending is compared to UT Dallas, fueling the…

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US man responds to his own wanted poster, ‘flirts’ with police online for days before surrendering

In 2018, Anthony Akers, wanted by Washington authorities, turned a routine Facebook wanted post into a week-long online exchange. Commenting on the department’s notices with apologies, excuses, and humor, he delayed surrendering while engaging the public. Nearly a week later, he finally turned himself in, sharing a selfie outside the…

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This American town has been on fire for over 60 years, and could burn for another century

Centralia, Pennsylvania, once a thriving coal town, was slowly erased by an underground fire ignited in 1962. Decades of uncontrollable flames forced residents to relocate, leaving streets empty and homes demolished. The blaze still burns today, making the town a hazardous, eerie relic. Its abandoned roads, cultural myth, and Graffiti…

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Can extreme winter really cause trees to ‘explode’? The science behind the viral phenomenon

Across the world, winter’s sudden freezes trigger sharp, gunshot-like cracks in trees, known as frost cracking. While branches may fall, fully “exploding” trees are extremely rare. Experts stress most cracks are harmless and self-heal, and caution that some dramatic viral videos are staged or manipulated for virality, rather than showing…

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Who is Jigar Thakkar? The Indian-origin engineer now leading Amazon Quick Suite

Indian-origin tech leader Jigar Thakkar has been appointed Vice President of Amazon Quick Suite, spearheading Amazon’s agentic AI workspace. With a distinguished career at Microsoft, including founding engineering for Teams, and a recent role at MSCI, Thakkar brings extensive experience to this pivotal AI initiative. His appointment highlights the growing…

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