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Shigeru Ishiba: The 'smile again' Japanese Prime Minister who voters frowned on
Shigeru Ishiba is set to resign as Japan's prime minister after a series of electoral defeats shook the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) hold on power. His tenure, marked by challenging trade negotiations with the U.S. and domestic economic struggles, saw the LDP lose ground to opposition parties.
'No one thought she was the type...': Coldplay kiss cam HR chief Kristin Cabot wild college party secrets explode
Kristin Cabot, who was spotted getting intimate with her then-boss Andy Byron during a kiss cam moment at a Coldplay gig in July, has allegedly lodged divorce papers against her husband. Amid the controversy, her college party days have re-surfaced and a former classmate said she gave off a very polished, confident vibe.
$63 billion in tax relief for America's seniors? Here's when the new changes in Social Security will begin
President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' enacted on July 4th, introduces a $6,000 tax deduction for seniors aged 65 and older, potentially exempting 88% from Social Security taxes. While offering immediate relief to middle and upper-middle-class retirees, experts caution about the bill's potential impact on Social Security's long-term solvency, projected to affect benefits by 2033.
Jackie Bezos, Jeff Bezos’s mother, dies: All you need to know about Amazon founder’s big family
Jackie Bezos, mother of Jeff Bezos and an early Amazon investor, passed away in Miami on August 14, 2025, at the age of 78, due to Lewy body dementia. She is survived by her husband, three children, 11 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Jackie played a pivotal role in Amazon's early success with a significant investment in 1995.
New green card rules for married couples strengthen immigration officials’ powers amid backlog; here’s how
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has updated its policy for family-based visa petitions. The update, effective immediately, aims to strengthen the evaluation process. It addresses eligibility, documentation, and interview procedures. The goal is to reduce fraud and ensure deserving families can unite in the United States. The update comes as USCIS faces a significant backlog of immigration cases.
The US fertility rate reached a new low in 2024, CDC data shows
U.S. fertility rate hits a record low of 1.6 children per woman in 2024, raising concerns after previously maintaining replacement levels. Despite Trump administration's efforts to boost birth rates, experts like Leslie Root suggest it's a fertility delay, noting continued population growth. CDC data reveals a 1% birth increase, totaling 3.
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Who is John Brennan? The CIA mastermind now accused of misleading America on Russia and Trump
Former CIA Director John Brennan, once a key figure in US counterterrorism, faces scrutiny over a declassified report alleging he misled the public about Russian interference in the 2016 election. The House Intelligence Committee challenges the credibility of the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment, placing Brennan at the center of controversy.
Surrogacy abroad: Legal pathways and challenges for Indian couples seeking parenthood beyond borders
Surrogacy laws in India are restrictive. NRIs and OCIs seek surrogacy abroad. They face legal and ethical challenges. Parentage establishment is a key legal hurdle. Indian missions abroad have inconsistent approaches. The United States is a reliable destination. Other countries like Greece and Mexico are options. Indian families look beyond borders for parenthood. Laws should enable parenthood.
Donald Trump’s Tax Bill: Who won and who lost
Larger standard deduction for seniors; tips and overtime pay exempted from income taxes. Provisions include limits to shrink cost and expire after 2028. Clean energy industries hit; a tax credit for solar panels and wind systems is quickly phased out; efficiency and home installation credits eliminated by year-end.
Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill unveiled: Tax cuts, mass deportations, child credit and more
The US Senate narrowly passed President Donald Trump's big tax breaks and spending cuts bills. The Senate approved President Trump's $4.5 trillion spending bill, extending tax cuts, increasing military spending, and funding border security. The bill is however expected to increase the debt of America and leave millions without healthcare coverage.
After decades in US, Iranians arrested in Trump's deportation drive
After living in the US for 47 years, Mandonna Kashanian, an Iranian woman, was detained by ICE while gardening at her home in New Orleans. Despite regularly checking in with immigration officials for decades, she now faces deportation amid heightened fears of targeted arrests of Iranians following US military actions.
Usha Vance's new life in Trump's Washington
Usha Vance, once a lawyer, is now the Second Lady. She has settled into her new life in Washington. She supports her husband, Vice President JD Vance. Despite her past, she embraces her role. She focuses on family and children. She is launching reading initiatives. Her influence on her husband is significant. She is navigating her transformation.
This is how NYC mayor candidate Zohran Mamdani met wife Rama Duwaji and fell in love. Here’s their love story
Zohran Mamdani has won the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo. Mamdani is the first Muslim and Indian American to secure this position. His personal life also became a subject of public interest. He is married to Rama Duwaji.
Why TikTok star Khaby Lame was deported by ICE in LA
Khaby Lame, the most-followed TikTok star globally, was briefly detained by U.S. immigration authorities in Las Vegas for overstaying his visa. The 25-year-old Italian-Senegalese influencer was granted voluntary departure and has since left the country. His detention sparked controversy after pro-Trump influencer Bo Loudon claimed credit for tipping off authorities. The incident underscores the sharpened edge of U.S. immigration policy under President Trump’s renewed crackdown and highlights the strange intersections of viral fame and politics.
Will Seema Haider have to leave India as Modi govt gives 48-hour ultimatum to Pakistani nationals after Pahalgam attack?
Following a terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, India has banned Pakistani nationals under SAARC visas, raising questions about Seema Haider, who entered India illegally and married an Indian. Legal experts suggest the ban may affect her status, though her marriage to an Indian citizen and pending citizenship application add complexity.
Married a US citizen or Green Card holder? Immigration officers now ask who woke up first, your favourite side of the bed
US Spouse Green Card: Marrying a U.S. citizen or green card holder no longer guarantees a quick path to residency as the process now involves longer wait times and increased scrutiny. These changes, attributed to Trump-era policies targeting marriage fraud, include thorough interviews and detailed documentation checks.
Green Card Marriages: Interviews, application process, financial disclosures — changes made by Trump administration
Green card applicants navigating these new rules must stay informed, seek legal guidance, and ensure thorough documentation of their marriages to avoid unnecessary delays or denials.
Husband defends Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown even after Peruvian wife’s arrest on honeymoon return
Bradley Bartel continues to support Trump's immigration policies despite his Peruvian wife, Camila Munoz, being arrested for overstaying her visa. Bartel remains unwavering in his political stance as Muñoz faces possible deportation. This situation has led to personal and public challenges for Bartel, highlighting the impact of strict immigration policies.
Why is Singapore worried about the increase in ‘sham marriages’ to foreign women?
Singapore is grappling with an increase in sham marriages, where Singaporean men marry foreign women in exchange for financial compensation, enabling them to secure residence or work permits. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) reported 32 such cases from January to September 2024, compared to just four cases the previous year. Authorities are ramping up efforts to tackle these illegal unions, which pose social risks, and are urging the public to report suspicious activity.
Apple TV+ Series Cape Fear: What we know about plot, cast, creative team and production
Javier Bardem will star in and executive produce the Apple TV+ series Cape Fear, based on John D. MacDonald’s novel The Executioners. The 10-episode series is executive produced by Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg and Nick Antosca.
Immigrants prepare for new Biden protections with excitement and concern
Roberto Garcia, who has been in the U.S. since 2009 and married to an American woman with three American children, has found new hope through a Biden administration program. This initiative, which allows certain undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens to legalize their status without leaving the country, offers a potential pathway to citizenship and eliminates the fear of deportation.
Indian-American couple sentenced to prison for forcing relative to work at gas station
A US court has sentenced Harmanpreet Singh to 135 months (11.25 years) in prison and Kulbir Kaur to 87 months (7.25 years) for coercing their relative, brought from India under false pretenses, to work at their gas station and store. They forced him into labor, confiscated his immigration documents, and subjected him to threats, physical abuse, and long hours for minimal pay. The couple also prevented his return to India and used coercive tactics, including marriage threats and physical violence, to control him over a three-year period until May 2021.
Pakistan urgently calls for return of Seema Haider's four kids, who travelled to India illegally
The National Commission for Rights of Children in Pakistan has urgently called for the repatriation of four children who accompanied their mother, Seema Haider, to India to marry her lover. Haider's husband, Ghulam Haider, remains in Pakistan. Seema and her children entered India illegally last year to be with Sachin Meena. Legal challenges arose, including Haider's arrest for visa violation and disputes over the marriage's validity.
What you need to know about America’s family-based Green Cards
The U.S. citizen sponsor starts the immigration process by petitioning on Form I-130 that is submitted to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). After that, the foreign national submits additional paperwork and either goes through "Consular Processing" or "Adjustment of Status” to receive a U.S. immigrant visa. Once the foreign national receives the immigrant visa he or she is given six months within which they must enter the U.S.
The path to British citizenship through marriage
Of all the visas available to non-UK citizens, the Spouse visa is one of the most restrictive, however, and officials require a high level of evidence to prove that relationships are genuine.
Band, baaja, baarat smoothens entry in US for Indian spouses
Marriage to a permanent resident in the US, be it a green card holder or a US citizen, does not mean that the India-based spouse can board the next flight. There is a waiting period involved and the first step is tackling the interview.
Concerns over new US immigration bill: South Asian groups
Senate bill limits options for US citizens to petition for family-based immigration for their siblings and adult married.
English tests for immigrant spouses fair, UK court rules
A Court has dismissed a legal challenge to a new immigration rule requiring people to be able to speak English before coming to the UK.
People bringing spouses to UK may need to pay bond: Report
The British government's move to toughen rules on migrants from outside the EU is not likely to go down well with immigrants from India.
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