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US proposes five-year social media checks for visa-free foreign travellers
American authorities have unveiled a proposal that would require foreign tourists from dozens of countries, including the United Kingdom, to provide a five-year record of their social media activity before entering the United States. The measure, introduced by Customs and Border Protection, seeks to significantly expand the personal information collected from travellers who qualify for the visa waiver programme. Forty-two countries currently participate in the programme, which allows short-te
US proposes five-year social media checks for visa-free foreign travellers
American authorities have unveiled a proposal that would require foreign tourists from dozens of countries, including the United Kingdom, to provide a five-year record of their social media activity before entering the United States. The measure, introduced by Customs and Border Protection, seeks to significantly expand the personal information collected from travellers who qualify for the visa waiver programme. Forty-two countries currently participate in the programme, which allows short-te
Texans divided over Trump’s immigration policies, new survey reveals
HOUSTON, Texas — A new statewide survey conducted by the University of Houston and Texas Southern University reveals that Texans remain deeply divided over former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. According to the findings, 51 percent of registered voters said they approve of the administration’s immigration approach, while 49 percent disapprove, reflecting an evenly split electorate on one of the state’s most politically charged issues. The survey highlights a
Texans divided over Trump’s immigration policies, new survey reveals
HOUSTON, Texas — A new statewide survey conducted by the University of Houston and Texas Southern University reveals that Texans remain deeply divided over former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. According to the findings, 51 percent of registered voters said they approve of the administration’s immigration approach, while 49 percent disapprove, reflecting an evenly split electorate on one of the state’s most politically charged issues. The survey highlights a
Trump Signs Historic 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into Law: Tax Cuts, Military Boosts, and Immigration Reforms
In a significant legislative move early in his second term, President Donald Trump signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" into law during a celebratory Fourth of July ceremony at the White House. The bill, hailed by Trump as a fulfillment of several key campaign promises, introduces wide-reaching tax cuts, substantial boosts to military spending, and increases funding for immigration enforcement. The legislation also includes controversial reductions to Me
Trump Signs Historic 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into Law: Tax Cuts, Military Boosts, and Immigration Reforms
In a significant legislative move early in his second term, President Donald Trump signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" into law during a celebratory Fourth of July ceremony at the White House. The bill, hailed by Trump as a fulfillment of several key campaign promises, introduces wide-reaching tax cuts, substantial boosts to military spending, and increases funding for immigration enforcement. The legislation also includes controversial reductions to Me
Ceasefire Broken: India Warns Pakistan After LoC Violations Post Operation Sindoor
On May 11, India issued a strong warning to Pakistan following a series of ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border, despite a ceasefire agreement reached earlier that day. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the Indian Armed Forces have been instructed to respond firmly to any further violations. This heightened alert comes in the wake of Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, as a counter-strike to the Apri
Ceasefire Broken: India Warns Pakistan After LoC Violations Post Operation Sindoor
On May 11, India issued a strong warning to Pakistan following a series of ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border, despite a ceasefire agreement reached earlier that day. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the Indian Armed Forces have been instructed to respond firmly to any further violations. This heightened alert comes in the wake of Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, as a counter-strike to the Apri
Operation Sindoor: Civilian Flights Suspended at 32 Airports Due to Security Concerns
In a significant move reflecting the ongoing military and diplomatic tension between India and Pakistan, the Ministry of Civil Aviation announced on Saturday that 32 airports across northern and western India have been temporarily closed for all civilian flight operations until May 15. The Airports Authority of India (AAI), in coordination with relevant aviation authorities, issued a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) that officially suspend civil aviation activity at these airports, effective
Operation Sindoor: Civilian Flights Suspended at 32 Airports Due to Security Concerns
In a significant move reflecting the ongoing military and diplomatic tension between India and Pakistan, the Ministry of Civil Aviation announced on Saturday that 32 airports across northern and western India have been temporarily closed for all civilian flight operations until May 15. The Airports Authority of India (AAI), in coordination with relevant aviation authorities, issued a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) that officially suspend civil aviation activity at these airports, effective
India neutralises high-explosive Pakistani drones targeting civilians in Punjab
In the early hours of the morning, around 5:00 a.m., Pakistani forces launched several Byker YIHA III kamikaze drones across the International Border, targeting the densely populated city of Amritsar in Punjab. The aggressive act was clearly aimed at causing maximum disruption and potential harm to civilian areas. However, the Indian Army's Air Defence (AAD) system responded swiftly, successfully detecting and neutralising the aerial threats within seconds of their entry into Indian airspace
India neutralises high-explosive Pakistani drones targeting civilians in Punjab
In the early hours of the morning, around 5:00 a.m., Pakistani forces launched several Byker YIHA III kamikaze drones across the International Border, targeting the densely populated city of Amritsar in Punjab. The aggressive act was clearly aimed at causing maximum disruption and potential harm to civilian areas. However, the Indian Army's Air Defence (AAD) system responded swiftly, successfully detecting and neutralising the aerial threats within seconds of their entry into Indian airspace
7 Jaish Terrorists Killed in Infiltration Bid at Jammu's Samba Border
In a significant counter-terror operation, seven suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were shot dead by the Border Security Force (BSF) while attempting to infiltrate India through the Samba sector in Jammu and Kashmir along the International Border, sources confirmed early Friday. The failed infiltration bid occurred as tensions between India and Pakistan escalated dangerously following Operation Sindoor and Pakistan’s retaliatory missile and drone attacks. Acc
7 Jaish Terrorists Killed in Infiltration Bid at Jammu's Samba Border
In a significant counter-terror operation, seven suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists were shot dead by the Border Security Force (BSF) while attempting to infiltrate India through the Samba sector in Jammu and Kashmir along the International Border, sources confirmed early Friday. The failed infiltration bid occurred as tensions between India and Pakistan escalated dangerously following Operation Sindoor and Pakistan’s retaliatory missile and drone attacks. Acc









