The Trump administration is contemplating imposing travel restrictions on citizens from several countries, including Pakistan, as part of a more extensive immigration crackdown, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. This internal memo lists Pakistan among 26 countries that could face a partial suspension of U.S. visa issuance if the government fails to address “deficiencies” in its vetting and security procedures within 60 days. Other countries in this category reportedly include Belarus and Turkmenistan. A U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, emphasized that the list is not yet final and may be revised before formal approval by the…
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When Pastor Landon Schott attended a school board meeting for Mercy Culture Preparatory Academy last week, he found the room filled with balloons and T-shirts. The celebratory shirts read: #1 school in Texas for least amount of vaccinations. Schott, who has more than 48,000 followers on Instagram, posted a video to congratulate all the families at the school who have chosen to “embrace freedom of health and they are not allowing government or science projects to affect how you live and lead your life.” State Rep. Nate Schatzline also shared the news with his over 17,000 followers on X. His…
Three months into 2025, the United States has surpassed the total number of measles cases in the country for all of last year. So far in 2025, there have been at least 308 measles cases reported in the United States, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2024, there were 285 measles cases. The high numbers are driven by a large outbreak in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Related article Health officials prepare for measles spread as disinformation threatens already low vaccination rates In the years since measles was declared eliminated in the US,…
Oppo has officially announced the launch date for its highly anticipated F29 series, set to debut on March 20, 2025, at 12 PM (local time) in India. The lineup includes two models—Oppo F29 and F29 Pro—both designed for durability, style, and high-performance features. Key features & specifications While Oppo has yet to reveal full spec sheets, the brand has confirmed several impressive details: Durability & design: Both the F29 and F29 Pro come with IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, ensuring water and dust resistance. They also support underwater photography and feature a 360° Armor Body for extra durability. Enhanced connectivity:…
China-based DeepSeek shook the world of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) early this year with the launch of its R1 model, a low-cost yet high-performance solution that posed a direct challenge to the dominance of OpenAI and other major players in the sector. Since late 2022, only a handful of AI assistants, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Anthropic’s Claude, and Google’s Gemini, had dominated the market, thanks to multi-billion-dollar investments in engineers, data centres, and cutting-edge AI chips. However, DeepSeek’s introduction of the R1 model, which it claimed cost just $6 million, upended the status quo. Powered by less advanced chips, the R1…
Apple is reportedly taking sleekness to the next level with the iPhone 17 Air, which is expected to be the thinnest iPhone ever—but possibly at the cost of high-end specifications. According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the upcoming iPhone will feature a remarkably slim 5.5mm body at its thinnest point. A recent leak from Ice Universe supports this claim and adds that the device’s camera bar will be 4mm thick, bringing the phone’s thickest point to 9.5mm. How thin is too thin? To put this into perspective, previous leaks had suggested the iPhone 17 Air would be around 6.25mm thick,…
SpaceX launched its Starlink satellite internet service in Niger, which marked a significant advancement in the country’s efforts to improve internet access. The announcement was made by Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, through a post on his social media platform, X. Musk stated, “Starlink is now available in Niger.” The arrival of Starlink in Niger comes at a time when the nation is grappling with considerable connectivity issues. A large portion of its population has struggled to access reliable internet services. By harnessing its satellite-based technology, Starlink offers high-speed, low-latency internet, which eliminates the need for traditional infrastructure such…
Holi, one of India’s most cherished festivals, witnessed a surge in digital celebrations this year as WhatsApp users discovered an innovative way to send personalised Holi wishes. In line with the festival’s vibrant traditions, which have been celebrated for centuries and are deeply rooted in mythology, people had embraced the modern trend of using digital stickers to wish their loved ones a joyous Holi. The process of creating and sending these custom stickers was simple and quick. Users opened WhatsApp on their phones and tapped on the Meta AI icon located at the bottom right corner of the screen. Once…
Joan Baez appeared on the debut episode of John Mulaney’s new Netflix talk show “Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,” and took the opportunity to speak her mind. The famed folk singer and activist paused Mulaney’s show “to set the context” that she finds herself in after the comedian asked her a question about her friendship with the late Martin Luther King Jr. “You said I could say anything I want out here,” Baez said, after receiving reassurance from Mulaney. “We’re all here to be silly and have fun, as long as we recognize the fact that our democracy is going…
Nikki Glaser is set to return as host of the first major awards show of the season, CBS and the Golden Globes announced on Thursday. Glaser, who made her debut as host of the Globes in January to positive reviews, expressed her excitement about returning to the helm the event once again. “Hosting the Golden Globes this year was without a doubt the most fun I have ever had in my career,” she said. “I can’t wait to do it again, and this time in front of the team from ‘The White Lotus’ who will finally recognize my talent and…
