International

United States President Donald Trump abruptly ended trade talks with Canada via his social media platform, Truth Social, due to Canada’s Digital Services Tax. The tax, active since last year with retroactive effect from January 1, 2022, will start affecting companies from June 30, 2025, notably impacting major US tech firms and e-commerce platforms. The…

A recent NBC News Decision Desk poll of 19,410 adults found that the majority of Americans are displeased with President Trump’s management of tariffs and global trade. The survey conducted online from May 30 to June 10 showed that 60% disapproved of his handling, with 45% strongly disapproving and 15% somewhat disapproving, aligning with an…

In Japan, concerns rose over possible animal-to-human transmission after a vet died from the SFTS virus. He treated a cat with the virus in Mie prefecture, developed symptoms, and passed away despite being hospitalized. An autopsy didn’t reveal the typical tick bite that spreads SFTS, prompting questions about the infection source. The JVMA urged its…

The USDOT aims to streamline the process for automakers and tech firms to deploy autonomous vehicles sans conventional controls like steering wheels and pedals. Stakeholders were informed that the department will ease reviews of exemption requests from safety regulations mandating these features. This change is vital as purpose-built autonomous vehicles typically don’t include traditional components.…

The White House denied inviting Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, to the recent Washington Military Parade, refuting claims from South Asian media outlets. A spokesperson clarified that no foreign military leaders were invited to the parade, which marked the 250th anniversary of the US Armed Forces and coincided with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday,…

The USCIS July Visa Bulletin includes positive updates for Indian Green Card applicants. While EB-1 and EB-2 categories have the same Final Action Date, EB-3 is moving forward by a week. F2A is advancing by eight months, and the FAD for F4 is speeding up by a few weeks in the family-sponsored category. In family-sponsored…

Russian forces conducted a major aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying 367 drones and missiles, resulting in 13 fatalities, including three children in Zhytomyr. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges the U.S. to denounce the attacks and implement additional sanctions on Russia. Ukraine’s air force downed 266 drones and 45 missiles, causing damage in regional centers like Kharkiv,…

Despite holding a valid Green Card, deportation could not be prevented. In Puerto Rico, a woman encountered immigration issues with her PERM approved. Upon forgetting her original travel permit during a trip, her husband sent a scanned copy for re-entry assurance. Regrettably, the immigration officials rejected the scanned copy, leading to her deportation with minimal…

Many passengers on Singapore Airlines Flight 321 still struggle with trauma from severe turbulence a year after the incident, the South China Morning Post said. The Boeing 777 en route from London to Singapore faced violent turbulence on May 21, 2024, leading to an emergency landing at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. The turbulence caused a British…

China’s Communist Party introduced rules to curb government waste, banning expensive items like alcohol and gourmet dishes during work meals, and prohibiting lavish flower arrangements. The measures, prompted by economic challenges such as the US trade war and slower growth, also include restrictions on seeing off guests at airports. The State Council issued austerity guidelines…