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The White House has clarified that the new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa holders will only apply to new applicants and not current visa holders. President Trump’s announcement on Friday sparked chaos among companies and immigration lawyers, with many advising employees to return to the US before midnight on Sunday when the policy is … Read more
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has faced backlash after saying “law enforcement is a sickness,” sparking outrage in conservative and pro-police circles. The comment, made during a press conference about reducing violence in the city, was taken out of context by some, but others saw it as a critique of the system’s impact on communities. Johnson … Read more
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s recent comments have sparked outrage among residents and critics, with many accusing him of misunderstanding the city’s problems. Johnson stated that reducing crime requires eradicating law enforcement and police presence in the city. Critics argue that Johnson is misinformed about the root causes of Chicago’s issues. Many believe that poverty, lack … Read more
A team of researchers has found that small asteroids can suddenly explode when entering Earth’s atmosphere. According to a report published in Nature Astronomy, the asteroid 2023 CX1 exploded around 28 kilometers altitude, releasing all its energy at once. This new discovery highlights the importance of accounting for such “L-type” chondrites in planetary defense strategies. … Read more
US and Kenya teams will compete head-to-head in Saturday’s heats to secure a spot in Sunday’s men’s 4x400m final after both struggled to qualify. The teams, which have the same lineup, will run at 10:40 a.m. local time. Whoever wins will become the ninth finalist later on Sunday. South Africa was given a second chance … Read more
Scientists are weighing in on the potential risks of creating “mirror life” organisms, hypothetical beings made up of molecules that mirror those found in regular life. While some warn that these life forms could become an unstoppable force, spreading globally and choking out natural organisms, others argue that the dangers are overblown. On one hand, … Read more
Tyler Robinson, 22, is accused of fatally shooting right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, 31, who was speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10. The FBI is investigating the killing, which took place during a lecture by Kirk, and has said it will seek the death penalty. Robinson, who had been involved in online activity, was … Read more
Microsoft is struggling to maintain morale among its employees as the company faces constant rounds of layoffs. The company’s shift towards investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) has raised concerns about job security, with many fearing they might be replaced by machines. CEO Satya Nadella has admitted that he’s haunted by the story of Digital … Read more
Scientists are working on creating cells with molecules that mirror those found in nature. This concept is called “mirror life,” and it has sparked a debate about its safety and ethics. The idea of chirality, which refers to the handedness of molecules, was first observed by French chemist Louis Pasteur in 1848. Most living things … Read more