US Expands Social Media Vetting to More Visa Types

The US has extended social media screening to additional non-immigrant visa categories like H-3, K, Q, R, S, T, and U visas, enhancing security checks. While this move signals broader scrutiny, it is unlikely to significantly affect most Indian applicants

Ground Squirrels Use Snake Scent as Survival Strategy

California ground squirrels employ chemical camouflage by applying rattlesnake scent to their fur, confusing predators and reducing attack risks. This unique defense mechanism reveals nature's evolutionary ingenuity.

Trump Wants Iran Conflict Resolved in Weeks: Report

Former US President Donald Trump has reportedly informed his advisors that he aims to end the Iran conflict in the coming weeks, citing his past success in resolving eight other international disputes.

Pakistan's Rights Record Slammed at UNHRC Session

At the UNHRC, experts condemned Pakistan's human rights violations despite economic growth, citing enforced disappearances and labor abuses. Calls for international accountability were emphasized.

US-Iran War Sparks Global LNG Crisis, Asian Prices Surge 143%

The US-Iran conflict has severely disrupted global LNG markets, with prices surging 143% in Asia. Damage to Qatar's infrastructure and Strait of Hormuz closures could reduce supply by 35 million tonnes, forcing price-sensitive buyers to seek alternatives.

US VP Vance May Visit Pakistan for Iran War Talks

US Vice President JD Vance could travel to Pakistan this week for negotiations aimed at finding an off-ramp to the Iran conflict, as the Trump administration explores backchannel diplomacy with Tehran through regional partners.

J&K Vlogger's 14-Day Journey Through War-Torn Iran

Umar Iqbal, a 27-year-old travel vlogger from Jammu & Kashmir, recounts his perilous 14-day motorcycle journey across Iran as war erupted. He witnessed missile strikes, helped rescue efforts, and experienced profound Iranian generosity despite the conflic

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