Harvard in talks with universities to host students hit by Donald Trump’s visa clampdown

Canadian Swimming Trials At the Canadian national swimming trials in Victoria, 18-year-old Summer McIntosh from Toronto set a new Canadian record in the women's 800-metre freestyle. Competing in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Saanich Commonwealth Place pool, she completed the race with an impressive time of 8:05.07. This achievement highlights McIntosh's talent and dedication in the sport. Full Article

The May jobs report showed positive results, with the US private sector adding 139,000 jobs and the unemployment rate steady at 4.2%, leading to a 1% rise in the stock market. In contrast, Tesla's stock fell 14% following the breakdown of the partnership between Trump and Musk, which had initially boosted shares by nearly 45%. Analysts predict further declines in Tesla's sales due to increased competition and potential losses from proposed tax credit changes, while...

During the fourth week of Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial, an emotional testimony from an ex-girlfriend known as "Jane" revealed that she was coerced into participating in prolonged sexual encounters with male escorts, facilitated by Combs, as recently as August 2024. Jane described feeling pressured and manipulated, struggling with the degrading nature of these "freak-offs," which were integral to her relationship with Combs and often involved drug use to cope. Prosecutors allege Combs used his...

A recent crackdown on boy racers in Invercargill revealed that only eight out of 161 vehicles stopped were roadworthy, with a concerning 33% deemed unfit for the road. Southland police expressed surprise at the high number of confiscated cars during the operation targeting antisocial driving behavior. This operation highlights significant issues with vehicle safety among certain drivers in the area. Full Article

Heavy snowfall in Victoria, with 63cm recorded at Mt Hotham, stranded over a dozen drivers and passengers overnight until rescue workers intervened. Victoria Police reported 13 rescues, with one individual suffering minor injuries from a vehicle rollover. Meanwhile, snow also blanketed parts of New South Wales, enhancing the ski season's start, particularly in Orange and other elevated areas, with ongoing snow showers expected throughout the weekend and into the coming week, especially in alpine resorts....

Gen Z's Economic MalaiseGeneration Z faces significant economic challenges, with nearly half feeling that future planning is “pointless,” according to a Credit Karma poll. Factors such as high unemployment rates for young adults, rising student debt, and increased reliance on buy now, pay later services contribute to their financial despair. Experts suggest that despite these difficulties, young adults should focus on investing early to harness the benefits of compound interest, while adopting a proactive financial...