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Ambar anxiously awaited her husband Jaen's release from an immigration facility in Manhattan, fearing he would be taken away in handcuffs. Despite her pleas, Jaen was detained by agents and faced expedited removal, raising concerns about the treatment of migrants during check-ins with immigration authorities. Jaen's lawyer indicated that he had pending asylum and parole requests, while Ambar and their daughter Aranza were left distressed and separated, reflecting the broader challenges faced by migrant families...

SummaryJames Kirkpatrick jnr, CEO of James Kirkpatrick Group, shares his ambitious vision for New Zealand's largest new warehouse hub, located on a 65ha site in Wiri. Initially met with skepticism by his father, who thought the project would be too challenging, Kirkpatrick's determination eventually won his father's confidence. The site, seen as a phenomenal location, marks the company's most significant investment in over 65 years of business. Full Article

YouTube channels and fake news websites are disseminating a multitude of false stories regarding Sassa grants and employment opportunities each month, as highlighted by Andrew Thompson. These hoaxes exploit vulnerable individuals, creating confusion, false hope, or panic among recipients. Despite being easily identifiable as fake, such misinformation has infiltrated public discourse and gained significant traction online, leading to widespread sharing and concern. Full Article

The Lebanese army announced that Israel rejected its proposal to inspect sites in southern Beirut to prevent air strikes, warning that ongoing ceasefire violations could jeopardize cooperation with the UN monitoring mechanism. Israel launched multiple air strikes on Beirut’s southern suburb and Ain Qana, marking a significant escalation in attacks, despite a ceasefire established in November 2024. The Lebanese military condemned these actions, stating that nearly 3,000 Israeli violations have occurred since the ceasefire, resulting...

Wise, a leading UK fintech, has announced its decision to switch its primary listing from London to New York, raising concerns about the diminishing number of publicly listed companies in the City. This move follows other recent departures, including Cobalt Holdings and Indivior, and highlights the challenges faced by London in retaining tech firms despite recent government reforms aimed at encouraging listings. The current landscape shows a significant imbalance, with takeovers outpacing IPOs and a...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings for Eid ul-Adha, emphasizing the festival's message of harmony and peace in society while wishing everyone good health and prosperity. Large crowds gathered at significant locations, including Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Delhi's Jama Masjid, to offer prayers as part of the celebrations. Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and animal sacrifices, reflecting faith and the...