ICE opposed Subu Vedam's plea to immigration judges to consider the totality of his case, as he spent 42 years in prison for a murder that he did not commit. The verdict is not out and Subu Vedam continues to be in ICE custody after he walked free from prison earlier this month.
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King Charles III has stripped Prince Andrew of all royal titles and honours, a significant disciplinary action.  Andrew, formerly Duke of York, is now a private citizen, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. This move, driven by past scandals and public pressure, aims to protect the Crown's dignity and moral authority, effectively removing him from royal duties and public life.
Indian-American security expert Paul Kapur has been sworn in as the Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. Kapur, a former professor and author, will oversee US diplomatic engagement and strategic partnerships across a vast region. His appointment marks a significant development in US foreign policy for South and Central Asia.
Millions of Americans face food assistance cuts as the US government shutdown enters its fourth week. Air traffic controllers are preparing to miss their first paychecks, leading to widespread flight delays. While Medicare and Medicaid are currently unaffected, prolonged gridlock could strain healthcare providers.
Kamala Harris revealed her shock at losing the 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump, falling short by 200,000 votes. She also expressed concerns about Joe Biden's fitness for re-election, noting his shaky debate performance and her regret for not urging him to reconsider. Despite the loss, Harris remains open to a future presidential run.
Twitch star Mizkif faces serious allegations from ex-girlfriend Emiru, who accused him of emotional abuse and sexual assault.  While Mizkif denies assault claims, their public fallout led to his departure from the streamer group OTK.  Currently, both Mizkif and Emiru appear to be single, with no new relationships publicly confirmed.
A resurfaced clip of streamer Nina Lin has sparked outrage, showing her assistant allegedly being subjected to sexual acts despite objections. Viewers decry the incident as a double standard, demanding accountability. Lin denies wrongdoing, claiming the situation was taken out of context, further fueling criticism over consent and gender bias in streaming.
Irish comedy trio Foil Arms and Hog's Instagram sketch humorously reimagines the first meeting between an Indian emperor and English visitors.  The skit cleverly flips the colonial power dynamic, presenting a modern immigration interview scenario.  Viewers are praising the piece for its witty satire and ironic commentary on historical power plays disguised as polite conversation.
A Russian citizen has been detained in Moscow for allegedly transmitting classified military information to Ukrainian intelligence. The suspect, who reportedly visited Ukraine, is accused of sharing locations of Russian air defense systems via social media, which were allegedly used in strikes. This incident follows another detention in Siberia on similar espionage charges.
