Twenty US states, led by Maryland's Attorney General, are suing federal agencies over the Trump administration's dismissal of federal probationary workers. The states claim the mass firings are unlawful and will negatively impact state economies by increasing unemployment and reducing tax revenue.
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The Balochistan government, led by CM Mir Sarfraz Bugti, plans stringent action against government employees involved in anti-state activities. This includes surveillance and dismissal if they fail to promote national symbols in educational institutions. The move seeks to suppress activism and dissent in the region, drawing criticism from international human rights groups.
The FAA is probing a near midair collision involving a Delta Air Lines flight and a US Air Force jet near Reagan National Airport. The incident occurred as Delta flight 2983 took off while Air Force T-38 Talons approached for a flyover. Both flights received corrective instructions to avoid collision.
Jagmeet Singh, leader of Canada's NDP, strongly defended Canada's sovereignty in response to Donald Trump's idea of annexing Canada. Singh emphasized Canadians' pride and resolve to defend their nation. Trump suggested that merging Canada with the US would enhance national security and reduce financial burdens. Trudeau dubbed the proposition as 'provocative and absurd.'
The Canada Border Services Agency announced that hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail can no longer enter Canada directly via the trail and must use designated border checkpoints. This change affects the final segment of the trail into British Columbia. The new rules align with US policies and potentially add significant travel time for hikers.
The House has passed a bill, largely following party lines, to bar transgender women and girls from participating in school sports designated for female students. The bill faces a tough challenge in the Senate. Republicans argue it protects women's rights, while Democrats criticize it as an invasion of privacy and harmful to transgender children.
Bill Gates recounts his high school experience in his memoir 'Source Code', where he was turned down for prom by a popular classmate, Vicki Weeks. Despite his creative attempts to reach her, including dialing with his foot, he was ultimately unsuccessful but attended the event with another friend.
Vietnam's new "decree 147," implemented in December, tightens regulations on social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok, granting authorities increased control over online content. The decree mandates user account verification, data storage within Vietnam, and swift removal of posts deemed illegal. Critics argue it will further stifle free speech and dissent, as the government intensifies its crackdown on political content and citizen journalism, with social media companies facing... Expand
China is set to host Russia and Iran for trilateral discussions on Tehran's nuclear program this Friday. The meeting will involve senior foreign ministry officials from the three countries, focusing on the nuclear issue, lifting sanctions, and discussing regional and international developments.
Reports claimed that Kamala Harris did not extend any invitation for a formal sit-down or tour to the Vances. In November, Usha Vance reached out to the staff of the Second husband Doug Emhoff seeking details about the house -- on ways to childproof it as all three of Vance's children are under the age of eight.