The Trump administration is increasingly relying on the military to crack down on illegal immigration. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved sending up to 600 military lawyers to the Justice Department as temporary immigration judges to address the massive backlog of 3.5 million cases.
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A devastating landslide in Sudan's Darfur region has reportedly claimed the lives of around 1,000 people in the village of Tarasin. The Sudan Liberation Movement-Army appealed for international aid, describing the village as "completely leveled." The UN is mobilizing support, but access is challenging due to bad weather and ongoing conflict.
Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser, Md Touhid Hossain, stated that Dhaka is open to improved relations with New Delhi, emphasizing the need for mutual cooperation. He mentioned that there's no update from India regarding the extradition request for former PM Sheikh Hasina, filed after she fled Bangladesh in August 2024.
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has issued new rules clarifying corporate tax treatment for Free Zone businesses. The updated framework broadens qualifying activities, including more commodities and treasury services, and sets clear pricing standards. These changes aim to boost transparency, align with global tax norms, and support the UAE’s economic growth by preserving Free Zones’ tax benefits under stricter compliance.
Marco Rubio is stepping down from overseeing USAID, passing responsibilities to Russ Vought as the agency nears shutdown. Under Trump, USAID has been dismantled, with programs cut and functions absorbed by the State Department. Trump is also using a "pocket rescission" to allow allocated funds to expire, further reducing US spending on foreign aid.
Roblox has suspended voice and text chat features in Saudi Arabia and the UAE amid rising concerns over child safety. The move follows regulatory discussions and a Guardian investigation exposing serious safety lapses. With growing regional bans and legal action abroad, Roblox is enhancing Arabic moderation tools as it faces pressure to better protect its predominantly young user base.
Nepal is facing widespread digital disruption as the government's ban on unregistered social media platforms takes effect, impacting communication, education, and business. Thousands of young Nepalis are planning protests against the ban, which they view as a suppression of free speech and connectivity.