nationals lost their lives attempting to illegally enter Europe by boat, Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to launch a nationwide crackdown on human smuggling networks, The News International reported on Sunday.
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EU home affairs ministers met in Warsaw to discuss tackling irregular migration, with Donald Trump's tough tactics influencing the conversation. While some preferred a softer approach, Sweden's Anders Hall suggested a mix of "carrots and sticks," such as trade and visa measures, could work. The EU faces pressure to improve migrant return rates. Proposals include "return hubs" outside the EU, though concerns over legality and ethics remain. EU officials seek tailored solutions.
Meghan Markle's team reportedly considered a 'post-Harry divorce book,' as revealed in a Vanity Fair exposé that examines the couple's struggle for relevance post-royalty. The article also portrays Markle as difficult to work with and highlights the failure of their $20 million Spotify podcast deal due to a lack of viable content ideas.
Taiwan plans to cull up to 120,000 green iguanas due to their adverse impact on agriculture. Around 200,000 iguanas are in Taiwan's central and southern regions. With no natural predators and rampant reproduction, these iguanas damage crops. Special teams killed 70,000 last year, promoting humane methods and public assistance in identifying nests.
The US treasury imposed sanctions on over a dozen individuals and firms accused of helping ship Iranian oil to China. Targets included entities in China, India, and the UAE. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent criticized Iran for using oil revenues to fund nuclear and missile programs. President Trump reiterated the US's stance against Iran's nuclear ambitions, stating the country cannot have a nuclear bomb, and warned of severe consequences if Iran harms him.
Elon Musk reportedly helped release Italian journalist Cecilia Sala from an Iranian prison in January. His connections with Iranian diplomats and Donald Trump played a role in the negotiations. Sala was detained in December 2023 amid rising tensions between Iran and Italy. Her release was part of a possible prisoner swap involving an Iranian engineer held by Italy.
A US federal judge ordered the Trump administration to temporarily lift a funding freeze that halted USAID aid programs. The ruling responded to a lawsuit by health organizations affected by the freeze. The judge highlighted the lack of explanation for the blanket suspension, which disrupted aid networks and contracts. This decision temporarily allows funds to resume flowing to pre-existing contracts.
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Sunny Hostin sparked controversy by comparing the January 6 Capitol riot to the Holocaust and slavery, calling it one of the worst moments in American history. Her remarks on The View received significant backlash online, with some demanding her removal from the show.
​"Sorry, it's a lot of them," Hegseth said as he fumbled on Rex's name. But he did not actually forget the name. He just got stuck which he admitted and overcame. ​Out of the seven children, four are Hegseth's biological and three are his stepchildren. He shares one daughter with his current wife Jennifer and shares three other kids with his second wife Samantha Deering. Hegseth is a stepdad to Jennifer's three children.