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Tracking the ICE tactics used in Trump's mass deportation drive

Tracking the ICE tactics used in Trump’s mass deportation drive

Immigration enforcement operations have intensified in the United States since President Donald Trump assumed office, with the administration committing to an extensive deportation initiative. This initiative aims to implement what has been described as “the largest deportation programme” in the nation’s history. The strategies employed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies […]

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How climate change is worsening Pakistan's deadly floods

How climate change is worsening Pakistan’s deadly floods

In Pakistan, severe flooding has become increasingly common during the monsoon season, which typically begins in late June. This year’s floods resulted in over 1,000 fatalities and affected approximately 6.9 million people, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Resilience during such disasters often hinges on community action, illustrated by

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The dangerous weight-loss drug that went viral on Russian TikTok

The dangerous weight-loss drug that went viral on Russian TikTok

A weight-loss pill known as Molecule recently gained significant attention on Russian TikTok, being promoted with slogans suggesting users could “forget food exists.” The pill, often portrayed in clips alongside blue packaging, attracted many young users eager to share their weight-loss journeys. However, reports indicate serious side effects experienced by some users. Maria, a 22-year-old

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Tourism to Xinjiang booms as China gives the region a makeover

Tourism to Xinjiang booms as China gives the region a makeover

In recent years, Xinjiang has seen a significant increase in tourism, welcoming approximately 300 million visitors in 2024, a substantial rise from figures reported in 2018. This increase in tourism comes amid a backdrop of longstanding tensions in the region, known for its complex ethnic demographics primarily consisting of Uyghur Muslims and other Turkic-speaking groups.

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Shein accused of selling childlike sex dolls in France

Shein accused of selling childlike sex dolls in France

France’s consumer protection agency, the Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF), has submitted a report to authorities regarding the fast fashion retailer Shein. The report alleges that Shein was advertising products described as “sex dolls with a childlike appearance” on its website. The DGCCRF indicated that the way these items were

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