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The United States has implemented new visa requirements for visitors applying for F, M, and J non-immigrant visas, including mandatory disclosure of social media handles and public access to those profiles. The new rules, effective immediately, aim to enhance national security and improve the visa vetting process. This move joins
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As the standoff between Democrats and Trump's federal agents escalates, it's becoming clear that physical presence and direct action are emerging as key strategies in the fight for democracy and the rule of law in the United States. In early June, New York City Comptroller Brad
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Despite being suspended from MasterChef last year, food presenter Gregg Wallace is carving out a new career as a personal trainer. The 60-year-old launched a health and wellbeing site three years ago after losing five stone, and has now seen success with his one-to-one coaching sessions. Wallace claims he is
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In a digital native's bid for New York City mayor, Zohran Mamdani has leveraged his charisma and aesthetic sensibilities to craft a visually compelling campaign that has inspired voters to create their own videos in support. By adapting his message about making the city more affordable to social
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The Gilgit-Baltistan region has witnessed a tightening of security measures ahead of the sacred month of Muharram, with cases filed against four individuals for posting controversial content on social media. The region's chief minister has directed authorities to ensure foolproof security for Muharram processions and majalis, with prominent
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Former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli is a social media sensation with an enormous following on Instagram. His page receives 274 million views, making him one of the highest-paid athletes globally. According to the Kroll Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2023, Kohli's brand value stands at USD 227.
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Israeli intelligence services, specifically the Mossad and Unit 8200, are employing social media platforms to recruit spies and gather intelligence from Iranian citizens, according to Iranian security officials. Iranian authorities claim that Unit 8200 has intensified its operations across Persian-language social media channels and messaging apps since the war between
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In a shocking revelation, Dubai's glamourous facade has been ripped apart to expose a disturbing trend of exploitative, degrading events known as "Porta-Potty" parties. Young models and influencers are being lured with promises of tens of thousands of pounds, luxury gifts, and lavish hotel stays, only
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Social media platforms, particularly TikTok and Instagram, have become breeding grounds for fitness influencers and quick-fix diet trends that promise rapid weight loss without any credible medical basis. These trendy hacks, often promoted by social media influencers, have gained millions of views and have normalized risky behaviors, pressuring impressionable viewers
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The Italian Data Protection Authority has issued a new decision further restricting employers' ability to use information from third-party reports, private conversations, or social media posts as evidence in disciplinary proceedings. This decision adds to the ongoing debate on the subject and introduces additional constraints, particularly regarding the use
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The US Embassy in Dhaka has requested that Bangladeshi applicants for student and exchange programme visas adjust their social media account privacy settings to 'public' to facilitate the visa vetting process. The guidance follows a recent announcement by the US Department of State confirming the resumption of student
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Teenagers applying to universities in the US must be cautious about what they post on social media, as immigration officials are now combing through online profiles in search of potential threats or "hostile attitudes". The move has sent shockwaves through the education system, with experts warning that it
