US carries out new targeted strikes on Iran, targeting air defense system

A US military drone is seen coming in for a landing. Image for representational purposes. (AFP)

President Donald Trump said the U.S. military on Friday carried out new limited strikes on Iran, targeting an Iranian air defense system. A US military drone is seen coming in for a landing. Image for representational purposes. (AFP) Iranian state media reported the sound of two explosions in the Suza area of Qeshm Island, which … Read more

Burglars targeting South Asian families in London jailed after UK police probe travel data

Burglars targeting South Asian families in London jailed after UK police probe travel data

London, Two prolific burglars who deliberately targeted homes belonging to South Asian families in west London, expecting to find high-value jewellery and valuables, have been jailed for a total of five years and six months. Burglars targeting South Asian families in London jailed after UK police probe travel data The UK’s Metropolitan Police said in … Read more

Vivek Ramaswamys former teacher scolds him over controversial ad targeting Amy Acton: I taught you better

Ohio gubernatorial Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s refusal to withdraw a controversial ad targeting Amy Acton has cost him endorsements and event venues. (REUTERS)

A former educator of embattled Vivek Ramaswamy publicly criticized the Republican candidate regarding a contentious campaign advertisement he disseminated targeting his Democratic rival, Amy Acton, in the Ohio gubernatorial election. Ohio gubernatorial Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s refusal to withdraw a controversial ad targeting Amy Acton has cost him endorsements and event venues. (REUTERS) Retired educator … Read more

US intelligence warns Iran has advanced lethal plots targeting American officials, diplomats in Middle East: Report

A classified intelligence memo shared with Marco Rubio says Iran has increased efforts to target US personnel in the Middle East and other regions.
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US intelligence officials have warned that Iran has “substantially increased” efforts to target American diplomats and government personnel. According to an intelligence memo obtained by Axios, some alleged lethal plots have already reached advanced stages. CNN reporter Zachary Cohen also confirmed that the memo is legitimate. A classified intelligence memo shared with Marco Rubio says … Read more

US launches nationwide operation targeting undocumented immigrants accused of SNAP fraud

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a nationwide operation targeting undocumented immigrants. (AFP)

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a nationwide operation targeting undocumented immigrants accused of fraudulently obtaining taxpayer-funded food assistance benefits, as the Trump administration expands its efforts to investigate alleged fraud involving federal programs. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a nationwide operation targeting undocumented immigrants. (AFP) ICE announced … Read more

MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is ‘not unique’

MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is 'not unique’

LONDON — Iran is trying to hit military sites in Britain and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is “not unique,” the head of the MI5 spy agency said Tuesday, as he warned that both Tehran and Moscow are expanding their attacks against the U.K. MI5 chief says Iran … Read more

Two Iranians in UK charged over terror plot targeting Manchester’s Jewish community

Two Iranians in UK charged over terror plot targeting Manchester’s Jewish community

A police car patrols the area around the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester Two Iranian nationals have been charged in the UK over an alleged terror plot targeting Manchester’s Jewish community, with police accusing the men of carrying out reconnaissance and trying to obtain components and equipment for an improvised explosive device.According to … Read more

Trump signs H-1B order targeting employers that lay off Americans, tighten scrutiny of foreign hires

US President Trump signs H-1B order targeting employers over layoffs of US workers. (AFP)

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order directing US agencies to scrutinize H-1B visa applications involving employers that have laid off American workers or are planning layoffs that could affect similarly situated US employees. US President Trump signs H-1B order targeting employers over layoffs of US workers. (AFP) The order expands scrutiny of … Read more

FBI warns ‘tradwife’ women may be targeting ICE agents through fake dating profiles: Report

FBI warns ‘tradwife’ women may be targeting ICE agents through fake dating profiles: Report

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The FBI warned that a small group of women allegedly created fake online dating profiles using a “traditional wife” or “tradwife” image to attract US immigration enforcement officers and expose their personal information online.The FBI’s Chicago office circulated a memo to law enforcement agencies in February about the alleged … Read more

‘Intolerance and racism’: US senator slams Texas Republican nominee over post targeting Asian students

‘Intolerance and racism’: US senator slams Texas Republican nominee over post targeting Asian students

US senator slams Republican nominee’s ‘racist’ post. US Senator John Cornyn has publicly rebuked his fellow Republican Bo French over a social media post targeting students of color celebrating at a University of Texas football game, accusing the GOP nominee for Texas railroad commissioner of promoting “intolerance and racism”.The morning after the Texas Longhorns pulled … Read more