Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee threatens rural schools and hospitals reliant on immigrant workers
The new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas spells trouble for rural parts of the U.S. that rely on immigrants to fill vacancies in skilled professions.
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Donald Trump vs US states: President says Chicago mayor, Illinois governor ‘should be in jail’ – ICE row escalates
Former President Donald Trump called for the imprisonment of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, accusing them of failing to protect federal immigration officers. This statement follows Johnson’s executive order designating…
Building the workforce of tomorrow: How collaboration and continuous learning power the AI revolution in APJC
In today’s rapidly shifting economy, the “future of work” is not a distant concept; it’s unfolding all around us. As Lynn Bloomer, Cisco’s Director of Global Programs and Services for the Networking Academy, notes, “Innovation is moving faster than eve…
‘From reef to retail’: experts warn global marine aquarium fish trade relies heavily on wild populations
New research finds 90% of marine fish sold by major US retailers are wild-caught, including threatened or endangered speciesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe global trade in marine aquarium fish relies heavily on fish sourc…
Russian Strike Seriously Damages Ukrainian Power Plant As Winter Approaches
Russia seriously damaged one of Ukraine’s thermal power plants in an overnight attack, authorities said, as Moscow pursued its campaign to deny Ukrainians heat, light and running water as winter approaches.
Beyond the fight for U.S. House, here’s what at stake in the Senate
Why all the focus on the partisan battle for the U.S. House? There are two branches of Congress, but odds are tougher for a flip from the GOP.
Natural gas still crucial to the WA grid; utilities need to coordinate
Utilities must plan together as the northwest’s natural gas supply is squeezed to generate more electricity in the years ahead.
How Washington State Cougars spent the first of two bye weeks
Last week was first of two bye weeks on the season, giving the Cougars a chance to rest after five straight games to open the season.
Ukraine’s war surges demand for a 100-year-old heavy machine gun – Business Insider
Ukraine’s war surges demand for a 100-year-old heavy machine gun Business Insider
French consumer group sounds alarm on sugary, ultra processed dairy products for children
A French consumer watchdog has slammed ten popular children’s dairy products, warning they’re overloaded with sugar, salt, fat, and ultra-processed ingredients, putting young consumers’ health at serious risk.