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President Donald Trump’s administration has unveiled a new immigration initiative offering undocumented immigrants a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance if they voluntarily leave the U.S. Officials described the plan as a humane and fiscally responsible alternative to forced deportations, aiming to reduce the rising costs and burdens on immigration courts and detention centers. The Department of Homeland Security announced the “Incentivized Departure Program” on May 5, targeting individuals with outstanding deportation orders. Participants who meet eligibility requirements must

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Beat the heat: How to stay cool in Los Angeles this summer

As Los Angeles approaches the peak of summer, the city’s heat waves can make daily life challenging. Luckily, L.A. has no shortage of ways to stay cool, from public pools and beach escapes to indoor cooling centers when the sun gets too intense. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, here’s how to beat the heat while staying safe. Cool Off at Public Pools There’s nothing quite like a swim to break free from a scorching day. The city of L.A. operates 28 public swimming pools each summer, many tucked inside neighborhood parks. It offers a budget-friendly way to enjoy the season,

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Former Costa Rican president who compared Trump to ‘Roman emperor’ says US has revoked his visa

Former Costa Rican President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Óscar Arias says he has had his visa to enter the United States revoked.Arias, 84, said he doesn’t know why his visa was canceled but accepts that the US has the right to make such a decision.Miguel Guillén, the secretary general of Arias’ National Liberation Party, said the former president had received an email notifying him of the move.“I don’t know if the revoking of my visa is the product of some sort of retaliation, because I say what I think (and) write what I say,” Arias told a press conference Tuesday.In recent we

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Canadian couple cancels tens of thousands in travel to the US

“When you cross the border and turn onto the main street, you’re immediately surrounded by trees. You take a deep breath and feel a sense of relief — like, ‘Gosh, I’m home,’” says Hannah Shucard, who grew up in Point Roberts, a 4.9-square-mile peninsula in Washington state.Then there’s the pitch-dark, quiet nights. No traffic lights, no sirens, no city hum — just star-filled skies and the sounds of nature.“In spring, the frogs are really loud, and at certain times of the year, you can hear the coyotes howling,” she adds.It’s quiet, clean, safe — a place where people l

Federal judge to consider case of Georgetown fellow arrested by ICE

Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signature

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Hear Trump break down tariffs on various countries

President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled expansive new tariffs in a major escalation of his trade war, referring to the historic move as a “declaration of economic independence.” Trump’s risky bet to address unfair trade practices could send prices higher for American consumers and weaken economic growth, according to most economists.Using national emergency powers, Trump announced 10% tariffs on all imports into the United States, and even higher tariffs on goods from about 60 countries or trading blocs that have a high trade deficit with the US. That includes China and the European

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Attorneys for Tufts University student accuse government of ‘secretive’ effort to move her across state lines

Rümeysa Öztürk, the Turkish student detained by immigration officers in Boston last month, was moved across multiple state lines as part of a “highly unusual” and “secretive” attempt to keep her from accessing her attorney or being near her home, her attorneys charged Wednesday.In documents filed with the federal district court in Boston, attorneys for Öztürk accused the federal government of targeting the Tufts University graduate student because of her advocacy for Palestinian rights – a violation of Öztürk’s constitutionally protected right to free speech.Attorneys filed

Tornadoes, heavy rains rip across central, southern US

Canadians to Maine: No, thanks!

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Europe will respond proportionately to likely Trump tariffs, French industry minister says

Europe will respond to the likely implementation of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump in a proportionate manner but will not escalate tensions under any circumstances, French industry minister Marc Ferracci said on Wednesday."Europe has always been on the side of negotiation and calming things down, because trade wars, you know, only produce losers," Ferracci told RMC radio.U.S. President Donald Trump will announce sweeping new reciprocal tariffs on global trading partners on Wednesday, raising concerns about price increases and likely prompting retaliation from other countries. (Rep

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Myanmar's military declares a ceasefire to ease quake relief as deaths pass 3,000

Myanmar's ruling military declared a temporary ceasefire in the country's civil war Wednesday to facilitate relief efforts following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has killed more than 3,000 people. The surprise announcement by military leaders who also head the unelected government came late Wednesday on state television MRTV, which said the halt in fighting would run until April 22 to show compassion for people affected by Friday's quake. The announcement followed unilateral temporary ceasefires announced by armed resistance groups opposed to military rule, an

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

Trump and Zelenskiy meet one-on-one in Vatican basilica to seek Ukraine peace

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Putin calls up 160,000 men to Russian army in latest conscription drive, at crucial moment in Ukraine war

One of the largest rounds of conscription to Russia’s military for several years is underway, as President Vladimir Putin pushes ahead with an expansion of the country’s military at a crucial moment in the war in Ukraine.Putin signed a decree authorizing the latest phase of the country’s twice-yearly conscription effort, with the new window beginning Tuesday and running until July 15.It will see 160,000 men between 18 and 30 join Russia’s armed forces – an increase of 10,000 on last year’s spring drive, and a rise of more than 15,000 compared to three years ago, according to Russia

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Norovirus outbreak hits more than 240 people on luxury cruise ship

More than 240 people on board the luxury Queen Mary 2 cruise ship have fallen ill with the highly contagious norovirus stomach bug.The US Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) reported the outbreak just as the Cunard cruise liner was nearing the end of a four-week-long return voyage from the UK to the Caribbean.Queen Mary 2 regularly sails transatlantic crossings. It’s a journey — and a ship — designed to hark back to the golden age of luxury ocean liners. Cunard is owned by Carnival CorporationThe vessel set sail on March 8 from Southampton and is due to return to the English