Thursday, April 30
The US administration plans to overhaul the H-1B visa selection process, prioritizing wage levels over the current lottery system. This shift, welcomed by US tech workers, aims to prevent companies from hiring lower-skilled foreign workers at reduced wages. International graduates looking for entry-level jobs in America will suffer as they will not get a chance in the proposed system.
US Congressman Greg Casar has introduced the Stop AI Price Gouging and Wage Fixing Act of 2025, aiming to curb AI-driven price discrimination. The bill targets companies exploiting personal data to charge varying prices, a practice the FTC has also flagged. It further seeks to prevent AI from determining wages based on personal finances.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongfully deported to El Salvador, has been ordered released by a Tennessee federal judge, while a Maryland ruling prevents his immediate re-expulsion. Judge Crenshaw cited weak evidence linking Abrego Garcia to MS-13, questioning the reliability of the government's key witness.
La Crosse authorities are seeking public assistance in locating Eliotte Heinz, a 22-year-old Viterbo University graduate student, missing since early Sunday. Last seen walking from Broncos Bar around 3:30 am towards her apartment, she never arrived home. Police are utilizing multiple resources and requesting residents to check home camera footage from 2 am to 6 am.
A Virgin Australia flight from Sydney to Hobart experienced a fire caused by a power bank in carry-on luggage, prompting an emergency response. The cabin crew quickly extinguished the flames, and all passengers disembarked safely. Virgin Australia is now reviewing its lithium battery policies in coordination with safety authorities following the incident.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released new documents alleging the Obama administration fabricated the Russia hoax to undermine Donald Trump's presidency. After Gabbard released some documents last week. Obama's office dismissed the claims as outrageous, while Trump praised Gabbard.
Legal advocates and families are demanding the closure of Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" due to alleged abuse and inhumane treatment. Detainees describe mosquito-infested units, poor sanitation, and inadequate medical care. Concerns are mounting as immigration detention populations reach record highs, with reports of substandard conditions and human rights violations across Florida detention centers, prompting calls for accountability.
A Singaporean woman, Jane Lee, passed away a day after accusing an Indian employee of faking a workplace injury for compensation. Lee, owner of Sumo Salad, detailed her allegations on Facebook, claiming the employee staged a fall to exploit an insurance gap.
