A new study shows that households of H‑1B visa holders contribute significantly more to public finances than typical American households. On average, an H‑1B household provides a net fiscal contribution of $30,050 annually, compared with $11,530 for the average US household.The research was conducted by Adam Ozimek and Sarah Eckhardt, and it examines the impact…
The April 2026 visa bulletin brought good news for Indian Green Card applicants as the employment-based Green Card process sees constant forward movement for Indians. For EB-2 and EB-3 India, the Dates for Filing have advanced to January 15, 2015 in a significant jump compared to the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, where EB-2 India was…
A senior US counterterrorism official has resigned in protest against the Trump administration’s handling of the war with Iran, becoming the most senior figure to break ranks amid rising tensions in the Middle East.Joseph “Joe” Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), announced on Tuesday that he was stepping down from his role, saying…
British Indian politician Suella Braverman stirred a row after reacting to a student’s plea about bringing her family to the UK for university. Braverman posted on X that “You don’t need to bring your husband and three children to do a degree in Media Studies. Universities need to stop selling immigration instead of education.”Her comment…
If you happen to be someone who understands how dangerous weapons are designed or handled, the artificial intelligence industry may be looking for you. In a surprising twist, leading technology companies are now recruiting experts in chemical weapons, explosives and radiological threats. The goal is not to build such weapons but to prevent AI tools…
An Indian-origin Sikh restaurant owner in west London has alleged that the Metropolitan Police “repeatedly refused” to help his family despite serious threats, hours after he was detained and later released following a tense confrontation outside his restaurant.Harman Singh Kapoor, owner of Rangrez, claimed in a social media post that his “outburst” was driven by…
Kouri Richins, the self-published author of children’s book ‘Are You With Me’ dealing with grief, was convicted of aggravated murder of her husband, whom she poisoned with fentanyl. Her husband Eric Richins was killed in March 2022 and Kouri Richins published the book a year later. She slipped five times the lethal dose of fentanyl…
UAE schools continue online classes with varying timelines after March break / Image:@gulftoday As the spring break concludes, the UAE’s educational landscape is undergoing a strategic shift. While the initial plan called for a standard return, authorities have now introduced a more flexible, phased approach to distance learning. Starting Monday, March 23, 2026, millions of…
Amid escalating instability in the Middle East, the UK government has issued its strongest travel warning, placing 14 countries on its “do not travel” list, urging British nationals to leave immediately if they are currently in these regions.The advisory, issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), comes as regional conflict continues to disrupt…
A viral post claimed IShowSpeed was invited to Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez’s wedding and would livestream it. The quote spread quickly but lacks any official confirmation. The claim comes from a meme account using old images. In reality, the couple plans a private ceremony after the 2026 World Cup, and Speed’s earlier mention was…
Eid al-Fitr 2026, expected around 19–20 March depending on the moon sighting, is being observed across parts of the Middle East amid regional conflict, security alerts and humanitarian crises. A festival normally associated with communal prayers, family gatherings and public celebrations has instead unfolded under heightened security, displacement and ongoing violence in several countries.Across the…
A dramatic Oscars 2026 closing sketch featuring Conan O’Brien being replaced by MrBeast has sparked speculation about the 2027 host. While likely a parody, the moment raised real questions about a potential shift toward digital creators. However, past hosts have warned the role demands months of intense work, leaving uncertainty over whether MrBeast would take…
Ancient settlement dating back 13,500 years found, advanced tools and trade networks unearthed / Image: file Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced a groundbreaking archaeological find that pushes back the timeline of human history in the Arabian Peninsula. Deep in the rugged landscapes of AlUla, researchers uncovered evidence of a human settlement dating…
Representative image (AI-generated) Amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, Sri Lanka has declared every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the island nation grapples with possible shortages following the US and Israel’s war with Iran.President Anura Kumara Dissanayake speaking at an emergency meeting with senior officials on Monday, said, “We must prepare for…
New research by the Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) has reignited the debate over the ownership of the ‘American Dream’ among residents in USA, leading to heavy criticism of the H-1B visa online along with calls to stop the initiative altogether. As per the March 2026 report titled ‘How to Stop Foreign Buyers From Killing…
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai announced that the ‘Edge of Life’ campaign has exceeded its target before the end of Ramadan and concluded with success, having raised over AED2.822 billion. An estimated 44,208 contributors including individuals, businesses and prominent humanitarian and philanthropy organisations contributed…
A fuel tanker vehicle destroyed in US-Israeli strikes in Tehran US President Donald Trump has demanded help from allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But even if he can assemble a major coalition it could prove very hard to end Iran’s blockade.Iran lies along one side of the narrow strait and has responded to…
Saudi Arabia’s interior ministry has recently issued a stark warning to individuals that transport, employ, shelter or assist violators of residency and labour regulations will face a fine of up to SR100,000 and imprisonment for up to six months. Moreover, the penalties also include deportation if the offender is a foreign national, said the ministry….
At least 400 people were killed and nearly 250 injured after an airstrike carried out by Pakistan struck a drug rehabilitation hospital in the Afghan capital Kabul late Monday night.Authorities in Kabul said the strike hit a large rehabilitation facility around 9 pm local time and destroyed significant portions of the 2,000-bed complex, sparking massive…
The 2026 Academy Awards brought many huge moments, but one of the surprising points of discussion was about a creator who never even stepped foot on the red carpet. Markiplier, one of the most popular YouTubers, brought about a lot of attention when fans realized that he did not appear on the red carpet at…
