US has let in 4,499 refugees since October – all but three were South African
Trump has given priority to Afrikaners, a white minority group he says is being persecuted. South Africa has objected to his characterisation.source
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Amazon to end support for older Kindles, prompting user outcry
The move means owners of Kindles released before 2013 will be unable to download new e-books.source
Explore MoreWatch: Pope Leo XIV spins basketball on his finger, with help from Harlem Globetrotters
Pope Leo XIV was seen spinning a basketball on his finger at his weekly general audience in Saint Peter’s Square. Players from the US exhibition basketball crew, the Harlem Globetrotters, aided the pontiff, who learned the new skill in front of a cheering crowd. source
Explore MoreWatch: Cold-blooded trespasser found lurking in Florida pool
The Tampa Police Department in Florida, responded to what homeowners initially believed was a human intruder on their property during the early hours of 29 March. But, instead of a burglar, they discovered a nine-foot alligator lurking in the pool area. Bodycam footage captured the moment officers arrived, and a specialist successfully wrangled the cold-blooded […]
Explore MoreChinese researcher's death after questioning in US prompts anger in Beijing
Last year, the Trump administration vowed to “aggressively” revoke the visas of Chinese students, especially those linked to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields. Months later, the US made a U-turn on the hard line stance, issuing 600,000 Chinese student visas as Washington and Beijing engaged in trade talks. source
Explore MoreJim Whittaker, first American to Mount Everest summit, dies aged 97
The lifelong outdoors advocate and former president of retailer REI returned to Everest decades later with his son.source
Explore MoreBest-selling The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals true identity
One of the biggest mysteries in publishing is solved, as The Housemaid writer reveals her real name.source
Explore MoreCanada's Carney welcomes another defector to Liberals as he nears majority
“In a time of global economic uncertainty, Canada’s success will depend on how we build ambition into progress and strengths into sustained advantage,” Carney posted on social media, applauding Gladu’s move. “Marilyn brings the practical, results-driven leadership this effort demands.” source
Explore MoreHas US achieved its war objectives in Iran?
Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.source
Explore MoreKanye West controversies – how did we get here?
West has a history of making antisemitic remarks and other controversial comments.source
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