WASHINGTON D.C., Dec. 28, 2025 — The U.S. government’s sweeping changes to the H-1B skilled work visa program have sparked significant concern among industry leaders and economists about their potential impact on both the American and global tech and services economy. At the center of the debate is an estimated $198 billion economic contribution tied...
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UK Faces Structural Decline in Living Standards as Cost-of-Living Crisis Deepens
LONDON, Dec. 28, 2025 — New economic forecasts paint a troubling picture for Britain’s households, as the cost-of-living crisis evolves from a short-term shock into a structural decline in living standards. According to the latest analysis by UK think tanks, inflation, sluggish growth and tax pressures are eroding real incomes and pushing living standards lower...
Historic Patriotic Upgrades to Times Square New Year’s Eve CelebratioN
New York City’s iconic Times Square Ball Drop is getting unprecedented upgrades for New Year’s Eve 2025–2026 — not just to ring in the new year, but to launch year-long festivities for America’s 250th birthday in 2026. 🎆 A Patriotic New Year’s Eve Celebration For Timess Square’s New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31, 2025, the...
🇨🇳 China Launches $113 Billion Free-Trade Experiment on Hainan Island
Beijing / Dec 18, 2025 — China has officially launched a sweeping free-trade and customs experiment on Hainan Island, a strategic move to boost foreign investment, integrate deeper into global trade networks, and strengthen its case for joining the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Under the newly implemented framework, Hainan — an...
Union Minister Orders Seasonal Ban on Demolition in Delhi-NCR to Fight Winter Pollution
New Delhi, 18 Dec 2025 — In a significant move to curb the persistent air quality crisis in the National Capital Region (NCR), Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav has directed authorities to ban demolition activities in the Delhi-NCR from October to December each year, when pollution levels typically spike due to...
Severe Winter Weather Alerts in North India: What You Need to Know
IMD Issues Severe Winter Weather Alerts Across North India The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued widespread weather warnings as winter conditions intensify across northern and parts of central and eastern India. Residents, commuters, and authorities are being urged to stay alert as the season brings dense fog, cold wave conditions and snowfall in many...
UK Economy Contracts: What It Means for Future Rate Cuts
🇬🇧 UK Economy Shrinks in October, Rate Cut Hopes RiseThe United Kingdom recorded an unexpected GDP contraction in October, according to official data released this week. The decline surprised economists who had anticipated slight growth, highlighting persistent weakness across key sectors such as manufacturing, construction, and retail.Analysts say the slowdown reflects reduced consumer spending, higher...
