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Amazon is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit from consumers who say the company misled shoppers about the environmental benefits of seafood sold through its online platform and stores.Filed in federal court in Seattle, the lawsuit accuses Amazon of “greenwashing”, using environmental language or imagery to make products appear more sustainable than the available evidence supports….

The Chicago homeowner has sued the US government over alleged warrantless CBP raid. A Chicago homeowner has filed a lawsuit against the US government, alleging that immigration officers entered his property without a warrant, damaged his home and ignored repeated demands to leave during an enforcement operation last year.Leo Feler, who lives in Chicago’s Lakeview…

The number of US student visas issued to Indian nationals has fallen by 62% in 2025, according to a new report that also recommends scrapping the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme.The report, authored by George Fishman, Senior Legal Fellow at the Centre for Immigration Studies (CIS), said the US issued 22,149 student visas to Indian…

Representative Image (AI-generated) Dust lining city streets may seem harmless, but new research suggests it can carry a chemical legacy that has lingered for decades. A study led by researchers at the University of Virginia (UVA) found that road dust collected from seven mid-sized cities across the eastern United States still contains toxic metals linked…

A 21-year-old Florida flight instructor is being hailed as a hero after safely landing a single-engine aircraft on busy Interstate 10 near Pensacola when an in-flight engine emergency left her with no chance of returning to the airport. Emily Shelton was conducting a training flight with a student on August 4, 2026, when the aircraft…

Anyone who claims it’s impossible to live in New York City on less than $60K must book an appointment with Julia, a New Yorker who manages to thrive on nearly half that income. She lives in a decent Brooklyn apartment, she eats out, and she also has fun. NYC may be one of the most…

Haitians living in the US A federal judge has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for around 350,000 Haitians living in the US, removing their protection from deportation and work authorization after a months-long legal battle.According to CNN, US District Judge Ana Reyes on Wednesday formally lifted an…

Neighbourhoods in Chicago that lost more tree canopy also recorded higher mortality rates. (Representational photo) Tree canopy loss in cities may be linked to higher death rates, according to a new study. Researchers have found that Chicago neighbourhoods that lost more tree cover over 11 years also recorded higher mortality, especially in areas with hotter…

A Canadian woman who admitted to slapping a teenager during a confrontation over pro-Trump clothing at the Jersey Shore has been ordered to be deported from the United States after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor assault charge.Kaitlyn Tracey, 33, pleaded guilty to one count of simple assault in connection with the July 3 incident on…

​New analysis identifies US employers offering H-1B workers salaries more than 50% above the national median. A small group of US employers is paying H-1B visa holders far above the national median salary, according to a new analysis of federal labour data, highlighting strong demand for highly skilled professionals in sectors such as healthcare, technology…