December 21, 2025

Seven Indians Rescued from Cyber Slavery Scam Hub in Myanmar

Seven Indians held as cyber slaves in Myanmar scam centre rescued by MBVV police and brought home. They were forced into financial fraud and freed after a big probe.

December 21, 2025

US H-1B and H-4 Visa Interview Delays Stretch Into 2027, Affecting Workers and Families

Applicants for US H-1B and H-4 visas face big delays in visa interviews, with some pushed back over a year to 2027. Staffing shortages and high demand cause problems for workers and families.

December 21, 2025

US Navy Halts Second Oil Tanker Near Venezuela Amid Blockade and War Threats

US forces stopped a second merchant ship off Venezuela's coast days after seizing one. Trump confirmed war with Maduro remains possible amid rising tensions.

December 21, 2025

US Seizes Sanctioned Vessel Off Venezuela, Tightens Blockade on Oil Tankers

The US seized a sanctioned ship off Venezuela’s coast in international waters, following President Trump’s new order to block oil tankers. This is the second US seizure this month and signals rising tensions in the Caribbean Sea.

December 20, 2025

Sikh Parade in South Auckland Disrupted by Brian Tamaki-linked 'True Patriots' Protests

About 50 protesters from the True Patriots group linked to Brian Tamaki’s Destiny Church disrupted a Sikh parade in South Auckland. Police separated the groups to keep peace during the roadblock on Great South Road. Protesters chanted, performed haka, and held banners opposing immigration and 'woke ideology.'