Author: Onu Akter

Travel and visa restrictions put in place by the Trump administration are threatening the start of thousands of foreign medical residents across the United States, raising serious concerns about hospital staffing ahead of the July 1 residency launch date. Many of these residents work in safety-net hospitals, often serving patients in low-income or underserved communities. These hospitals rely heavily on international medical graduates, who typically begin their training programs on July 1 after completing orientation in late June. “If international medical graduates can’t start on time, the effects will be severe,” said Kimberly Pierce Burke, executive director of the Alliance…

US oil prices surged this week, nearing a five-month high, as President Donald Trump weighed the possibility of entering the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. Analysts say the continued rise in oil prices will likely lead to higher gasoline prices for American drivers within days. West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US benchmark for crude oil, has jumped more than 20% in June alone. The increase follows a series of missile strikes exchanged between Israel and Iran, which have raised concerns about a wider war in the Middle East. The Middle East produces a significant portion of the world’s oil.…

Iran has issued a sharp warning to the United States, saying direct U.S. military involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict would cause “hell for the whole region.” The statement came from Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh in an interview on Thursday. Speaking publicly for the first time since Israeli airstrikes began targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, Khatibzadeh said, “This is not America’s war.” He warned that if President Donald Trump chooses to intervene, he will be remembered as “a president who entered a war he doesn’t belong in.” He described U.S. involvement as a move that would turn the situation into…

President Donald Trump is expected to decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will directly join the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, the White House announced on Thursday. At a press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a message from the president: “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks.” The announcement follows intense fighting in the region. A missile strike from Iran…

Katy Perry has openly shared her concerns about fellow singer Benson Boone’s early career struggles. The pop icon said she was “really worried” about the hate Benson has faced on his way to stardom. Benson Boone, known for his 2024 hit “Beautiful Things,” first gained attention during his time on American Idol in 2021. Katy Perry was a judge on the show at that time. Benson later left the competition to pursue his own path in music. In a recent interview, Benson was asked if Katy ever took credit for his success after predicting he would win the show. He…

X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, is suing the state of New York over a new law that targets hate speech. The law, known as the Stop Hiding Hate Act, requires social media companies to reveal how they monitor hate speech and harmful content. X, formerly called Twitter, argues this violates free speech rights protected by the First Amendment. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday in a federal court. X claims the law forces social media platforms to disclose their stance on speech that is often controversial and protected. The platform says the law is not only…

The United States has approved the world’s only twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. This new treatment offers hope to millions by reducing new infections more effectively than current daily pills. The drug, called lenacapavir and made by Gilead Sciences, could change HIV prevention worldwide. Although a vaccine for HIV is still needed, lenacapavir is seen by experts as the next best option. Studies show it almost stopped new infections in people at high risk. This is better than daily pills that some people forget to take or avoid because of stigma. Greg Millett, public policy director at an AIDS research foundation,…

Airfares from Europe to the United States are falling fast. This trend is mainly due to fewer travelers coming from Western Europe. New data shows that travel from this region dropped 4.4% in May compared to last year. Overall international visits to the U.S. were down 2.8% in the same period. Experts say the drop is expected to continue through July. Travel bookings for that month are already down 13% compared to last year, according to aviation analytics firm OAG. The decline started earlier this year. Since March, fewer Europeans have been planning trips to the U.S. Political tensions, a…

Anne Burrell, a celebrated TV chef and longtime star of the Food Network, has died at the age of 55. Her passing was confirmed on Tuesday by her family and the network. No cause of death has been shared publicly at this time. Anne was best known for her energetic personality and her commitment to making cooking fun and approachable. Her work touched the lives of millions, both on-screen and off. She leaves behind her husband of almost four years, Stuart Claxton, his son Javier, her mother Marlene, and her sister Jane. Her family shared a heartfelt message, describing Anne…

Taylor Tomlinson is turning her personal struggles into comedy that connects deeply with her audience. The 31-year-old comedian will perform at Dublin’s 3Arena on July 13 as part of her Save Me Tour. Her new show draws on her strict religious upbringing, family loss, mental health, and dating life as a public figure. Tomlinson grew up in a strict Christian home where Harry Potter was banned for being too close to the devil. After her mother died when she was eight, her faith began to shift. Still, church played a key role in her early comedy career. As a teenager,…