Canada thinks about big immigration changes.
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Canada thinks about big immigration changes.

Canada plans to cap temporary residents for the first time, aiming to reduce migration pressure. Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced this decision, aiming to decrease temporary residents from 6.2% to 5% of the population over three years. This cap will affect international students, foreign workers, and asylum seekers. The move addresses concerns about affordability and…

Top 5 US companies 2024
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Top 5 US companies 2024

USA Today reported that several highly rated companies, including mortgage lenders, CPA firms, staffing agencies, and credit unions, have been recognized as some of the best places to work in the United States. These rankings were determined through surveys conducted by Energage in collaboration with USA Today. The Top Workplaces USA awards honor midsize and…

PTA obeys Ministry: X shutdown for 'security'.
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PTA obeys Ministry: X shutdown for ‘security’.

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Sindh High Court that it blocked social media platform X (formerly Twitter) nationwide under orders from the federal interior ministry due to security concerns based on intelligence reports. The PTA defended its actions, stating they were in accordance with relevant laws and not a violation of constitutional rights….

Pakistan, IMF agree on $1.1bn release.
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Pakistan, IMF agree on $1.1bn release.

IMF and Pakistan reached an agreement for $1.1 billion release under the Stand By Agreement. The deal awaits approval from the IMF Executive Board. This agreement secures the final installment of the bailout funds Pakistan received last year, preventing debt default. IMF’s recent mission in Pakistan reviewed fiscal benchmarks during a five-day visit. IMF noted…

Insurance scam backfires, man loses both legs.
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Insurance scam backfires, man loses both legs.

A Taiwanese student named Chang attempted an insurance scam by faking frostbite to claim $1.7 million. He and his classmate, Liao, bought multiple insurance policies covering severe accidents. They staged a motorcycle frostbite incident using dry ice, causing Chang severe pain and leading to a below-the-knee amputation. Chang received money from one insurer, but others…

Pakistan uni creates 'Dow Rab': dog bite vaccine.
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Pakistan uni creates ‘Dow Rab’: dog bite vaccine.

Dow University of Health Sciences in Pakistan has introduced “Dow Rab,” an anti-rabies vaccine, accessible with a simple phone call, initially available in Sindh province. The vaccine is delivered within 48 hours. Vice-Chancellor Professor Muhammad Saeed Quraishy inaugurated the service, emphasizing the local production of the vaccine by Dow Institute of Life Sciences (DILS). Currently,…