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US review may delay or stall Binance deal for Voyager Digital

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Dec 30 (Reuters) – Binance’s $1 billion acquisition of bankrupt crypto lender Voyager Digital could be delayed or blocked by a US national security review, according to a bankruptcy court filing Friday. US-based crypto exchange affiliate Binance.US intends to buy crypto lending platform Voyager with a bid that includes $20 million in cash and crypto assets to be used to repay Voyager customers. But the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), the interagency body that examines foreign investment into US companies for national security risks, said Friday its review “could affect the parties’ ability to complete transactions,Read News

Department of the Air Force Unmasks Academic Degrees for Major…

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Effective January 1, 2023, higher academic grades will be visible to promote central selection boards to consider the ranks of major and lieutenant colonel. The change will apply to all eligible officers of the Department of the Air Force and allow promotion board members to consider the acquisition of an officer’s valuable expertise as one of many considerations of the whole person concept. Operational and academic expertise, experience and high levels of job performance will be the most important factors in evaluating officers for promotion. Higher academic degrees will be considered but will not be a requirement for promotionRead News

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Frequency of M&A disputes Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) disputes are common in the United States. This is not entirely surprising, as the US accounts for a large percentage of global M&A deals – nearly 60 percent of all global deals (by forecast value) in 2021 took place in the United States. After record M&A activity in 2021 and the start of 2022, there is a marked increase in M&A disputes in 2022. In addition to a net increase in deal volume, which increases the statistical likelihood of disputes, this increase in disputes is also attributed to high company valuations duringRead News

Afghan refugees in the US face uncertainty as legislation looms

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Congress has so far failed to create a path of residence for Afghans who worked alongside American soldiers in America’s longest war, pushing tens of thousands of refugees who fled Taliban control more than two years ago and now live in limbo. in the United States. Some lawmakers had hoped to resolve Afghans’ immigration status as part of a government funding package later in the year. But that effort failed, throwing the question into the new year when Republicans take power in the House. The result is great uncertainty for refugees who now face a congressional action deadline of AugustRead News

The United States is increasingly arresting immigrants, mostly at the Mexican border

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NEW YORK, Dec 30 (Reuters) – Immigration arrests in 2022 nearly doubled from 2021 as Border Patrol agents detained more migrants and courts blocked U.S. President Joe Biden’s efforts to narrow detention to focus on serious criminals. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested nearly 143,000 immigrants in the 2022 fiscal year that ended Sept. 30, nearly double the number in 2021, according to data released Friday. About two-thirds of those arrests were of people with immigration-only violations, the data showed. Most of them were migrants apprehended at the U.S.-Mexico border without criminal convictions or charges and transferred to ICE,Read News

Feds finalize key ‘Waters of the United States’ Wetlands Rule

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EPA Finalizes Rule Protecting ‘Waters of America’

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Today, the U.S. issued Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers final rule identifying waters protected under the Clean Water Act. The rule defines the term “waters of the United States” — sometimes referred to as “WOTUS” — and traces the agencies’ longstanding approach to protecting our nation’s waters. The rule is based on a comprehensive scientific overview, including hundreds of studies that highlight the ways in which water affects each other and thus needs to be protected The EPA’s revised definition comes after Earthjustice filed two lawsuits on behalf of tribes and environmental groups toRead News

Saudi Arabia still needs the United States, despite growing ties to China

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Can Hindus go to Saudi Arabia? The desert country now provides tourist visas to non-Muslims who can easily visit the Arab sovereign state to attract more and more tourists. The country is home to one of the most prominent religious sites for Muslims, including Mecca and Medina, and every year lakhs of Muslims come here to perform the Haj (pilgrimage). Can a Hindu visit Jeddah? GalvestonJT, the holy cities are Mecca and Medina which are off limits to non-Muslims. But you are free to visit the rest of Saudi Arabia. Can a Hindu go to Mecca? In Mecca, only MuslimsRead News

Jair Bolsonaro left Brazil for the United States ahead of Lula’s inauguration

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Sao Paulo, Brazil CNN — Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro left Brazil for the United States on Friday, according to CNN Brasil, two days before the inauguration of his successor, President-elect Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva. Bolsonaro took off from Brasilia Air Base in a Brazilian Air Force plane. He was accompanied by advisers and first lady Michelle Bolsonaro, CNN Brasil reported. “I’m on a flight, I’ll be back soon,” Bolsonaro told CNN Brasil. His decision to leave comes as the Brazilian government on Friday issued an order allowing five officials to accompany “future ex-president” Bolsonaro to Miami, Florida, between JanuaryRead News

Ukraine could get American M-2 Fighting Vehicles. They Are That The Ukrainian Army Plans To Stay On The …

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US Army troops will deploy M-2s alongside Hungarian troops in BTR-80 armored personnel carriers during a NATO training exercise. US president Joe Biden’s administration is considering giving Ukraine some of the US Army’s decommissioned M-2 combat vehicles, Bloomberg reported. It’s exactly what Ukraine’s military needs most as Russia’s wider war on Ukraine lurches into its 11th month, the wet winter deepens, the ground freezes and Ukraine deploys forces for a possible new counter-offensive. . The 25 tonne M-2, manufactured by BAE Systems, is an infantry fighting vehicle. An IFV is an armored personnel carrier which, thanks to its turret-mounted cannon,Read News

The US is concerned about China’s relations with Russia, the State Department said after the Putin-Xi call

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[1/3] This illustration, taken on March 24, 2022, shows the flags of China and Russia. REUTERS/Florence Lo/Illustration WASHINGTON, Dec 30 (Reuters) – The United States is concerned about China’s alignment with Russia as Moscow continues its incursion into Ukraine, the U.S. State Department said on Friday after a video meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. “Beijing claims to be neutral, but its behavior clearly shows that it is still invested in close ties with Russia,” a State Department spokesman said, adding that Washington was “closely monitoring Beijing’s actions.” Reporting by Michael Martina and Kanishka Singh;Read News

Chinese jet came within 3 meters of US military aircraft: US

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[1/3] A Chinese Navy J-11 fighter jet is recorded flying close to a US Air Force RC-135 aircraft in international airspace over the Sea of Southern China, according to the U.S. military, in a still image from video taken Dec. 21, 2022. U.S. Indo-Pacific Command/Handout via REUTERS. WASHINGTON, Dec 29 (Reuters) – A Chinese military aircraft came within 10 feet (3 meters) of a U.S. Air Force plane in the disputed South China Sea last week and l forced him to perform evasive maneuvers to avoid a collision in international airspace. the US military announced Thursday. The close encounter followedRead News

Why did the US just ban TikTok from government-issued cell phones?

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The US government has approved an unprecedented ban on the use of TikTok on federal government devices. The restrictions – inserted into a spending bill just days before it was passed by Congress, and signed by Joe Biden on Thursday – add to growing uncertainty about the app’s future in the US amid a crackdown by state and federal legislatures. Officials say the ban is necessary because of national security concerns about the app’s China-based owner, ByteDance. But it also leaves many questions unanswered. Here’s what you need to know. Why did the ban happen? The US government has bannedRead News

The stories that defined America and Canada in 2022

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2022 is coming to an end and with it another eventful 365 days in the United States and Canada. The political drama surrounding former US President Donald Trump continued as the Republican leader faced unfounded allegations of fraud over his business dealings, handling of classified documents and fraud during the 2020 presidential election. The claims helped fuel an attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, as Trump supporters tried to disrupt the confirmation of the election results. Throughout 2022, the US Department of Justice launched legal actions against hundreds of people involved in the attack, and a committeeRead News

Congressman LaMalfa announces the nominees for the United States…

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(Washington, D.C.) – Today Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced his nomination from 13 Northern California residents as candidates to the United States Service Academies. the us Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marines Academy each require a nomination by Congress to participate. The approval process is highly competitive. “I am pleased to announce these young people as Nor Cal’s nominees for such prestigious appointments,” said Rep. LaMalfa. “Studying at any of our nation’s service academies is an amazing honor and achievement and provides an opportunity to acquire a world-class education whileRead News

How Pelé forever increased the popularity of football in the United States

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THE GOAT is gone. Pelé died Thursday at the age of 82 in his native Brazil. But not before he became the greatest footballer who ever lived and arguably the greatest athlete in history. And one that has had a lasting impact not only on global sport, but also on the New York City sports landscape. Pelé has achieved staggering feats such as winning three world titles, scoring over 600 goals for his club Santos, and helping stop the Nigerian civil war just by his presence. Most incredible, however, may have been the transformation of the New York Cosmos intoRead News

How many goals did Pelé score in the United States?

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Edson Arantes Do Nascimento’s last big campaign in the world of football was in the United States, because when it seemed that a successful career with Brazil and Santos was over, The King embarked on a journey the last one overseas. After playing his last game with Santos, Pelé announced that he will play soccer in the United States and wear the shirt of NY Cosmos, the club he postponed his retirement from. In 1975, he returned to the sport at the age of 35. Pelé chooses the U.S. over Europe This decision surprised the world, because before Pelé hadRead News

Countries with the largest share of the population living in …

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In 2021, Russia had the highest net migration rate in Europe with 320,617 people, while Turkey had the lowest with a negative net migration rate of 69,729. Which country is best for living? Sweden. #1 in quality of life. #5 in the best countries overall. … Denmark. #2 in quality of life. #10 in the best countries overall. … Canada. #3 in quality of life. … Switzerland. #4 in quality of life. … Norway. #5 in quality of life. … Finland. #6 in Quality of Life. … Germany. #7 in Quality of Life. … The Netherlands. #8 in Quality ofRead News

Sneaking over the Mexican border, migrants get a US court ruling

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CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico Dec 28, 2013 (SDN/QJ) – Even before the US Supreme Court on Tuesday chose to put in place a measure aimed at preventing border crossings, hundreds of migrants in northern Mexico were were taking matters into their own hands to enter the United States. . The controversial pandemic measure known as Title 42 was set to expire on December 21, but the last-minute delay of the law has put border policy in limbo and made many immigrants decide to lose a little anyway. After spending days in cold border towns, groups of immigrants from Venezuela and otherRead News

US winter storm death toll rises as bad weather drags on

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The city of Buffalo has made progress clearing roads after heavy snowfall during the storm A powerful winter storm that hit North America claimed more lives in the US state of New York, local authorities said. At least 34 people have died in Erie County, including the city of Buffalo, County Executive Mark Poloncarz said Wednesday. Authorities are still trying to identify the three victims. The storm that swept across the United States over the holiday weekend killed at least 60 people in eight states. There have been more deaths in Erie County in the past few days than inRead News

5 ways the US-China cold war will differ from the Last War

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2022 was undoubtedly the most turbulent and transformative year in international politics since the revolution of 1989. It was turbulent because of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the crisis over Taiwan, but it was transformative in the way that the United States recognized China as a superpower rival. In the National Security Strategy of the United States issued in October, the Biden administration not only identified China as its most important security challenge, but also stated unequivocally that the post-Cold War era is over. If the United States’ unipolar power position was the defining feature of the post-ColdRead News

The US is quietly creating a new military alliance with Israel

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The Biden administration appears to be bringing the United States into a closer military alliance with Israel, even though the two countries have yet to form a security alliance. This development continues a trend that became particularly prominent during the administration of Donald Trump, in the last days of which the Department of Defense placed Israel in the area of ​​U.S. responsibility. Central Command. a unified command covering the Middle East. The Pentagon’s announcement of the change described Israel as “a key ally of the United States.” Sources in the Biden administration told William Arkin of Newsweek that the jointRead News

The US plans to expand border deportations of Cubans, Nicaraguans and Haitians

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[1/4] A member of the Texas National Guard stands near a vehicle along the Rio Bravo River, the US-Mexico border, as seen from El Paso, Texas, USA , December 22, 2022. REUTERS / Carlos Barria WASHINGTON, Dec 28 (Reuters) – The Biden administration plans to use pandemic-era restrictions to deport scores of Cuban, Nicaraguan and Haitian migrants captured at the southwestern border to Mexico, while simultaneously allowing some to enter the United States by air for humanitarian reasons. motives, according to three US officials familiar with the matter. This latest policy under consideration comes after the US Supreme Court ruledRead News

Cuban exodus to the United States largest in history amid economic crisis, government repression

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The exodus of people fleeing Cuba for the United States has reached an all-time high this year as the Caribbean country intensifies its brutal crackdown on citizens, and the United States’ southern border crisis continues to spiral. Border authorities have intercepted more than 227,000 Cubans who tried to enter the United States illegally from December 2021 to 2022, representing the largest exodus in history, Agence France-Presse reported. The 227,000 is more than the two largest previous mass departures, when 125,000 Cubans left for the United States in 1980 and when 34,000 people did so in 1994, said Jorge Duany ofRead News

The US requires travelers from China to present a negative Covid-19 test result prior to flight

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The United States will require all travelers from China to show a negative covid-19 test result before flying to the country, as the rapid relaxation of covid-19 restrictions in Beijing leads to a spike in cases. Passengers flying to the US from China will need to get tested no more than two days before they fly, federal health officials said, and present proof of the negative test to their airline before boarding. The tests can be a PCR test or an antigen self-test administered through a telehealth service. The requirement will apply both to passengers flying directly to the UnitedRead News

The US claims that a Chinese fighter jet flew dangerously close to an American plane

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13 that Russia had also lost 2,840 tanks, 5,742 armored fighting vehicles, 1,837 artillery systems, 393 multiple missile systems, 206 air defense systems, 261 helicopters, 278 aircraft, 1,507 drones and 16 boats. These are indicative estimates of Russian combat losses as of November. Which is better F-35 or SU 57? The F-35 has excellent stealth and avionics. Yes, the Su-57 Felon is bigger and faster, but that also makes it a bigger target for the stealthier Lightning II. Then there is the quality of the pilots and the number of Su-57s currently in production compared to the F-35 stealth fighters.Read News

A Chinese fighter jet flew within six meters of a US surveillance plane

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Video of the incident shows a Chinese J-11 aircraft flying dangerously close to a US surveillance plane over the South China Sea. Posted 30 Dec. 2022Dec 30 2022 A Chinese fighter jet flew within six meters (20 feet) of a US Air Force surveillance plane over the hotly contested South China Sea earlier this month, it was reported Thursday the American army. On December 21, a Chinese J-11 fighter pilot performed a “dangerous” maneuver during an intercept of a US Air Force RC-135 aircraft, according to US Indo-Pacific Command, which also released a video clip of the incident. Footage ofRead News

USINDOPACOM statement on unsafe interception of US aircraft over South China Sea

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On December 21 (China Standard Time), a People’s Liberation Army – Navy J-11 fighter pilot performed an unsafe maneuver while intercepting a US Air Force RC-135 aircraft that was legally conducting routine operations. over the South China Sea in international airspace. The PLAN pilot performed an unsafe maneuver by flying in front and 20 feet from the nose of the RC-135, forcing the RC-135 to make evasive maneuvers to avoid a collision. The US Joint Indo-Pacific Force is dedicated to a free and open region of the Indo-Pacific and will continue to fly, sail and operate at sea and inRead News

Dominican Man Indicted for Illegal Re-Entry to United States …

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BOSTON – A Dominican man has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of returning to the United States and distributing fentanyl after being deported. Juan Carlos Santos-Ocasio, a/k/a “Cristhian Aybar-Done,” 40, was charged with one count of distribution and possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl and one count of illegal deportation of a deported alien. Santos-Ocasio appeared before U.S. District Court Judge Donald L. Cabell on December 23, 2022 and remains in custody. He was previously arrested and charged on November 29, 2022. In October 2007, Santos-Ocasio was arrested in the Bronx, N.Y.,Read News

Joint Statement on the Escalating Conflict in the North of Kosovo…

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The text of the following statement was released by the Deputy Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vedant Patel, and the Spokesperson of the EU High Representative, Nabila Massrali. The European Union and the United States are concerned about the continued tense situation in northern Kosovo. We call on everyone to exercise maximum restraint, take immediate action to unconditionally de-escalate the situation, and refrain from provocations, threats or intimidation. We are working with President Vučić and Prime Minister Kurt to find a political solution to ease tensions and agree on a way forward for the stability, safety and well-beingRead News