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September 22, 2025

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Trump's New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

The Trump administration implemented a $100,000 one-time fee for new H-1B visa applications. This fee applies per petition and does not impact current visa holders.

Companies like Microsoft and Amazon are urging employees abroad to return before the deadline. The fee aims to address wage suppression and national security concerns, as the share of IT workers with H-1B visas has risen from 32% in FY 2003 to over 65%.

Critics worry the new cost could disrupt operations for tech firms, causing confusion and frustration among affected workers in the tech sector.

Sources: Bloomberg, Bloomberg, Reuters, Reuters, NYTimes.

Palestinian Statehood

The UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have recognized Palestinian statehood, provoking Israeli outrage and contradicting President Trump's position.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated this decision aims to rejuvenate peace efforts and condemned Israel's actions in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu asserted that a Palestinian state "will not happen," citing ongoing settlement expansions.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas welcomed the recognition. Other nations, including France, may follow this recognition at the upcoming U.N. General Assembly.

Sources: Bloomberg, AP News, Reuters, NYTimes.

Pentagon New Media Restrictions

The Pentagon implemented new media restrictions. Journalists must now sign a pledge to avoid reporting unauthorized information, risking access loss to military facilities.

This policy reflects a trend under President Trump to limit press access, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserting tighter control. Certain areas now require government escorts, reducing independent access for reporters.

Media advocates condemned the move as detrimental to press freedoms, arguing it threatens transparency regarding military activities. A Pentagon spokesperson defended the guidelines as necessary for protecting sensitive information, while critics warn of hindrances to public awareness about U.S. military operations.

Sources: Reuters, AP News, NYTimes, Straitstimes.

Shooting at New Hampshire Country Club

A shooting at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua, New Hampshire, during a wedding left one dead and two injured. Hunter Nadeau, 23, has been charged with second-degree murder for killing 59-year-old Robert Steven DeCesare.

Witnesses heard Nadeau shout "Free Palestine." The critically injured victim was airlifted to a Massachusetts hospital. Four others sustained non-gunfire-related injuries while escaping.

Police detained Nadeau within 30 minutes; the shooting lasted under a minute. An attendee reportedly helped stop the shooter by using a chair. The investigation is ongoing, with additional charges expected.

Sources: NYTimes, Pbs, Wcvb.

Eye Drops for Presbyopia Treatment

A new eye drop formulation combining pilocarpine and diclofenac offers a non-invasive treatment for presbyopia, allowing patients to read two to three more lines on the Jaeger chart.

In a study with 766 participants, 99% of those using the 1% concentration improved their vision, while 69% and 84% in the 2% and 3% groups, respectively, achieved similar results.

Median improvement lasted 434 days. Mild side effects included dim vision and irritation, but no patients discontinued use. Effectiveness varied by initial vision severity, prompting a personalized treatment approach.

Future research will explore long-term quality-of-life benefits and mechanisms behind the treatment.

Sources: SciTechDaily, Medicalnewstoday, Sciencedaily.

Stem Cells Restore Brain Function in Mice

Stem cell injections have shown promise in repairing stroke-induced brain damage in mice. Human stem cells transformed into neurons within five weeks and integrated into existing brain networks.

The treatment reduced brain inflammation, improved blood-brain barrier integrity, and enhanced blood vessel formation. Mice receiving the therapy exhibited improved movement and coordination.

Delaying stem cell injections for up to a week after a stroke resulted in better outcomes, differing from prior studies focusing on immediate effects.

Future clinical trials aim to test this therapy in humans, offering potential advancements in neuroregeneration and hope for treating chronic conditions like Parkinson's disease.

Sources: Sciencealert, News-Medical, Sciencedaily.

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