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US court dismisses Trump administration lawsuit over Los Angeles immigration policy

A judge rejected US President Donald Trump's administration’s argument that the city’s policy of limiting its cooperation with federal immigration authorities was unconstitutional.
A judge rejected US President Donald Trump's administration’s argument that the city’s policy of limiting its cooperation with federal immigration authorities was unconstitutional.

Have an Indian ancestor? A new proposal could soon let you play sport for India

Australian-born Ryan Williams (centre) made his debut for India in a 2-1 win against Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers clash after he became an Indian citizen.
Australian-born Ryan Williams (centre) made his debut for India in a 2-1 win against Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers clash after he became an Indian citizen.

Cape Verde’s Vozinha delighted with mother’s visa but wants to talk football

Vozinha was hailed for his heroics that helped Cape Verde hold European champions Spain 0-0 in a World Cup clash on June 15.
Vozinha was hailed for his heroics that helped Cape Verde hold European champions Spain 0-0 in a World Cup clash on June 15.

President of Wisconsin’s largest mosque released from ICE detention

FILE PHOTO: The badge of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent is seen at the airport in El Paso, Texas, U.S., May 10, 2023. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: The badge of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent is seen at the airport in El Paso, Texas, U.S., May 10, 2023. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez/File Photo

How football’s eligibility rules work and their impact on the World Cup

All 11 Morocco starters were born outside the country and developed at European clubs, save for Canadian-born but home-grown goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.
All 11 Morocco starters were born outside the country and developed at European clubs, save for Canadian-born but home-grown goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.

Death rate in ICE immigrant detention centres more than doubles under Trump, Reuters analysis finds

Yanfeng Ge shows a picture of his brother, Chaofeng Ge, who was found dead in ICE custody in 2025, in Dickens, Texas, U.S. May 26, 2026.  REUTERS/Annie Rice
Yanfeng Ge shows a picture of his brother, Chaofeng Ge, who was found dead in ICE custody in 2025, in Dickens, Texas, U.S. May 26, 2026.  REUTERS/Annie Rice

Australia must be ‘monocultural’, says right-wing leader Pauline Hanson

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson pledged to "slash" migration, including restricting the entry of people "from places immersed in extremism like radical Islam".
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson pledged to "slash" migration, including restricting the entry of people "from places immersed in extremism like radical Islam".

How a cup of tea tells the story of globalisation

In this age of globalisation, people need to see governments addressing their insecurities, protecting their livelihoods, dignity and way of life, says Health Minister Ong Ye Kung.
In this age of globalisation, people need to see governments addressing their insecurities, protecting their livelihoods, dignity and way of life, says Health Minister Ong Ye Kung.

Sweden passes ‘good behaviour’ law to kick out misbehaving immigrants

The government has mentioned unpaid debts, not paying taxes, criminality and links to extremist organisations as examples of 'bad behaviour'.
The government has mentioned unpaid debts, not paying taxes, criminality and links to extremist organisations as examples of 'bad behaviour'.

Ghana chides ‘high-handed and unfair’ Canada for denying visa to midfielder Thomas Partey

FILE PHOTO: Ghana national team and Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing two additional counts of rape and has pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, leaves the Southwark Crown Court in London, Britain, April 13, 2026. REUTERS/Hannah McKay
FILE PHOTO: Ghana national team and Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing two additional counts of rape and has pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, leaves the Southwark Crown Court in London, Britain, April 13, 2026. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.