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Wednesday May 28th, 2025 morning edition

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A Bronx high school student from Venezuela was detained by federal immigration officials last week following a court appearance for his asylum case.

It's the first known case of a New York City public school student being arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

NYC public school student subject to expedited removal, feds say.

Dylan, a 20-year-old Ellis Prep High School student, showed up at federal immigration court in Lower Manhattan on May 21 for a hearing on his request for asylum, and was then arrested.

His attorney said he entered the country legally under policies then in effect under the Biden administration.

ICE disputes that, saying in a statement that Dylan is "an illegal alien from Venezuela who illegally entered the U.S. more than one year ago.

He's been moved to four different detention centers, at least, in the past five or six days," Elsen-Rooney said. »

Japan Cracks Down on “Flashy” Baby Names in New Naming Law Reform

Authored by slguardian.org

For years, Japan has allowed a high degree of freedom in naming children, largely due to the nature of the Japanese writing system.

Yet for many children burdened by names that provoke ridicule or disbelief, the move may come as a long-overdue correction.

As Japan ushers in this new naming era, one thing is clear: Pikachu may remain in Pokémon games and movies, but not in the nursery. »

Apple Buys RAC7, Its First Video Game Studio – Report

Authored by gamevro.com

Apple has purchased RAC7, makers of the popular Apple Arcade game Sneaky Sasquatch.

This marks the first time Apple has ever purchased a game development studio, signaling a deeper commitment to its gaming platform, Apple Arcade.

According to Apple, the acquisition aims to help RAC7 “grow its game more on Apple Arcade” and continue delivering content updates for Sneaky Sasquatch. »

Syria, Israel in direct talks focused on security, sources say

Authored by jpost.com

The sources spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the subject for two nations with no official ties and a history of enmity.

The direct talks and their scope have not been previously reported.

Three of the sources said there had been several rounds of in-person meetings in the border region, including in territory controlled by Israel. »

443-foot ship finally pulled free after nearly hitting Norway home as owner slept: "It's time to say goodbye"

Authored by cbsnews.com
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"It's good to have said hello, but now it's time to say goodbye" the occupant of the house, Johan Helberg, told broadcaster NRK on Tuesday.

The container ship NCL Salten (C) is pictured after it has been pulled from the ground and is back at sea, on May 27, 2025 near Trondheim, Norway.

The 135-meter-long ship ran aground in the Trondheimsfjord outside Byneset on May 22, 2025, almost hitting a house. »