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  • MIL-OSI Global: Can Mark Carney truly connect with Canadian voters? Canada will now find out

    Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Kevin Quigley, Scholarly Director of the MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance, Dalhousie University

    After a busy two weeks as prime minister, Mark Carney has called an election for April 28.

    As the first in Canadian history to be named prime minister without ever having held public office, Carney is hoping he can win the trust of Canadians. He’ll run for a seat in the Ottawa riding of Nepean.

    Trustworthiness is awarded to those who are at least perceived as knowledgeable, transparent and concerned. Can Carney pull it off?

    When it comes to economics, Carney is among the most knowledgeable in the country. After obtaining a PhD at the University of Oxford, Carney has had a distinguished public service career in the Canadian Department of Finance, the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England.

    With such a high level of economic uncertainty today in the face of repeated threats from United States President Donald Trump, his supporters say he’s the right person to lead Canada. His chief rival, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, was first elected to the House of Commons at the age of 25 and has quite a different CV.

    Is Carney empathetic?

    Carney, however, might struggle more with the other characteristics of trustworthiness — seeming open and showing concern.

    The Conservatives have criticized Carney for not being more transparent about his private financial interests. While Carney is following disclosure rules, the Conservatives argue Canadians need to know more about whether he’s in a conflict of interest when he makes decisions in government.

    Carney’s answers to questions about his time at Brookfield Asset Management have on occasion been unsteady.

    On the surface, this is about transparency, but in fact it’s just as much about empathy and whether Carney can relate to working-class voters. By alluding to Carney’s wealth and connections, the Conservatives are implying that Carney is an out-of-touch elite who doesn’t share the concerns of average Canadians.

    Some of the early visuals of Carney can cut both ways.

    His recent chummy embrace at the Élysée with French President Emmanuel Macron exemplifies how immediately comfortable he is with world leaders. Some will find this reassuring, given the state of geopolitics; others might find it privileged and off-putting. Even his hockey skills, which were part of a recent photo-op in Edmonton when he practised with the Oilers, were acquired partly during his time at Harvard University, an institution among the most elite in the world.

    Empathy, instinct

    Can Carney connect with people?

    Arguably, he needs work on this front. He might consider some of his Liberal predecessors.

    Former prime minister Justin Trudeau could certainly rally a crowd. Trudeau became a motivational speaker in the 2000s and used opportunities like the WE Charity to practise public speaking to what would become an important constituency for him — young voters — when he led the Liberals to victory in 2015.

    Not everything can be taught at school. Political instinct is also crucial. It requires reconciling the knowledge of experts with the concerns of everyday citizens. There is no formula for this balance sheet.

    Here again, Trudeau had insight. Bill Morneau, a corporate executive himself and the former federal finance minister, noted after the COVID-19 pandemic that government payouts had been too generous and driven more by Trudeau’s view of the politics of the moment than by the economic analysis provided to him by the Finance Department.

    This may be so, but most would say Trudeau handled the early stages of the pandemic deftly.

    Chretien’s skills

    It was interesting that at the recent Liberal convention confirming Carney as leader, delegates gushed over former prime minister Jean Chretien, far from an elitist. A winner of three consecutive majorities, Chretien delivered a speech that went over at least as well with delegates as Carney’s.

    Chretien had unparalleled political instincts. When Conservative Prime Minister Brian Mulroney rolled out the GST in 1991, it was deeply unpopular. Despite Chretien later famously backtracking on his original opposition to the GST, the Liberal Party under his stewardship used the issue to exact maximum damage on the Progressive Conservatives, delivering them a near-fatal blow.

    Chretien’s killer instincts trumped expert knowledge. While the Progressive Conservatives paid a heavy price for adopting the GST, the policy was largely advocated and shaped by business and economic elites, including in the Department of Finance. Good economics does not always make for good politics.

    Emotions to run high

    If the 1988 federal election that focused almost exclusively on free trade with the U.S. is any indication of what the next few weeks will look like in Canada, the election campaign is going to get heated quickly. Arguments may be more emotional than sensible.

    The fact that Carney dropped the carbon tax and capital gains tax was an early sign that he’s not an economist anymore, he’s a politician.

    The challenge for Carney — and for any politician in the heat of an election campaign battle — will be to find the sweet spot that reconciles expert opinion with public concerns and to articulate policies in a manner that voters will understand and support.

    Kevin Quigley receives funding from SSHRC.

    – ref. Can Mark Carney truly connect with Canadian voters? Canada will now find out – https://theconversation.com/can-mark-carney-truly-connect-with-canadian-voters-canada-will-now-find-out-252365

    MIL OSI – Global Reports –

  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Child Poverty – CPAG calls on Ministers to reverse lunch cuts with Budget bid

    Source: Child Poverty Action Group

    The Child Poverty Action Group is urging senior Government Ministers to put children first and find the money needed to reverse the cuts it has made to the school lunches programme.
    CPAG has today written to Minister of Finance Nicola Willis with a ‘Budget Bid’ on behalf of the children of New Zealand.
    CPAG Executive Director Sarita Divis said David Seymour, Erica Stanford, Winston Peters and Louise Upston had been copied into the bid and CPAG wanted one of them to put the bid in.
    “It’s been problem after problem with school lunches this year: late deliveries, flies in food, inappropriate and unsafe food for students, a student in hospital with burns. Not to mention excessive wastage and lost economic opportunities for local community suppliers,” Ms Divis said.
    “The time has come for the Government to admit the cuts were a mistake and to put things right by funding the previous model properly.”
    CPAG was also concerned that nutritional information about the food under the new model was not clear. Good nutrition is essential for children, especially if they are not having breakfast or dinner.
    A recent Talbot Mills poll showed 60 percent of voters want the government to reinstate the previous Ka Ora, Ka Ako system.
    “Budgets and taxes are how we prioritise the things that really matter and the Government needs to put children first,” Ms Divis said.
    “Ministers will right now be putting in their Budget bids for Budget 2025. We ask the Ministers to consider stepping forward to do the right and compassionate thing, which is what most Kiwis want, and reverse the cuts for the children of New Zealand.”
    As well as reinstating the budgeted amount for food from $3 back to $8 per meal, CPAG wanted schools to once again be able to source school lunches from local community suppliers.
    “The new model has been bad news for children. David Seymour continues to say it’s working well, but Kiwis know that’s just not the case,” CPAG Deputy Chair Rich Greissman says.
    “Funding needs to be found in Vote Education, which is within the power of both Ministers Stanford and Seymour.”
    Ms Divis said Minister Upston, as Minister for Child Poverty Reduction, was also well within her power to call for funding to be reversed.
    “Corporate tax cuts or feeding hungry kids? It’s a no-brainer. The Government can find the money to do this. It is a choice.”
    Based on the 2023 and 2024 Budget Summary of Initiatives, CPAG refers to estimates of the cost of restoring school lunches to their 2024 standard, between $107-115 extra a year.
    There are also hidden costs to the new model, with many schools citing unexpected costs associated with the new model that are not covered by the School Lunch Collective.
    For example, schools are now having to employ people to remove waste which comes out of a school’s operations budget.
    Background
    The Ka Ora Ka Ako Healthy School Lunches programme was introduced in 2020 to meet genuine unmet needs in New Zealand classrooms and homes.
    It was a policy created by New Zealand First when it was in government with Labour and championed by former NZ First MP Tracey Martin which is why Winston Peters has also been copied into CPAG’s letter.
    In the lead up to the 2023 election, National leader Christopher Luxon described Ka Ora, Ka Ako as a “good programme” and promised it would “continue to improve each and every year under a National government”.
    A Ministry of Education evaluation of the original Ka Ora, Ka Ako in October 2022 found that the wellbeing results of the programme often exceeded expectations, with even greater benefits for students who rarely had enough food at home. Other benefits included less hunger at school, improvement in dietary patterns and greater local employment.
    The Child Poverty Action group is concerned the new model for school lunches, along with the cuts to the programme budget, puts these gains at risk.
    Under the Child Poverty Reduction Act (2018), the Government is legally required to address child poverty rates in the Budget with specific policies.
    The Child Poverty Action Group believes an additional $115m a year of funding for the school lunches programme represents a remarkably small cost when the wider economic and social benefits of Ka Ora, Ka Ako are considered.

    MIL OSI New Zealand News –

  • MIL-OSI: Zaminer Cloud Mining Introduces New Opportunities in Cryptocurrency Mining

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Earn Passive Income with Zaminer

    MIDDLESEX, United Kingdom, March 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As blockchain technology continues to evolve and digital currencies gain traction, the cryptocurrency mining industry is expanding rapidly. ZA FUNDINGS LTD, through its cloud mining platform Zaminer, is introducing innovative solutions to make cryptocurrency mining more accessible, secure, and efficient for users of all levels.

    Simplified and Scalable Cloud Mining

    Zaminer eliminates the need for expensive mining hardware and complex technical setups by leveraging cloud computing. Users can easily create an account and select a computing power package that aligns with their needs, enabling a seamless entry into cryptocurrency mining.

    According to representatives from Zaminer, the platform utilizes state-of-the-art distributed data center technology and advanced mining algorithms to enhance efficiency and optimize mining operations. By removing traditional barriers to entry, Zaminer aims to create a more inclusive mining ecosystem.

    How Users Can Participate

    Zaminer provides an intuitive process for users to start mining cryptocurrencies:

    1. Register an Account: Sign up on the official Zaminer website
    2. Fund the Account: Users can deposit funds via USDT, BTC, and ETH.
    3. Select a Mining Plan: Various computing power packages are available in the “Computing Power Market”.
    4. Start Mining: Once a package is purchased, mining begins automatically, requiring no further manual intervention.
    5. Withdraw Earnings: Users can withdraw funds once their account balance meets the minimum threshold.

    Mining Potential and Considerations

    Mining outcomes depend on factors such as computing power, market conditions, and network difficulty. While some users have found mining to be a viable method of participating in the digital asset economy, results will vary.

    Contract options, durations, and potential earnings

    Key Advantages of the Zaminer Platform Include:

    • Accessibility: No need for specialized equipment or technical expertise.
    • Optimized Profitability: Advanced algorithms enhance mining efficiency
    • Security: Multi-layer encryption and distributed storage protect user assets.
    • Flexible Investment Options: Multiple computing power packages cater to different needs.
    • Global Infrastructure: A network of data centers ensures mining services.

    Advancing the Future of Digital Asset Mining

    As the global digital economy evolves, innovative cloud mining solutions continue to shape the cryptocurrency sector. Zaminer, backed by ZA FUNDINGS LTD, remains committed to developing blockchain-based solutions that provide users with secure and accessible ways to engage in cryptocurrency mining.

    “Our goal is to provide a simplified and efficient mining experience for users interested in participating in the digital economy,” said a Zaminer representative.

    About ZA FUNDINGS LTD

    ZA FUNDINGS LTD is a provider of blockchain-based financial solutions, specializing in cloud mining and digital asset management. Through its flagship platform, Zaminer, the company aims to empower individuals and businesses to participate in the growing cryptocurrency economy.

    Media Contact:
    ZA FUNDINGS LTD
    Email: info@Zaminer.com 
    Website: https://www.zaminer.com/ 

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a69f153c-2ced-4f66-802d-4ed60e20d5f3

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/1a02c975-067d-4a3c-9cde-4c998777eaac

    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI Australia: Sydney’s future rail and road connections to be mapped out for funding from Albanese Government

    Source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency

    The Albanese Government is building on its recent $1 billion investment to protect the corridor for the South West Sydney Rail Extension by investing $32.5 million to map out other road and rail corridors across the city. 

    We’re investing $20 million to plan for three future programs: 

    • A preliminary business case for the New Cumberland Line 
    • A preliminary business case for T8 Airport & South and T2 Leppington & Inner West line upgrades
    • Outer South West Housing Enablement Development Program

    Building on the current Cumberland Line on the Sydney rail network, the New Cumberland Line would provide an enhanced north west-south west rail connection, better linking Western Sydney’s major population centres. 

    The preliminary business case will provide Government with a road map for future investments in transformative north-south rail links to improve public transport between Greater Parramatta, Fairfield, Bradfield and Liverpool. 

    Upgrades to the T8 Airport & South and T2 Leppington & Inner West rail lines will also be explored, to better connect Sydney’s south west to Parramatta and the harbour CBD. 

    The Preliminary Business Case will consider investments to upgrade existing rail networks and expand fast, frequent and reliable rail services into Sydney’s Outer South West.

    To support this, we’re investing in the Outer South West Housing Enablement Development Program component will support project development on future infrastructure initiatives that enable new housing and improve transport links in outer South West Sydney.

    An additional $12.5 million will also be invested to develop Final Business Cases for both the Devonshire Link Road and Bradfield Metro Link Road, critical connections in the Western Sydney International Airport Precinct Road Network. Investing in these business cases delivers on a high priority recommendation of the 2023 Western Sydney Transport Infrastructure Panel Independent Report. 

    When built, the Bradfield Metro Link Road will link Fifteenth Avenue, Badgerys Creek Road and the Eastern Ring Road. The Australian and NSW governments recently announced a $1 billion joint investment to upgrade Fifteenth Avenue. 

    Subject to finalisation of the scope, the 3 kilometre long, 45 metre wide road is expected to feature two traffic lanes and two dedicated bus lanes, as well as walking and cycling shared paths on both sides. 

    The Devonshire Road Link Project is a critical junction that completes the network of road projects, including Mamre Road, Elizabeth Drive, and the M12 Motorway. This vital link will also connect the Mamre Road Precinct, which hosts the Western Sydney Employment Area and the future freight intermodal, to the M12 and the Elizabeth Drive, reducing travel times and improving freight access and connectivity.

    Quotes attributable to Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:

    “Sydney’s incredible growth has to be matched by an ambitious and well-considered infrastructure pipeline. 

    “Our final business cases will bed down the future roads the Western Sydney Airport precinct needs to keep people moving. 

    “We also know a city’s public transport network always needs to evolve to keep pace with how people travel and where they want to go. Our new preliminary business cases on a New Cumberland Line and capacity upgrades on the existing network will provide a roadmap for future rail connections across the city. 

    “In the early 2010s, when Anthony Albanese was Infrastructure Minister, he was commissioning comprehensive studies on Sydney’s second airport. Today, that airport is nearing completion with freight flights due to start next year, with passenger flights not long after. 

    “City building takes time, but we know that careful, detailed planning leads to excellent results.”

    MIL OSI News –

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Dempster Highway now part of Yukon Resource Gateway Project

    Source: Government of Canada regional news

    Dempster Highway now part of Yukon Resource Gateway Project
    hgillesp
    March 22, 2025 – 11:11 am

    This a joint news release between the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon.

    To enhance Arctic security, regional connectivity and ongoing access to resources, the governments of Yukon and Canada have agreed to include the Dempster Highway in the Yukon Resource Gateway Project. This is a significant step in the ongoing enhancement of Canada’s only all-season highway crossing to the Arctic Circle.

    The Dempster Highway is a vital regional link for Yukoners and the communities it serves, both in the Yukon and in the Northwest Territories. This nationally significant highway enables the transportation of resources, goods and services while attracting tourists from around the world.

    By including the Dempster Highway in the Yukon Resource Gateway Project, the Government of Yukon is investing in improving year-round reliability, upgrading northern infrastructure, and ensuring safer, more efficient travel for Yukoners. The planned improvements will focus on making the highway safer and more reliable through road surface improvements, road reconstruction, avalanche and rockfall mitigation, sinkhole repairs, improved roadside safety measures and improved drainage.

    This work will create jobs for Yukoners, strengthen northern communities, drive economic growth, and help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

    Initiated in 2017, the Yukon Resource Gateway Project supports infrastructure upgrades for existing roads in mineral rich areas to support long-term, sustainable mineral development. With the addition of the Dempster Highway, the project will now also contribute to supporting Arctic security and sovereignty.

    For each component of the Yukon Resource Gateway Project, the Government of Yukon negotiates a project agreement with the Yukon First Nation in whose Traditional Territory the project resides. These project agreements provide a process for the Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations governments to work collaboratively to create meaningful employment and business opportunities that create lasting benefits.

    By building a more resilient Dempster Highway, we are enhancing a critical corridor that serves multiple sectors, including tourism and the transport of vital supplies to local communities. This addition to the project compliments our ongoing commitment to invest in infrastructure upgrades to support economic growth and long-term, sustainable mineral development across the territory. 
     

    Modern and accessible infrastructure is a key component of resiliency and long-term economic growth for Yukoners while reinforcing their sovereignty and security. Through the inclusion of the Dempster Highway in the Yukon Resource Gateway Project, we will be able to better support the expansion, sustainability, and reliability of a vital northern route that provides essential travel and transportation.

    Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

    A strong and reliable transportation network is essential for the prosperity of our communities and industries. Investing in the Dempster Highway will improve safety, support economic opportunities, and reinforce Canada’s Arctic sovereignty. This initiative underscores our commitment to infrastructure that meets the needs of Yukoners while contributing to Canada’s broader strategic priorities in the Arctic.

    Minister of Highways and Public Works Nils Clarke

    The inclusion of the Dempster Highway in the Yukon Resource Gateway Program marks a bold step forward in fortifying our northern transportation network. This not only enhances safety and accessibility for all Yukoners, but it also paves the way for future economic opportunities. By modernizing a critical corridor and working hand-in-hand with Yukon First Nations, we are strengthening our commitment to both community prosperity and Canada’s Arctic sovereignty.

    Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker

    Quick facts

    • The Yukon Resource Gateway Project now targets roads benefiting mining, Arctic security and regional connectivity projects.

    • The project is designed to enhance the safety, reliability and accessibility of the Yukon’s road network while supporting Canada’s long-term economic growth and prosperity.

    • The Dempster Highway is a nationally significant road that connects the Yukon and the Northwest Territories to the rest of Canada via the National Highway System. As Canada’s only all-season public road crossing the Arctic Circle, the Dempster Highway is a vital transportation route for residents, businesses, and travelers. 

    Media contact

    Laura Seeley
    Cabinet Communications
    867-332-7627
    laura.seeley@yukon.ca

    Krysten Johnson
    Communications, Highways and Public Works 
    867-332-4847
    krysten.johnson@yukon.ca

    Alison Callaghan
    Communications, Energy, Mines and Resources
    867-334-3460
    alison.callaghan@yukon.ca

    News release #:

    25-127

    MIL OSI Canada News –

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada and Government of Yukon invest over $11.1M to enhance water services in Mayo and Whitehorse

    Source: Government of Canada regional news

    Government of Canada and Government of Yukon invest over $11.1M to enhance water services in Mayo and Whitehorse
    zaburke
    March 21, 2025 – 12:31 pm

    This a joint news release between the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon.

    The Village of Mayo and City of Whitehorse will see improvements to water service through two projects after a joint investment of more than $11.1 million from the federal and territorial governments. 

    In the Hillcrest Subdivision area of Whitehorse, rehabilitation of water, sewer and roads will include upgrades to the sanitary and main lines and expansion of the underground storm systems and culverts.

    In the Village of Mayo, funding for underground utility upgrades will result in safer and more accessible drinking water, improved flow of water for firefighting and better capacity to transport sewage. The rehabilitation of water infrastructure will also result in the resurfacing of the impacted roads.

    Supporting infrastructure projects that provide effective and reliable water services for communities helps create healthier environments for the future.
     

    Our government is proud to support water and sewer upgrade projects in Whitehorse and the Village of Mayo. Reliable and stable water infrastructure will benefit the wellbeing of Yukoners in their day to day lives by ensuring efficiency and resiliency in essential services for these communities for years to come.

    Member of Parliament for Yukon Dr. Brendan Hanley on behalf of Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Nathaniel Erskine-Smith

    Investing in essential infrastructure, like water services, is key to building resilient communities. The improvements in both the Village of Mayo and the City of Whitehorse will ensure safer, more reliable access to water, better sewage capacity and enhanced road systems. This joint investment of over $11.1 million reflects our commitment to strengthening the foundations of our communities and fostering a healthier, more sustainable future for Yukoners.

    Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn

    The Village of Mayo is excited with the announcement that the 4th and final phase of our long-term project to replace the outdated water and sewer infrastructure will be completed soon. This vital upgrade will ensure the Village is well-equipped for many years to come. 

    Mayo Mayor Trevor Ellis  

    We are pleased to be working in partnership with the governments of Canada and Yukon to invest in community infrastructure. Whitehorse is one of the fastest growing cities in Canada and enhancing infrastructure is key to ensuring the sustainable growth of our community. Meeting the growing needs of our city will require substantial investments in the years to come and ongoing support from our federal and territorial partners.

    Whitehorse Mayor Kirk Cameron

    Quick facts

    • The federal government is investing $9,612,500 under the Green Infrastructure Stream (GIS) and Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream (RNIS) through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). The Government of Yukon is contributing $1,537,500.

    • The Green Infrastructure Stream helps build greener communities by contributing to climate change preparedness, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting renewable technologies.

    • Including today’s announcement, over 30 infrastructure projects under the Green Infrastructure Stream have been announced in the Yukon, with a total federal contribution of more than $138 million and a total territorial contribution of nearly $32.4 million.  

    • The Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream supports projects that increase access to more efficient and reliable energy sources, improve community infrastructure and improve internet connectivity for rural and northern communities.

    • Including today’s announcement, 20 infrastructure projects under the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream have been announced in the Yukon, with a total federal contribution of more than $141 million and a total territorial contribution of nearly $39.4 million. 

    • Under the Investing in Canada Plan, the federal government is investing more than $180 billion over 12 years in public transit projects, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade and transportation routes, and Canada’s rural and northern communities. 

    • Federal funding is conditional on fulfilling all requirements related to consultation with Indigenous communities and environmental assessment obligations.

    Media contact

    Laura Seeley
    Cabinet Communications
    867-332-7627
    laura.seeley@yukon.ca 

    Taylor Harvey 
    Communications Analyst 
    Government of Yukon 
    867-332-1237 
    taylor.harvey@yukon.ca  

    Sofia Ouslis 
    Press Secretary 
    Office of the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities 
    sofia.ouslis@infc.gc.ca  

    Media Relations 
    Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada 
    613-960-9251 
    Toll free: 1-877-250-7154 
    Email: media-medias@infc.gc.ca  
    Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn 
    Web: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada 

    Matthew Cameron
    Manager, Strategic Communications
    City of Whitehorse
    867-689-0515
    matthew.cameron@whitehorse.ca 
     

    News release #:

    25-126

    Related information:

    Investing in Canada: Canada’s Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
    Green Infrastructure Stream
    Housing and Infrastructure Project Map
    Strengthened Climate Plan

    MIL OSI Canada News –

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Government launches consultations on trade measures to prevent diversion of steel products into Canada

    Source: Government of Canada News

    March 22, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – Department of Finance Canada

    Canadian steel producers and workers are facing potential harm from the threat of increased steel imports into Canada, triggered by the unjustified 25 per cent tariffs the United States (U.S.) imposed on steel products from all countries.

    Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry announced the launch of a 30-day public consultation on possible trade measures to protect against the threat of diversion of steel products from third countries into the Canadian market as a result of the recent trade measures by the U.S.

    The global steel market currently has too much supply compared to demand. This severe overcapacity leads to cheap foreign steel being sold at artificially low prices in Canada and globally. When such steel enters the Canadian market, it negatively impacts Canadian steel workers and businesses. Following recent U.S. tariffs, there is a heightened risk that these steel products may flood the Canadian market putting both producers and workers at risk. 

    Potential new trade measures would complement measures recently announced by the Government of Canada to support Canadian steel and aluminum workers and industries. As a first response to the direct threat posed by U.S. tariffs, Canada imposed 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs, effective March 13, 2025, on a list of steel products worth $12.6 billion and aluminum products worth $3 billion, as well as on additional imported U.S. goods worth $14.2 billion, for a total of $29.8 billion. 

    The federal government also applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 22, 2024. This measure was taken in response to China’s non-market policies and practices and to prevent trade diversion resulting from actions taken by Canadian trading partners. 

    Beyond these recent actions, Canada also maintains robust trade remedy and import monitoring systems to help protect against unfair trade from all sources and provides direct recourse for Canadian businesses and workers that are harmed by unfairly traded goods entering the Canadian market.

    The federal government continues to monitor the trade situation closely and will take additional steps as needed to support our industries against these threats. 

    MIL OSI Canada News –

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Removing the consumer carbon price, effective April 1, 2025

    Source: Government of Canada News

    Backgrounder

    The Government of Canada has made regulations that cease the application of the federal fuel charge, effective April 1, 2025, and is also removing requirements for provinces and territories to have a consumer-facing carbon price as of that date. These actions refocus federal carbon pollution pricing standards on ensuring carbon pricing systems are in place across Canada on a broad range of greenhouse gas emissions from industry. A price on pollution for large emitters will continue to be a pillar of Canada’s plan to build a strong economy and greener future. It is a system that is fair and effective. Industrial carbon pricing is one of the most important greenhouse gas emission reduction policies in the government’s comprehensive Emissions Reduction Plan to bend the curve and meet Canada’s 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target. Carbon pricing systems for industry are also designed to keep costs low to protect against competitiveness risks. 

    This backgrounder provides details on how removing the consumer carbon price will work and on how the proceeds return mechanisms (including the Canada Carbon Rebate) will be wound down.

    Ceasing the Application of the Federal Fuel Charge

    The federal fuel charge currently applies in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Nunavut and Yukon (referred to as listed provinces). Under the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, the fuel charge generally applies to 21 fossil fuels and combustible waste upon delivery, importation or use in listed provinces.

    The federal government removed the fuel charge, effective April 1, 2025, via regulations. It will also be considering broader amendments to the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, including proposed amendments to complete the orderly wind-down of the fuel charge.

    After March 31, 2025, the applicable fuel charge rates for all types of fuel and for combustible waste will be set to zero. Therefore, beginning on April 1, 2025, the fuel charge ceases to apply.

    The regulations will also cease the application of certain administrative requirements that are no longer necessary. Specifically:

    • After March 31, 2025, requirements for registered emitters subject to a provincial output-based performance standards system to provide certain information in respect of changes to their facilities to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change will cease to apply. After September 30, 2025, all residual requirements in respect of those registered emitters will cease to apply.
    • After March 31, 2025, no persons will be required to newly register in respect of any category or any type of fuel. All existing registrations will be cancelled on November 1, 2025.
    • For reporting periods beginning after March 31, 2025, there will be no requirement to file a return if no positive amount of fuel charge is payable.

    The regulations do not affect obligations for reporting periods prior to April 1, 2025. Fuel charge payers are still required to pay amounts owed, continue to be able to claim rebates to which they are entitled, and are subject to assessments and re-assessments in respect of past reporting periods.

    Canada Carbon Rebate

    The Canada Carbon Rebate was introduced to return direct proceeds from the federal fuel charge to residents of provinces where it applied. With the removal of the federal fuel charge effective April 1, 2025, eligible Canadians will receive a final Canada Carbon Rebate payment, starting April 22.

    In provinces where the federal fuel charge currently applies, a family of four will receive up to $456 under the base Canada Carbon Rebate for April 2025 (see table below for specified amounts by province). In addition to the base rebate amounts, a rural top-up of 20 per cent is provided for individuals residing in small and rural communities.

    To receive their Canada Carbon Rebate for April 2025, Canadians need to file their 2024 tax return. For Canadians who are registered for direct deposit with the Canada Revenue Agency, the Canada Carbon Rebate will be deposited directly into their bank account; otherwise, the Canada Carbon Rebate will be delivered via cheque. For those who have a spouse or common-law partner, the person who files their tax return first will receive the Canada Carbon Rebate amount for all members of the household, including children.

    Table 1
    April 2025 Canada Carbon Rebate Amounts, as specified by the Minister of Finance
    ($)
    NL PEI* NS NB ON MB SK AB
    First Adult 149 110 110 165 151 150 206 228
    Second Adult 74.50 55 55 82.50 75.50 75 103 114
    Each Child 37.25 27.50 27.50 41.25 37.75 37.50 51.50 57
    Family of Four 298 220 220 330 302 300 412 456
    *As all residents in PEI are considered to be living in a small or rural community, the rural supplement is already included in the base amounts for that province. The amounts for other provinces do not include the rural supplement; those eligible for the supplement will receive 20 per cent more.

    Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses

    In provinces where the fuel charge currently applies, a portion of fuel charge proceeds from the price on pollution is returned to eligible small- and medium-sized businesses via the Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses, an automatic, refundable tax credit provided directly to eligible businesses.

    With the removal of the federal fuel charge effective April 1, 2025, the Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses payment in respect of the 2024-25 fuel charge year will be the final payment to eligible businesses.

    The Minister of Finance will specify payment rates to return the previously specified $623.1 million in proceeds for the 2024-25 fuel charge year once sufficient information is available from the 2024 taxation year.

    Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments

    In provinces where the fuel charge was in place prior to April 1, 2025, a portion of fuel charge proceeds from the price on pollution is being returned to eligible federally recognized Indigenous governments by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) through grant agreements delivered by the Fuel Charge Proceeds Fund for Indigenous Governments (FCPFIG). The FCPFIG offers maximum flexibility for eligible First Nations, Inuit, and Métis governments to manage and use their share of fuel charge proceeds towards self-determined priorities.

    Following the removal of the federal fuel charge effective April 1, 2025, ECCC will continue to work with eligible recipients to return $531.5 million in proceeds for the 2020-21 to 2024-25 period, consistent with the amounts previously specified by the Minister of Finance. The Government of Canada is committed to establishing the necessary grant agreements and issuing payments through the FCPFIG to eligible Indigenous governments as soon as possible.

    Return of Fuel Charge Proceeds to Farmers Tax Credit

    Recognizing that many farmers use natural gas and propane in their operations, the federal government provides a refundable tax credit to return fuel charge proceeds to farming businesses that operate in provinces where the federal fuel charge currently applies.

    The Minister of Finance has the authority under the Income Tax Act to specify payment rates for eligible farming expenses that are incurred in the 2025 calendar year, which would have corresponded to returns of fuel charge proceeds for the 2025-26 fuel charge year, and the designated provinces in which these payment rates will apply. Those provinces are Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

    With the removal of the federal fuel charge effective April 1, 2025, the Return of Fuel Charge Proceeds to Farmers Tax Credit in respect of the 2024-25 fuel charge year will be the final credit available to eligible farming businesses. Consequently, the Minister of Finance has specified the payment rate per $1,000 in eligible farming expenses that are incurred in the 2025 calendar year (in respect of the 2025-26 fuel charge year), in the designated provinces, to be nil.

    This nil payment rate replaces the payment rate for the same calendar year (and fuel charge year) that was previously announced on January 10, 2025.

    Strengthening Industrial Carbon Pricing

    Canada’s Emissions Reduction Plan contains a comprehensive suite of mitigation measures, strategies, and investments, including policies that complement carbon pricing. A price on pollution for large emitters will continue to be a pillar of Canada’s plan to build a prosperous net-zero economy and make progress on climate targets. According to independent estimates, industrial carbon pricing is the climate policy with the single largest contribution to achieving our climate targets, all while helping us transform and grow our economy. The government intends to refocus federal carbon pollution pricing requirements on ensuring carbon pricing systems are in place across Canada on a broad range of greenhouse gas emissions from industry. The government intends to strengthen Canada’s approach to carbon pricing for industry to ensure its continued effectiveness.

    The federal government intends to engage with provinces, territories, Indigenous Peoples, and stakeholders on changes to the minimum national stringency standards for carbon pollution pricing, known as the federal ‘benchmark’ criteria.

    Changes would focus the benchmark on ensuring industrial pricing systems continue to maximize emissions reductions and encourage the transition to low carbon technologies, while protecting industry against competitiveness and carbon leakage impacts. Improving the emissions performance of Canadian industry makes it more efficient and can support its competitiveness as Canada works to diversify its trading relationships and deepen market access, especially in jurisdictions that increasingly value lower emitting goods, such as the European Union.

    The goal of the benchmark criteria would continue to be that systems are similarly stringent, fair and effective. The benchmark review will consider opportunities to strengthen industrial carbon markets so that they deliver the incentives needed for major decarbonization projects across industry, while creating jobs and driving investment in the technologies that will shape the clean economies of the future.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Backgrounder: Federal government invests in water and wastewater infrastructure to support more housing

    Belleville

    Ontario

    Avonlough Sanitary Pumping Station and Conveyance

    The Avonlough Sanitary Pumping Station and conveyance project will ultimately service approximately 9,000 new residential units in the west end of the City of Belleville. This project will unlock development lands in the Loyalist West Secondary Plan area by constructing a new sanitary pumping station, force main, and gravity and pressure sewers along Bridge Street West.

    $16,155,576

    Cape Breton Regional Municipality

    *Announced March 18, 2025

    Nova Scotia

    CBU Water Supply and Housing Development

    Cape Breton University’s growing campus requires increased housing availability in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality and the current campus requires a sustainable and dependable drinking water supply as the former operator of their private system, Nova Scotia Community College, has relocated to Downtown Sydney. This project will include a new water supply to Cape Breton University and the neighbouring Tanglewood subdivision development, which will support upwards of 200 new units.

    $10,200,000

    Cape Breton Regional Municipality

    *Announced March 18, 2025

    Nova Scotia

    Tartan Downs Development for Sydney, Nova Scotia

    This investment seeks to create a modern, vibrant neighborhood on a 24-acre site in the central urban district of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM). The project aims to provide affordable housing, student and senior housing, community inclusion characteristics, and commercial/retail features. By addressing the affordable housing shortage in CBRM, the project will enhance social interaction, improve the well-being of residents, and offer opportunities for cultural exchanges.

    $6,921,194

    Clarenville

    Newfoundland and Labrador

    Affordable Housing Project for Clarenville, NL

    This project involves upgrades to water and sewer distributions systems in Pleasant Street and Thompson Street Extension. To assist the Town of Clarenville in addressing current and future housing shortages, this project aims to support the construction of 173 new housing units, with the opportunity to build an additional 350 units in future.

    $3,701,705

    Curve Lake First Nation

    Ontario

    Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Systems for Curve Lake FN, ON: Installing up to three Miranda systems to support growing infrastructure with a sustainable, future-ready solution

    The Curve Lake First Nation Decentralized Wastewater Treatment System project seeks to address the community’s pressing wastewater challenges by implementing modern and sustainable solutions that meet immediate needs and support long-term growth. The project includes feasibility studies, site planning, and the construction of three decentralized wastewater treatment systems using Miranda’s Rotating Biological Contactor (RBC) technology. Unlike traditional systems that require extensive land use and maintenance, the Miranda system offers a compact, scalable, and cost-effective solution.

    This project represents a forward-thinking approach to wastewater management. By addressing current needs while preparing for future growth, the decentralized systems will ensure a healthier, more sustainable community for generations to come.

    $8,184,800

    East Hants

    *Announced March 20, 2025

    Nova Scotia

    Brookside Wastewater Revitalization

    This project aims to increase overall wastewater capacity for both short-term and long-term growth in Lantz. It will support the rebalancing of wastewater catchment areas through Lantz in a way that enables capacity, and be built with resiliency that sets up both existing and future infrastructure in the area for impacts from extreme weather events that can cause localized flooding, inflow, and infiltration into the wastewater system. This project aims to support the development of 128 dwellings as well as setting up for further growth beyond that for Lantz. This project will take relief off existing infrastructure that will prolong current asset life of those pre-existing wastewater catchment areas that are downstream of the project area.

    $6,307,410

    Fredericton

    New Brunswick

    Fredericton Northeast Growth Area Water System Extension

    This project aims to provide essential water and sewer infrastructure for the immediate development of the Northeast Growth Area, which will include a variety of residential development ranging from single detached dwellings, various forms of missing middle housing, and apartments from 4-8 floors. The Northeast Growth Area features a number of affordable housing developments by local non-profits along with a co-operative housing development. The additional 900 units are on city-owned land, which supports one of the City’s initiatives through the Housing Accelerator Fund to create neighbourhoods of the future – enabling mixed use development on City-owned properties.

    $3,552,027

    Greater Sudbury

    *Announced March 21, 2025

    Ontario

    Lively-Walden Wastewater System Upgrades Project for the City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario

    The Lively-Walden Wastewater System Upgrades will increase sanitary sewer capacity in the Lively/Walden sewershed within the City of Greater Sudbury. The infrastructure upgrades will enable the construction of 3,300 new homes in the City.

    $27,980,000

    Hamilton

    Ontario

    The Lotus Avenue Wastewater Upgrade project

    The Lotus Avenue Wastewater Upgrade project is a vital infrastructure initiative designed to support the development of 261 purpose-built rental units at 60 Caledon Avenue in Hamilton. This wastewater upgrade will increase the system’s capacity, enabling it to support the 261 residential units and allow for the future development of an additional 384 residential units in the community.

    $500,000

    Iqaluit

    Nunavut

    Collaborative land development for Iqaluit, Nunavut

    The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA), and the City of Iqaluit (City) have collectively identified the benefits of a collaboration to advance land development in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

    The creation of a private-public collaboration between the local Inuit organizations and municipal government is an innovative approach to ease the land deficit faced by Iqaluit. This collaboration will enable development of the Inuit Owned Land (IOL) and provide access to and develop the landlocked municipal lands north of the IOL. This development area will promote a prominent gateway to the City of Iqaluit; linking the airport terminal to the City Core Area.

    $33,002,103

    Memramcook

    *Announced March 21, 2025

    New Brunswick

    Memramcook Water Distribution System Expansion Project – Phase 4

    The main objective of the Memramcook Water Distribution System Expansion Project – Phase 4 is to strengthen the municipal infrastructure by expanding the existing water distribution system to meet the growing drinking water needs of residents. This capital project includes the new construction and modernization of existing infrastructure.

    $4,119,339

    Michipicoten First Nation

    Ontario

    Michipicoten First Nation Water Treatment Plan Upgrades

    The project will upgrade Michipicoten First Nation’s water treatment plant, increasing the plant capacity by 250% to allow the community to support the increasing on-reserve population and planned housing developments. This work will allow for a filter-to-waste feature enabling the plant to meet regulations for water treatment. project will also increase the current reservoir’s volume for fire protection.

    $10,834,746

    Mississauga

    Ontario

    Reconstruction of Little Etobicoke Creek in Mississauga, Ontario

    This project addresses urgent stormwater management challenges in the Little Etobicoke Creek corridor to enable housing growth and enhance climate resilience. The reconstruction plan includes upgrades to the watercourse and essential infrastructure, to significantly increase flow capacity and mitigate flood risks. These improvements will unlock developable land for 6,300 new housing units in a key growth area centered around the Dixie GO Major Transit Station Area (MTSA).

    $24,247,888

    Municipality of Lakeshore

    Ontario

    County Road 22 Sanitary Sewer Expansion for Municipality of Lakeshore, Ontario

    This project is designed to address critical wastewater infrastructure challenges in the Municipality of Lakeshore, Essex County, while supporting anticipated population growth by 2042. The project directly benefits over 2,600 homes by protecting them from flooding and facilitates development in the Wallace Woods Secondary Planning Area, which is expected to accommodate approximately 53,000 residents.

    $36,814,400

    Municipality of the County of Kings

    Nova Scotia

    New Zeke Brook Water Treatment Plant and Well Systems, Greenwood, Nova Scotia

    This project involves the construction of a new water treatment plant and related well systems for the Greenwood Water Utility, owned and operated by the Municipality of the County of Kings. It involves expanding the servicing capacity of the Greenwood Water Utility by constructing and connecting the new groundwater supply and drinking water treatment facility to the Greenwood Water Utility. This would enable residential housing development along Highway 201, a density housing project in the Village and western areas of Greenwood, and potentially provide future drinking water service connection to the Village of Kingston.

    $1,459,304

    Oromocto

    New Brunswick

    Installing of Water, Sewer Infrastructure in Cyr St Extension to Open Up Town Owned High Density Residential Zoned Property to Increase Supply of Multi-unit Housing

    This project involves installing water and wastewater infrastructure to unlock access to 5.7 hectares of Town-owned land, including 4.4 hectares zoned for high-density residential development. This project could support an additional 300 dwelling units, along with commercial amenities, all within walking distance of an existing school.

    $899,625

    Petrolia

    Ontario

    Upsizing Petrolia Line/Oil Heritage Road Watermain in Petrolia, Ontario

    This project includes replacing the existing watermain on Petrolia Line from the east of Bear Creek to Oil Heritage Road and further south.

    The southeast end of Petrolia is facing a residential development roadblock as the current watermain cannot support any additional dwellings. The success of this project will enable five developments to resume, resulting in 1,032 new units to Petrolia’s housing supply.

    $1,347,802

    Port Colborne

    Ontario

    Investing in Tomorrow: Improvements to Port Colborne’s Infrastructure to Support Housing Growth

    This project entails accelerating the construction of housing-enabling infrastructure to create new housing supply and improve densification in three areas of Port Colborne:

    1. Sugarloaf Street and Marina Drive,
    2. Highway 140 and Highway 3, and
    3. Lockview Park.

    The construction of 850 units in Sugarloaf Street and Marina Drive will lead to increased wastewater flows, which the City’s existing sewer network cannot adequately handle.

    The City plans to provide additional wastewater capacity via a new 300mm diameter forcemain and by utilizing the Niagara Region’s new servicing tunnel. This essential infrastructure will directly support a 2,240 home subdivision by addressing the City’s wastewater capacity limitations on the east side of the canal.

    $19,250,000

    Riverview

    New Brunswick

    Mill Creek Naturalized Stormwater Pond

    The Mill Creek Naturalized Detention Pond project is an initiative focused on the new construction of essential stormwater management infrastructure to support the full build-out of Carriage Hill, Riverview’s fastest-growing residential neighborhood. This pond is a critical requirement for the construction of over 939 residential units, as well as other development in the area.

    $800,000

    Saskatoon

    Saskatchewan

    Infill and Redevelopment Water and Sewer Capacity Improvement, City of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

    This project seeks to achieve increased capacity for sewer and watermains to allow for infill growth in identified areas of the city. This will be done by replacing and upsizing key strategic watermains and sewer mains that serve large portions of the city. Replacing these with higher capacity mains will open areas of the city for infill. The projects are expected to provide capacity to add an additional 2,400 residences to areas that can currently support 4,975 residences.

    $9,729,820

    Saskatoon

    Saskatchewan

    New Organics Processing Facility for Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

    This project will build a city-owned organics processing facility that will provide the City of Saskatoon with the ability to process all organic waste from the green cart program and from residential and commercial waste drop-off.  The facility will also be built to accommodate for the City’s future growth. In addition, by diverting organic waste away from the landfill, this project will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental pollution.

    $8,480,000

    Sault Ste. Marie

    Ontario

    West End Treatment Plant Upgrades – Phase 2 for the City of Sault Ste. Marie

    This project will help ensure that the West End Wastewater Treatment Plant (WEWTP) can continue to meet the needs of Sault Ste. Marie’s growing population and forecasted housing needs into the next decade. The City is undertaking important upgrades to its WEWTP to support planned growth in the west catchment area, reduce maintenance demands, and improve operational efficiencies.

    $22,981,000

    Torbay

    *Announced March 21, 2025

    Newfoundland and Labrador

    Addressing Drinking Water Infrastructure Issues in the Town of Torbay

    The proposed project involves the construction of a new municipal water supply to ensure the supply of clean, safe, and reliable drinking water for the community and its residents. This facility aims to address current challenges such as aging infrastructure, insufficient capacity to supply the town with clean drinking water, and the increasing demand for potable water due to population growth. Additionally, it seeks to meet or exceed regulatory standards for water quality and support sustainable water management practices.
    The construction of a new water supply facility aims to achieve several key objectives, primarily focused on ensuring a safe, reliable, and sustainable water supply.

    $26,886,875

    Whitehorse

    Yukon

    Water Treatment Plant for Whitehorse, Yukon

    The Selkirk Water Treatment Plant (WTP) upgrade project aims to address critical public health and infrastructure challenges faced by the City of Whitehorse. The overarching objective is to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality drinking water that meets Yukon Environmental Health Services regulations and accommodates the city’s projected population growth through 2040 and beyond. The Selkirk WTP will serve 11,293 existing housing units and enable the development of 7,338 new housing units by 2045, directly supporting Whitehorse’s growth objectives.

    $44,197,078

    Yellowknife

    Northwest Territories

    Lift Station #1 and Sewage Forcemain Replacement – City of Yellowknife

    This project is for the complete replacement of Lift Station #1 and the accompanying sewage forcemain, as well as the demolition of the old lift station once permanent connections are established and the replacement project is complete. Lift Station #1 is the second largest sewage lift station in the City’s wastewater conveyance system. Yellowknife and the service area for this lift station have grown considerably and the age and design capacity of this lift station is becoming an impediment to future development.

    $41,025,000

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Making Britain a science superpower

    Source: Liberal Democrats UK

    British scientists and researchers already punch above their weight. This technological innovation is essential to tackling the major challenges of our time; climate breakdown, conflict, economic stagnation, crumbling public services, and social unrest.

    The last Conservative government utterly failed UK science and innovation with a total lack of strategy and interest. From their hostile attitude towards international collaboration and ideological hostility to sensible regulation, to the shambolic adoption of technology in the public sector and chaotic management of the economy putting off investment.

    Now the new Labour Government risks making the same mistakes. Already they have cancelled the exascale supercomputer in Edinburgh, a short-sighted cost-saving measure, symbolic of their lack of vision and understanding of how science and technology works.

    Liberal Democrats take a different approach, one grounded in our values of internationalism, respect for individual rights, and challenging concentrations of power. 

    Today we’re setting out the rescue plan that science and innovation in the UK needs:

    • A national and international science and technology strategy that raises R&D spending to 3.5% of GDP.
    • Measures to invest in education, including through a teacher workforce strategy to ensure every secondary school child is taught STEM subjects by a specialist.
    • A National People Strategy alongside an industrial strategy to ensure the UK workforce has the necessary skills and people are protected from disruption.
    • Measures to strengthen UK universities as world leaders in research including by fully participating in Horizon Europe, and enacting a decade-long program of increasing and improving research funding with a package of measures to improve spin-outs.
    • Sensible regulation of AI, including a National AI Strategy.
    • A comprehensive public sector technology policy and investment plan.
    • Tackling regional inequality through a digital inclusion strategy, national investment in digital infrastructure and investing in local government.
    • Investing in green technologies to help mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Illegal Alien Extradited From Honduras to Face Justice for Alleged Killing of Sarah Root

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    Eswin Mejia Fled to Honduras to Evade Prosecution for Killing Iowan Sarah Root in a Drunk Driving Accident

    WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced that Eswin Mejia, an illegal alien arrested for killing 21-year-old Sarah Root in a drunk driving crash, was successfully extradited from Honduras by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).

    In January 2016, Mejia, an illegal alien, was arrested for vehicular homicide, killing Sarah Root in Douglas County, Nebraska. His blood alcohol content was three times over the legal limit. He was arrested and released on a bond in February 2016 and subsequently fled the country to evade prosecution.

    In the aftermath of this tragedy, Sarah’s Law was introduced in the United States Congress and was later added as an amendment to the Laken Riley Act. The law requires illegal aliens who have committed crimes against Americans to be detained. This was the first piece of legislation President Trump signed into law.

    Statement from Secretary Noem:

    “The extradition and arrest of this criminal alien is the culmination of a nearly decade-long battle for justice for Sarah Root and her family.

    Thanks to the hard work of our Homeland Security Investigation and our interagency law enforcement partners, Eswin Mejia, who fled the US to evade prosecution, will finally face justice for the killing of Sarah Root. Sarah should still be here today, and this illegal alien should have never been in our country in the first place. 

    Senator Joni Ernst has been a champion for Sarah and her family, and her efforts and leadership were crucial in Mejia’s extradition. 

    President Trump is putting the safety of Americans first—no longer will murderers and criminal illegal aliens be released into American communities.”

    Mejia was first encountered by immigration officials in May 2013 after entering the United States at an unknown date and location and without inspection or parole. U.S. Border Patrol issued the illegal alien a notice to appear, and released him on his own recognizance, pending immigration proceedings.

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  • MIL-OSI: XploraDEX $XPL Could Be the Most Profitable Launch on XRP Ledger—Join $XPL PreSale and Become an Early Whale

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ZURICH, Switzerland, March 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The XRP Ledger is buzzing and top traders and analysts are already calling it: XploraDEX’s $XPL token might be the most profitable launch XRPL has ever seen. As the first AI-powered decentralized exchange on XRPL, XploraDEX is bringing next-gen trading automation to one of the most efficient blockchains in the game.

    With the $XPL Presale live and gaining momentum, early adopters are rushing in to secure their allocation before the price skyrockets. The fusion of AI technology and lightning-fast XRPL infrastructure has created a perfect storm and those who move early stand to benefit the most.

    GET $XPL TOKENS NOW

    Why the Smartest Traders Are Backing XploraDEX

    In a market flooded with hype, top-tier traders are backing XploraDEX not because of marketing gimmicksbut because of its real utility and future-proof design.

    Here is What The Smart Investors See:

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    XPL-Powered Ecosystem – Access to staking, fee discounts, governance, and exclusive AI tools.

    XploraDEX is not just another decentralized exchange, it’s a smarter, faster, AI-enhanced trading engine tailored for the XRP ecosystem.

    BUY $XPL TOKEN ON PRESALE

    $XPL: The Token at the Heart of the AI Trading Revolution

    The $XPL token is more than just fuel for XploraDEX—it’s the gateway to the most intelligent DeFi experience on XRPL. Holding $XPL gives you:

    • Access to Premium AI Trading Tools
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    • Staking & Passive Rewards from platform activity
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    With growing presale participation and buzz across the XRP community, $XPL is quickly becoming the most sought-after token on XRPL.

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    $XPL Presale is Heating Up – Time Is Running Out

    Early backers are already positioning themselves. As word spreads and demand rises, the window to grab $XPL Token at presale prices is closing fast.

    This is your opportunity to be early, not just on a token, but on a full-scale AI DeFi movement powered by XRPL.

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Canadian Dental Care Plan expands to include millions of new eligible Canadians

    Source: Government of Canada News (2)

    March 22, 2025 | Newmarket, Ontario | Government of Canada

    Investing in Canadians’ health is key to building a stronger Canada. In its first year, the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has significantly improved access to affordable dental care. More than 3.4 million Canadians were approved to be part of the plan, while 1.7 million have already received care.

    Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, accompanied by the Honourable Ali Ehsassi, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Services and Procurement announced that all remaining eligible Canadians aged 18 to 64 years-old will be able to apply for the CDCP in May 2025; with coverage starting as early as June 1, 2025. 

    Applications will open by age group:

    • May 1: 55 to 64 years old
    • May 15: 18 to 34 years old
    • May 29: 35 to 54 years old

    To qualify for the CDCP, applicants must:

    • Not have access to dental insurance.
    • Have filed their individual 2024 tax return in Canada (and their spouse’s or common-law partner’s, if applicable)
    • Have an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000
    • Be a Canadian resident for tax purposes

    As with previous cohorts, eligible Canadians will be able to apply online, by phone, or by visiting a Service Canada Centre.

    Beginning of renewal process

    From March 2025 onward, current CDCP members must take action to renew their coverage. CDCP members must have filed their 2024 tax return and received their 2024 Notice of Assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency before applying for renewal at canada.ca/dental, in My Service Canada Account (MSCA) or by telephone.

    CDCP members must submit their renewal applications by June 1, 2025, to ensure uninterrupted coverage. Coverage for those who do not renew will end on June 30, 2025 and any oral health care services received during a gap in coverage will not be eligible for reimbursement.

    For more information, visit Canada.ca/dental.

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  • MIL-OSI: BexBack Reshapes Crypto Futures Trading with 100x Leverage and No KYC

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SINGAPORE, March 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BexBack, a rapidly growing crypto futures exchange, is redefining leveraged trading with a bold new offer. Effective immediately, traders can unlock 100x leverage with no KYC requirements, enjoy a 100% first-time deposit bonus, and claim a $50 USDT welcome reward. With streamlined onboarding and zero deposit fees, BexBack is making it easier than ever for crypto traders to maximize their potential—without unnecessary restrictions.

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    Whether you’re in the U.S., Europe, Asia, or anywhere in between, BexBack is open for you. With multilingual 24/7 support, you’re never trading alone.

    Who Is BexBack?

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  • MIL-OSI: Welnax BioClear – How This Leading Toenail Fungus Device Uses Laser Therapy for Clear Nails

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    KOWLOON, Hong Kong, March 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toenail fungus can be persistent and challenging to eliminate. Many traditional treatments, such as creams and oral medications, fail to provide long-term relief. The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device leverages advanced Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) to target fungal infections at the source, offering a safe, non-invasive, and highly effective solution for restoring clear, healthy nails.

    Product Overview

    The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is designed for individuals seeking a reliable and hassle-free way to combat toenail fungus without harsh chemicals or expensive medical treatments. This state-of-the-art laser therapy device delivers targeted light energy deep into the nail bed, effectively disrupting fungal growth and stimulating natural healing.

    Key Features and Benefits

    • Advanced LLLT Technology – Uses low-level laser therapy to penetrate the nail and eliminate fungus at its source.
    • Painless and Non-Invasive – No discomfort, burning, or irritation during or after treatment.
    • Chemical-Free Alternative – No harsh ingredients, making it safe for all skin types.
    • Convenient At-Home Use – A professional-grade solution used daily without clinic visits.
    • Promotes Healthy Nail Growth – Encourages the regeneration of clear, strong, and healthy nails.
    • Prevents Recurrence – Strengthens nails and surrounding tissue to reduce the risk of reinfection.

    How It Works

    The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to penetrate the nail and reach the affected area beneath the surface. This light energy stimulates cellular activity, breaking down fungal cells while improving blood circulation and oxygen flow to the nail bed. The result is a gradual reduction in discoloration, thickening, and brittleness, leading to healthier nails over time.

    Who Is BioClear Toenail Fungus Device For?

    • Individuals suffering from persistent toenail fungus infections have not responded to traditional creams or oral medications.
    • People are looking for a chemical-free, non-invasive alternative to antifungal drugs that may cause side effects.
    • Adults and seniors with brittle, discolored, or thickened nails who want to promote natural nail regrowth.
    • Athletes and active individuals are exposed to damp environments, such as locker rooms and public showers, where fungal infections thrive.
    • Those who prefer a convenient at-home solution without costly medical visits.
    • Individuals with diabetes or weakened immune systems must maintain optimal foot health and prevent secondary infections.
    • Anyone experiencing discomfort, odor, or inflammation from fungal infection seeks a safe, painless, and long-term solution.

    Guarantee and Pricing

    The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device has a 90-day money-back guarantee, allowing users to try it risk-free. Pricing starts at $59 per device and is available exclusively through the official website to ensure authenticity and quality.

    A Cutting-Edge Solution for Toenail Fungus

    The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device offers a scientifically backed, non-invasive, and practical approach to eliminating toenail fungus and restoring nail health. With its advanced laser technology, pain-free treatment process, and at-home convenience, it is ideal for individuals looking for a safe and reliable alternative to traditional fungal treatments.

    What is Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device?

    The Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is an advanced treatment solution explicitly designed to combat toenail fungus from the comfort of your home. Combining cutting-edge technology with user-friendly design, Welnax BioClear provides an effective alternative to costly salon treatments and harsh chemical applications. This innovative device employs low-level laser therapy, a method recognized for its ability to penetrate the nail bed and target fungal infections at their source.

    The product is compact, portable, and easy to use, allowing individuals to incorporate it into their daily routines effortlessly. With a recommended usage of just seven minutes per session, users can expect to see significant improvements in the appearance and health of their nails within 1-2 months of consistent use. Whether dealing with thickened, discolored, or brittle nails, Welnax BioClear aims to restore your nails to natural beauty without the pain and side effects commonly associated with other treatments.

    Welnax BioClear is clinically approved and dermatologist-recommended, making it a safe option for users of all ages. Its non-invasive nature ensures you can treat your nails without fearing chemicals or painful procedures. As a solution for those seeking to regain confidence in their nails, the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is garnering attention as a revolutionary product in nail care.

    Who Specifically is Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device For?

    • Individuals suffering from persistent toenail fungus infections have not responded to traditional treatments like creams or oral medications.
    • People are looking for a chemical-free, non-invasive alternative to antifungal drugs that may cause side effects.
    • Adults and seniors who struggle with brittle, discolored, or thickened nails and want to promote healthy nail regrowth.
    • Athletes and active individuals are more susceptible to fungal infections due to frequent exposure to warm, damp environments such as locker rooms and public showers.
    • Those who want a convenient at-home solution for managing and preventing toenail fungus without frequent visits to a doctor or dermatologist.
    • People with compromised immune systems or diabetes must maintain optimal foot health and prevent secondary infections.
    • Anyone experiencing discomfort, odor, or inflammation from a fungal infection seeks a painless way to restore clear, healthy nails.

    How Does Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device Work?

    The Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device uses advanced low-level laser therapy (LLLT), a phototherapy that utilizes specific wavelengths of light to promote healing and eliminate fungal infections. When the device is applied to the affected nail, the laser light penetrates the nail bed, targeting the root causes of fungus. This process disrupts fungal growth while simultaneously promoting healthy nail regeneration.

    The science behind LLLT is well-researched and has been shown to stimulate cellular activity, enhance blood circulation, and increase the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is essential for cellular energy. This means that not only does the laser treatment work to eliminate the fungus, but it also actively encourages the growth of healthy nails, effectively reversing the damage caused by the infection.

    Using the Welnax BioClear device is straightforward. Users attach the device to the affected nail, press the power button, and let it work for a seven-minute session. The convenience of this at-home treatment allows individuals to continue with their daily routines while effectively addressing their nail health issues. With consistent use, many users report visible improvements in approximately 1-2 months, making it a practical and efficient solution for toenail fungus.

    Real Testimonials from Satisfied Users

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life-Changing Results! – Sarah M.

    “I had struggled with toenail fungus for years and tried everything—creams, medications, even home remedies. Nothing worked until I found the Welnax BioClear device. Within a few months, my nails started to clear up, and now they look healthier than ever!”

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to Use and Effective – James L.

    “I was skeptical at first, but this device truly works. The treatment is painless, and I can use it at home without hassle. Highly recommend for anyone dealing with stubborn toenail fungus!”

    Find out if Welnax BioClear is the right solution for you.

    Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device Features

    Low-Level Laser Therapy for Nail Fungus

    The Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device’s hallmark feature is its utilization of low-level laser therapy (LLLT). This non-invasive treatment has gained popularity for its ability to combat toenail fungus effectively without harsh chemicals or painful procedures. The laser penetrates the nail bed, targeting the fungus at its source. This method disrupts fungal growth and promotes healing, leading to healthier nails.

    LLLT is clinically proven to be safe and effective for various nail conditions. It works by enhancing blood circulation in the area, boosting cellular metabolism, and increasing energy production within the cells. As a result, users can expect to see significant improvements in the appearance and health of their nails, all while enjoying a pain-free treatment experience.

    Convenient, At-Home Treatment

    One of the standout advantages of the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is its convenience. Unlike traditional treatments that often require multiple visits to a clinic or salon, this device allows users to perform treatments in the comfort of their homes. Its compact design makes it easy to carry, so it can be used anywhere—at home, while traveling, or even at work.

    Using the device is simple and requires minimal time commitment. Users can seamlessly incorporate this treatment into their daily routines with just seven minutes per session. This ease of use makes Welnax BioClear an appealing option for individuals with busy lifestyles who still want to prioritize their nail health.

    Safe, Effective, and Gentle

    Safety is a top priority for any health-related device, and the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device excels. It is clinically approved and dermatologist-recommended, ensuring that it is suitable for users of all ages. The treatment’s non-invasive nature means no harmful side effects, making it a gentle option for those with sensitive skin or pre-existing conditions.

    This device offers a drug-free alternative to traditional treatments, alleviating concerns about the potential side effects of medications or topical ointments. Users can feel confident choosing Welnax BioClear as a safe and effective solution for their toenail fungus problems.

    Benefits of Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    • Effective Treatment: Low-level laser therapy targets and eliminates toenail fungus at its root.
    • Visible Results: Many users report noticeable improvements within 1-2 months of consistent use.
    • Convenient: Simple to use at home with minimal time commitment required (7 minutes per session).
    • Non-Invasive: Pain-free treatment without the need for harsh chemicals or invasive procedures.
    • Dermatologist-Approved: Clinically tested and recommended for safety and efficacy.
    • Portable Design: Easy to carry and use wherever you go.
    • Suitable for All Ages: Safe for children and adults alike, making it a family-friendly option.
    • Affordable: Cost-effective compared to salon treatments and prescription medications.
    • Long-Lasting Results: Promotes healthy nail regrowth, ensuring lasting improvements.
    • Enhances Confidence: Restores the natural beauty of your nails, boosting self-esteem.

    How Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Makes the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device Completely Effective

    Toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a persistent and often frustrating condition affecting millions worldwide. Traditional treatments like antifungal creams, oral medications, and home remedies frequently yield inconsistent results and come with side effects. However, advancements in Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) have introduced a new, effective, and non-invasive solution—devices like the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device leverage LLLT technology to combat fungal infections at the source, offering a safe and efficient way to restore healthy nails.

    Understanding Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) and Its Role in Treating Toenail Fungus

    LLLT is a non-invasive, painless treatment that utilizes specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to penetrate the nail and surrounding tissue. Unlike traditional antifungal therapies, which may only work on the surface, LLLT targets the fungal infection at the cellular level, helping to eradicate fungal spores, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy nail regrowth.

    The Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device harnesses the power of LLLT to disrupt the lifecycle of toenail fungus, eliminating the infection while improving the overall health of the nail and surrounding skin. By integrating this advanced laser therapy, this device offers a groundbreaking alternative to chemical-laden solutions and invasive procedures.

    The Benefits of LLLT in the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    1. Penetrates Deep to Eliminate Fungus at the Source

    One of the primary reasons traditional antifungal treatments fail is that they do not penetrate deep enough to eliminate the fungal spores. LLLT bypasses this limitation by delivering therapeutic light energy directly to the affected area, ensuring deeper penetration beneath the nail bed where the infection thrives. This ability to target the source makes the Welnax BioClear device more effective than topical treatments.

    2. Stimulates Healthy Nail Growth

    Fungal infections often lead to brittle, discolored, and thickened nails. LLLT doesn’t just kill fungus—it also stimulates nail matrix cells, promoting the regeneration of stronger, healthier nails. Users can expect to see improvements in nail clarity, texture, and strength as the infected portion grows and is replaced with new, healthy nail tissue.

    3. Non-Invasive and Pain-Free Treatment

    Unlike oral antifungal medications that may cause liver toxicity or topical treatments that require prolonged application, LLLT is entirely pain-free. The Welnax BioClear device delivers gentle laser energy that does not cause discomfort, burning, or irritation, making it an ideal solution for individuals with sensitive skin or those who prefer drug-free alternatives.

    4. Reduces Inflammation and Enhances Healing

    Fungal infections often cause redness, swelling, and discomfort around the nail. LLLT’s anti-inflammatory properties help reduce swelling and improve circulation, speeding up the body’s natural healing process. By increasing blood flow to the affected area, the Welnax BioClear device ensures that essential nutrients and oxygen reach the nail, further enhancing recovery.

    5. No Risk of Side Effects

    Oral antifungal medications can cause a range of side effects, including liver damage, gastrointestinal issues, and allergic reactions. Topical solutions, however, may contain harsh chemicals that can cause skin irritation. LLLT offers a safe and side-effect-free treatment option, making the Welnax BioClear device suitable for all ages and skin types.

    6. Convenient At-Home Treatment

    Previously, laser therapy for toenail fungus was only available in dermatology or podiatry clinics, often requiring multiple expensive sessions. With the Welnax BioClear device, users can enjoy professional-grade laser therapy from the comfort of their homes. The device is compact, easy to use, and requires only a few minutes per session, making it a convenient addition to any daily routine.

    7. Prevents Recurrence of Infection

    One of the biggest challenges with toenail fungus treatment is recurrence. Even after the infection clears, there’s always a risk of reinfection, especially if spores remain in shoes or on surfaces. LLLT eradicates active fungal spores and strengthens the nail and surrounding tissue, making it more resistant to future infections. Regularly using the Welnax BioClear device can be a preventative measure, ensuring long-term nail health.

    8. Works Without Harmful Chemicals

    Many antifungal treatments contain harsh chemicals like tolnaftate or terbinafine, which can cause adverse reactions. LLLT offers a chemical-free alternative, allowing individuals to treat their toenail fungus naturally without exposing themselves to potentially harmful substances. This is particularly beneficial for people with allergies, skin sensitivities, or those seeking a more holistic approach to wellness.

    9. Clinically Proven Technology

    LLLT has been extensively studied and clinically proven effective against various conditions, including toenail fungus. Research has demonstrated that laser therapy significantly reduces fungal infections and improves nail appearance. The Welnax BioClear device incorporates this cutting-edge technology, ensuring users receive an effective and scientifically backed treatment.

    10. Improves Overall Foot Health

    Toenail fungus doesn’t just affect nails—it can also cause discomfort, unpleasant odor, and infections that spread to surrounding skin. Using LLLT, the Welnax BioClear device helps maintain overall foot hygiene, reducing the risk of secondary infections, athlete’s foot, and other common foot problems. Keeping feet fungus-free contributes to overall comfort and confidence.

    Compare Welnax BioClear with other treatment options.

    How to Use the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device for Best Results

    Using the Welnax BioClear device is simple and hassle-free. Follow these steps for optimal results:

    1. Clean the affected area – Wash and dry your feet thoroughly before each session.
    2. Position the device – Place the Welnax BioClear device over the affected nail, ensuring proper contact.
    3. Activate the treatment – Turn on the device and let it run for the recommended duration (typically a few minutes per session).
    4. Repeat daily – Consistency is key; use the device as directed until healthy nail growth is restored.
    5. Maintain foot hygiene – Wear breathable shoes, keep feet dry, and trim nails regularly to prevent reinfection.

    Why Welnax BioClear is the Ultimate LLLT Toenail Fungus Solution

    Low-level laser Therapy (LLLT) transforms how toenail fungus is treated, providing a safe, non-invasive, and highly effective alternative to traditional methods. The Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device harnesses the power of this innovative technology, offering users a convenient at-home solution for eliminating fungal infections, stimulating healthy nail growth, and preventing recurrence.

    With its deep-penetrating laser technology, anti-inflammatory benefits, and clinically proven effectiveness, the Welnax BioClear device stands out as one of the best solutions for treating toenail fungus naturally. Say goodbye to unsightly, brittle nails and hello to healthier, stronger, and fungus-free feet with the power of LLLT.

    How to Use Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    Using the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is a straightforward process that can be easily incorporated into your daily routine. To achieve optimal results, follow these simple steps:

    1. Preparation: First, ensure that your nails are clean and dry. Then, remove any nail polish or debris from the affected area so that the device can work effectively.
    2. Attach the Device: Position the Welnax BioClear device directly over the affected toenail. Ensure that it is securely attached for optimal contact.
    3. Power On: Press the power button to activate the device. The laser will begin to emit light, initiating the treatment process.
    4. Treatment Duration: Allow the device to work for seven minutes. You can go about your daily activities during this time, as the treatment is designed to be nonintrusive and pain-free.
    5. Frequency of Use: The Welnax BioClear device should be used twice daily for best results. Consistency is key to achieving healthier nails.
    6. Monitor Progress: Monitor your nail health over time. With regular use, you should start to notice visible improvements in the condition of your nails within 1-2 months.

    Following these simple steps, users can treat their toenail fungus effectively and enjoy healthier, clearer nails.

    Pros and Cons of the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    Pros:

    • Non-invasive and pain-free – No discomfort during treatment.
    • Deep penetration – Targets fungus at the source for effective results.
    • Chemical-free solution – Safe for all skin types with no risk of irritation.
    • Clinically backed technology – Proven effectiveness against toenail fungus.
    • At-home convenience – Easy to use without needing doctor visits.
    • Prevents reinfection – Strengthens nails and surrounding tissue.
    • No known side effects – Unlike oral medications that may cause liver toxicity.
    • Improves overall foot health – Reduces inflammation and enhances circulation.

    Cons:

    • Requires consistent use – Daily treatment is needed for optimal results.
    • Takes time to see results – Healthy nail regrowth may take months.
    • It is not an instant cure. The results depend on the nail growth cycle and the severity of the infection.
    • Higher upfront cost – More expensive than some topical treatments, though cost-effective over time.
    • Battery or power-dependent – Needs regular charging or power source for continued use.

    How to Order Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    Ordering the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device is a straightforward process that can be completed online. Here’s how you can get your hands on this innovative product:

    1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the Welnax website for options and deals.
    2. Select Your Package: Choose from several purchasing options that cater to your needs. Whether you want a single device or multiple units for family members, packages are available to suit different requirements.
    3. Add to Cart: Once you have selected your preferred package, click the “Add to Cart” button.
    4. Checkout Process: Proceed to checkout by providing the necessary information, including your shipping address and payment details. Ensure that you review your order before finalizing the purchase.
    5. Confirmation: After completing your order, you will receive a confirmation email with your details and estimated delivery time.
    6. Enjoy Your Device: Once your Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device arrives, follow the usage instructions to start your journey toward healthier nails.

    With a user-friendly ordering process, acquiring the Welnax BioClear device is as simple as a few clicks.

    Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device Pricing and Bonuses

    The pricing structure for the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device offers excellent value, especially when considering the savings available on bundled packages. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the pricing options:

    • 1x Welnax BioClear
      • Price: $99.90 (Original: $199.90)
      • Savings: 50%
      • Label: Personal Pack
      • Perfect for individuals looking to treat their toenail fungus conveniently at home.
    • 2x Welnax BioClear
      • Price: $149.90 (Original: $398.80)
      • Savings: 62%
      • Label: Useful Pack
      • Ideal for couples or family members who may also be dealing with nail issues.
    • 3x Welnax BioClear (Recommended Deal)
      • Price: $179.90 (Original: $599.70)
      • Savings: 70%
      • Label: Best Pack
      • Highly recommended for families or those seeking the best value for long-term use.
    • 4x Welnax BioClear
      • Price: $199.90 (Original: $799.60)
      • Savings: 75%
      • Label: Family Pack
      • The ultimate solution for family members facing similar nail challenges is to ensure everyone can access this effective treatment.

    Each package comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, allowing customers to try the product risk-free and experience the benefits themselves.

    More Real Testimonials from Satisfied Users

    • Life-Changing Results! – Sarah M.

    “I had struggled with toenail fungus for years and tried everything—creams, medications, even home remedies. Nothing worked until I found the Welnax BioClear device. Within a few months, my nails started to clear up, and now they look healthier than ever!”

    • Easy to Use and Effective – James L.

    “I was skeptical at first, but this device truly works. The treatment is painless, and I can use it at home without hassle. Highly recommend for anyone dealing with stubborn toenail fungus!”

    • No More Fungus, No More Worries – Lisa K.

    “I used to be embarrassed to wear sandals because of my toenails. After consistent use of the Welnax BioClear, my nails are finally clear! It’s such a relief to have my confidence back.”

    • Worth the Investment – Robert D.

    “This device isn’t the cheapest option, but it’s worth every penny. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my nails and feel much better about my foot health overall.”

    • Patience is Key – Emily R.

    “I saw gradual results over time, but you must be patient. It takes a while for the nail to grow out completely. But I’m happy to say it works if you stick with it!”

    Conclusion for Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device

    In conclusion, the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device represents a significant advancement in treating toenail fungus. With its innovative use of low-level laser therapy, this device offers a safe, effective, and non-invasive solution that can be easily integrated into daily life. The convenience of at-home treatments and the impressive results reported by users make Welnax BioClear a compelling choice for anyone struggling with nail fungus issues.

    The device’s portability and ease of use further enhance its appeal, allowing users to take control of their nail health wherever they go. With various affordable packages available, including substantial savings on multi-unit purchases, buying Welnax BioClear is a wise decision for individuals and families seeking to reclaim their confidence through healthier nails.

    By choosing Welnax BioClear, you invest in a product and your self-esteem and overall well-being. Say goodbye to the embarrassment of toenail fungus and embrace the freedom of having beautiful, healthy nails with the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device.

    Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device FAQs

    What is the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device?

    A treatment device that uses low-level laser therapy effectively eliminates toenail fungus from the comfort of your home.

    How long does it take to see results?

    Many users report visible improvements within 1-2 months of consistent use.

    Is the treatment painful?

    No, the device is designed to be non-invasive and pain-free.

    Can children use Welnax BioClear?

    It is safe for users of all ages when used with adult supervision.

    How often should I use the device?

    For optimal results, it is recommended to use the device twice a day for seven minutes each session.

    Is there a money-back guarantee?

    Yes, Welnax offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if unsatisfied with the product.

    Can I use the device on multiple nails at once?

    The device is designed to be used on one nail at a time to ensure effective treatment.

    Do I need to clean my nails before using the device?

    It is best to start with clean, dry nails for effective treatment.

    Is Welnax BioClear suitable for all types of nail fungus?

    It is specifically designed to effectively target and treat various forms of toenail fungus.

    How can I order the Welnax BioClear Toenail Fungus Device?

    You can easily order it through the official Welnax website by selecting your desired package and completing the checkout process.

    Stay informed about new advancements in toenail fungus treatment.

    Contact: Welnax Technology international Co., Limited

    Address: UNIT 04, 7/F, BRIGHT WAY TOWER, NO. 33 MONG KOK ROAD, KOWLOON, HK.

    Email: support@trendingadget.com

    Disclaimer & Affiliate Disclosure

    This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. The BioClear Toenail Fungus Device has not been evaluated by the FDA for medical claims. Individuals with severe or persistent medical concerns should consult a healthcare professional before using this device.

    Results may vary, and individual effectiveness depends on factors such as consistency of use, severity of the infection, and individual nail growth rates. The information provided in this article should not be considered professional medical advice.

    Some links within this article may be affiliate links, meaning the publisher may receive a commission if a purchase is made through these links at no extra cost to the buyer. This helps support the continued creation of valuable content and unbiased product reviews.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Deputy President calls for action to tackle unemployment, inequality

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called for urgent and sustained efforts to address unemployment and inequality, describing them as fundamental human rights issues.

    Speaking at the national Human Rights Day commemoration in Kariega, the Deputy President acknowledged South Africa’s economic progress but said the country’s 31.9% unemployment rate remained an indicator of persistent socio-economic challenges.

    “The pursuit of a just and equitable society is a complex endeavour. While South Africa has experienced notable economic growth through expanding economic participation, the harsh reality of a 31.9% unemployment rate starkly reveals our ongoing struggle against poverty and inequality,” he said. 

    The Deputy President stressed this was not just an economic issue but a matter of fairness and human rights, requiring collective action from all sectors of society. 

    “This is not merely an economic issue, it represents a fundamental matter of human rights and fairness, demanding concerted and sustained effort from all of us. The lack of economic and employment opportunities has a direct correlation to poverty, and it exacerbates inequality,” the Deputy President said.

    He highlighted the government’s efforts to create economic opportunities through policy and legislative measures, citing key employment programmes that have benefitted millions of young people.

    “Government is working to create more opportunities for all citizens through various policy and legislative frameworks. Programmes such as the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI) are providing work experience to over 1.5 million young people, 70% of whom are women,” he said. 

    Other initiatives like the National Skills Fund Disabilities Programme and the Social Employment Fund also address youth unemployment. 

    The Deputy President emphasised that government remains committed to strengthening the safety net for the most vulnerable in society and will leave no one behind. 

    Against the backdrop of Human Rights Day, he underscored the significance of youth engagement in shaping South Africa’s democracy. 

    Across the country, he said, young people continue to step forward to shape the future of the nation’s democracy, ensuring that the rights enshrined in the Constitution are not just theoretical but truly lived.

    He lauded young leaders participating in the Mandela-Sobukwe Leadership Camp at Nelson Mandela University, an initiative supported by the Departments of Higher Education and Training and Health.

    “This leadership programme is about more than just discussions it is about preparing young leaders to champion civic engagement, ethical leadership, and economic justice in their institutions and communities,” he said.

    Reflecting on the theme “Deepening a Culture of Social Justice and Human Rights,” the Deputy President emphasised the need to equip young people with the necessary tools and platforms to effect meaningful change. 

    “We must ensure that we continue to empower young people with the correct tools, platforms, and opportunities to become the leaders of tomorrow – leaders who, like Nelson Mandela and Robert Sobukwe, do not just accept the status quo but actively work to transform it for the better,” he said. 

    Deputy President Mashatile commended young people nationwide for their efforts in advocating for justice and progress. 

    “I commend the young people in this programme, whom I am told are here in the stadium and all those across the country who continue to fight for dignity, justice, and progress. South Africa’s future is in your hands, and today, we celebrate your voices, your leadership, and your unwavering commitment to human rights,” he said. 

    Building a just society

    The Deputy President said building a just society involves ensuring continued access to critical services such as electricity, water, housing and sanitation to improve the quality of life for citizens.

    He noted that government has made substantial progress towards achieving these rights. Between 2011 and 2022, access to water rose to 88.5%, while access to improved sanitation reached 80.7%.

    “We are also working to increase access to affordable housing through initiatives such as First Home Finance, which is about the provision of serviced sites for qualifying beneficiaries, small-scale affordable rentals, and other strategic interventions that go beyond legislative measures to address the 2.4 million housing backlog,” he said. 

    Land expropriation

    The Deputy President underscored the nation’s land reform agenda as a crucial step in addressing historical injustices, as it acknowledged that land dispossession remains one of the most lasting and difficult legacy of the apartheid era.

    He said the Expropriation Act, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa in January this year, signifies a shift towards a more inclusive approach to land ownership, incorporating the principle of ‘public interest’ in land acquisition, and demonstrating a commitment to social justice and redress.

    “We would like to reiterate that South Africa, as a sovereign state, would not disregard its policies and activities aimed at rectifying historical injustices due to external pressure. We are confident that we have chosen the correct path to establishing an equitable society, and we will not deviate from it,” the Deputy President said. 

    This year’s Human Rights Day commemorative events were held at the Derrick Ferreira Stadium, in Kariega under the theme “Deepening a Culture of Social Justice and Human Rights”.

    The theme calls for renewed commitment from all levels of society to accelerate practical solutions for inclusive growth, job creation, poverty reduction, and addressing the high cost of living while building a capable, ethical, and developmental state.

    South Africa commemorates Human Rights Day annually on 21 March in remembrance of the Sharpeville Massacre of 1960, where 69 anti-apartheid protesters were killed by apartheid police. The day also honours the 35 people killed on 21 March 1985 in Uitenhage and KwaLanga when apartheid police targeted community members after a funeral. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI: XRP Insiders Are Buying XploraDEX $XPL Token—The First AI-Powered DEX on XRP, You Can’t Afford To Miss The PreSale

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ZURICH, March 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The XRP ecosystem is experiencing a seismic shift as the launch of XploraDEX, the first AI-powered decentralized exchange on XRPL, fuels a massive wave of whale accumulation. With the $XPL Token Presale in full swing, demand is exploding and insiders are calling it one of the most promising DeFi launches of the year.

    What’s driving the surge? AI-powered trading. Lightning-fast execution. Real-time market intelligence. And the potential for 100x returns that only come around once in a crypto cycle.

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    The crypto space is evolving, and AI is leading the next wave of innovation. Traditional DeFi protocols are struggling to keep up with the volatility and complexity of today’s markets. XploraDEX solves that with a trading platform that thinks for you literally.

    Here’s why XPL is capturing serious attention

    AI-Powered Execution – Trades are executed based on real-time machine learning insights, not human emotions.

    Predictive Market Analytics – AI forecasts price trends before they happen, giving traders the edge.

    HFT & Arbitrage Bots – Capture micro-profit opportunities across XRPL with lightning-fast AI automation.

    Whale-Grade Liquidity Optimization – AI ensures efficient trade routing with minimal slippage.

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    Why Whales Are Loading Up on $XPL

    Crypto whales are not known for emotional decisions. They follow volume, data, and emerging infrastructure, and right now, they’re betting big on $XPL.

    Here’s what they see:

    -Ground-floor access to AI trading tools before mass adoption

    -Deflationary tokenomics that reward early participants

    -Governance rights over future AI model updates and platform features

    -First-mover advantage on XRPL’s most innovative trading protocol

    They’re not just investing, they’re positioning. Because when the rest of the market catches on, $XPL Token could already be up 10x.

    The $XPL Presale Is Heating Up – Don’t Miss Your Entry

    The $XPL Token Presale is your only chance to buy in before the official DEX launch and market listing. Once it’s over, the price discovery phase begins—and history shows that’s when tokens explode.

    Key Presale Highlights:

    • Limited supply available to early participants
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  • MIL-OSI Economics: World Tuberculosis Day 2025: Funding cuts threaten global TB control efforts, says GlobalData

    Source: GlobalData

    World Tuberculosis Day 2025: Funding cuts threaten global TB control efforts, says GlobalData

    Posted in Pharma

    World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is marked annually on 24 March, the anniversary of the discovery of the causative mycobacterium by Dr Robert Koch. This year’s theme – “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver” – serves as an important reminder of the need for continued investment and funding in order to end the TB epidemic.* This follows the recent funding cuts to TB programs, particularly from the US, that raise serious concerns about the future of TB control and treatment efforts, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

    TB is responsible for more deaths worldwide than any other infectious disease, claiming approximately 1.25 million lives in 2023 alone according to the World Health Organization. The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has historically been the largest bilateral donor to TB programs, contributing approximately $250 million annually. This funding has been instrumental in supporting the essential TB services, particularly in high-burden countries. However, sharp reductions in aid have disrupted TB programs worldwide, with Africa and South-East Asia among the hardest-hit regions.

    Abigail Harris, Infectious Disease Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Funding cuts of this magnitude will directly impact access to TB diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, leaving millions vulnerable to disease progression and death. Without urgent intervention, we risk undoing decades of progress in TB elimination.”

    A major concern arising from these funding cuts is the potential for increased drug-resistant TB (DR-TB) cases. Inconsistent treatment due to financial constraints can lead to incomplete therapy, allowing the TB bacterium to develop resistance to standard drugs. DR-TB is significantly more challenging and expensive to treat.

    Harris continues: “If we allow funding gaps to persist, we risk facing an even deadlier TB crisis, where highly resistant strains, which require more prolonged and costly treatment, become more prevalent. The global health community must act swiftly to ensure continued access to treatment and accelerate research into new, effective therapies.”

    The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged immediate action to close the TB funding gap and meet global TB targets, including expanding diagnostic access, improving treatment regimens, and advancing vaccine development.

    GlobalData’s pipeline products database reveals a promising TB pipeline with 15 prophylactic vaccines in clinical development. However, continued R&D investment is essential for the most promising candidates to reach the market.

    Harris concludes: “Governments, international donors, and private-sector partners must recognize TB as the global health emergency that it is. Without sustained investment, the disease will claim more lives and pose an increasing threat to global health security.”

    *The United Nations High-level Meeting (UNHLM) on the Fight Against Tuberculosis was held in September 2023, where member states adopted a historic political declaration on TB. This contained the most ambitious targets to date in the fight against this disease and would put the world on track to ending TB by 2030 if countries follow through on their commitments.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Lights, camera, action! AUSTIN begins filming

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    AUSTIN stars Ben Miller, Michael Theo, and Sally Phillips.

    Cameras have officially started rolling on AUSTIN, a new eight-part ABC comedy series being filmed in Canberra.

    Produced by the award-winning team at Northern Pictures – in partnership with the ABC, Screen Australia, ITV Studios, and Screen Canberra – AUSTIN is the acting debut for Love on the Spectrum fan-favourite Michael Theo, who will star in the series alongside two renowned UK actors, Ben Miller and Sally Phillips.

    About AUSTIN

    When much-loved children’s author Julian Hartswood (Ben Miller) inadvertently causes a social media storm, his career and that of his illustrator wife Ingrid (Sally Phillips) appears to be over. That is until Austin (Michael Theo), the neurodivergent son that Julian never knew existed, turns up out of the blue. 

    Could embracing this modern nuclear family be Julian’s route back from cancellation? Will Ingrid forgive him? One thing is for certain: if Julian thinks Austin is going to be a push over, he’s in for a rude awakening.

    Production brings support for the local screen industry 

    Supported by the ACT Government and Screen Canberra through the CBR Screen Attraction Fund and CBR Screen Investment Fund, this series will be filmed almost entirely in Canberra, with one week of filming in the UK.  

    The 28-day shoot will provide training and employment opportunities for local industry and significant economic expenditure.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Call for information – Sexual assault – Alice Springs

    Source: New South Wales Department of Education and Communities

    The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to an alleged sexual assault that took place at a fast-food restaurant this morning.

    About 6:30am, police received reports of a sexual assault on a 19-year-old female in the bathroom of a fast-food restaurant on the corner of Parsons Street and Railway Terrace. The female alerted staff who then called police.

    Investigations are ongoing to locate the alleged offender and determine the circumstances of the incident.

    Police are calling for any witnesses within the area at the time who may have information that can assist police in their enquiries to make contact on 131 444.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Grassley Calls on Bondi, Patel to Restore Security Clearances and Undo Retaliatory Personnel Actions Against Whistleblowers

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley
    BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – As Sunshine Week draws to a close, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) wrote Attorney General Pam Bondi and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel requesting the Department of Justice and FBI take corrective action to restore the security clearances of DOJ and FBI whistleblowers who’ve suffered retaliation.
    “My office has been told that, in many of these cases, the suspension of their security clearances resulted in immediate, indefinite suspensions without pay while the FBI improperly and intentionally delayed the process for these individuals to contest the adverse action,” Grassley wrote. “This tyrannical government conduct caused significant financial hardship. The retaliatory government action also placed them in the impossible situation to either resign their position without completing their legal challenge or continue challenging the suspension or revocation of their clearance while suspended without pay with no prospect of obtaining new employment.”  
    “The Biden administration’s political weaponization of the Justice Department and FBI has caused significant damage to these institutions and its employees, but you’re in the position to right the ship,” Grassley continued. “Accordingly, I request that you personally review the adverse personnel matters for these individuals, which I will send under separate cover, and take all appropriate corrective actions, including restoring their security clearances and employment and firing or otherwise disciplining those who retaliated against them, if warranted.”
    Grassley last year called on the DOJ to reform its security clearance review process, after receiving initial reports the agency had unlawfully used it to retaliate against whistleblowers. Ahead of the Judiciary Committee’s vote to advance Patel’s nomination as FBI Director, Grassley highlighted the cases of various FBI whistleblowers who have been retaliated against, including through the wrongful suspension or revocation of their security clearances. 
    Read Grassley’s full letter HERE.
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  • MIL-OSI China: China, Zambia sign economic, technical cooperation agreement

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    LUSAKA, March 21 — China and Zambia signed an agreement on Friday for economic and technical cooperation, marking another step in strengthening the longstanding and mutually beneficial relationship between the two countries.

    The agreement was signed by Charge d’Affaires of the Chinese Embassy Wang Sheng and Zambian Minister of Finance and National Planning Situmbeko Musokotwane.

    The agreement outlines the framework under which new China-aided projects will be implemented in the future.

    In his remarks, Wang said the agreement is another example of the strong cooperation between the two governments.

    He said both governments have identified priority projects, including the construction of three additional milling plants to enhance food security in Zambia, with work set to begin this year. China has already built three such plants in the country.

    Wang also announced that a team of experts would soon arrive in Zambia to conduct a feasibility study on establishing 300 small solar-powered piped water systems to help alleviate water shortages. Moreover, a program for the supply of HIV testing kits and medication would be implemented to support public health services in Zambia.

    “For a long time, China has adhered to an approach that emphasizes sincerity, real results, amity and good faith with Africa. We understand the importance of honoring commitments, and all pledges will be fulfilled,” he said.

    He said negotiations on revitalizing the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) railway line were progressing, with major breakthroughs expected in the coming weeks.

    According to Wang, China has been a steadfast friend to Zambia since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1964, providing support for various infrastructure projects over the years.

    While expressing appreciation for China’s unwavering support and solidarity with Zambia over the years, Musokotwane said the signing of the agreement underscored both countries’ commitment to fostering economic growth and technical advancement.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Arizona Brothers Plead Guilty for Roles in Conspiracies to Fraudulently Obtain Nearly $109 Million in Covid-Relief Funds

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    PORTLAND, Ore.—Two brothers from Sedona, Arizona, pleaded guilty for conspiring with one another and others to defraud the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) out of nearly $109 million in loans intended to help small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Eric Karnezis, 43, pleaded guilty Thursday to conspiring to commit wire fraud. Today, in a separate but related case, Anthony Karnezis, 43, also pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit wire fraud.

    According to court documents, from January 2021 until at least March 2022, Eric Karnezis carried out a scheme whereby he conspired to gather false and fraudulent business information from customers and used the information to submit at least 350 fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications through Blueacorn, a lender service provider, to Capital Plus Financial, a lender participating in the PPP. To facilitate the scheme, Eric Karnezis and his co-conspirators created fictious documents to support the fraudulent loan applications, including false payroll information and tax documents.

    In total, Eric Karnezis submitted or caused to be submitted at least 1,300 PPP applications, which together attempted to obtain at least $178 million from Capital Plus Financial, of which approximately $105 million in loans were funded in response to the fraudulent applications. Additionally, Eric Karnezis required applicants to pay a fee for his role in the conspiracy and he received approximately $3 million for submitting the fraudulent applications.

    Anthony Karnezis carried out a related scheme through at least March 2022, whereby he conspired with his brother, among others, to gather fraudulent business information from customers and used the information to submit at least 140 fraudulent PPP loan applications, through Blueacorn, to Capital Plus Financial. Based on the false and misrepresented information, more than $3.9 million in loans were funded in response to these fraudulent applications. Anthony Karnezis also required applicants to pay a fee for his role in the conspiracy and he received more than $957,000 for submitting the fraudulent applications.

    On August 21, 2024, a federal grand jury in Portland returned a 23-count indictment charging Eric Karnezis and other defendants with conspiring to commit and committing wire fraud and conspiring to commit money laundering.

    On February 19, 2025, Anthony Karnezis was charged by criminal information with conspiring to commit wire fraud.

    Each faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine and 3 years of supervised release and will both be sentenced on June 20, 2025, before U.S. District Court Judge Karin J. Immergut.

    As part of their plea agreements, Eric Karnezis agreed to pay between $25 million and $65 million in restitution to their victims, and Anthony Karnezis agreed to pay between $3.5 million and $9.5 million in restitution to their victims. They have also agreed to forfeit any criminally-derived proceeds and property.

    This case was investigated by the SBA Office of Inspector General (SBA-OIG), IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS:CI), the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). It is being prosecuted by Meredith Bateman and Robert Trisotto, Assistant U.S. Attorneys for the District of Oregon. Forfeiture proceedings are being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Julia Jarett, also of the District of Oregon.

    Anyone with information about allegations of attempted fraud involving COVID-19 can report it by calling the Justice Department’s National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) Hotline at 866-720-5721 or via the NCDF Web Complaint Form at: https://www.justice.gov/disaster-fraud/ncdf-disaster-complaint-form.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Arrest – Domestic violence – Katherine

    Source: New South Wales Department of Education and Communities

    The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 21-year-old female in relation to a stabbing incident in Katherine last night.

    About 7:45pm, police received multiple reports that a 41-year-old male, who is known to the alleged offender, had multiple stab wounds to his shoulder.

    The male was transported to Katherine Regional Hospital by St John Ambulance in a stable but serious condition. He was later transported to Royal Darwin Hospital for further treatment to his injuries.

    Investigations are ongoing and the crime command have carriage.

    If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Steuben County sheriff’s deputy arrested on child pornography charges

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    ROCHESTER, NY—U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Stuart J. McHenry, 34, of Hornell, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with distribution and receipt of child pornography, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison, a maximum of 20 years, and a fine of up to $250,000. 

    Assistant U.S. Attorney Katelyn M. Hartford, who is handling the case, stated that according to the complaint, on July 5, 2024, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) received a CyberTip from the instant messaging application Kik, which stated that Kik user “acman990,” uploaded approximately 24 files of suspected child pornography. A review of the files found that approximately 22 of the files constituted child pornography, which he sent to other users via private message. Subsequent investigation traced the account to the defendant.

    During the course of the investigation, it was determined that McHenry works as a deputy for Steuben County Sheriff’s Office. On October 18, 2024, investigators seized two cellular telephones during the execution of a search warrant at McHenry’s Hornell residence. A forensic review of one of the phones determined that Kik was previously installed on the phone and located evidence of use of the Kik username acman990. A review of McHenry’s iCloud account recovered a number of sexually explicit conversations and child pornography on Kik, including the videos reported in the CyberTip as well as additional videos and images of child pornography.

    McHenry made an initial appearance this afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark W. Pedersen and was held pending a detention hearing.

    The complaint is the result of an investigation by the New York State Police, under the direction of Major Kevin Sucher, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Matthew Miraglia, and the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Jim Allard. 

    The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Madison Man Sentenced to 7 Years for Illegally Possessing a Firearm

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that James Stevens, 42, Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 7 years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a felon. Stevens pleaded guilty to this charge on December 11, 2024.

    Agents with the Wisconsin Department of Justice used a confidential informant to purchase cocaine and heroin from Stevens. During the investigation, agents searched Stevens’s home and seized 224 grams of cocaine. Agents also found a loaded Smith & Wesson M&P .40 caliber handgun hidden in Stevens’s couch. Stevens is prohibited from legally possessing firearms because of a prior felony conviction

    In choosing a sentence, Judge Conley balanced Stevens’s stated desire to turn his life around with the danger he posed to the community.

    The charge against Stevens was the result of an investigation conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation and the Madison Police Department. The ATF Madison Crime Gun Task Force also assisted with the case. The ATF Madison Crime Gun Task Force consists of federal agents from ATF and Task Force Officers (TFOs) from state and local agencies throughout the Western District of Wisconsin. Assistant U.S. Attorney Louis Glinzak prosecuted this case.

    This case is part of Operation Take Back America. Operation Take Back America is a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations, and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Outreach Seminar on the Updates of Statistical Manuals (2025 SNA and BPM7), online

    Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe

    06 – 07 March 2024

    Document title 

    		   Documents
    English Russian
    Agenda   PDF PDF
    Joint Session      
    Main Objectives, Priorities, and Procedures for Updating the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual and the System of National Accounts   PDF PDF
    Building Blocks: Integrated Framework, Accounting Principles, Economic Territory, Institutional Sectors, and Residence   PDF PDF
    Globalization   PDF PDF
    Digitalization   PDF PDF
    Communicating and Disseminating Economic Statistics   PDF PDF
           
    Selected BPM7 issues      
    Main Features and Outline   PDF PDF
    Cross-cutting themes   PDF PDF
    Current and Capital Accounts   PDF PDF
    Integrated International Investment Position: Direct Investment and Portfolio Investment   PDF PDF
    Integrated International Investment Position: Financial Derivatives, Other Investment, and Reserve Assets   PDF PDF
    BPM7. Draft Annotated Outline (September 2023)   PDF PDF
           
    Selected 2025 SNA issues      
    Overview and Main Changes   PDF PDF
    Financial Issues   PDF PDF
    Wellbeing and Sustainability, Informal Economy   PDF PDF
    Thematic and Extended Accounts   PDF PDF

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General James Wins Lawsuit Against Anti-Abortion Extremist Group

    Source: US State of New York

    EW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after a judge ruled that Red Rose Rescue, an anti-abortion group, repeatedly violated state and federal clinic access laws by invading reproductive health care clinics and interfering with access to care:

    “This is a monumental victory for the rule of law, for reproductive freedom, and for every patient who has been harassed, intimidated, or blocked from accessing the health care they need. 

    “The court has affirmed that Red Rose Rescue and its members flagrantly violated the law by invading clinics, obstructing clinic entrances, and disrupting essential medical services. Their actions were not peaceful protest but unlawful obstruction, and today’s ruling makes it clear that such conduct will not be tolerated in New York.

    “Abortion is health care, and every person has the right to make their own reproductive choices without fear or interference. My office will continue to do everything in our power to protect patients, clinics, and providers. New York remains a safe haven for reproductive care, and those who threaten New Yorkers’ most basic right to access health care will be met with the full force of the law.”

    Attorney General James sued Red Rose Rescue and its members in June 2023 for invading reproductive health care clinics and blocking patients’ access to care.

    Today, in a ruling granting the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) motion for summary judgment, U.S. District Court Judge Kenneth M. Karas found that Red Rose Rescue’s members obstructed patients’ and providers’ access to clinics by trespassing, refusing to leave and forcing police to remove them, and by getting in patients’ way as they tried to walk towards or enter the clinic – intentionally delaying or preventing patients from receiving care. In the decision, the court affirmed that Red Rose Rescue had a coordinated strategy of invading clinics, blocking clinic entrances, refusing to cooperate with law enforcement, and using their arrests to stop the provision of abortions, in violation of the federal Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act and New York Clinic Access Act. Further proceedings will be scheduled, at the discretion of the court, to decide appropriate remedies for Red Rose Rescue’s unlawful conduct. 

    Attorney General James is committed to enforcing all state and federal laws protecting reproductive health care clinic staff and patients. The FACE Act and the New York State Clinic Access Act give patients and staff both inside and outside clinics the right to be free from force, threats of force, or physical obstruction when trying to obtain or provide reproductive health care. More information on laws protecting access to reproductive health clinics can be found here. If you believe these laws have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Civil Rights Bureau by calling 800-771-7755, emailing civil.rights@ag.ny.gov, or filing a complaint online. 

    This matter is being handled by Senior Counsel Sandra Pullman, Assistant Attorney General Zoe Ridolfi-Starr, and Research Analyst Joseph Flores of the Civil Rights Bureau, Assistant Attorney General Julia Toce of the Watertown Regional Office, and Assistant Attorney General Heather McKay of the Rochester Regional Office, under the supervision of Civil Rights Bureau Chief Sandra Park and Deputy Bureau Chief Travis England. Additional assistance was provided by Special Counsel for Reproductive Justice Galen Leigh Sherwin of the Executive Division, Health Care Bureau Chief Darsana Srinivasan, and Detective Investigator Wilsonia Jean-Philippe of the Investigations Bureau. The Civil Rights Bureau and the Health Care Bureau are part of the Division for Social Justice, which is led by Chief Deputy Attorney General Meghan Faux. The Investigations Bureau is a part of the Division for Criminal Justice, which is led by Chief Deputy Attorney General José Maldonado. The Executive Division, Division for Social Justice, and Division for Criminal Justice are all overseen by First Deputy Attorney General Jennifer Levy.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Federal jury convicts Virginia Beach man for auto loan scheme and identity theft

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    NORFOLK, Va. – A federal jury convicted a Virginia Beach man today on 19 charges of bank fraud, wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and false representation of a social security number.

    According to court records and evidence presented at trial, Dion Lamont Camp, 40, spent years conning numerous women into romantic relationships and then leveraging those relationships to obtain fraudulent loans and credit cards.  He would show the women fake tax documents and ask for their help, claiming that the IRS had frozen his accounts and promising to repay the money when the matter was cleared up. Camp caused six fraudulent loans from a national credit union in 2020 through 2022 for cars that were either ghost purchased, meaning the car was never purchased at all and there was never any collateral securing the loan, or double financed, meaning Camp procured financing both from the credit union and from the car dealership for the same car, thereby obtaining the credit union loan proceeds and the car.

    As part of the scheme, Camp opened shell businesses with names closely resembling that of actual used car dealerships in Hampton Roads. He then persuaded two women, identified as Jane Doe (JD) 2 and JD5, to open corresponding business bank accounts. Once those accounts were open, Camp persuaded JD2, JD5, as well as four other women, JD3, JD4, JD6, and JD7, to apply for automobile loans in their own names at the credit union. Camp convinced the women he could not obtain a loan himself because his accounts were erroneously frozen and promised to pay them back.

    After the credit union approved the loan applications and provided checks to the women for the dealerships, they gave the checks to Camp. Camp, using a call spoofing service to make it appear as if he were calling from the legitimate car dealership, called the credit union, impersonated employees at the dealership, and pretended that the loan was being used for various luxury vehicles.  Providing the vehicle identification numbers (VINs) for those cars, he successfully obtained the code from the credit union necessary to release the check, which he then negotiated and funneled through the business accounts. JD2 and JD5 withdrew the loan proceeds from those accounts and gave the money to Camp.

    The four ghost-purchased cars were located across the country and never at the businesses in Hampton Roads. They were never purchased by Camp or the women using the credit union checks, depriving the credit union of its collateral to secure the loans. Camp also conned JD4 and JD7, who had already gotten loan checks from the credit union, to purchase two other luxury cars at a dealership in northern Virginia using in-house financing for over $100,000.  Again, Camp cashed the credit union checks, and the credit union was deprived of having the cars as collateral for the loan as the cars were double financed.

    For two of these fraudulent automobile loans, Camp obtained not only the money from the loan check, but also induced the women to trade in their own cars to help fund the credit union loans. He then sold their cars at local dealerships and kept that money as well.

    As part of his fraud, Camp also purchased a car in his own name from CarMax as repayment for a friend of the family who gave him money for a car years earlier. To obtain financing, Camp used false information, including that he had been a UPS employee for more than a decade. After Camp was arrested in this case and housed at Western Tidewater Regional Jail, the family friend feared the BMW would be repossessed. Camp called the finance company on a recorded jail call, using another inmate’s account to avoid detection, and convinced the finance company to give him a payment extension on the loan so long as he was still employed at UPS, which he falsely affirmed that he was.

    Camp also defrauded banks to give personal loans.  In 2019, JD8 and JD11 each had little income, so Camp provided them with fraudulent paystubs with inflated income to support personal loan applications to another local credit union. JD8 and JD11 each gave the loan proceeds to Camp, which again he had falsely promised to repay.

    Camp obtained an American Express credit card using JD3’s personal identifying information without her knowledge. He also obtained supplemental American Express credit cards from the accounts of JD5, JD3, and JD10 using the Social Security number of an individual identified as R.D. R.D., who testified at trial, has never met or had any relationship with Camp.

    The final charge for which Camp was convicted involved his application for a property rental in Virginia Beach using a false Social Security number, a fake credit report with a highly inflated credit score, and a false IRS business tax filing that showed that his alleged house flipping business, Camp Investments LLC, made hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. In truth, Camp’s business bank account rarely had any significant balance, and Camp never filed taxes for Camp Investments.

    The evidence at trial revealed that, during the scheme, Camp defrauded both women and banks out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

    Camp faces a minimum of two years and up to 392 years in prison when sentenced on Sept. 12. Actual sentences for federal crimes are typically less than the maximum penalties. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    Erik S. Siebert, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, and Michael Feinberg, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Norfolk Field Office, made the announcement after U.S. District Judge Arenda Wright Allen accepted the verdict.

    Assistant U.S. Attorneys Rebecca Gantt and Elizabeth M. Yusi are prosecuting the case.

    A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia. Related court documents and information are located on the website of the District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia or on PACER by searching for Case No. 2:23-cr-63.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ICE, federal partner investigation results in 2 men convicted, 1 extradited from Guatemala for role in 2022 San Antonio alien smuggling mass casualty incident 

    Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

    WASHINGTON — Two men were convicted by a federal jury March 18 for their roles in a 2022 mass casualty alien smuggling event in San Antonio, Texas that resulted in 53 deaths and 11 aliens injured. A third man allegedly involved in the same fatal smuggling incident was extradited from Guatemala to the United States to face justice in the case. This investigation is being conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with the assistance of various federal and state law enforcement agencies in South Texas.

    Felipe Orduna-Torres, 30, also known as Cholo, Chuequito, and Negro and Armando Gonzalez-Ortega, 55, also known as El Don and Don Gon were found guilty by a jury for their roles in the mass casualty alien smuggling event.

    Following extensive coordination and cooperation between U.S. and Guatemalan law enforcement authorities, Rigoberto Ramon Miranda-Orozco, 48, an alleged leader of a Guatemala-based alien smuggling organization was extradited to the United States to face trial for his alleged role in the San Antonio mass casualty incident.

    “These convictions and extradition represent the Justice Department’s commitment to prosecuting the leaders, organizers, and key facilitators of alien smuggling networks that bring people illegally — at significant risk to life — into the United States,” said Supervisory Official Matthew R. Galeotti, head of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division. “It is a powerful example of the crucial work of Joint Task Force Alpha, which has been enhanced and empowered to go after cartels and transnational criminal organizations and to eliminate the scourge of human smuggling and trafficking.”

    According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Orduna-Torres, and Gonzalez-Ortega conspired with others as part of an alien smuggling organization that loaded approximately 66 aliens into a tractor trailer, which lacked functioning air conditioning, and drove the aliens north across the U.S.-Mexico border and on a Texas interstate. On June 27, 2022, as the temperature rose, some of the migrants inside the trailer lost consciousness, while others clawed at the walls, trying to escape. By the time the tractor-trailer reached San Antonio, according to the evidence presented at trial, 48 migrants had already died. Another five migrants died after being transported to local hospitals. Six children and a pregnant woman were among the deceased. The defendants conspired with others to facilitate the travel of the aliens from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States, charging the aliens and their families approximately $12,000 to $15,000 USD for the perilous journey.

    Orduna-Torres and Gonzalez-Ortega were each convicted of one count of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens resulting in death, resulting in serious bodily injury and placing lives in jeopardy, one count of transportation of illegal aliens resulting in death, and one count of transportation of illegal aliens resulting in serious bodily injury and placing lives in jeopardy. For both counts resulting in death, they each face a maximum penalty of life in prison at their sentencing on June 27. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    “The extradition of Miranda-Orozco to U.S. custody is a major step in the takedown of a large and complex human smuggling organization he is alleged to be a part of,” said acting U.S. Attorney Margaret Leachman for the Western District of Texas. “Just as we’ve shown throughout the trial of Orduna-Torres and Gonzalez-Ortega, we will continue to prosecute this case aggressively — seeking justice for those who have perished and holding accountable those who illegally value profit over human life.”

    “ICE aggressively targets human smugglers, no matter where they operate or how far they think they can hide,” said ICE Homeland Security Investigations San Antonio Special Agent in Charge Craig Larrabee. “These verdicts reflect the scope and depth of our human smuggling investigations. From country of origin to final destination, our special agents have worked tirelessly to track these criminals down and dismantle their entire smuggling network. One by one we are seeing the consequences of human smuggling as the justice system prevails.”

    Miranda-Orozco conspired with other smugglers to facilitate the travel of four aliens from Guatemala through Mexico, and ultimately, to the United States, charging the families approximately $12,000 to $15,000 USD for the deadly journey. Miranda-Orozco is alleged to be responsible for smuggling three migrants who perished in the tractor trailer.

    In August 2024, Miranda-Orozco was arrested in Guatemala pursuant to a U.S. request for his extradition. His arrest was part of a large-scale takedown during which Guatemalan law enforcement executed multiple search and arrest warrants across Guatemala. Miranda-Orozco was indicted under seal in the Western District of Texas, and his indictment was unsealed after he was arrested. Miranda-Orozco made his initial appearance March 17 in Federal District Court in San Antonio and was arraigned on the indictment charging him with one count of conspiracy to bring an alien to the United States resulting in death, three counts of aiding and abetting bringing an alien to the United States resulting in death, one count of conspiracy to bring an alien to the United States causing serious bodily injury and placing lives in jeopardy, and one count of aiding and abetting bringing an alien to the United States causing serious bodily injury and placing lives in jeopardy.

    ICE HSI San Antonio led U.S. investigative efforts, working in concert with HSI Guatemala’s team members, and the HSI Human Smuggling Unit in Washington, D.C. ICE HSI received substantial assistance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s National Targeting Center/Operation Sentinel; U.S. Border Patrol; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; the San Antonio Police Department; the San Antonio Fire Department; and the Palestine Police Department. The Justice Department’s Office of International Affairs worked with law enforcement partners in Guatemala to secure the arrest and extradition of Miranda-Orozco and, along with the Criminal Division’s Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training, provided crucial assistance in this matter.

    The case against Orduna-Torres and Gonzalez-Ortega is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Eric Fuchs, Sarah Spears, and Amanda Brown for the Western District of Texas. The case against Miranda-Orozco is being prosecuted by Trial Attorney Alexandra Skinnion of the Criminal Division’s HRSP Section and Assistant U.S. Attorney/JTFA prosecutor Jose Luis Acosta for the Western District of Texas, with assistance from HRSP Historian/Latin America Specialist Joanna Crandall.

    Learn more about ICE HSI San Antonio’s mission to increase public safety in South Texas communities on X at @HSI_SanAntonio.

    The charges contained in an indictment are merely allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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