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Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Shared gajar ka halwa, aam ras with fellow astronauts: Shukla tells PM Modi
India's Shubhanshu Shukla and three other astronauts react after their Space-X Dragon spacecraft docked to the International Space Station, as part of the Axiom-4 mission. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, shared Indian delicacies like 'gajar ka halwa' with his fellow astronauts. During his 14-day stay as part of the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla described to Prime Minister Modi the unique challenges of living in microgravity, including sleeping and drinking, while highlighting the scientific experiments being conducted. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads India's Shubhanshu Shukla and other astronauts on the International Space Station relished delicacies such as ' gajar ka halwa ', 'moong dal halwa' and ' aam ras ' as they began their 14-day stay on the orbital shared these details in an 18-minute interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday from the International Space Station that is orbiting the earth at an altitude of 400 km."Yes, I brought 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal ka halwa' and 'aam ras'. I wanted everyone who has joined me from other countries to enjoy the rich Indian cuisine. All of us had it together and everyone liked it," Shukla told the prime asked Shukla whether he had shared any Indian delicacies with his fellow reached the International Space Station on Thursday along with three other astronauts as part of the commercial Axiom-4 mission for a 14-day stay during which the crew will be part of a series of science reaching the orbital lab on Thursday, Shukla and the three astronauts spent the day settling in and setting up their sleeping Peggy Whitson is located in the Airlock, Shukla in Dragon, Slawosz "Suave" Uznanski-Wisniewski in Columbus, and Tibor Kapu in the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM).They completed handover activities with the Expedition 73 crew and began acclimating to life in operational tasks were also completed, including unpacking cargo in Dragon and reviewing emergency the interaction, Shukla briefed the prime minister about various experiments being done in to how space differs from Earth, Shukla explained that everything in space feels different from the training on the ground. He added that his feet were tied while speaking to Prime Minister Modi; otherwise, he would start said simple acts like drinking water or sleeping become significant challenges in space. Shukla explained that one can sleep on the ceiling, on the walls, or wherever, since orientation becomes fluid."Adjusting to this altered environment takes a day or two, but the experience is a beautiful harmony of science and wonder," he said.
Style Blueprint
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Style Blueprint
Plant-Based in Memphis: My Top Vegan & Veg-Friendly Eats
Share with your friends! Pinterest LinkedIn Email Flipboard Reddit I spent a recent weekend in Memphis and made it my mission to explore some of the city's plant-based offerings — and wow, did it deliver! From creative veggie-forward dishes to indulgent bites, I barely scratched the surface of what Memphis has to offer. If you're plant-based in Memphis, get ready to swoon. While I didn't make it to every vegan café or fully plant-based spot (there are so many!), the places I did visit made a lasting impression. I especially love discovering vegetarian and vegan dishes at restaurants that aren't strictly plant-based — it shows just how much thought and creativity Memphis chefs are pouring into their menus. These are a few of my favorite bites from the trip, and I'm already making a wish list for next time. The Archives Bar & Bistro I popped into The Archives for a pre-dinner bite and was pleasantly surprised by their seasonal salad, dressed in a house-made balsamic that was rich, tangy, and full of depth. While I didn't try it this time, the cauliflower steak with mushroom risotto caught my eye, and it's high on my list when they reopen. Editor's Note: As of May 2025, The Archives Bar & Bistro is closed for renovations. Visit their Instagram for updates! Pin JEM For something elegant and inventive, JEM was a highlight of my trip. I started with the marinated eggplant — served with creamy garlic hummus, spiced honey, sunflower Romesco, mint, and house-made pita. It was a beautiful balance of smoky, sweet, and fresh. Dinner was pillowy gnocchi tossed with sweet Vidalia onions and spicy Calabrian chiles — rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced. Pin Hive Hive is a cozy daytime spot where I kicked off one morning with a bagel and hummus. Simple, satisfying, and yes, I caved and snagged a croissant, too. Not strictly plant-based, but when they look that flaky and golden, who can resist? Pin This iconic spot in Cooper-Young has plenty to offer plant-based diners, especially during brunch. I ordered the Thai-style Breakfast Bowl, a vibrant mix of coconut, saffron, and lemongrass-ginger-lime broth layered with maitake mushrooms, avocado, pearl jade rice, crispy tofu, and a crunchy cabbage-watermelon slaw. It's as flavorful as it sounds, and one of the most creative brunch dishes I've ever had. Pin Amelia Gene's Looking for something upscale? Amelia Gene's is your place. My dinner began with a delicate tempura squash blossom over a bed of ratatouille — a visual and culinary treat. For my entrée: pesto pasta, simple yet full of depth. It was the kind of dinner that feels special, but not fussy. Pin City Silo No trip is complete without a great breakfast to go, and City Silo had me covered. Their avocado toast was fresh, flavorful, and the perfect send-off before hitting the road. Pro tip: Grab a smoothie or wellness latte for the drive! Pin Whether you're plant-based full-time or just exploring more veggie-forward meals, Memphis has plenty to offer beyond its famous ribs. These spots prove that flavor, creativity, and presentation are alive and well in the city's plant-based scene. And I can't wait to go back for round two. Until next time, Memphis! ********** For more food and dining recommendations, visit our archives. About the Author Kate Feinberg Kate Feinberg is StyleBlueprint's Associate Editor & Sponsored Content Specialist, based in Nashville. Kate is a plant-based foodie, avid runner, and fantasy reader.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Laramie County sheriff secures first agreement allowing deputies to act as ICE agents
CHEYENNE — Some deputies with the Laramie County Sheriff's Office will now be authorized to interrogate and process suspected undocumented immigrants per an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 287(g) Jail Enforcement Agreement. On May 20, LCSO joined agencies in more than 40 states officially participating in the Jail Enforcement Model (JEM), one of three models offered to local law enforcement that empower officers to act as ICE agents, with some limitations. Named for Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), these agreements allow ICE to delegate some of its responsibilities to state and local law enforcement officers. LCSO is pursuing all three agreements available to law enforcement, including the Warrant Service Officer (WSO) model and the Task Force Model (TFM), both of which are pending approval. 'Our focus on investigations for immigration is going to be kept to traffic stops and on the interstates for interdiction, or if you wind up in jail,' Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak told the Wyoming Tribune Eagle on Friday. 'Our policy is going to be pretty clear that our deputies, when they go to a call or do an investigation, do not ask about immigration status.' Regardless of Kozak's intent, these programs have been heavily criticized by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and others for potential financial and civil rights consequences, relying on law enforcement to do ICE's job at the expense of services to locals. Each agreement requires local law enforcement to take on different immigration tasks typically associated with ICE, said ACLU of Wyoming Senior Staff Attorney Andrew Malone. Even though there is training required, it is not as rigorous as the training for full-time ICE agents. The financial, civil rights and local service risks associated with the program don't lessen by pursuing all three contracts, Malone said. 'People are receiving less training, (and) are doing this in addition to their regular jobs,' Malone said. 'The exact scope depends on which type of model, but by choosing to take on all three, you're just kind of multiplying the issues that come with taking on any one of these models.' While ACLU advocates point to several case studies that demonstrate these risks, Kozak says he doesn't see staffing or financial burdens being an issue. Kozak added that trust issues between immigrant communities and law enforcement exist regardless of the agreements. 'That's always been an issue, no matter what,' Kozak said. 'Even though we've tried outreach to try to tell people not to be afraid to call us, it's still a problem.' LCSO has a few Spanish-speaking deputies who work on outreach to Spanish-speaking communities. Two of those deputies will be certified with ICE through the 287(g) agreements, according to Kozak. The first MOA While the TFM and WSO agreements are still pending, the JEM agreement is in effect, allowing deputies to process 'removable aliens,' or immigrants who are suspected of violating immigration laws. Per the memorandum of agreement between LCSO and ICE, deputies assigned to detention duties will perform immigration-related tasks in addition to performing their normal duties. Under the direction and supervision of ICE, these deputies will have the authority to: * Interrogate any person held in the jail 'who the officer believes to be an alien about his or her right to remain in the United States.' * Process for immigration violations for those arrested on federal, state or local offenses. * Serve and execute warrants of arrest for immigration violations. * Administer oaths and take and consider evidence, including fingerprinting, photographing and interviewing suspected undocumented immigrants in custody. * Prepare charging documents, affidavits and take sworn statements for ICE supervisory review. * Detain and transport arrested immigrants subject to removal. Per the memorandum, LCSO is responsible for maintaining proper records and is required to notify ICE of a hold related to a suspected immigration violation within 24 hours. LCSO personnel are also required to 'report all encounters with asserted or suspected claims of U.S. citizenship to ICE immediately, but generally within one hour of the claim. From deputy to ICE agent Though he has reiterated the goal to maintain community trust and keep ICE actions restricted to the jail several times, Kozak has recently decided to pursue a contract that will give his deputies immigration authority outside of the jail, the 287(g) TFM. Kozak recently decided to pursue the more aggressive agreement after reflecting on his experience with law enforcement in Avon, Colorado. While in Avon, officers working with Kozak encountered two suspected violent offenders who were abusing approximately 18 victims of human trafficking. 'We asked ICE assistance in that case, and they would not assist,' Kozak said. 'We were almost ready to release the offenders because we had no authority to investigate the federal crimes.' After some pressure, Kozak said ICE eventually assisted. That was in the early 2000s, and now, Kozak says he wants to avoid that situation at all costs. 'I want our deputies who are doing human trafficking interdiction to be able to help victims and do everything all at once,' Kozak said. 'That's the main reason why I changed my mind about (TFM).' The TFM will allow deputies to be a 'force multiplier' in 'non-custodial settings,' essentially acting as ICE agents outside of the jail, which Kozak intends to utilize in drug and human trafficking interdiction operations. Now Kozak says that, assuming ICE is pursuing someone suspected of criminal offenses, deputies trained under the TFM agreement could potentially assist ICE with local operations. Task forces return under Trump While Kozak is hopeful that these deals will help build community trust, the 287(g) TFM has a history of civil rights abuses, particularly racial profiling, which caused it to be discontinued under the Obama administration, according to the ACLU. The option for TFM has only recently returned following an executive order from President Donald Trump in January titled 'Protecting the American People Against Invasion.' 'Depending on how each specific agreement is crafted and enforced, all three 287(g) models may expose local law enforcement agencies to potential liability for constitutional and legal violations,' two representatives of the ACLU of Wyoming wrote in an article published May 14. Despite the agreement's history, Kozak is still intent on utilizing it, pending ICE approval. 'We know I-80 (and) I-25 are the major corridors for human trafficking and drugs,' Kozak said. 'We just want to be effective in what we're doing, and … having our deputies certified to take action on all those issues.' Kozak added that often those involved in drug trafficking are also 'illegal aliens,' though data from the CATO Institute indicates that the majority of drug traffickers in the U.S. are citizens. According to the Department of Homeland Security, 'There is no single profile of a human trafficker; their only commonality is that they are driven by profit at the expense of others.'
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
This new law lets Tennessee police and ICE collaborate. Here's how
For the last four years, law enforcement agencies nationwide have been confronting unprecedented consequences created by the Biden administration's devastating open-border policies. Just as President Donald Trump was returning to office in January, Tennessee Republicans were taking critical steps to support his immigration agenda by passing laws to remove dangerous criminals from our streets. To improve coordination between state, local and federal agencies, we passed legislation creating a state immigration enforcement division within the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. More: Tennessee Highway Patrol applies for federal ICE program in wake of Nashville crackdowns One of the most important benefits of this law is the establishment of a new state grant program to support local agencies that enter into 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). For sheriffs and police chiefs, this is a proven tool to keep their communities safe. It's voluntary, constitutional and highly effective. These grant programs allow trained local officers, typically jail deputies, to identify and process criminal aliens already in custody. Several models within the program include the Jail Enforcement Model (JEM) and the Warrant Service Officer Model (WSO). Under the JEM, local officers are trained and authorized by ICE to identify, process and detain individuals already in custody for immigration violations. The WSO model allows officers who have completed an online training course to serve civil immigration warrants within their detention facilities, on behalf of ICE. These models are focused and practical. Officers working within the programs don't deal with street-level immigration issues; they specifically target lawbreakers already in custody for other crimes. More: Sumner County joins a growing number of counties signing on to ICE enforcement program Shockingly, between October 1 and December 31, 2024, approximately 2,719 illegal immigrants were charged with crimes in Tennessee. These crimes included 11 homicides and 447 violent offenses, according to a report from the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference. That's in just three months, and from only 73 of Tennessee's 95 counties. (The other 22 didn't submit any data.) If these models were implemented statewide, it would guarantee those 2,719 criminals would never freely walk around our state again. Our communities are fed up with the increased drug trafficking, gang violence, and presence of repeat offenders who should have never been here in the first place. ICE continues to do an outstanding job identifying and removing illegal aliens, but they cannot reverse four years of open-border damage alone. They need our support, and these 287(g) agreements are how Tennessee can step up and help. Most recently, the Florida Sheriff's Association announced that all of the Sunshine State's 67 counties would be participating in the 287(g) program, ensuring every county jail has an ICE-deputized officer in place. Currently, only seven counties in Tennessee are participating in the program. This must change. I urge every sheriff and police chief across the state to act now. Opinion: Metro government's ICE outrage is lawlessness disguised as kindness The process is straightforward. The training is covered, and the state offers financial support to help agencies get started. These programs work. Most importantly, these programs prevent the release of criminal illegal aliens back into our communities. We have the tools. The funding is available. Now it's time to act. Let's make it clear that Tennessee enforces its laws and protects its citizens. Lee Reeves serves District 65 of the Tennessee House of Representatives, which includes part of Williamson County. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Tennessee sheriffs have a new tool to fight crime. Use it | Opinion
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NKK Switches of America Announces Vincent Matsushita as President of North American Operations
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NKK Switches, a global designer, manufacturer and switch solution provider of innovative electromechanical switches, announces the appointment of Mr. Vincent Matsushita as President of its North American operations in Scottsdale, AZ. This election is in consistent alignment with NKK's ongoing commitment of ensuring excellence in quality and procuring market share in North America. Raised and educated in Japan, Vincent moved to southern CA and worked as a chemical engineer, and from there, a marketing specialist with ITT Industries in the Military/Aerospace division. Here he was deeply involved with NASA's international space station JEM project. For the past 18 years, Vincent was employed with Ryosan Technologies USA, Inc., a Japanese semiconductor distributor, first as a regional sales manager, and more recently, as president. NKK is pleased to welcome Vincent, an accomplished executive with extensive technical knowledge and qualifications in management and distribution. He was drawn to NKK's traditional values and spirit. He is anxious to unite his expertise with the NKK team and enlarge the vision of increased market share while supplying superior products and exceptional customer care. About NKK Switches NKK has been a global designer and manufacturer of the industry's most extensive array of electromechanical switches for over 70 years. A complete suite of comprehensive solutions is available, including design, programming, value added services and ongoing engineering support. Their portfolio includes toggles, rockers, pushbuttons, programmable, keylocks, rotaries, slides, tactiles, tilt switches, touch screens and membranes; and within the group types are illuminated, surface mount, sealed, IP rated and emergency stop switches. Various power levels, mounting types and terminals in ultra-miniature, subminiature, miniature and standard sizes are offered. For more information: Media Contactmarketing@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
