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Boston Globe
a day ago
- Politics
- Boston Globe
‘I would not have left': An Indian student went home after the US terminated his status. Now he can't come back.
'A lot of people got scared,' said the student, who asked not to be named for fear of reprisal. Some foreign students made the wrenching decision to drop everything and leave. The PhD student was among them. He bought a one-way ticket from Boston to Mumbai, and left April 5. Advertisement What these students couldn't have known: The federal government would soon restore most international students' statuses in its Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) The problem, immigration lawyers said, is that the State Department did not automatically restore their visas, which allow international travel. With a revoked visa, anyone who leaves and tries to come back could be stopped by airport officers and barred from reentering the United States, or risk getting stuck abroad because of security delays. Back in India, the PhD student applied for a new visa May 9, but got denied two weeks later. He has an 'active' status in the SEVIS database, 'as though the termination did not happen,' according to a notice sent by ICE in June and reviewed by the Globe. But without a valid visa he is physically locked out of the country. Advertisement While the story of a PhD marooned in Mumbai may seem distant, it illustrates how compliance with the letter of the law doesn't always ensure protection. It also shows how difficult it is to bring people back once they've removed themselves from the country, said immigration lawyers. 'I did all the things right. I was compliant. They asked me to leave. I left the country,' said the PhD student. In doing so, 'I became a statistic to their self-deportation [initiative].' If he had to do it all over again, he said, 'I would not have left.' Lawyers said they generally advised students who had their statuses terminated this spring to stay in the United States, or made sure students at least knew their options. 'We know of cases where individuals did decide that 'I'm not going to fight,' for whatever reason,' said Boston-based attorney Elizabeth Goss. It's hard to know how many students left, or where they ended up. A sizable number seem to hail from India, which The State Department, in an email to the Globe, said that 'whenever an individual's visa is revoked, he or she may reapply at one of our consulates or embassies overseas at any time.' Advertisement But some students have been denied authorization for reentry, and in late May, the US The way Cambridge-based lawyer Stephanie Marzouk sees it, the Trump administration 'doesn't want foreign students here' and is 'pursuing this scorched-earth strategy of doing everything they can to dissuade people from coming to the US to study.' The Indian PhD student, who didn't want to identify his school, applied for his visa before the United States suspended new interviews, but he was rejected under Immigration and Nationality Act's Section 214(b) because he didn't sufficiently demonstrate 'strong ties' to his native country that would compel him to return home. He questioned why that concern was never flagged previously: 'I've done two visas before this [one], and I've presented my strong ties to them successfully.' 'My dad is a heart patient while my mother is a breast cancer patient,' he added. 'I'm not interested in leaving them.' Soon after his rejection, he created a poll in his WhatsApp chat group of Indian students and found at least 14 others denied for the same reason. Dahlia French, an immigration lawyer based in Texas, has met with around 11 students and heard of another 25 or so rejected on these grounds. 'Almost all are Indian,' she said. Charles Kuck, a lawyer based in Atlanta, , said he's only heard of two students who have been approved for new visas since they returned home, 'but I've got at least 60 who have been denied' for 214(b), and 'they were all from India.' Advertisement Reversing a visa denial is practically unheard of because of the judicial doctrine of Kuck advised clients who left not to reapply for a visa. 'If the revocations were illegal, which we believe they were, then these students don't need to go back to the consulate; they can just come in on their current visas,' he said. Simii, who asked to be identified by her first name only to protect her privacy, is a 30-year-old who graduated from Northeastern in 2022. The software engineer was in her third year of employment related to her field of study when she learned her SEVIS status was terminated and her visa revoked. She returned to India, only to learn her SEVIS record had been reactivated. But with only a few months left before her student status runs out, she doubts the government will grant her another visa. The PhD candidate had been studying neurodevelopmental disorders in his university lab in Boston when he found out ICE terminated his record. The reason he was given, he said, was 'otherwise failing to maintain status -- Individual identified in criminal records check and/or has had VISA revoked.' Around five years ago, he was picked up in New York state for driving while ability impaired, Advertisement 'I was 21 at the time, and that was definitely a stupid mistake,' he said. When he applied for a visa for his PhD program, he declared the prior DWAI conviction, then completed another round of medical and psychological evaluations before it was approved. After his recent visa rejection, he's struggling to find a lawyer. For these students, 'all that can be done is they can be better prepared to go back on a second consular interview,' and try to prove they do maintain strong ties to their country, said Kuck. Simii, the Northeastern graduate, said she no longer sees the point in reapplying. Instead, she's traveling around India before looking for a job. 'I didn't leave because I gave up. I left because I refused to live in fear, uncertainty, and anxiety created by the immigration system,' she wrote in an email. 'I am sharing my story so that other students who feel scared, stuck, or ashamed because of a system that failed them can feel seen and heard.' Globe correspondent Jade Lozada contributed to this report. Brooke Hauser can be reached at
North Wales Live
6 days ago
- North Wales Live
Review: Majority D100 Bookshelf Speakers punch above their weight
I'm an unashamed fan of Majority, the Cambridge-based audio company that specialises in decent kit at a very good price. I've reviewed many of it products and haven't come across a dud yet and I'm happy to report the D100 Bookshelf Speakers continues that run. The most powerful Majority sells, the D100s are a pair of good-sized speakers that will look nice sitting next to your TV or home stereo set-up. As well as the audio quality, which we'll get into later, the ace in the hand is the number of connectivity options the D100s give. You can choose from 5.3 Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, optical, aux and phono - so it's pretty much plug-and-play all the way. I tested out all four and I'm happy to report they all work as expected. The Bluetooth option - which can be a bit tricky on other devices - was dead easy to get working when I paired it with my projector. The speakers are a little retro-looking with a solid wood housing in black and brown. And for a first, you ger an understated, metal remote rather than the usual plastic one. It's an old-fashioned IR remote rather than Bluetooth, which is the only real hint at the budget price. You do get dials on the left speaker that allow you to switch inputs as well as control volume, bass and and treble levels. To the back of the same speaker you'll find all the ports, as well as a USB for playing on-board music (and installing firmware updates). Now on to the sound. While they obviously won't compete with the real high-end speakers on the market, they certainly punch way above their weight. You could pay double and get less, is how I put it. The audio will easily fill your average living room thanks to the metal speaker cones, three-driver sound and 100W of amplification gives them a bit of oomph. If you're a true audiophile, you might notice a lack of detail - and a bit of hiss - but the average consumer just won't notice. All in all, they look nice, will connect to anything and deliver quality way above the £120 price tag. As with any Majority product you also get a three-year warranty. There's not much more you could ask for. The D100 Bookshelf Speakers are available via Amazon for £119.95. What users say "Sound quality is way above what one might reasonably expect for the low price, and they are voiced very much in the 'British' style. They are in many ways reminiscent of the classic BBC LS3/5a, with a communicative bass, articulate midrange, and polite treble." "Excellent value. Used with another mains powered device, there is some hiss - a good, balanced power supply unit might solve that. Used with a decent DC (battery) MP3 player via the phono jack the sound is poignant, crystal clear, with a good bass punch. Much better than I expected for the price."
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Wales Online
Review: Majority D100 Bookshelf Speakers punch above their weight
Review: Majority D100 Bookshelf Speakers punch above their weight The D100s are a pair of good-sized speakers that will look nice sitting next to your TV or home stereo Majority D100 3-Driver Active Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers I'm an unashamed fan of Majority, the Cambridge-based audio company that specialises in decent kit at a very good price. I've reviewed many of it products and haven't come across a dud yet and I'm happy to report the D100 Bookshelf Speakers continues that run. The most powerful Majority sells, the D100s are a pair of good-sized speakers that will look nice sitting next to your TV or home stereo set-up. As well as the audio quality, which we'll get into later, the ace in the hand is the number of connectivity options the D100s give. You can choose from 5.3 Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, optical, aux and phono - so it's pretty much plug-and-play all the way. I tested out all four and I'm happy to report they all work as expected. The Bluetooth option - which can be a bit tricky on other devices - was dead easy to get working when I paired it with my projector. The speakers are a little retro-looking with a solid wood housing in black and brown. And for a first, you ger an understated, metal remote rather than the usual plastic one. It's an old-fashioned IR remote rather than Bluetooth, which is the only real hint at the budget price. You do get dials on the left speaker that allow you to switch inputs as well as control volume, bass and and treble levels. To the back of the same speaker you'll find all the ports, as well as a USB for playing on-board music (and installing firmware updates). Article continues below Now on to the sound. While they obviously won't compete with the real high-end speakers on the market, they certainly punch way above their weight. You could pay double and get less, is how I put it. The audio will easily fill your average living room thanks to the metal speaker cones, three-driver sound and 100W of amplification gives them a bit of oomph. If you're a true audiophile, you might notice a lack of detail - and a bit of hiss - but the average consumer just won't notice. All in all, they look nice, will connect to anything and deliver quality way above the £120 price tag. As with any Majority product you also get a three-year warranty. There's not much more you could ask for. The D100 Bookshelf Speakers are available via Amazon for £119.95. What users say "Sound quality is way above what one might reasonably expect for the low price, and they are voiced very much in the 'British' style. They are in many ways reminiscent of the classic BBC LS3/5a, with a communicative bass, articulate midrange, and polite treble." "Excellent value. Used with another mains powered device, there is some hiss - a good, balanced power supply unit might solve that. Used with a decent DC (battery) MP3 player via the phono jack the sound is poignant, crystal clear, with a good bass punch. Much better than I expected for the price." Alternatives Roxel Onyx Active Bookshelf Speakers Article continues below Audioengine A5+ 150W Powered Home Music Speaker System
Boston Globe
7 days ago
- Health
- Boston Globe
FDA clears Moderna's RSV vaccine for use in people aged 18 to 59
'RSV poses a serious health risk to adults with certain chronic conditions, and today's approval marks an important step forward in our ability to protect additional populations from severe illness from RSV,' Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel, said in a statement. Advertisement The approval was a welcome win for the Cambridge-based company, which has faced several setbacks of late due to deep distrust of its messenger RNA vaccine platform among supporters of health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A number The next step in the vaccine's path to expanded use has already been cleared. At a meeting in April, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's expert vaccines panel, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, voted to recommend use of RSV vaccine Advertisement At the time of the vote, only two of the three licensed RSV vaccines — Pfizer's Abryso and GSK's Arexvy — were licensed for use in adults under the age of 60. The committee's recommendation was worded in such a way as to include any RSV with a license for use in this age group, so should, in theory, apply as well to the Moderna vaccine now that the age extension has been endorsed by the FDA. But that ACIP recommendation is currently in limbo. A recommendation from the advisory body must be approved by the CDC director or the secretary of the Health and Human Services Department in order to come into force. There is currently no CDC director and in the nearly two months since ACIP endorsed the recommendation, Kennedy has chosen not to sign off on it. He did, however, approve three other recommendations the committee made related to use of chikungunya vaccines. Without a recommendation from the ACIP that has been accepted by the CDC director or the health secretary, the vaccine can be administered to an individual in the new age group, but health insurers do not have to cover its cost. Kennedy Advertisement Late last month Moderna The company said it will have mRESVIA available in the U.S. for both younger adults at increased risk — the ages 18 to 59 cohort — and adults aged 60 and older for the 2025-2026 respiratory virus season.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Exoskeleton Market Research and Global Forecast Report 2025-2030: Powered Exoskeletons Lead Growth with Robust Investment Activities, Industrial Adoption Amplifies Expansion
The exoskeleton market is projected to grow from USD 0.56 billion in 2025 to USD 2.03 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 29.4%. Exoskeletons enhance mobility for those with physical impairments and reduce industrial workers' strain, boosting demand in healthcare and manufacturing. The rise in the elderly population and home rehabilitation heightens this need. Technological advancements, including AI and improved materials, are enhancing exoskeleton functionality and availability. Significant investments, such as those in German Bionic and Verve Motion, highlight the industry's growth potential. Key players include Ekso Bionics, Ottobock, and CYBERDYNE Inc. Exoskeleton Market Dublin, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Exoskeleton Market by Component (Sensors, Actuators, Power Systems, Controllers, Software), Functionality (Assistive, Rehabilitative, Augmentative, Preventive), Type (Powered, Passive, Hybrid), Body Part (Lower, Upper, Full Body) - Global Forecast to 2030" has been added to offering. The exoskeleton market is anticipated to grow significantly, from USD 0.56 billion in 2025 to USD 2.03 billion by 2030, with a robust CAGR of 29.4% This surge is driven by its expanding integration into healthcare and manufacturing sectors, aiding mobility for physically impaired individuals while reducing industrial workers' physical strain. An aging population and increased home care rehabilitation further propel the demand. The evolution of technology, including AI, sensors, and lightweight materials, enhances the affordability, accessibility, and performance of exoskeletons. Investment from both public and private sectors will continue to bolster product innovation and market growth. Key players in the market include Ekso Bionics (US), Ottobock (Germany), DIH Medical (Switzerland), Comau (Italy), Myomo Inc. (US), CYBERDYNE Inc. (Japan), Lifeward Ltd. (Israel), Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB. (South Korea), B-Temia (Canada), Rex Bionics Ltd. (New Zealand), among Exoskeletons Gaining Momentum The powered exoskeleton sector is witnessing robust growth, exemplified by the strategic investments and increased investor confidence in its commercial viability. German Bionic, an innovator in electrically powered exoskeletons, secured over USD 16.3 million in an extended Series A funding round in December 2023. This investment aims to enhance collaboration with Mubea and scale production for better market deployment. Additionally, Verve Motion, a Cambridge-based startup specializing in robotic exosuits, raised USD 20 million in a Series B funding round to further its market reach. These developments highlight the strategic investment in powered exoskeleton technology, poised to revolutionize industrial automation, injury prevention, and workforce Sector's Rapid Adoption The industrial sector is increasingly adopting exoskeletons to boost worker safety, mitigate fatigue, and enhance productivity. They are essential in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and assembly lines, where repetitive tasks are prevalent. Exoskeletons help mitigate musculoskeletal injuries by supporting the lower back, shoulders, and legs, thereby reducing the occupational health costs and improving Leading Europe Germany leads the European exoskeleton market with strong industrial demand and innovation in healthcare, supported by significant private investments. Its robust manufacturing and logistics sectors actively integrate exoskeletons to enhance workforce efficiency and reduce musculoskeletal injuries. Companies like German Bionic are at the forefront, raising over USD 16.3 million to advance their product offerings, with models like Apogee and Apogee+ significantly impacting logistics, retail, and healthcare sectors with their ergonomic Insights Include: Analysis of market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. Insights into upcoming technologies, R&D activities, and product launches. Comprehensive information on lucrative markets. In-depth competitive assessments and strategic analysis of leading players. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 255 Forecast Period 2025 - 2030 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025 $0.56 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2030 $2.03 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 29.4% Regions Covered Global Market Dynamics Drivers Rising Demand for Robotic Rehabilitation Solutions From Healthcare Sector Increased Adoption in Industrial and Manufacturing Sectors Increased FDA Approvals for Medical Exoskeletons Challenges High Cost of Ownership Comfort and Movement Interference for Workers Power Supply Limitations and Operational Downtime Opportunities Integration of Exoskeletons With AI and IoT Technologies Increasing Adoption of Exoskeletons in Military and Defense Sectors Case Studies Enhancing Worker Ergonomics and Productivity At John Deere With Comau's Mate-Xt Wearable Exoskeleton Enhancing Logistics Operations and Worker Well-Being At Fiege Group With German Bionic AI-Powered Exoskeleton Technology Enhancing Worker Safety and Productivity in Tunnel Construction At Granite Construction With Levitate Technologies Exoskeletons Reducing Physical Strain in Truck Maintenance At Man Truck & Bus With Help of Suitx Technology by Ottobock Ford Motor Company Enhances Worker Safety and Reduces Injuries With Ekso Bionics Eksovest Company Profiles Ekso Bionics Ottobock DIH Medical Comau Myomo Inc. Cyberdyne Inc. Lifeward Ltd. Hyundai Motor Group Robotics Lab. B-Temia Rex Bionics Ltd. Able Human Motion Laevo Exoskeletons German Bionic Systems GmbH Levitate Technologies, Inc. Fourier Trexo Robotics Wandercraft Agade Europe Technologies Archelis Inc. P&S Mechanics Co., Ltd. Rb3D Japet Medical Devices Proteso S.R.L. For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Attachment Exoskeleton Market CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
