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U.S. Blocks Visas for Thai Officials Over Uygur Deportations to China
The U.S. imposed visa sanctions on Thai officials over the deportation of Uyghurs to China, signaling concerns for…
Man Allowed to Stay in UK After Assault, Cites Being Gay
A Pakistani migrant who sexually assaulted a woman avoided deportation from the UK by claiming to be gay,…
Higher Visa Fees and Delays Keep International Artists Off U.S. Stages
Rising U.S. visa fees and processing delays are creating challenges for international artists, making it harder for them…
Immigration’s Quiet Role in Strengthening the Healthcare Workforce
Immigration plays a vital role in addressing the U.S. healthcare workforce crisis caused by staff shortages, burnout, and…
Denmark Tightens Rules for Student Visas to Curb Work Permit Misuse
Denmark has tightened rules for non-EU/EEA student visa holders to address the misuse of student residence permits for…
Guantánamo Bay’s Changing Role: From War on Terror to Immigration Holding
Guantánamo Bay's evolving role spans military strategy, counterterrorism, and recently, immigration detention. Established for detainees post-9/11, its controversial…
Robert Law Brings Tough Stance on Immigration to USCIS Role
President Trump nominated Robert Law as USCIS Director on March 1, 2025. Law, known for strict immigration policies,…
ICE Spends $16 Million on Guantanamo Bay as Migrants Return to US
ICE ended its $16 million controversial migrant detention operation at Guantanamo Bay on March 12, 2025. The initiative…
Green Card and Student Visa Holders in the U.S. Can Face Deportation Too
Green card and student visa holders in the US risk deportation if they violate immigration laws, commit crimes,…
Wife of Mahmoud Khalil Reflects on Activist’s Struggles and Deportation Fight
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University student, faces deportation. His wife admitted feeling naive for…
New Rules Bring Automatic Refunds for Air Travelers
As of March 13, 2025, new automatic airline refund rules require carriers to issue refunds promptly for cancellations…
Indonesian Immigrants in US Fearful Under Trump Policies
The Trump administration’s intensified immigration crackdown has created fear among Indonesian immigrants in the U.S., leaving many anxious…
U.S. Immigrant Population Drives All Growth for First Time Since 1850
In 2022-23, U.S. population growth was solely driven by immigration for the first time since 1850, with 1.6…
Trump Administration Considers Adding Cubans, Haitians to Travel Ban
The Trump administration is evaluating expanding its travel ban to include Cuba and Haiti. This move would restrict…
Court Keeps Block on Trump Order to End Birthright Citizenship
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit on March 10, 2025, upheld a block on former…