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International Graduates in Nova Scotia Face Lengthy Work Permit Backlogs
Nova Scotia’s PGWP delays average 237 days with a 42% backlog, over IRCC’s 20% target. Reduced 2025 study…
Nashville Volunteers Mobilize to Counter Local ICE Enforcement Actions
Massive May 2025 ICE-THP operations in Nashville prompted nearly 600 traffic stops and 196 arrests, many without criminal…
Irish Green Card Holder Cliona Ward Released from ICE Detention
Irish resident Cliona Ward was detained in 2025 due to old expunged convictions unrecognized federally. Legal and union…
Georgia Republican Lawmaker Challenges State’s Strict Immigration Crackdown
Georgia intensified enforcement with HB 1105 and expanded 287(g), requiring local cooperation with ICE. The detention of DACA…
Japan Launches Expert Council to Tackle Domestic Aviation Challenges
In May 2025, Japan created an expert council to resolve domestic aviation challenges, focusing on green technology, safety…
El Al Systems Crash Temporarily Halts Check-In and Boarding
El Al’s May 26, 2025 outage disabled online check-in and boarding, causing long airport lines and flight delays…
Senator Rick Scott’s FLIGHT Act Mandates Improved Flight Status Updates
Senator Rick Scott’s FLIGHT Act requires airlines to update passengers every 15 minutes during flight delays. The proposed…
VietJet Doubles A330neo Order to Expand European Network
Vietjet’s May 2025 order doubles its Airbus A330-900neo fleet to 40, supporting new direct flights to Europe and…
Wildlife Mitigation Team Protects Planes and Animals During Migration
Salt Lake City Airport recorded 418 bird strikes in 2024. The FAA-guided wildlife mitigation program combines habitat control,…
Construction Begins on Madrid Airport Metro Extension Project
Madrid is extending Metro Line 5 to directly serve Barajas Airport, improving transport for millions of travelers and…
easyJet to Reopen Newcastle Airport Base in March 2026
easyJet’s Newcastle base reopens in March 2026 with three aircraft and 130 direct jobs, supporting 1,200 roles UK-wide.…
Prince Edward Island Seeks More Skilled Workers Amid Quota Cuts
Prince Edward Island’s 2025 Provincial Nominee Program draw issued 168 invitations during quota cuts to 1,025. Prioritizing healthcare,…
UAE Residents Benefit from Faster Visa Approvals in Schengen Countries
Schengen visa slots in the UAE are fully booked for summer 2025. Germany introduces a five-year visa and…
Spain Visa Revamp: Job Seekers Can Stay 12 Months If Eligible
Spain’s Job Seeker Visa duration increased to 12 months as of May 2025, targeting skilled non-EU workers with…
Trump Administration Expands Mass Deportations, Raising Due Process Concerns
Beginning in January 2025, the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign includes daily ICE arrest quotas, expanded expedited removal,…