Oliver Mercer
Immigrants Shy Away from Canada’s Largest Cities
Newcomers to Canada are increasingly choosing mid-sized cities like Edmonton and Calgary over traditional hubs like Toronto and…
Express Entry IRCC Backlog Reaches Highest Level in Three Years
Canada and the U.S. are grappling with rising immigration backlogs. IRCC reported a 32% backlog in Express Entry,…
Sources: ICE Plans New EP County Detention Centers; No Official Announcement
ICE has reportedly acquired warehouse properties in El Paso County to build a new 8,500-bed detention facility. This…
From Visa Runs to QR Codes, Thailand’s Expats Face New Digital Reality
Thailand's entry requirements have shifted toward a mandatory digital system (TDAC) and biometric tracking, making stay patterns more…
Golden Visa, Portugal’s Presidential Runoff, Chega Pose Limited Risk
Portugal heads to a presidential runoff in February 2026 between António José Seguro and André Ventura. While political…
Finland Proposes Welfare-Linked Revocation of International Student Re…
A new Finnish draft bill proposes revoking residence permits for non-EU students who receive state social assistance. Even…
No Guarantees or Deadlines: Foreigners Wait Years for Lithuanian Citizenship
Foreigners in Lithuania face citizenship delays of two to four years, exacerbated by new U.S. security protocols and…
Trump Posts AI Map Claiming Greenland, Canada, Venezuela as U.S. Territory
President Trump shared AI images depicting Greenland, Canada, and Venezuela as U.S. territories. The posts highlight a shift…
Third Circuit Overturns Order Blocking Mahmoud Khalil Arrest and Deportation
A Third Circuit panel ruled 2-1 that district courts cannot intervene in certain deportation cases, reversing a block…
New U.S. Citizens Celebrate Naturalization Ceremony in Charleston
A naturalization ceremony in Charleston welcomed 50 new U.S. citizens from 27 countries. Beyond the celebration, the event…
Government Cites Supply Shortage in Immigration, Housing Crisis Australia
The report examines why reducing migration isn't a quick fix for Australia's housing crisis. It details how planning…
Immigrant Advocates Urge Preparation for Possible ICE Surge in Wisconsin
Wisconsin communities are preparing for increased ICE activity driven by new local law enforcement partnerships and regional enforcement…
EB-5 Choice Expands EB-5 Regional Centers to Support Green Card Access
USCIS and DHS have signaled a 2026 agenda centered on efficiency and transparency for the EB-5 program. With…
Port Richey PD Gets Federal Funds for Immigration Enforcement Efforts
Port Richey PD’s new federal funding for immigration cooperation signals an increase in local-to-federal enforcement activity. This shift…
Michigan REAL ID for Visa Holders 2026: SOS Rules and Documents
Michigan residents on visas now need REAL ID for airport checkpoints. To apply, you must bring original immigration…