Oliver Mercer
New Zealand mother and 6-year-old son detained by ICE after border re-entry
On July 24, 2025, Sarah Shaw and her 6‑year‑old son Isaac were detained by ICE at the US‑Canada…
Judge: Aurora ICE Detainee at “Real Risk” of Unlawful Deportation
In 2025 a judge found an Aurora ICE detainee at “real risk” of unlawful deportation, exposing gaps in…
Iranian Regime Officials Entering Canada with Alarming Ease, 2025 Probe
By August 13, 2025, CBSA probes 66 suspected senior Iranian officials in Canada. Following the 2022 designation and…
Spirit Airlines’ Crisis May Push Competitors’ Fares Higher Soon
In an Aug 12–13 SEC filing, Spirit Airlines warned of “substantial doubt” about its survival without new funding.…
As Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Shows Results, Critics Call It ‘Ludicrous’
The 2025 OBBBA and Proclamation 10886 significantly expand U.S. immigration enforcement: $32B enforcement, $75B border militarization, nationwide expedited…
Protestors Rally at Miami Correctional Facility Against ICE’s ‘Speedway Slammer’ Plan
On August 5, 2025 DHS and Indiana revealed plans to convert up to 1,000 beds at Miami Correctional…
Democrats Say Trump Illegally Blocks ICE Visits, Calls It Bullying Lawmakers
ICE rules effective June 20, 2025, require 72 business hours’ notice for Congressional visits, ban unannounced inspections, and…
Over 60 Air New Zealand Flights Disrupted by Heavy Rain and Low Visibility
Severe weather on August 12, 2025 disrupted over sixty Air New Zealand flights across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.…
Smith Reynolds Airport Celebrates Reopened, Restored Main Terminal
Smith Reynolds Airport reopened its Main Terminal August 11, 2025, restoring 1940s Art Moderne character and adding a…
Avelo adds fall Orlando flights while shortening San Juan service pause
Avelo extended Central Florida schedules through February 10, 2026 (LAL fares from $39) and East Coast service through…
Denver Airport Proposes SMR Study for Power Needs — Community Backlash Grows
DEN issued an RFP on August 6 for an SMR feasibility study (USD 1.25 million, 6–12 months) but…
Canada Targets French Speakers in Express Entry Draw #360, 2,500 ITAs
IRCC’s August 8, 2025 Express Entry draw #360 issued 2,500 ITAs to French‑proficient candidates with a 481 CRS…
Canada’s New Entry Rules: More Questions and Tougher Tourist Checks
Canada began stricter border screening on August 12, 2025, and cut permanent resident targets to 395,000 (2025), 380,000…
ABA House Adopts Policy Opposing Federal Law‑Firm Intimidation
In Toronto on August 11–12, 2025, the ABA adopted resolutions opposing law firm intimidation and advancing due process,…
Canada to Reset Express Entry in 2026 with Leadership and Innovation Category
From Aug 6–Sep 3, 2025, IRCC seeks input on a 2026 Express Entry “Leadership & Innovation” stream for…