Robert Pyne
Caribbean Nations Unite to Tighten Laws on Citizenship for Sale
Five Eastern Caribbean states announced a 92-article CBI reform on August 14, 2025, creating ECCIRA. Measures: 30-day physical…
City of Tulsa Hosts 49th Naturalization Ceremony Welcoming New Citizens
Tulsa’s monthly naturalization series, started in 2019, has produced roughly 1,500 new U.S. citizens. On June 11, 2025,…
US$10 Billion Ethiopian Airlines–AfDB Abusera Mega Airport Project Launches
On August 11, 2025 AfDB became lead arranger for the US$10 billion Abusera Mega Airport. AfDB will mobilize…
Avion Express Secures TOP, Fuels Philippines Aviation Growth Ahead of Nov 2025 Launch
Avion Express Philippines obtained a TOP on August 13–14, 2025, enabling ACMI setup at Clark. First A320-200 arrives…
‘A miracle will save him’: Spokane Nicaraguan refugee faces deportation
After the BIA denied reopening on August 4, 2025, a Spokane Nicaraguan faces deportation for filing asylum late…
Trump administration hits legal, logistical hurdles building immigrant detention facility
Congress approved $45 billion under H.R. 1 to expand detention, increasing ICE’s budget to $14 billion and targeting…
Allegiant Exits Airport After Four Years Amid 2025 Network Shift
On August 14, 2025 Allegiant said it will leave at least one airport in August 2025 as part…
Air France launches Short Connection Pass to speed CDG transfers
The Short Connection Pass launched at CDG, active August 14, 2025, auto‑enrolls passengers with sub‑threshold transfers (e.g., 45…
Green Card Holder Detained in Texas Begs ICE to Deport Him
Expanded expedited removal, Texas SB 8 and $170 billion federal funding have increased ICE detentions in 2025. Green…
California legislators debate immigration impacts on Orange County communities
Since June 2025, more than 330 arrests by ICE, CBP, and the FBI in Southern California spurred lawsuits.…
Spirit Airlines Issues ‘Going Concern’ Warning as Stock Plunges
An August filing warned Spirit may not remain a going concern, sending shares down over 40% to $2.10.…
Federal judge to rule on Trump’s federalization of California Guard
Judge Charles Breyer oversaw a trial ending August 14, 2025, over federalizing California’s Guard and deploying roughly 700…
Korean Air Unveils Newly Renovated Lounges at Incheon Airport
On August 18, 2025, Korean Air launches four renovated lounges at Incheon, increasing Terminal 2 space to 12,270…
Northern Massachusetts Immigration Court Ranked Among Most Understaffed
The northern Massachusetts immigration court is critically understaffed after 17 judges were fired in July 2025, contributing to…
Air China Cargo Extends WFS Handling Contract at Liège Airport
On August 14, 2025 Air China Cargo extended WFS handling at Liège for three years. Liège reported 330,184…