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1040 vs 1040nr: International Students Warned About IRS Penalties for Tax Filing Mistakes
The 2026 tax filing guide for international students outlines how to avoid common pitfalls like using Form 1040…
St Helena Airport Flights Suspended After Major Safety Incident Involving Fire Tenders
Commercial flights to St Helena are suspended through late February 2026 after the airport failed firefighting safety standards.…
British and French Travellers to the US Will Need to Provide More Personal Details to Enter Visa Waiver Program
New U.S. travel rules will soon require British and French ESTA applicants to provide extensive personal data, including…
Middle East Flight Disruptions Continue Amid US-Iran Tensions, Affecting KLM Routes
Airlines are currently adjusting Middle East flight schedules due to regional tensions, leading to suspensions and longer reroutes.…
US Customs and Border Protection to Tighten ESTA Rules for Visa Waiver Program Travelers
CBP is advancing a proposal to require more personal data from ESTA applicants, including social media history and…
ICE, Title 18, Section 111: Federal Officers Target Harassment in Cars
Federal authorities are cracking down on citizens trailing ICE convoys, charging them with felony obstruction under Title 18,…
CBDT Proposes New Income Tax Form 130 to Simplify TDS Reporting
The Indian government is introducing Income Tax Form 130 to consolidate salary, pension, and senior citizen interest reporting…
Native Americans Urged to Carry Extra ID as DHS Identity Checks Challenge Treaty Rights
The 2026 enforcement environment is challenging the established rights of Native Americans and U.S. citizens. Despite the Yellowquill…
Poverty and Bureaucracy, Not Migration, Drive HIV Risk Among Immigrants: Netherlands Study
A 2026 study reveals that poverty and administrative barriers, not migration, are the primary drivers of HIV risk…
Federal Judge Blocks California Law Requiring ICE Agents to Remove Masks During Operations
A federal judge blocked California's ban on ICE agents wearing masks, citing constitutional discrimination since state police were…
Takaichi Vows to Pause Food Consumption Tax After Election Win
U.S. taxpayers must prepare for April 15, 2026 deadlines regarding estimated taxes and foreign account reporting. Simultaneously, Japan's…
Credit Unions Blast New Washington State Tax on Bank Deals
A new Washington state tax imposes a 1.2% gross receipts levy on certain credit union acquisitions of banks.…
UK Expands Visa Route for Hong Kongers Following Jimmy Lai Sentencing
The UK government expanded BN(O) visa eligibility on February 9, 2026, allowing more Hong Kong residents to resettle…
Lelystad Airport Greenlit for Commercial Aviation by Dutch Government
Starting in 2027, Lelystad Airport will serve as Amsterdam's secondary hub for European leisure travel. Approved by the…
£17 Charge to Visit Europe Introduced Through European Travel Information and Authorisation System
Beginning in late 2026, visa-exempt visitors to Europe must obtain ETIAS authorization for a €20 fee. This digital…