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American Airlines Cargo Upgrades Pharma Service and Cold-Chain Capabilities
American Airlines Cargo expanded CEIV Pharma certifications (including JFK and SJU) and upgraded ExpediteTC with live telemetry in…
US Drops Biden Plan Requiring Airlines to Pay Passengers for Disrupted Flights
The DOT withdrew the proposed cash-compensation rule in August 2025, after industry pressure and an administration change. A…
Appeals Court Rules Trump Can’t Use Alien Enemies Act for Venezuelan Deportations
The Fifth Circuit barred use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to fast-track deportations of Venezuelan plaintiffs, finding…
US Ends Dropbox for H-1B, F-1; In-Person Interviews Now Required Worldwide
As of September 2, 2025, most nonimmigrant visa interview waivers end; H-1B and F-1 applicants must attend in-person…
BOC Aviation to Lease Three Airbus Aircraft to JetSMART Airlines in 2027 Delivery
BOC Aviation will buy two A321neo and one A320neo and lease them to JetSMART, with 2027 deliveries and…
Southwest’s Fleet Upgrades: Retractable Barrier Protects Cockpit When Door Opens in Flight
Southwest started flying 737 MAX 8 jets with a retractable secondary barrier in Labor Day 2025, complying early…
International students warned by text they face deportation for visa overstay
In 2025 U.S. authorities began sending automated texts and emails to international students warning of SEVIS termination and…
Saudi Premium Residency 2025: What the Green Card Means for You
Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Premium Residency expansion adds seven categories to attract global talent and capital under Vision 2030.…
Spirit Airlines Files Second Chapter 11 in 10 Months: Is Survival Possible?
On August 29, 2025, Spirit Airlines filed Chapter 11 again to restructure after persistent losses and heavy debt.…
China launches one-year visa-free trial for Russian citizens in 2025
From Sept 15, 2025, China will allow Russian ordinary passport holders visa-free entry for one year, with 30-day…
DHS Expands ICE Presence in Chicago, Mayor Decries ‘Tyranny’ of Federal Crackdown
DHS will send hundreds of ICE personnel to Chicago, staging at Naval Station Great Lakes. Chicago’s "Protecting Chicago"…
Qantas Unveils Double Status Credits or Double Points Promo for 2025 Travel
Register before booking (28 Aug–3 Sep 2025) to receive Double Status Credits or Double Points on eligible QF‑operated…
Venezuelan Immigrant Who Lived in Longview Returns Home After Deportation to El Salvador
In March 2025 the U.S. deported 238 Venezuelans to El Salvador’s CECOT using the Alien Enemies Act; many…
Ecuador Announces Updated Transit Visa Rules for Passengers
Effective July 31, 2025, Ecuador requires a US$30 Transit Visa for travelers from 45 countries transiting its airports;…
South Sudan, Ethiopian Airlines Renew Strategic Partnership Talks on National Carrier
South Sudan and Ethiopian Airlines reaffirmed plans in August 2025 to form a joint-venture national carrier (51% South…