Oliver Mercer

Oliver Mercer

As the Chief Editor at VisaVerge.com, Oliver Mercer is instrumental in steering the website's focus on immigration, visa, and travel news. His role encompasses curating and editing content, guiding a team of writers, and ensuring factual accuracy and relevance in every article. Under Oliver's leadership, VisaVerge.com has become a go-to source for clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date information, helping readers navigate the complexities of global immigration and travel with confidence and ease.
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IRS Tax Filing Season Opens January 26 2026 with Obbba Changes

The IRS tax season for 2025 returns is now open as of January 26, 2026. This guide details…

Canada Expands LMIA-Exempt Work Permits Under International Mobility Program for 2026

Canada is expanding LMIA-exempt work permits for 2026 under the International Mobility Program. This shift offers faster hiring…

Over 20,000 U.S. Flights Were Canceled as Winter Storm Forces 29% of All U.S. Departing Flights Canceled

A historic winter storm paralyzed U.S. air travel with 20,000+ cancellations from Friday to Monday. Sunday saw 11,000…

Yougov Poll Shows Marginal Rise in Republicans Backing Abolishing ICE

Republican leaders are calling for investigations into ICE following fatal incidents involving Alex Pretti and Renee Good. While…

Ryanair Threatens to End Flights to Azores Archipelago Over Airport Charges at Ponta Delgada Airport (pdl)

Ryanair may cancel six Azores routes starting March 29, 2026, due to disputes over airport fees with ANA.…

Volker Türk Urges U.S. to Uphold International Law During Immigration Crackdown

This comprehensive guide explores noncitizen rights in the U.S., focusing on due process and practical responses to immigration…

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ice) BWC Program Cut in DHS Budget

The administration's FY2026 budget proposal significantly defunds ICE's body-worn camera program, cutting staff from 22 to 3. This…

SAS Flight from Copenhagen to San Francisco Turns Back Over Greenland

A Copenhagen-San Francisco SAS flight returned to origin after several hours. Passengers are encouraged to accept SAS-managed rerouting…

Midland Protest Planned After ICE Shooting in Minneapolis Today

A fatal ICE shooting of an American citizen in Minneapolis has led to clashes between protesters and federal…

U.S. H-1B Rule Change Drives Reverse Brain Drain as Uscis Shifts

The U.S. has overhauled the H-1B visa system by prioritizing high salaries and imposing a $100,000 fee. These…

Winter Storm Grounds Flights at Dallas–fort Worth International (dfw) and Strands Thousands

A historic winter storm paralyzed U.S. aviation from January 24–26, resulting in up to 15,000 canceled flights. Dallas-based…

Ice Storm Forces Over 450 Flight Cancellations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

A severe ice storm is causing over 1,500 flight cancellations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport this weekend. Travelers…

China Says Visa-Free Entry for Canadians Not Yet Final After Mark Carney Visit

While Canada announced a deal for visa-free travel to China, Beijing clarifies the policy is not yet finalized.…

York County Jail Corrections Officer Detained During Immigration Appointment

A guide to navigating immigration detention following check-in arrests, focusing on Operation Catch of the Day in Maine.…

Judge Orders Release but ICE Flies Detained 2‑year‑old from Minneapolis to Texas

A legal battle erupted in Minneapolis after ICE transferred a 2-year-old girl to Texas despite a judge's emergency…