Oliver Mercer
Columbia University to Assist Trump Administration in Policing Foreign Students
In 2025, Columbia University settled for $221 million with the Trump administration. It must now scrutinize international student…
ICE Philadelphia Arrests Criminal Alien Charged with Child Sexual Assault After Release
ICE Philadelphia stepped up arrests of violent offenders, including Noel Chinchilla-Avilez. New rules require detention without bond. Noncriminal…
American Airlines and Air Canada Launch 3 New Landline Bus Routes
In late 2025, American Airlines and Air Canada expand Landline bus routes, linking regional airports to Philadelphia, Chicago…
Alaska Airlines to Start Nonstop Sonoma County to Palm Springs Flights
Starting October 2025, Alaska Airlines offers five weekly nonstop flights between Sonoma County and Palm Springs. It uses…
American Airlines and Mastercard Renew Partnership to Enhance Customer Experience
On July 21, 2025, American Airlines and Mastercard renewed their exclusive AAdvantage® credit card partnership, enhancing security, AI-powered…
Travelers Can Now Check TSA Wait Times Remotely Before Airport Arrival
U.S. airports now provide real-time TSA Wait Times and parking availability via MyTSA app. The July 2025 end…
Student’s F1 Visa Denied at Delhi Consulate: ‘Apply Again, Can’t Grant Now’
F-1 visa rejection rates for Indian students rose sharply at the Delhi consulate after August 2025 due to…
California Chief Justice Issues Statement on Immigration Enforcement at Courthouses
Chief Justice Guerrero warns that ICE courthouse presence in California deters justice access. New federal law boosts enforcement…
Agencies Push Back as ICE Recruits from Its 287(g) Partners
ICE incentivizes officers from 287(g) agencies with up to $50,000 bonuses and loan repayments to hire 10,000 personnel…
Essential Documents to Organize During Multiple Green Card Processes and Job Changes
Organize green card and employment documents, including Form I-90 filings and the updated Form I-9. Keep certified translations,…
Navigating TN Visa Grace Period and Travel After Job Loss
If you lose your job on a TN visa, a new 60-day grace period lets you find work,…
Rules and Risks for H-1B Holders Taking Breaks or Quitting Jobs
Maintaining H-1B status requires active sponsorship. Following job loss, a 60-day grace period allows transfer petitions. Unauthorized leaves…
Turkmen Migrants Face Growing Deportations Amid Russia’s 2025 Crackdown
Turkmen migrants in Russia face heightened deportations and stricter rules, including biometric requirements and shorter legal stays. The…
UK Home Office Tightens Student Visa Compliance, More Universities on Action Plans
From mid-2025 UKVI tightens student-sponsor rules: visa refusal below 5%, enrolment 95%, completion 90%, RAG ratings public, AQF…
Qatar Airways & British Airways Launch 5 London Flights in 35 Minutes
Qatar Airways expands Heathrow flights to 10 daily in winter 2025, partnering with British Airways for coordinated schedules.…