Oliver Mercer
U.S. Border Crackdowns Snare Australian Visitors Amid Stricter Checks
Since May 2025, Australians face tougher U.S. border enforcement including detailed questioning, device searches, and deportations. DFAT cautions…
Cathay Pacific Launches Daily A350 Flights to Dallas/Fort Worth
Cathay Pacific launches daily Hong Kong-Dallas/Fort Worth flights with Airbus A350 starting October 2025, improving travel options and…
Trump Welcomes Chinese Students After Recent Visa Restriction Directive
U.S. policy on Chinese student visas reversed by Trump in June 2025 after Rubio’s restrictive measures. Visa revocations…
PSA Airlines Plans New Charlotte HQ with Over 200 Jobs
PSA Airlines will relocate its headquarters to Charlotte by early 2026, adding 400 jobs and boosting local economy.…
Bhutan Foreign Ministry Urges Illegal Immigrants in US to Return
The U.S. demands Bhutan address immigration concerns by mid-August 2025 or face travel bans. Undocumented Bhutanese in the…
Fear of ICE Raids Keeps Immigrants Away from Bay Area Restaurants
Rumors of ICE raids caused closures and staff shortages in Bay Area restaurants in June 2025. Confusing federal…
How Middle East Conflict Is Changing Airline Plans for Australians
Since June 2025, the Middle East conflict has led to flight cancellations, rerouting, and airspace closures that directly…
Trump’s Visa Ban Pushes 16 US Colleges Toward Collapse
President Trump’s June 2025 visa bans block entry from 19 countries and halt new international students at Harvard.…
U.S. Marine Feels Betrayed Seeing Father Punched by Immigration Agent
Narciso Barranco’s June 2025 detention by federal immigration agents sparked protests and legal support fundraising. The case raises…
Airlines Consider Middle East Flight Cancellations After US Strikes in Iran
US airstrikes in Iran caused major Middle East airspace closures on June 21, 2025, leading to flight cancellations…
Can You Request Expedited Green Card Renewal for Urgent Situations?
Expedited green card renewal by USCIS is reserved for urgent cases with strong proof. File Form I-90 up…
How to Answer US Visa Interview Questions After a Previous Denial in 2025
Reapplying after a U.S. visa denial requires knowing why, updating DS-160, paying fees, and proving strong home ties.…
France Visa Appointments Now Must Be Scheduled Online
Since April 2025, France requires all visa applicants to use its official online system for booking appointments. This…
Canadian Helicopter Industry Condemns Black Hawk Border Patrol Exemptions
Transport Canada exempts four uncertified Black Hawks for RCMP border patrol, causing industry backlash over safety concerns. Violations…
US and Canada Intensify Crackdown on Asylum Seekers Amid Rising Migrant Flow
Canada’s 2025 Strong Borders Act enforces tight deadlines on asylum claims to reduce IRB backlogs. Concurrent U.S. deportations…