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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Trump Administration Targets Ukrainians With Cash to Leave

Trump’s proposed immigration plan targets 200,000 Ukrainians and 500,000 Haitians for voluntary self-removal, offering $1,000 each. Funded by…

Charlotte man charged after threats against immigration enforcement officers

Linwood resident Johnathan Trent Thomas threatened to kill ICE and CMPD officers during Charlotte immigration operations, leading to…

Domestic travel in Canada rises as summer 2025 plans shift north

Canada’s tourism sector is booming for summer 2025 as domestic travel jumps. Tough U.S. policies, border hassles, and…

Argentina moves to deregulate aeronautical code in major aviation shift

Argentina implemented major aviation reforms through Decree 599/2024 and 338/2025. Key changes: deregulated fares, easier airline entry, open…

National Aviation Fund aims to revive Brazil’s airline industry in 2025

Brazil’s National Aviation Fund, set for 2025, assists all local airlines with BRL 5 billion in loans. Airlines…

Shannon Airport Unleashes Biggest U.S. Summer Flight Push

In 2025, Shannon Airport launches its largest-ever U.S. summer flight schedule with five daily nonstop flights, totaling over…

Artificial Intelligence boosts operational efficiency in business aviation

Business aviation’s adoption of Artificial Intelligence accelerates flight operations, maintenance, and customer service. Predictive maintenance and smart scheduling…

Singapore Airlines turbulence incident leaves lasting trauma for survivors

Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321’s turbulence over Myanmar resulted in fatalities, severe injuries, and widespread PTSD. Survivors face long…

Middle East, Africa invest heavily in aviation infrastructure growth

In the Middle East and Africa, record investments are revolutionizing airports and fueling a surge in aircraft tugs,…

American Airlines launches direct flights for Texas Longhorns’ 2025 games

American Airlines introduces 40+ direct flights and 11,000 extra seats for Texas Longhorns away games in 2025, easing…

Universal Aviation expands in Portugal and Cape Verde with network integration

Universal Aviation’s full integration of Safeport’s network brings unified ground support to six key airports in Portugal and…

Portsmouth International Airport adds Breeze Airways flights this fall

Portsmouth International Airport advances with Breeze Airways debut and expanded Allegiant Air flights. Robust funding fueled terminal and…

SCAT Airlines launches first direct route between Incheon and Shymkent

SCAT Airlines launches direct, twice-weekly Incheon–Shymkent flights, eliminating visa requirements for 30-day visits. This modern route boosts Kazakhstan–South…

Southwest Airlines to end bags fly free, will charge for checked baggage

Beginning May 28, 2025, Southwest Airlines will end free checked bags for most passengers, charging $35–$40 per bag.…

Canada extends deadline for judicial review of immigration applications

The Federal Court of Canada now allows applicants 45 more days to file for judicial review of negative…