How Australia’s points-based immigration system selects skilled migrants
Australia’s points-based immigration system makes skilled migration accessible to U.S. professionals. Scoring factors include age, English skills, and…
Articles by Oliver Mercer
JetBlue and United Airlines near major new Northeast Alliance
JetBlue and United Airlines plan a new alliance, enabling shared loyalty points and broader routes. Unlike past mergers,…
JetBlue cancels MacArthur to Boston Logan International Airport route launch
JetBlue canceled the MacArthur–Boston Logan route just before its scheduled launch, citing insufficient bookings and economic uncertainty. Affected…
Trump administration expands 287(g) agreements with local police
The Trump administration’s expansion of 287(g) agreements gives local police broad immigration enforcement powers, resulting in record arrests…
Philippines launches Digital Nomad Visa for global remote workers
The Philippines now offers a $35 Digital Nomad Visa, granting foreign remote workers up to two years residency…
Oklahoma international students stay as Trump administration reverses visa move
Oklahoma’s international students lost their F-1 visas in April 2025 but regained them after court challenges reversed Trump’s…
Mobile driver’s licenses must meet REAL ID rules for TSA acceptance in 2025
From May 7, 2025, only TSA-waived, REAL ID-compliant mobile driver’s licenses will be accepted at U.S. airport checkpoints.…
REAL ID offers no added benefit if you have a valid passport
Beginning May 7, 2025, you’ll need either a REAL ID or passport for U.S. domestic flights and secure…
Americans can visit the UK for up to six months without a visa
Americans may visit the UK for up to six months without a visa for specific reasons. Frequent or…