Oliver Mercer
Unpacking Florida’s Immigration Trends: Legal and Undocumented Populations Analyzed
With 5 million foreign-born residents, Florida’s immigration includes legal immigrants who access benefits and undocumented workers facing deportation…
Pacific Engagement Visa Ballot Now Open for 2025–26 Program
From July 28 to August 25, the Pacific Engagement visa ballot offers 3,000 residency visas for 12 Pacific…
Investigating Claims FIFA May Shift World Cup Games from U.S. to Canada
Rumors of moving 2026 FIFA World Cup games from the US to Canada persist amid strict US immigration…
Illegal Immigrant Arrested as Maine Police Officer Attempting Firearm Purchase
Jamaican Jon Luke Evans illegally worked as a reserve police officer in Maine, having overstayed his visa. His…
US Workers Report Labor Shortages Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
The 2025 immigration crackdown under Trump reduces available workers across vital industries, creating labor shortages, rising costs, and…
US Airlines Push Back Against New Facial Recognition Limits at Airports
A Senate bill under review in July 2025 would require TSA to offer non-biometric identity checks and opt-out…
Manchester Airport Unveils Upgraded Terminal Two for UK Holiday Flyers
On July 28, 2025, Manchester Airport opened its expanded Terminal 2 with a larger Departure Lounge, new retail…
Turkish Airlines Resumes Flights to Baghdad After 13-Year Suspension
Turkish Airlines restarted direct Istanbul-Baghdad flights on June 26, 2025, after 13 years. Tickets cost around USD 430.…
Regulators Probe American Airlines 737 Max Landing Gear Fire in Denver
American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 had a landing gear fire on July 26, 2025, at Denver Airport.…
American 737 Max Suffers Two Blown Tires and Hydraulic Leak in Denver
American Airlines Flight 3023 had tire blowouts and a fire during takeoff at Denver on July 26, 2025.…
Visa Interview Waivers Ended for H-1B and Foreign Workers
Starting September 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants must attend in-person interviews, ending widespread interview waivers. H-1B and other…
Expert Affirms TSA PreCheck Still Offers Compelling Benefits Amid Changes
In 2025, TSA ended the shoes-off mandate but requires REAL ID for all domestic flights. TSA PreCheck still…
Shannon Airport Sees 10% Passenger Surge This August Bank Holiday
Shannon Airport's passenger traffic rose 10% over August Bank Holiday 2025, driven by Ryanair's expanded services and a…
Restaurants Canada Urges Immediate Work Permits for Asylum Seekers
Restaurants Canada calls for immediate work permits for asylum seekers amid massive labour shortages. Federal processing averages 45…
ICE Agents Tell Texas Man to Shave Beard After Arrest Mishap
In 2025, no reports confirm ICE ordered a Texas man to shave his beard after arrest. ICE focuses…