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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Ground Stop Issued for Select Flights to Tampa International Airport

FAA ground stops due to thunderstorms disrupted Tampa International Airport flights in July 2025. Significant delays and cancellations…

Frontier Airlines Announces Nonstop Flights from Corpus Christi to Denver This Fall

Starting October 2025, Frontier Airlines offers twice-weekly nonstop flights from Corpus Christi to Denver, meeting demand of 63,000…

American Airlines Launches Bus Service Between South Bend and Chicago O’Hare

American Airlines launches an integrated luxury bus service linking South Bend and Chicago O’Hare starting October 2025. The…

Akasa Air to Deepen Partnership with Etihad Amid Aviation Growth

The Akasa Air–Etihad Airways codeshare partnership started March 2025, offering 21 weekly flights between India and Abu Dhabi.…

US Appeals Court Blocks New Jersey Ban on Immigrant Detention

The 3rd Circuit ruled New Jersey’s ban on private immigrant detention contracts unconstitutional. CoreCivic keeps managing the Elizabeth…

Vietnamese National Dies in ICE Custody at San Antonio Hospital

Tien Xuan Phan died in ICE custody on July 19, 2025, in Texas. Investigations are ongoing, with public…

Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Plan Lowers Targets, Tightens Criteria

Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 lowers permanent resident targets annually and reduces temporary residents to 5% population.…

Maine’s Largest Jail Faces Pressure to End ICE Detention Contract

Cumberland County Jail's contract with ICE is under review due to new Maine laws. LD 1971 passed awaiting…

Malta’s 2025 Migration Policy: Essential Work Visa Info for TCNs

Effective August and October 2025, Malta implements longer grace periods for TCNs after job loss, electronic salary payments,…

Family Honors Man Who Died While ‘Trying to Stay Alive’ in Camarillo Raid

On July 10, 2025, federal agents arrested 361 people and rescued 14 children during the Camarillo raid. One…

Do California’s Sanctuary Laws Still Protect Immigrants Under Trump 2.0?

California upholds sanctuary laws like SB 54 and AB 291, limiting local police immigration enforcement despite Trump administration…

Trump Administration Ends Temporary Protected Status for 8,000 Cameroonians

TPS for Cameroon ends August 4, 2025, impacting 5,200 holders with loss of legal status and work authorization.…

Germany’s Payment Card Rollout for Asylum Seekers Remains Incomplete

Since January 2025, Germany’s payment card for asylum seekers faces uneven adoption and a €50 cash withdrawal limit.…

Colorado AG Sues Mesa County Deputy for Leading ICE to Woman on Expired Visa

Colorado’s 2025 lawsuit challenges deputy cooperation with ICE, testing HB19-1124 sanctuary laws. The case could reform police practices,…

Mauritius Tourism Set to Soar with More Direct Flights from Emirates and Air France

Beginning December 2025, Emirates adds a third daily Boeing 777-300ER flight to Mauritius, boosting capacity and tourism. The…