Michigan and New Jersey Join States Raising Gasoline Tax
New state gasoline tax rates took effect on January 1, 2026. Michigan recorded the largest increase, while New…
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IRS Warns Earned Income Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit May Delay Refunds
The PATH Act requires the IRS to delay refunds for EITC and ACTC filers until mid-February 2026. To…
Iowa Lawmakers Back Kim Reynolds’ Push for Immigration Vetting
HSB 663 is an Iowa legislative proposal that expands state-level immigration verification. It requires state agencies to use…
Nauru Cuts Citizenship-By-Investment Fees During Global Immigration Turmoil
Nauru has launched a $105,000 citizenship-by-investment program, significantly cheaper than the $200,000 industry standard. While marketed for its…
ICE Arrests Surge in Nevada, Salt Lake City Field Office Reports
Nevada's ICE arrests skyrocketed in 2025, driven by a 300% regional increase and enhanced local law enforcement cooperation.…
European Parliament Backs Sending Asylum Seekers to Safe Third Countries
The EU has approved a controversial asylum overhaul allowing member states to send migrants to 'safe' third countries…
Georgia Army Veteran Deported to Jamaica After Routine Traffic Stop
The case of veteran Godfrey Oliver Wade illustrates how old, in-absentia removal orders can be triggered by minor…
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Programme Offers New Opportunities for Nigerians in Ontario
Canada is refining its 2026 immigration plan by closing the Start-Up Visa for new filings and expanding Provincial…
Nicaragua Ends Visa-Free Entry for Cuban Citizens Under US Pressure
Nicaragua has ended visa-free access for Cubans with ordinary passports, effective February 8, 2026. Travelers must now secure…