H-1B Lottery vs Wage-Based System: Key Differences and Verdict
DHS is replacing the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based weighted selection for FY 2027. Higher salaries will…
Articles by Oliver Mercer
Ukrainians in Canada Need a Permanent Residency Pathway, UCC Demands
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress has proposed a new permanent residency pathway for Ukrainians in Canada. With existing emergency…
Avelo Airlines: First to Fly from McKinney Airport — What to Know
Avelo Airlines will be the first commercial carrier at McKinney National Airport, launching service in late 2026. The…
USCIS Clarifies I-140 Requirements for Professional Athletes under FLAG
New USCIS policy requires professional sports teams to include specific job requirement details in green-card petitions. This follows…
Canada Sees 60% Fall in New International Student Arrivals, IRCC Data
Canada reported a 60% drop in new international student arrivals for 2025 following a series of federal policy…
Democrats urge Trump to withdraw public-charge rule targeting green cards
Democrats are fighting a proposed DHS rule that would allow green card denials based on the use of…
North Dakota 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets Explained
In 2026, North Dakota taxpayers will navigate a three-rate system ranging from 0% to 2.50%. Since state taxes…
Quebec Border Surge: Asylum Claims Rise, Returns to U.S. Not Evident
Asylum claims at the Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing nearly doubled in 2025, reaching 14,900. This spike is linked to…
Afghan Refugees in Pakistan Face Rising Deportations and Risks
Pakistan has deported over 930,000 Afghans in 2025, part of a 2.8 million person regional surge. Most returns…