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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Tillis Secures Millions for CLT’s New 10,000-Foot Runway Upgrade

In 2025 Senator Tillis secured $45M+ for CLT and RDU. CLT earned $21.5M AIP funding for a 10,000‑foot…

Opponents Turn Up Pressure on Starmer Over Record 111,000 Asylum Claims

Record asylum applications reached 111,000 to June 2025, up 14%, while 27,000+ small‑boat crossings increased pressure. Hotels housed…

US Imposes New Fees on Foreigners Seeking Work Permits in 2025

Signed July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act imposes broad fee hikes: asylum initial EADs $550,…

IndiGo Buying More Aircraft as It Launches New International Flights

In 2025 IndiGo pursues major international growth with 946 aircraft ordered, leased 787-9s arriving, A350 deliveries from 2027,…

Portion of Delta Air Lines Wing Flap Breaks Loose Midflight, Plane Lands Safely

Delta Flight 1893’s Boeing 737-800 (N3740C) landed safely in Austin on August 19, 2025, after a section of…

Lehigh Valley International Airport Breaks Passenger Record, Expands Service Offerings

Lehigh Valley International Airport achieved record passenger and cargo volumes in 2025: July’s 102,634 passengers and June’s 23,172,476…

Air Canada labor deal could reshape pay for North American crews

Air Canada and CUPE ratified a five-year contract July 18, 2025 covering roughly 10,500 flight attendants with an…

UK, Spain, Canada and US Travelers Hit by Heathrow and Barcelona Cancellations

Flights between London Heathrow, Barcelona‑El Prat and North America faced major disruption from weather, operational bottlenecks and subcontractor…

US Green Card Sponsors Are Legally Liable for Spouse’s Finances for Years

Form I-864 is a binding financial contract for sponsors in 2025. Sponsors must meet 125% of poverty guidelines…

Canton Mom Detained at Logan Despite Green Card, Released by ICE

A Canton green card holder, Jemmy Lindsay Jimenez Rosa, was stopped August 16 at Logan Airport over a…

From Job Offer to Residency: Iceland Work Visa Guide 2025 Explained

To qualify for an Iceland work visa in 2025, obtain a signed job offer, meet income thresholds (247,572…

Gwinnett Barber in ICE Custody Awaits Judge’s Decision on Deportation

Rodney Taylor, detained at Stewart since January 15, 2025, faced a hearing August 12, 2025; a judge’s ruling…

Will Rogers World Airport Opens New Customs Wing for International Flights

In August 2025 OKC opened a Federal Inspection Station, enabling on‑site CBP processing and international baggage claim. Officials…

Vietnam Airlines to Fully Operate From Techo International Airport on Sept 9, 2025

Techo International Airport begins full operations at 00:01 on September 9, 2025; the old PNH closes at 23:59…

Canada trims 2025 immigration targets while boosting Francophone intake

The 2025–2027 plan lowers Canada’s 2025 immigration target to 395,000 and halves PNP allocations for 2025. Ottawa raises…