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Record Surge in Asylum Claims by Migrants Initially Arriving as Skilled Workers

Skilled workers increasingly switch to asylum claims in 2024-2025, driven by geopolitical instability and visa constraints. The UK, US, and…

Reza Arrested by ICE While Walking Dog, Faces Deportation to Australia

In 2025, legal resident Reza Zavvar was detained by ICE due to an old marijuana charge despite existing protections. New…

Burke Says ‘Couldn’t Care Less About Free Speech’ Blocking Dozens of Visas

Australia canceled Kanye West’s visa in 2025 for antisemitic content, reinforcing visa rejection for hate speech. Minister Tony Burke’s policy…

Universities Face Potential Ban Over Excessive Foreign Student Asylum Claims

New US laws and presidential rulings impose strict visa bans on students from six countries and restrict foreign student mobility.…

YouTubers Guide Migrants to Exploit UK Charity Visa Loopholes

YouTubers in 2025 guide migrants to misuse UK charity visas by bringing dependents who work full-time. The UK Home Office…

Public Outcry Over Alleged Cover-Up in Afghan Asylum Seekers’ Rape Case

Two Afghan asylum seekers face rape charges in Warwickshire. Police withheld their immigration status to avoid unrest, sparking political calls…

Kurdish Migrant Seeks Asylum Over Affair with Uncle’s Wife

A Kurdish Iraqi asylum seeker’s case was initially rejected, but UK’s Upper Tribunal ordered a new hearing after finding tribunal…

Australia Raises International Student Cap to 295,000 by 2026 with Southeast Asia Priority

Australia raises the 2026 international student cap by 9% to 295,000, emphasizing Southeast Asia. Universities get most places with vocational…