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Visit the US Visa-Free Under New Waiver Program — Eligible Nations Listed

The U.S. added Qatar to the Visa Waiver Program in 2025, bringing membership to 43 countries. Travelers need valid electronic…

Germany Upholds Deportation Ruling Against Former ISIS Leader Abu Walaa

On August 21, 2025 the Düsseldorf court made Abu Walaa’s deportation order final. He serves a 10.5‑year sentence until 2027;…

Asylum hotel use rises 8% year‑on‑year under Labour, Home Office shows

In 2024–25 hotel accommodation for asylum seekers rose sharply to 47% by March 2025, with London hosting 19%. Nightly costs…

No Evidence Immigration Agents Target Recreational Shooters in Forests

As of August 21, 2025, no credible evidence shows immigration enforcement targeting recreational shooters on national forests. 2025 Forest Service…

Japan and South Korea to permit second working holiday visas from Oct 2025

Starting October 2025, Japan and South Korea will allow a second working holiday visa for citizens aged 18–25, valid up…

International Students in U.S. STEM Jobs Surge 54% in 2024, Boundless Finds

In 2024, STEM OPT participation rose 54% to 95,384 students, while total international enrollment reached 1.58 million. International students contributed…

Minnesota Lawmakers Urge State Action as Hmong Face Deportation to Laos

July–August 2025 saw ICE deportations of Hmong Minnesotans escalate as Laos agreed to issue travel documents. Longstanding convictions, even decades…

Family Navigates Life After Livermore Man’s Alleged Wrongful Deportation

Miguel Lopez, allegedly wrongfully deported, faces a federal court review led by attorney Saad Admad after the Supreme Court declined…