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UK Proposes Stricter Benefits, Housing and Settlement Rules for Migrants
A consultation proposes that citizenship, not ILR, unlocks benefits and social housing. High earners may qualify in three years, but…
NC Faith Leaders Stand with Immigrants as Border Patrol Steps Tighten
A Border Patrol sweep called Operation Charlotte’s Web began Nov. 15–16, 2025, producing over 250 arrests statewide and more than…
ICE Detains Dallas Muslim Leader Marwan Marouf, Sparking Outcry
Longtime Dallas volunteer Marwan Marouf was detained by ICE after a green card denial and remains held over 50 days.…
New York as America’s Next Test in the Migration Fight
New York City faces intensified federal immigration enforcement amid a large migrant influx since April 2022. Over 237,000 arrivals strained…
Why F-1, OPT, and H-1B Candidates Face Screening Before Skills
Automated hiring filters flag candidates who need sponsorship, excluding many F-1, OPT, STEM OPT and H-1B applicants before human review.…
Maximizing December Travel Savings: Flights, Hotels, and Local Trips
To save on December U.S. travel, pick early‑to‑mid‑month dates, book India–US flights 6–10 weeks ahead, use price alerts and alternative…
December Travel Docs for F-1 Students, H-1B Professionals
Holiday travel to the U.S. requires early, organized document preparation. F‑1 students need timely I‑20 signatures; H‑1B professionals should carry…
A 2025 Green Card Journey: Lessons From One Applicant’s Waiting Game
A Montreal example highlights that a marriage-based Green Card can stretch beyond two years despite 2025 averages (I‑130 ~14.8 months).…