Cabinet, Work Permit Approvals, Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda has centralized its work permit system to favor local recruitment. Under the new rules, employers…
AI Roles Dominate H-1B Hiring at Amazon in FY25
The H-1B FY 2027 cycle begins March 2026. This article covers the 85,000 visa cap, the rise of…
UAE Shuts Down 230 Social Media Accounts for Domestic Worker Recruitment
UAE authorities closed 230 social media accounts for illegal domestic worker recruitment. Operating without licenses, these accounts bypassed…
H-1B Visa Health Care Sector Seeks Exemption from $100,000 Fee
A bipartisan group of 100 lawmakers has requested that DHS exempt the healthcare industry from a $100,000 H-1B…
Manitoba Work Permit Rules Loosen Under Temporary Resident Retention Pilot
Effective February 4, 2026, Manitoba's TRRP pilot now allows all employers to support 16 specific skilled trades occupations…
Russia Opens More Work Permits for Indians as Job Opportunities Grow
Russia is pivoting to India to solve its labor crisis, signing a mobility pact to bring in tens…
Washington Post Layoffs Draw Backlash from Union, Former Editors
The Washington Post announced sweeping layoffs on February 4, 2026, cutting one-third of its workforce across all departments.…
Oracle Considers Major Cuts to Fund AI Cloud Push with Openai
Oracle may reduce its workforce by 20,000–30,000 employees to secure funding for AI data centers. Amidst rising debt…
Amazon Layoff Leads to New Job in Two Weeks for Laid Off Engineer
Amazon's recent layoffs have forced thousands of engineers into a crowded job market. Engineer Iren Azra Zou's two-week…
Ontario Issues 1,825 Invitations Under Employer Job Offer Streams in OINP Draws
Ontario issued 1,825 ITAs on February 2, 2026, targeting healthcare and regional needs through the OINP. This initial…
IRS Tax Guide: U.S. Treasury Bonds for Visa Holders and Residents
A comprehensive overview for immigrants and visa holders on reporting U.S. Treasury Bond interest for tax year 2026.…
States Pause H-1B Visas in Public Universities and State Agencies Texas Leads
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a halt to new H-1B visa petitions by state agencies and public…
Thunder Bay Immigration Pilot Reaches Full Capacity in First Year
Thunder Bay has successfully maximized its first-year allocation for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot, relocating 831 individuals. The…
EU Opens Legal Gateway Office New Delhi to Fast‑track Hiring
The EU's new Legal Gateway Office in New Delhi serves as a one-stop information hub for Indians seeking…