DINUM Orders 80,000 Health Staff Off Windows, Pushes Linux to End Microsoft Dependence
France accelerates its move from Windows to Linux for government systems in 2026, focusing on digital sovereignty and…
Senator Warns Ending Automatic Extension for Work Permits Will Cost Jobs, Hurt Families
DHS ends automatic work permit extensions for renewals, affecting 87% of applicants. Senators push for reversal to prevent…
DOJ Hits Compunnel with $313,420 Settlement Over H-1B-Only Job Ads
DOJ settles with Compunnel Software for $313,420 over job ads favoring H-1B holders over U.S. citizens, signaling a…
Oracle Layoffs Hit Thousands, Putting H-1B and F-1 OPT Tech Workers at Risk
Oracle layoffs highlight shifts toward AI infrastructure, creating job and immigration risks for H-1B and F-1 OPT workers…
60-Day Grace Period Can End Early, Forcing H-1B Worker to Leave Despite Portability
H-1B workers must ensure transfer petitions are filed before grace periods end, as a job offer alone does…
U.S.-Israel-Iran War Drives Middle East Conflict Into Visa Delays, Higher Costs
The U.S.-Israel-Iran war in 2026 drives up gas prices, disrupts global travel, and slows visa processing, impacting household…
Oracle Layoff Forces Bhubaneswar Return. Now Driving Uber with Income Backup
A former Oracle employee's transition to Uber driving in Bhubaneswar highlights why workers need liquid savings and 'hometown…
10 Best States for Indian Immigrants in 2026 Highlight Jobs and Quality of Life
Virginia, California, and Texas lead the 2026 rankings for Indian immigrants as U.S. visa rules tighten and wage-weighted…
Tech Layoff Starts Visa Clock for H-1B Workers. Now 60-Day Grace Period Is Crucial
Visa holders face a 60-day race against the clock after tech layoffs to secure new employment or change…
NYC Leads New American Economy Ranking as Immigrants Fuel $2.9 Trillion GDP
New York City leads the 2026 City Index for immigrant support, as newcomers contribute $2.9 trillion to the…
Automated Layoff Emails Put H-1B Workers in Employer-Sponsored Visas at Risk
Automated layoffs are creating urgent visa and health insurance crises for H-1B workers, who must navigate a 60-day…
Japan’s FY2026 LOTUS Programme Backs 1,000 Indian Phd Scholars—if They Secure Host Labs
Japan opens FY2026 LOTUS Programme for 1,000 Indian researchers. Applicants need Japanese host institutions by June 9, 2026,…
Return-to-Office Mandates Create Compliance Risks for H-1B Visa Workers
Return-to-office mandates in 2026 create significant legal compliance challenges for H-1B and STEM OPT workers regarding worksite location…
California Ranks Lower for Immigrants as Sanctuary Laws Collide with Job Opportunities
California, New York, and Illinois lead the 2026 rankings for best immigrant states, balancing job growth, sanctuary laws,…