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IRCC Application Backlog Exceeds 1 Million amid Temporary Resident Cutbacks
Canada's immigration backlog surpassed 1 million due to temporary resident application delays. IRCC plans a "soft cap" on these admissions, reducing them to 5% over coming years. Measures to manage…
Green Card Renewal Validity Extended to 24 Months by USCIS
USCIS has extended Green Card renewals from 12 to 24 months, effective September 26, 2022, addressing processing delays.…
U.S. Embassy in Havana Resumes Work and Exchange Visas
The U.S. Embassy in Havana has expanded visa services for seven work and exchange categories for Cubans, signaling…
Springfield Ohio’s Role in Immigration Debate
Springfield, Ohio, with a rising Haitian population, highlights immigration debates. The demographic shift boosts local economies, especially manufacturing,…
International Student Applications to Canada Drop Beyond Cap
International student applications in Canada have significantly dropped, exceeding the government's intended reduction. Contributing factors include a two-year…
National Interest Waiver: Steps to a Green Card
The National Interest Waiver (NIW) allows individuals to apply for a U.S. green card, bypassing job offers or…
North Korea Recalls Students Abroad for Ideological Training
North Korea has ordered all students abroad to return home for ideological education, the first such recall in…
North Carolina Senate to Vote on Controversial Immigration Bill
The North Carolina Senate plans to vote on House Bill 10, a controversial immigration bill requiring local sheriffs…
China Warns Students Against ‘Beautiful Women’ & ‘Handsome Guys’
China's warning to students about "beautiful women" and "handsome guys" is due to national security concerns over espionage.…
Australia Implements “Right to Disconnect” Law for Employees
The 'Right to Disconnect' law in Australia legally allows employees to ignore work communications after hours without facing…