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Reform UK Promises to Block Visas for Countries Demanding Slavery Reparations
Reform UK pledges to halt visas for nationals of countries demanding slavery reparations, sparking a major 2026 political debate over colonial history.
Thousands of Immigrants in Colorado Are Arrested and Deported in Trump’s First Year
ICE arrests in Colorado quadrupled in 2025 under Trump, with over 70% of detainees having no criminal record,…
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Launches Fully Online Electronic Visa (e-Visa) System
Venezuela launched a new digital e-Visa system on April 6, 2026, replacing paper applications for U.S. citizens and…
Nevada Judge Blocks ICE from Detaining All Deportation Cases, Limits Arrests
A federal judge in Nevada blocked DHS’s no-bail policy for a covered group of deportation cases, restoring bond…
Annie Ramos Detained at Fort Polk as Sgt. Matthew Blank Fights to Halt Deportation
ICE detains military spouse Annie Ramos at Fort Polk over a 2005 deportation order, highlighting strict new enforcement…
Dane County Sees Population Growth Slow as Net International Migration Drops
Dane County saw strong 2024 growth led by immigration, but 2026 data reflects a sharp 67% statewide decline…
40% Indians Rejected Under Simplified Student Visa Framework as Applications Rise
Australia refused 40% of Indian student visa applications in Feb 2026 as approval rates hit a 21-year low…
Meta Files H-1B Visa for AI Research Scientist Paid Up to $650,000 Base
Meta's 2025 H-1B filings reveal AI salaries up to $650k, with half of 5,800+ petitions for software engineers…
ICE Arrests Over 800 After Receiving Tips from TSA and Airport Security
ICE used TSA data to arrest over 800 travelers by early 2026, signaling a major shift in using…
Work-Permit English Tests See Lower Pass Rates for CGFNS, Pearson PTE Academic, Visascreen
CGFNS lowered the PTE Academic speaking score from 63 to 50 for VisaScreen applicants in 2026, easing U.S.…