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Florida issues H-1B visa warning and calls for reforms
DeSantis criticized H‑1B as reforms and enforcement accelerate: FY2026 caps are reached, DHS rules from Jan 17, 2025 tightened standards, and a wage‑weighted, beneficiary‑centric selection is proposed.
Porter Adds Ottawa–Fort McMurray nonstop service in 4Q25
Beginning November 17, 2025, Porter will operate a year‑round nonstop between Ottawa and Fort McMurray three times weekly…
TPS Terminations in Nepal, Honduras & Nicaragua: Employer Takeaways
The Ninth Circuit’s August 20, 2025 stay allowed DHS to end TPS for Nepal immediately and to proceed…
Thai Air May Halt Flight Expansion Plans Amid Aircraft Shortages
Global aircraft shortages and delivery delays force Thai Airways to slow parts of its 2025 expansion. The carrier…
No Federal Stay Cap for F, J, I Visas Yet, 2025 Update
From August 20, 2025, Malawi and Zambia B-1/B-2 visitors get single-entry three-month visas with 30-day stays and refundable…
DOJ loosens criteria to replenish ranks of temporary immigration judges
EOIR’s Aug 27, 2025 rule allows any licensed attorney to be a temporary immigration judge to address a…
Kazakhstan Introduces Policy: Confiscated Items Now Disposed Immediately at Airports
Effective August 27, 2025, Kazakhstan airports permanently dispose of confiscated items (no reclaim or compensation). The policy covers…
U.S. Enforces 25% Reciprocal Tariff on Indian Goods from Aug 7, 2025
The U.S. imposed two 25% tariffs on most Indian goods in August 2025 (Aug 7 and Aug 27),…
Ryanair CEO again urges UK to scrap Air Passenger Duty
APD rate rises take effect April 1, 2025, raising short‑haul economy by up to £2 and expected to…
Qantas Orders 20 More A321XLRs Amid Strong FY25 Profit Rise
Qantas ordered 20 more A321XLRs (total 48) on 28 August 2025, supported by strong FY25 results. New jets…