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ICE Agents Detain Mother in Pasadena Without Showing Warrant in Front of Children
ICE detained six individuals without warrants in Pasadena on June 18, 2025, sparking protests. Nearly 1,618 arrests occurred in June in Los Angeles, mostly without criminal records, raising serious civil…
New York Prepares to Count 1.8 Million Noncitizens in 2030 Census
New York seeks to ensure 1.8 million noncitizens are counted in the 2030 Census. Exclusion risks losing four…
IRCC Developing New Foreign Worker Stream for Agriculture and Fish Processing
Canada’s IRCC introduces a flexible foreign worker stream for agriculture and fish processing sectors. It offers sector-specific permits,…
Hong Kong Visa Fees to Increase Starting September 2025: Full Breakdown
Hong Kong’s immigration fees rise significantly September 8, 2025, affecting visas, passports, and deliveries. Applicants should submit requests…
Over 230,000 Afghans Return from Iran Before July 6 Deportation Deadline
Over 230,000 Afghans returned from Iran in June 2025 due to an enforced deportation deadline. Most were forced…
Trump Administration Escalates Deportation of Iranian Christians Amid Controversy
The Trump administration sharply increased detentions and deportations of Iranian Christians and asylum seekers in early 2025. Deportations…
Trump Policies Stir Anxiety Among UH Hilo Foreign Students, Threaten Enrollment
In 2025, new Trump immigration policies introduce stricter visa checks and SEVIS termination powers impacting UH Hilo’s international…
IRCC Announces Major Policy Changes in 2025–2026 Departmental Plan
Canada’s IRCC plan for 2025–2026 cuts immigration targets, caps temporary residents, and changes Express Entry rules. New work…
High Incidents Among Child Asylum Seekers in Overcrowded Shelters
Record numbers of unaccompanied child asylum seekers strain US and European shelters. Stricter sponsorship rules delay placements, raising…
Record High Numbers Held in Pa. and N.J. Awaiting Deportation Hearings
By June 2025, detention centers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey hold record detainee numbers due to ICE’s expanded…