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Canada news
fromAol
10 hours ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
10 hours ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
10 hours ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
10 hours ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Europe politics
fromTravel + Leisure
10 hours ago

Americans Are Flocking to 'Golden Visas'-and This European Country Offers One of the Most Affordable Options

Residency-by-investment programs have gained popularity among Americans, with a significant increase in inquiries for second citizenship abroad, particularly in Europe.
#relocation
Digital life
fromGamintraveler
11 hours ago

Thinking Of Moving To Portugal? Read This First: Why Most Americans Don't Last 18 Months In Portugal

Many Americans relocating to Portugal face unexpected challenges leading to early departures despite initial enthusiasm for the move.
Miami
fromMoneywise
5 days ago

58-year-old left NYC for Miami looking for tax savings. But he found an even bigger win: early retirement

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
Miami
fromMoneywise
6 days ago

Can Florida tax savings fund your retirement? The real math behind moving from NYC to Miami for lower taxes and housing

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
Digital life
fromGamintraveler
11 hours ago

Thinking Of Moving To Portugal? Read This First: Why Most Americans Don't Last 18 Months In Portugal

Many Americans relocating to Portugal face unexpected challenges leading to early departures despite initial enthusiasm for the move.
Miami
fromMoneywise
5 days ago

58-year-old left NYC for Miami looking for tax savings. But he found an even bigger win: early retirement

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
Miami
fromMoneywise
6 days ago

Can Florida tax savings fund your retirement? The real math behind moving from NYC to Miami for lower taxes and housing

Scott Scovel's move from NYC to Miami allowed him to retire earlier due to lower housing costs and no state income tax.
fromIslands
20 hours ago

This Is North America's Largest City By Population (And It Has Way More People Than NYC) - Islands

Mexico City proper's population was more than 9 million people in 2020, and including the surrounding metro area, is estimated at over 23 million in 2026.
Madrid food
#birthright-citizenship
fromKqed
4 days ago
Social justice

As Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship, SF Advocates Are Ready to Stand Up | KQED

Right-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: Birthright citizenship secured my family's American dream. No wonder Trump hates it

Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship is under Supreme Court review, despite strong public support for the policy.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Babies are an afterthought in the birthright citizenship case, advocates say

Birthright citizenship impacts every baby born in America, providing them with immediate access to essential support and services.
Social justice
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship, SF Advocates Are Ready to Stand Up | KQED

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could redefine birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Bay Area lawyers in Washington DC for Supreme Court birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, rooted in the 14th Amendment.
NYC politics
fromThe Hill
2 days ago

New York exodus: High costs, taxes drive residents to Florida

Politicians often change their rhetoric when faced with reality, as seen in Kathy Hochul's response to New Yorkers leaving for Florida.
#immigration
fromBoston.com
9 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I thought, what the hell have I done?': the people who moved abroad for love and regretted it

A couple navigates the challenges of living in Switzerland after moving from Australia, balancing career aspirations and family ties.
fromBoston.com
9 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

I'm back in London after almost a decade in the US and I'm feeling homesick | Bim Adewunmi

Children of immigrants may adapt well to leaving home, as personal experiences show resilience and adaptability in new environments.
Social justice
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Immigration policy, economic uncertainty reshaping housing market

Immigration policies have led to a significant decline in immigration and negative impacts on housing markets across the U.S.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I thought, what the hell have I done?': the people who moved abroad for love and regretted it

A couple navigates the challenges of living in Switzerland after moving from Australia, balancing career aspirations and family ties.
#migration
fromFortune
3 days ago
Silicon Valley

Gen Z fled San Francisco for Texas and Florida. Now they're turning 'welcomer cities' into the next big tech towns | Fortune

fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US Elections

NY, California and other high-taxed states losing billions while Florida prospers from mass migration: IRS

Miami food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

The tired faces of Cuban deportees to Mexico: I'm already old, I don't want to die here'

Deported migrants from the U.S. face dire conditions in Tapachula, struggling to survive and longing to return home.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
3 days ago

Gen Z fled San Francisco for Texas and Florida. Now they're turning 'welcomer cities' into the next big tech towns | Fortune

Younger workers are leaving San Francisco for more affordable 'welcomer cities' like Nashville and Orlando, seeking better work-life balance and job opportunities.
Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Miami, Like Austin Before It, Feels Pendulum Swing on Tech Migration

Many who moved to Miami or Austin during the pandemic have left due to high heat and lack of job opportunities.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US Elections

NY, California and other high-taxed states losing billions while Florida prospers from mass migration: IRS

#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
#california
fromKqed
3 days ago
California

New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony | KQED

California
fromKqed
3 days ago

New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony | KQED

California's snowpack is at 18% of average, raising concerns for an early fire season despite reservoirs being above historic averages.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Southern California sisters face losing mom to brain cancer, father to deportation

A Big Bear handyman faces deportation while his wife battles Stage 4 brain cancer, prompting their daughters to seek legal assistance.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 days ago

CM Won, education advocates rally against relocation of migrant families from LIC shelter - QNS

Community advocates rally against converting a family shelter into a site for single men, fearing displacement of families and disruption of children's education.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Same-sex couples thrive in U.S. even as GOP support for marriage equality falls

The number of same-sex couples in the U.S. has doubled in two decades, despite renewed political opposition to marriage equality.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Trump's goal to create state-by-state citizenship lists isn't feasible, experts say

Trump's executive order aims to create citizenship lists for voter eligibility verification, but experts warn it may disenfranchise eligible voters and is likely unconstitutional.
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
#american-expats
Europe news
fromGamintraveler
5 days ago

Why 40% Of Americans Leave Europe Within 2 Years

Many Americans return home from Europe within two years, facing unexpected challenges and disillusionment with their expatriate dreams.
Europe politics
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Expat-Curious? Inside the European Communities Vying for Fleeing Americans.

American retirees are increasingly purchasing homes in Europe, particularly Italy, to fulfill lifelong dreams and escape tight U.S. real estate markets, with specialized services facilitating international transactions despite geopolitical tensions.
Europe news
fromGamintraveler
5 days ago

Why 40% Of Americans Leave Europe Within 2 Years

Many Americans return home from Europe within two years, facing unexpected challenges and disillusionment with their expatriate dreams.
Europe politics
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Expat-Curious? Inside the European Communities Vying for Fleeing Americans.

American retirees are increasingly purchasing homes in Europe, particularly Italy, to fulfill lifelong dreams and escape tight U.S. real estate markets, with specialized services facilitating international transactions despite geopolitical tensions.
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

These Are the Fast-growing, Affordable Cities in the U.S. for 2026-and One Texas Town Is Leading the List

Frisco, Texas, is the most affordable and fastest-growing U.S. city in 2026, with significant population growth and high savings for residents.
#supreme-court
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Hits close to home': US Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court is considering ending automatic citizenship for infants born in the US, a practice upheld for over a century.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Birthright citizenship reaches US Supreme Court in a case that will define the country's future

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on birthright citizenship, potentially redefining U.S. citizenship based on President Trump's executive order.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump seeks to redefine who gets to be an American with birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court is considering whether Trump can end birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
Right-wing politics
fromEsquire
3 days ago

Trump's Plan to End Birthright Citizenship Isn't Going So Well

Justice Thomas's reference to Dred Scott highlights the potential consequences of the Trump v. Barbara case on birthright citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Hits close to home': US Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court is considering ending automatic citizenship for infants born in the US, a practice upheld for over a century.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Birthright citizenship reaches US Supreme Court in a case that will define the country's future

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on birthright citizenship, potentially redefining U.S. citizenship based on President Trump's executive order.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump seeks to redefine who gets to be an American with birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court is considering whether Trump can end birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
Right-wing politics
fromEsquire
3 days ago

Trump's Plan to End Birthright Citizenship Isn't Going So Well

Justice Thomas's reference to Dred Scott highlights the potential consequences of the Trump v. Barbara case on birthright citizenship.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Big change for California small businesses: No more SBA loans for non-citizens

Green-card holders are now ineligible for SBA loans, impacting immigrant entrepreneurs and potentially harming job creation and the economy.
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

Mass exodus from Los Angeles revealed in shocking new figures

Los Angeles County's population has now dipped to just under 9.7 million, marking a continuation of a steady slide for the nation's most populous county. The raw number of departures is eye-catching, but experts say the broader trend may be even more concerning: fewer people are coming in to replace those who leave.
Los Angeles
#emigration
fromKqed
4 days ago

Thousands of Immigrants Will Lose Access to CalFresh This Week. Here's What to Know | KQED

"There are people who have come here after escaping violence and persecution and torture. These are communities that we have historically said, 'You are welcome here. We have the support for you.' And now, the federal government is abandoning them."
SF food
Boston
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Pro-Immigrant Case for Opposing Illegal Immigration

The legal immigration debate is shifting, with both conservatives and progressives questioning the value of legal immigration channels.
Madrid food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

When I turned 40, my wife and I took a hard look at our lives in the US. Then, we decided to move our family to Spain.

Turning 40 prompted a family move to Alicante, Spain for a better quality of life and a slower pace amidst rising costs in the US.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

The Venezuelan migrants stranded in Miami: We want to leave the US but we can't'

They want to self-deport: they packed their bags, bought their tickets, and showed up at the airport to leave. And yet, they couldn't board the plane.
Miami food
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
Travel
fromGamintraveler
1 week ago

Thinking Of Leaving The U.S.? The 10 Countries Quietly Competing For American Expats Right Now

U.S. citizens can travel visa-free to many countries, with options for expatriation and digital nomad visas increasing by 2026.
Los Angeles
fromKqed
6 days ago

Marching for Immigrant Rights, 20 Years Ago and Today | KQED

The 2006 immigrant rights marches in Los Angeles galvanized Latino organizing and continue to inspire current activism against anti-immigration policies.
Remote teams
fromIndia Currents
2 days ago

Letting Stranded H-1B Employees Work From India Causes Serious Tax Risks For US Employees

H-1B workers in India face delays affecting tax, business operations, and mental stress, forcing companies to reconsider workforce strategies.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

What Americans Can Learn From Immigrants

Prioritizing relationships, shared meals, and community over efficiency significantly increases happiness and well-being across all age groups.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
3 days ago

The Residency Visa Americans Apply For Most And The One With Better Odds

Americans often pursue the D7 visa for Portugal, but better options exist with fewer pitfalls and clearer eligibility criteria.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Overlooked Crisis Facing Immigrants With Disabilites

Gregory Javier Laguna and his brother have been detained for almost five months after being wrongfully accused of attempted theft.
Travel
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Where Americans Are Moving Abroad Right Now

Remote work and rising living costs drive millions of Americans to relocate abroad earlier in their careers, with over 180,000 relocating last year to countries offering affordability, cultural familiarity, and English-speaking communities.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Was Raised to Be Accepting. Yet, I Find Myself Battling Strange New Thoughts About Immigrants.

Acknowledging and confronting personal prejudices is a crucial step towards becoming a better ally and challenging racism.
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

Americans in Europe: US finally slashes citizenship renunciation fee

After significant deliberation, taking into account both the affected public's concerns regarding the cost of the fee and the not insignificant anecdotal evidence regarding tax-related difficulties many US nationals residing abroad encounter, including in part because of FATCA, the Department made a policy decision... to propose alleviating the cost burden for those individuals who decide to request CLN services by returning to the below-cost fee of $450.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The shattered dream of migrating to the US and the odyssey of returning: I was in jail for four months. That's the only way I got to know New York'

Laime Arold, a 26-year-old Haitian, buys energy bars at a small shop on the side of the Pan-American Highway in southern Chiapas, Mexico. Jose Adan, a Honduran, prays aloud in a park in Tapachula, asking God to protect him from kidnappers and the police along the way. Gerardo Aguilar, a Venezuelan, travels at 60 miles per hour, lying across two seats on a bus headed for Guatemala. The three all have something in common: they are in Mexico and they are migrants. None of them are heading north. They are heading south.
Miami food
#us-citizenship-renunciation
US Elections
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

Former US Residents, Tell Us Why You Left And Your Unfiltered Thoughts About America Right Now

Record numbers of Americans are leaving the country, citing exhaustion from financial stress, lack of work-life balance, inadequate healthcare, and political polarization compared to better social systems abroad.
US news
fromwww.nydailynews.com
1 month ago

For first time in 90 years, more people are leaving the U.S. than moving in

The United States experienced net negative migration for the first time since the Great Depression, with approximately 150,000 more people leaving than entering in 2025, driven by Americans seeking better economic opportunities, safety, and quality of life abroad.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
1 month ago

Why These 7 Countries Quietly Want More Americans To Move There: The Places Making It Easier For Americans To Move

Multiple countries actively recruit American migrants through visa programs to address economic decline, demographic challenges, and geopolitical influence.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Citizens of Nowhere: What It Means to Be Stateless in the US

Citizens of Nowhere is a documentary short about stateless people in the United States individuals who, through circumstance or legal technicality, belong to no nation. Without passports, citizenship or legal recognition, they live in a state of uncertainty. From finding work and accessing education, to simply existing within a system that does not officially recognise them, stateless people face endless bureaucratic barriers.
Film
Real estate
fromFortune
2 months ago

Americans are still ditching New York and LA at alarming rates, but Miami's on the list now, too | Fortune

Americans continue leaving New York and Los Angeles, and now Miami is experiencing the steepest population decline among major U.S. metropolitan areas.
Travel
fromGamintraveler
2 months ago

10 Countries Americans Are Moving To In 2026 That Weren't On Any List In 2024

More Americans prioritize countries with longer legal stays, remote-work pathways, and lower everyday costs to live longer-term on moderate incomes.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Forget California's exodus. Why do so few move here?

California lost the most residents to other states in 2024, yet its departure rate (1.7%) was below the national average (2.1%).
US politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'It's become urgent now': the Irish people returning home from the US in the shadow of Trump's immigration crackdown

Diaspora communities are losing previously assumed security as plans for large-scale, forceful deportations threaten immigrants and their networks.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

What's causing the migration from California? Who is leaving the state and why

High housing costs and limited well‑paying jobs are causing net out-migration from California, disproportionately affecting lower-income adults and prompting wealthier residents to leave too.
US politics
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

When Politics Drives You From Home: 5 Americans Who Uprooted Their Lives Because of the State of the Nation

Politics has become a major driver of relocation, with many Americans choosing new communities that align with their political beliefs despite logistical and emotional costs.
California
fromSan Luis Obispo Tribune
2 months ago

What's causing the migration from California? Who is leaving the state and why

California is losing more residents than it attracts, driven primarily by high housing costs and limited employment, disproportionately affecting lower-income adults.
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