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fromFortune
1 week ago

With China now an adversary, this early Google investor wants the U.S. to bet on India instead

Indian-born CEOs of Fortune 500 largely immigrated to the U.S. on student visas, greatly influenced by higher education.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump's big beautiful bill includes a $250 'visa integrity fee' travelers will have to fork over

All visitors needing nonimmigrant visas to enter the U.S. must pay a nonwaivable visa integrity fee of $250.
fromCaribbean Life
1 week ago

Wrongfully deported to Africa? Jamaica says it didn't turn anyone away - Caribbean Life

The deported group included individuals described as 'so uniquely barbaric that their home countries refused to take them back,' an assertion the Jamaican government strongly refutes.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Trump plans to send migrants to 'third countries.' Others have tried that.

The United States deported eight men who arrived in South Sudan this month - via Djibouti, where they were held for weeks in a metal shipping container at a naval base. All but one of the migrants had no connection to South Sudan.
US politics
#chinese-students
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ottawa urgently seeking more information' about death of Canadian citizen in Ice custody

Noviello's death in ICE custody raises concerns about the treatment of detainees, prompting calls for further investigation by Canadian and US authorities.
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Dail shown meme depicting bald JD Vance as new US J1 visa social media rules described as 'unthinkable'

The decision to require public social media accounts for J1 visa applicants by US authorities represents a concerning incursion on freedom of expression, critics argue.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Dail shown meme depicting bald JD Vance as new US J1 visa social media rules described as 'unthinkable'

We're watching a major incursion on freedom of expression, unthinkable in a western democracy. This week, a young Norwegian tourist was detained by ICE at New York airport and sent back to Oslo.
UK news
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Norwegian Tourist Claims U.S. Denied Him Entry Over a J.D. Vance Meme. Authorities Said It Was His Drug Use

Mads Mikkelsen faced denial of U.S. entry over a meme and personal marijuana use, sparking debate over free speech rights and immigration enforcement.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Social media vetting for J1 visas causing 'deep concern, confusion' as Tanaiste says he will raise issue with US ambassador

New US visa rules requiring social media disclosure are viewed as excessive and create anxiety for young travelers from Ireland.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Afghan national who entered the U.S. legally detained during an immigration hearing in San Diego

Afghan translator arrested during asylum hearing despite having legal entry and an active case.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

US resumes student visas, demands social media access DW 06/18/2025

The U.S. will require international student visa applicants to share social media accounts for vetting.
NYC parents
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Cuban mothers accused of child trafficking for bringing their children to the US: It's punishment for being migrants'

Cuban mothers seek better lives for their children but faced accusations of trafficking upon arrival in the U.S.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

America had open borders until 1924. Racism and corporate greed changed that | Daniel Mendiola

The US immigration system profits from dehumanization, igniting widespread protests against its injustices.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ice raids in LA continue as armed agents target immigrant communities

US immigration raids in Southern California have sparked fear and protests, particularly at public events targeting undocumented individuals.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Boca's Costa gets U.S. visa for CWC after U-turn

Ayrton Costa has been granted a 26-day special visa, allowing him to participate in the Club World Cup despite previous immigration issues.
Miami Marlins
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Concacaf in 'close communication' with LA authorities over Gold Cup

Safety concerns are impacting the Gold Cup and Club World Cup events in Los Angeles due to ongoing protests surrounding immigration policies.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Trump admin grants EB-5 visa to Kushner's Jersey towers

The approval of the investor visa petition for Kushner Companies marks a significant step forward for the delayed 1 Journal Square project in Jersey City.
NYC startup
#refugees
#freedom-of-speech
US news
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Customs Officials Deny French Scientist US Entry Over His Anti-Trump Texts

A French scientist was deported from the U.S. due to critical messages about President Trump found on his electronic devices.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US pauses new student visas: What it means and who it will affect

The Trump administration has paused new visa interviews for international students to expand social media screening.
This pause affects new visa appointments for students and exchange visitors.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

These world leaders went to Harvard University before Trump's foreign student ban

The decision has thrust thousands of students into limbo, including those who may have planned to follow a well-trodden path to public office upon graduation.
US news
#deportation
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Why a holiday in the US is out of the question | Zoe Williams

Travelers are being subjected to harsh deportation processes for minor infractions, signaling a growing authoritarian trend.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump admin tells judge man wrongly deported to El Salvador is alive, still detained

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported, is alive in El Salvador, and efforts are underway to return him to the U.S.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

South Sudan thrust under spotlight after attempted US deportations

On Tuesday, a US federal judge expressed concern that South Asian migrants flown from the US to South Sudan were deported in violation of a court order.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US bans India agencies 'facilitating illegal immigration' DW 05/19/2025

The US State Department has imposed a visa ban on Indian travel agency officials accused of facilitating illegal immigration.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

H-1B registrations dropped by 25 percent for FY 2026

The sharp decline in H-1B visa applications indicates that both the Trump administration's policies and heightened enforcement efforts have significantly impacted foreign worker recruitment, according to immigration officials.
US news
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Liberal loudmouth streamer Hasan Piker claims he was detained by US immigration officials

Hasan Piker alleges that US immigration officials attempted to gather information during his detention to silence dissenting voices.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 months ago

Episcopal Church says it won't help resettle white South Africans granted refugee status in US

"In light of our church's steadfast commitment to racial justice and reconciliation and our historic ties with the Anglican Church of Southern Africa, we are not able to take this step," Rowe said.
Non-profit organizations
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Britain wants in on drawing US scientists fleeing Trump

Britain needs to enhance efforts to attract scientists leaving the US, as EU countries implement robust recruitment strategies.
#travel-advisory
Privacy technologies
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

Yes, You Can Opt Out of TSA Facial Recognition-Here's Why You Should Consider It

International travelers report increased scrutiny and denial of entry at U.S. airports, highlighting the importance of understanding rights regarding facial recognition technology.
Privacy technologies
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

Yes, You Can Opt Out of TSA Facial Recognition-Here's Why You Should Consider It

International travelers report increased scrutiny and denial of entry at U.S. airports, highlighting the importance of understanding rights regarding facial recognition technology.
fromPrx
3 months ago

The World

India has suspended its participation in the Indus Waters Treaty after violence in Kashmir.
Over 1,800 international students face uncertainty regarding their immigration status in the US.
US Rep. Marlin Stutzman shares insights from his trip to Syria.
The Poetry Pharmacy in London offers poems for emotional healing.
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Beekeeper hid role in Rwandan genocide for green card, prosecutors say

"For over two decades, he got away with those lies and lived in the United States with an undeserved clean slate, a luxury that his victims will never have."
US news
#international-students
Europe news
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Europeans Are Sharing Current Events That Americans Might Not Know About Right Now

Global events often overshadow domestic issues, highlighting the need for awareness of international protests and governmental actions.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

White House must answer whether it's helping wrongly deported Maryland man

"It is a fact now, of this record: every day he is detained in CECOT is a day of irreparable harm," Xinis said from the bench on Tuesday.
US news
#palestinian-activism
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Trump to welcome Bukele to the White House amid controversy over mistakenly deported migrant

Bukele's visit to Washington may signify positive relations with the Trump administration amidst ongoing issues regarding U.S. deportations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Rubio Orders U.S. Diplomats to Scour Student Visa Applicants' Social Media

Diplomats must scrutinize visa applicants' social media for anti-U.S. sentiment under Rubio's new directive.
#border-security
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Mission South Africa': How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status

The Trump administration prioritized refugee resettlement for white Afrikaners while restricting access for refugees from other nations.
US politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Attention Must Be Paid to the Migrants Disappearing Under Trump

Hundreds of Venezuelan men are forcibly detained and transported to a harsh prison in El Salvador, raising serious human rights concerns.
Canada news
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Canada, Europe Issue Travel Advisories After Tourists Detained in US

Canada and European countries are urging citizens to be cautious about U.S. entry due to recent immigration crackdowns and detention concerns.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Some European countries and Canada issue advisories for travelers to the U.S.

European countries and Canada are warning travelers about strict U.S. entry rules amid rising immigration enforcement under the Trump administration.
#transgender-rights
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
US news

Transgender Danes told to consult US embassy before travel DW 03/21/2025

Transgender individuals traveling from Denmark should contact the US Embassy for guidance amid concerns over immigration policies under Trump.
LGBT
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 months ago

What to Know If You Are a Trans Traveler Applying for a Visa to the US

Transgender travelers may face visa rejection if their gender does not match sex at birth, per a new memo from the US Secretary of State.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Transgender Danes told to consult US embassy before travel DW 03/21/2025

Transgender individuals traveling from Denmark should contact the US Embassy for guidance amid concerns over immigration policies under Trump.
LGBT
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 months ago

What to Know If You Are a Trans Traveler Applying for a Visa to the US

Transgender travelers may face visa rejection if their gender does not match sex at birth, per a new memo from the US Secretary of State.
#academic-freedom
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

U.S. Denied Entry to French Scientist Over Views on Trump Policies, France Says

A French scientist was denied entry to the U.S. due to his opinions on Trump administration policies, raising concerns about academic freedom.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

U.S. Denied Entry to French Scientist Over Views on Trump Policies, France Says

A French scientist was denied entry to the U.S. due to his opinions on Trump administration policies, raising concerns about academic freedom.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Judge demands answers from White House on deportation flights to El Salvador

The Trump administration faces judicial scrutiny for not complying with a court order to return deportation flights to the US.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Why are Germans being detained by US immigration? DW 03/20/2025

US immigration officials detained several EU Green Card holders for extended periods, raising concerns about their treatment during routine checks.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

French scientist denied entry to US after hateful' Trump texts found on phone

A French scientist was denied US entry over critical messages about the Trump administration, raising serious freedom of expression concerns.
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

German officials alarmed over U.S. immigration confusion as green card holder remains trapped in ICE custody

Fabian Schmidt, a 34-year-old German citizen, was detained at Logan Airport despite holding a valid Green Card, raising concerns about U.S. immigration practices.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany 'monitoring' US detentions of its citizens DW 03/17/2025

Germany is reviewing the treatment of its citizens in the US after incidents of detention and deportation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I escaped one gulag only to end up in another': Russian asylum seekers face Ice detention in the US

Many Russians seeking US asylum are now detained, some for over a year, contrary to previous practices of release during hearings.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump's Travel Ban Threatens Afghan Allies

The fate of Afghan allies remains uncertain due to political changes and potential travel bans, prompting veterans to intensify evacuation efforts.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Snowbirds must soon submit fingerprints for U.S. travel under new Homeland Security rules | CBC News

Canadians staying in the U.S. for 30 days or more will need to register and fingerprint with Homeland Security starting April 11.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

2 leaders of group suspected of smuggling 20,000 immigrants are arrested in Los Angeles

Two alleged leaders of a smuggling ring arrested for transporting 20,000 people from Guatemala to the U.S., charging up to $18,000 each.
US news
fromAxios
5 months ago

Immigrants in detention in Trump's early days hit new five-year high

ICE detains the highest number of immigrants since 2019, reflecting intensified enforcement under the Trump administration.
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