Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw in US Visa Protest
Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US granted visas to only four delegation members, excluding the football federation president. FIFA is investigating.
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US Prioritises Visas for Major Sporting Event Fans
The Trump administration orders embassies to expedite visas for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics attendees while imposing new restrictions on H-1B applicants linked to online censorship. Read the latest.
Iran to attend World Cup draw after visa dispute
Iran's football federation reverses boycott decision for the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. Head coach attends, but president's visa was denied. Read the full diplomatic and sporting clash.
Indonesia to return two convicted Dutch drug traffickers
Indonesia agrees to repatriate two Dutch nationals convicted on drug charges, including a man on death row, following a royal request. Read the full details of the prisoner transfer agreement.
50,000 Student Visa Appeals Swamp Australian Tribunal
Australia's Administrative Review Tribunal faces a backlog of nearly 50,000 student visa appeals, driven by tougher rules and a focus on permanent residency over study. Read the full analysis.
Indonesia Landslide Crisis: 900 Dead in Floods
Rescuers in Indonesia search for hundreds missing after devastating floods and landslides across Southeast Asia. Death toll reaches 900 as survivors face desperate conditions.
Dozens killed in Indonesia floods and landslides
Rescue teams intensify search for victims after devastating floods and landslides kill dozens in Sumatra. Authorities confirm rising death toll as emergency response continues.
Visa spelling error costs tourist £400 at airport
An Australian holidaymaker's dream trip to Vietnam turned into a £378 nightmare after a simple typo on her e-Visa. Discover how to avoid this costly travel mistake.
Indonesia flash floods kill 10, leave six missing
At least ten people have died and six are missing after flash floods and landslides hit Indonesia's Sumatra island. Rescue efforts continue in difficult conditions. Read the full report.
UK-Indonesia £4bn maritime deal creates 1,000 jobs
Britain secures a £4 billion maritime agreement with Indonesia, creating 1,000 UK jobs in Rosyth, Bristol, and Plymouth. The deal boosts British shipbuilding and strengthens global defence ties.
Migration Agent Exposes Partner Visa Fraud Epidemic
A veteran migration agent reveals shocking partner visa scams exploiting vulnerable Australian women, with organised networks flooding the system while authorities fail to act.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 23
The death toll from devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has climbed to 23, with 28 people still missing. Rescue teams are working against the clock. Read the latest updates.
Indonesia's New Digital Payment System for Tourists
Indonesia rolls out a new digital payment pack for tourists in Bali, offering instant SIM and e-wallet access. A major step towards a cashless society for over 1.5 million Australian visitors.
Reform UK Immigration Plans Threaten NHS Doctors' Future
An emergency medicine doctor who worked through Covid fears deportation under Reform UK's proposed visa rules. Discover how skilled migrants face uncertainty over their UK futures.
British woman freed from Bali death row returns to UK
A British woman facing execution in Indonesia for drug offences has been freed and flown home to the UK on compassionate grounds, ending her harrowing ordeal on Bali's death row.
British grandmother faces firing squad in Bali drug case
Lindsay Sandiford, the British pensioner sentenced to death in Bali for drug trafficking, makes desperate final appeal as Indonesian authorities prepare executions.
UK med student denied US visa despite Chicago acceptance
Aspiring medic from Kent faces devastating US visa rejection after being accepted to prestigious Chicago medical school, leaving her future in limbo despite significant financial commitment.
DeSantis blocks H-1B visa sponsorship at Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
Bawah Reserve: Indonesia's Eco-Luxury Paradise
Escape to Bawah Reserve, an exclusive eco-luxury retreat in Indonesia's pristine Anambas Islands offering sustainable luxury amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
Walmart slashes H-1B visa workers amid Trump crackdown
Retail giant Walmart dramatically reduces foreign tech workers as Trump administration tightens visa regulations, sparking debate about skilled immigration and corporate hiring practices.
Indonesia volcano erupts, thousands evacuated
Indonesia's volatile Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano has erupted spectacularly, spewing ash clouds 1.5km into the sky and forcing mass evacuations across East Nusa Tenggara province.
Australian gets 15 years in Bali drug case
Nelson James, a 30-year-old Australian tourist, has been sentenced to 15 years in Indonesian prison after being caught with methamphetamine in a Bali hotel raid. The shocking case serves as a stark warning about Indonesia's zero-tolerance drug laws.
UK mandates A-Level English for work visas
The UK government announces stricter English language requirements for work visas, raising the bar to A-Level standard in major immigration policy shift affecting thousands of applicants.
Tourist Visa Scam Warning: Don't Get Duped
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated scam sites are tricking British travellers out of hundreds of pounds for visa applications. Learn how to spot the fakes and protect your money.
Pakistani migrant deported in schoolgirl sham marriage scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Pakistani migrant attempted to cheat Britain's immigration system by arranging a sham marriage with a teenage schoolgirl, leading to his deportation and exposing alarming visa fraud tactics.
EU's 'Punitive' Visa Rules Target British Travellers
Brussels faces backlash over controversial ETIAS visa waiver system that could see UK citizens barred from EU travel for minor offences, in what critics call a 'spiteful' post-Brexit move.
Indonesia bars Israeli gymnasts from World Cup over Gaza
Indonesian authorities deny entry visas to Israeli athletes for upcoming gymnastics World Cup, escalating diplomatic tensions amid ongoing war in Gaza.
Brisbane man trapped in Dubai visa nightmare
Andrew Burow, a Queensland father, faces financial ruin and separation from his family after being stranded in Dubai due to visa complications. His heartbreaking story reveals the hidden dangers of international travel bureaucracy.
Indonesia Church Bombings: 13 Dead in Surabaya Attacks
Multiple churches in Indonesia's second-largest city were targeted in coordinated suicide attacks, leaving at least 13 dead and 40 injured in one of the country's worst terrorist incidents in years.
Irish woman laughs while boasting about Australian visa loophole
An Irish traveller's shameless admission about exploiting Australia's disturbing refugee visa loophole has sparked outrage, with government ministers erupting over the blatant abuse of the system.
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