FBI Hunts Brown University Shooting Suspect Amid Criticism, $50,000 Reward Offered

December 17, 2025

FBI Hunts Brown University Shooting Suspect Amid Criticism, $50,000 Reward Offered

After two students were shot at Brown University, the suspect remains free. FBI leads the search but faces criticism and trolling on social media. A $50,000 reward is announced to catch the shooter.

H-1B Visa Appointments Delayed Six Months Due to Social Media Vetting, Experts Advise Job Safety

December 17, 2025

H-1B Visa Appointments Delayed Six Months Due to Social Media Vetting, Experts Advise Job Safety

H-1B visa holders in India face at least six-month delays for visa appointments due to social media checks. Experts advise keeping jobs and warn against travel, as emergency appointments are rare.

UK to Rejoin EU's Erasmus+ Scheme in 2027 with £570m Deal

December 17, 2025

UK to Rejoin EU's Erasmus+ Scheme in 2027 with £570m Deal

The UK will rejoin the EU’s Erasmus+ scheme from 2027, allowing students and workers to exchange across Europe again after Brexit. The government will invest £570m, benefiting up to 100,000 people in education and training annually.

UAE Golden Visa vs Saudi Premium Residency: Gulf's Long-Term Residency Faceoff

December 17, 2025

UAE Golden Visa vs Saudi Premium Residency: Gulf's Long-Term Residency Faceoff

Since 2019, the UAE and Saudi Arabia offer new long-term residency visas to attract talent and capital. UAE’s Golden Visa is broad and flexible. Saudi’s Premium Residency offers permanence with fewer categories but deeper rights. Both reflect each country’s economic aims and resident needs.

US Imposes Naval Blockade to Stop Venezuela's 'Ghost Ships' Evading Oil Sanctions

December 17, 2025

US Imposes Naval Blockade to Stop Venezuela's 'Ghost Ships' Evading Oil Sanctions

President Trump has ordered a naval blockade to block Venezuela's 'ghost ships'—oil tankers changing names and flags to dodge US sanctions. These ships help Venezuela sell discounted oil despite sanctions on its state oil firm PDVSA.