Trump Hikes H-1B Visa Fee to $100K to Boost US Hiring
President Trump raises the H-1B visa fee for employers to $100K, aiming to curb program abuse and incentivize US hiring as tech firms brace for higher costs.
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Cyberattack Strands Passengers at Major European Airports
A cyberattack on check-in systems at Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin airports triggered delays, cancellations and manual check-ins, leaving hundreds of travelers in limbo.
Wang Yi Calls for Urgent Gaza Ceasefire and Two-State Solution
Chinese FM Wang Yi urges urgent Gaza ceasefire and practical paths to a two-state solution to end the humanitarian crisis and promote lasting peace in the Middle East.
EU Proposes 19th Sanctions Package Targeting Russian Energy and Finance
The European Commission’s 19th sanctions package targets Russian energy and financial sectors: banning LNG imports, capping oil at $47.6, blacklisting Rosneft and Gazpromneft, and sanctioning crypto platforms.
UN Council Stalls Vote on Iran Sanctions Relief
The UN Security Council failed to pass resolutions to extend Iran sanctions relief under the JCPOA, leaving the snapback mechanism poised for action.
Geneva Seminar Charts Response to U.S. Unilateral Tariffs
At WTO Public Forum in Geneva, experts warn U.S. tariffs could cut global trade by 3.4% by 2025, spurring calls for stronger multilateral rules and digital solutions.
Mexico & Canada Deepen Ties at Mexico City Summit
Mexico and Canada pledge stronger cooperation on trade, energy, security, agriculture and the environment at a two-day Mexico City summit, reaffirming U.S. ties.
Evil Unbound (731) Premiere in NYC Sparks Reflection on Unit 731
Evil Unbound (731) premiered in NYC on Sept.18 to a sold-out audience, spotlighting WWII-era Unit 731 and launching in 118 U.S. theaters on Sept.19.
Vancouver Premiere of ‘Evil Unbound (731)’ Sparks Global Peace Dialogue
The new film “Evil Unbound (731)” premiered in Vancouver on Sept 18, revisiting WWII Unit 731 atrocities to honor victims and inspire peace. Hits Canadian cinemas Sept 19.
Google Unveils DolphinGemma: AI Cracks Dolphin Language
At SF’s AI Conference, Google unveiled DolphinGemma, the first AI trained on dolphin sounds, marking a leap toward decoding marine mammal communication and advancing conservation efforts.