▲ Peaking
World
Michel Houellebecq, French Writer, Is Investigated Over Anti-Muslim Remarks
French writer Michel Houellebecq faces a formal investigation and court action over remarks concerning Muslim immigration and Islam.
Immigration
82 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
◼ Archived
World
Immigration arrests go on unabated despite Trump's misgivings after the GOP's midterm wipeout
Immigration arrests continue unabated as political dynamics shift following crushing midterm losses for the Republican party.
◼ Archived
World
Why does Australia want Brits to swap Sydney for the outback?
Australia considers tightening visa rules for British backpackers, prompting a potential revisit of the UK deal by Albanese.
◼ Archived
World
60 Minutes Transcript: Donald Trump, the 2026 post-midterm elections interview
Donald Trump addressed the post-midterm political landscape in a new interview, reflecting on immigration policies and legislative deals.
◼ Archived
World
Mapping how France’s protest wave spread across Europe
Mass protests across France over wages and student demands enter a fourth weekend as political analysts debate whether the unrest could reshape the 2027 presidential race.
◼ Archived
World
ICE planning to deport Afghans through Pakistan, official says, prompting fears for their safety
A federal judge has temporarily halted a Trump administration plan to deport detained Afghans, following intense outcry over safety risks.
◼ Archived
World
UK to double wait for permanent residency, with exemptions for care workers
The UK government is revising settlement rules to double the wait for permanent residency, though care workers will receive specific exemptions.
◼ Archived
World
Labour MPs pull their punches on immigration changes
12 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
US plans to deport Afghans back to their home country through Pakistan, documents show
Documents show plans by the administration to deport Afghan immigrants back to Kabul through Pakistan.
◼ Archived
World
Alberta welcomed migrant workers. Now, it wants to restrict their rights
3 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
Business
SF's Instacart to pay $5M over Trump admin's claims of US worker discrimination
San Francisco's Instacart agrees to pay $5 million to settle a federal investigation involving foreign worker recruiting.
◼ Archived
World
Trump borrows from far right to blame unrest in France on immigration
Fox News coverage links French unrest to immigration as soccer icon Emmanuel Petit issues public warnings to President Macron.
◼ Archived
World
US says immigrants from Ukraine, Sudan can keep protected status for now
2 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
Trump officials soften approach to key immigration policy ahead of midterms
Homeland Security grants a temporary deportation reprieve for over 100K Ukrainians and Sudanese immigrants.
◼ Archived
World
Legal Immigration Fell Sharply Under Trump Policies Adopted Early This Year
8 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
Business
The Immigration Crackdown Is Making It Much Harder to Build Houses
An intensifying immigration crackdown is creating severe labor shortages and threatening hundreds of thousands of new home completions.
◼ Archived
World
Trump ramps up third-country US deportations despite global rights outcry
Global rights outcry grows as the Trump administration ramps up third-country US deportations to over 16,000 people.
◼ Archived
Business
Microsoft’s president warns White House against skilled immigration crackdown
22 news sources are covering this Business story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
Jamaica accepts first flight of third-country deportations from US
2 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
Jamaica begins receiving third-country deportees under controversial US agreement
Jamaica has begun receiving third-country deportees from the United States under a new and controversial agreement.
◼ Archived
Business
India Slams Vance Over 'Indentured Servants' Remark
India condemns remarks by Vance regarding indentured servants amid US green card sponsorship suspensions for major tech firms.
◼ Archived
Business
What Microsoft’s green card suspension means for Seattle-area workers
Coverage from The Times of India details the suspension of the green card process for eight companies and its impact on workers.
◼ Archived
World
South African anti-migrant protests: Cars torched and shops looted in Durban and Soweto
Violent anti-migrant protests erupt across South African locations, resulting in torched cars, looted shops, and a sudden policy reversal.
◼ Archived
Business
What Smart People Say About PERM Suspension on Microsoft and Indian Tech
The Trump administration suspends Microsoft and other tech companies from a key green card program.
◼ Archived
Business
US freezes Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys green-card applications over alleged fraud
The Trump administration suspends Microsoft's green-card applications amid fraud allegations and H-1B visa scrutiny.
◼ Archived
World
DOJ moves to revoke U.S. citizenship for 40 foreign-born Americans
The Department of Justice launches a major denaturalization effort targeting 40 naturalized citizens accused of hidden crimes.
◼ Archived
World
A New Country Is Offering Foreigners Citizenship
Argentina introduces a golden passport program to attract foreign cash, joining a global trend of citizenship offerings.
◼ Archived
World
Catch, release, catch: Inside ICE's new 'farce' tactic
Recent reporting explores controversial ICE enforcement tactics, detention practices, and rising arrest rates across states.
◼ Archived
World
Argentina launches cash-for-citizenship scheme
Argentina has introduced a 'golden passport' program allowing foreigners to obtain citizenship via a $350,000 contribution to the national treasury.
◼ Archived
World
No more welcome mat? Japan’s tough visa rules spur foreigners to look elsewhere
Japan's tightening immigration policies and tough visa rules are prompting foreigners to reconsider long-term plans in the country.
◼ Archived
World
Japan announces new permanent residency guidelines, foreigners must earn more than average Japanese person
Japan has introduced new guidelines for permanent residency, requiring foreign applicants to earn more than the average Japanese citizen.
◼ Archived
World
Japan Raises Residency Fees 2,000 Percent Amid ‘Anxiety’ Over Foreigners
Japan multiplies permanent residency fees twenty times as the foreign population reaches record numbers amid domestic anxiety.
◼ Archived
World
Takaichi tightens rules for foreigners seeking permanent residency
Japan implements harsher permanent residency rules and steep visa fee hikes, prompting massive queues and widespread concern.
◼ Archived
World
Japan officially overhauls permanent residency rules
Japan is implementing a sweeping overhaul of its permanent residency and visa issuance rules, including significant fee hikes starting October 2026.
◼ Archived
World
Cabinet Splits Erupt As Angela Rayner Condemns Shabana Mahmood's Immigration Crackdown
2 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
With time running out, new poll suggests Alberta separatism support is slipping
A new poll indicates declining support for Alberta separatism as the province approaches a high-stakes referendum on secession.
◼ Archived
World
Italy moves to ban face coverings and limit foreign pupils in schools with new law
1 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
Japan moves to tighten rules for foreigners, throwing futures into doubt
Japan's implementation of stricter visa regulations and rising residency barriers triggers widespread uncertainty and business exits.
◼ Archived
Sports
Ratcliffe 'must go' says Man Utd Muslim fan group
Manchester United Muslim Supporters' Club demands the departure of co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe following his controversial remarks.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades
Sweden election forecast says vote too close to call
10 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Trump administration allows TPS to continue for Salvadorans
Coverage tracks an Aurora mayor opposing an order that ends temporary protected status for Salvadorans under the Trump administration.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Trump administration silence has 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants hoping they’re protected
Approximately 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants are awaiting clarity on their legal status as the Trump administration remains silent on TPS protections.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Public silence raises hopes among 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants for extended legal protections
Two hundred thousand Salvadoran immigrants watch and wait as the Trump administration maintains TPS status for now.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Salvadorans to Keep Temporary Protected Status for Now, Trump Officials Say
Salvadorans holding Temporary Protected Status may remain in the United States following a federal freeze on the termination of their protections.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Temporary protections for about 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants are in limbo as deadline nears
Roughly 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants face uncertainty as the deadline for their Temporary Protected Status nears under the Trump administration.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Kenya's foreign trader crackdown sparks fear among migrant communities
Kenya has introduced a 90-day window for foreign traders to regularize their documents following a crackdown that triggered mass departures.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Burundians, Tanzanians affected by Kenya’s sweeping immigration crackdown get 90-day grace period
Kenya has introduced a 90-day grace period for Burundian and Tanzanian nationals impacted by a wide-reaching immigration crackdown.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
As fear drives 100s to Kenya’s embassy, the government quickly moves to grant temporary amnesty to its undocumented neighbours
Kenya grants temporary amnesty to undocumented neighbors as a crackdown on foreign traders fuels xenophobia fears and embassy crowds.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Kenya offers temporary amnesty to undocumented East Africans amid fears of crackdown
Kenya offers temporary amnesty to undocumented East Africans following a presidential crackdown threat.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
As election looms, Sweden's government is paying immigrants to leave
The Swedish government is offering foreign residents £27,000 to voluntarily depart the country amidst a tightening immigration crackdown.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
UK Rips 'Thuggish' Port Protest
The UK government has condemned 'thuggish' protests at a port following reports of blocked access for migrant boats and political unrest.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Burundians try to leave Kenya ahead of crackdown on traders
Burundian nationals and other EAC residents in Kenya are attempting to depart the country following a presidential order to crack down on foreign traders.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Kenya minister warns foreigners against 'misusing' visas to trade
Kenya issues a warning to foreign nationals regarding the misuse of visas for trading activities.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
UK gov’t condemns masked anti-immigrant protesters blocking Dover port
The UK government has condemned masked anti-immigration protesters after they blocked traffic to the Port of Dover, Britain's busiest ferry port.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✓
Bardella signs pact with Farage to stop small boat crossings 'forever'
Farage and Bardella forge a pact targeting small boat crossings, drawing immediate criticism and exposing immigration policy divisions.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’
9 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Colombian president orders immigration raids, vows deportations of migrants without legal status
3 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
World
🔮 fades ✗
Colombia’s new president Abelardo de la Espriella announces immigration crackdown
14 news sources are covering this World story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
◼ Archived
Entertainment
🔮 fades ✗
No One Trolls MAGA Better Than Kacey Musgraves
Country star Kacey Musgraves is sparking widespread backlash from MAGA supporters following a social media post regarding immigrants.
◼ Archived
Entertainment
🔮 fades ✓
Country singer Kacey Musgraves turns concert into plea for kids whose parents were deported 'unfairly'
Country star Kacey Musgraves is facing political backlash after using a Chicago concert to advocate for children of immigrants whose parents were deported.