B.C. Accountant Settles U.S. SEC Fraud Case
A Burnaby accountant has agreed to a U.S. court settlement for his alleged role in pump-and-dump schemes that netted over $150 million. Read the details of the penalties and bans.
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Judge Upholds $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
A U.S. federal judge has upheld a controversial $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, a move that could significantly impact Canadian tech firms and professionals seeking opportunities south of the border.
U.S. Visa Bans Target EU's Breton Over Censorship Claims
The U.S. State Department imposes visa bans on a former EU commissioner and four others, accusing them of coercing American tech firms to censor content. Thierry Breton responds, 'Censorship isn’t where you think it is.'
Australia cancels visa of U.K. man in Nazi symbols case
Australia has revoked the visa of a British national facing charges for displaying Nazi symbols. The move underscores the country's firm stance against hate speech and extremist ideologies.
U.S. Bars Europeans for Alleged Censorship Pressure
The U.S. State Department has banned five European activists and officials, accusing them of leading campaigns to pressure American tech platforms into censoring U.S. viewpoints. Details on the policy and reactions.
Ottawa family facing deportation denied compensation funds
An Ottawa family of five faces deportation after a failed visa renewal. Despite a year-long review, they remain ineligible for government compensation, highlighting flaws in the immigration system. Learn their story.
Angels Settle with Tyler Skaggs' Family After Trial
The Los Angeles Angels settled a wrongful death lawsuit with Tyler Skaggs' family as jurors deliberated. The trial revealed details of drug use within the organization. Read the full story.
U of R Ukrainian student forced to pause studies over visa
A University of Regina student from Ukraine faces academic disruption as visa processing delays prevent him from writing final exams. Learn about the impact on international students.
$713M Settlement for Sask. First Nations Amalgamation
The federal government will pay $713 million to three Saskatchewan First Nations to resolve a historical grievance involving forced amalgamation. Learn the details of this landmark agreement.
Visa, Mastercard settle ATM fee lawsuit for $167.5M
Visa and Mastercard agree to a $167.5 million settlement over claims they conspired to keep ATM access fees high. Get the details on the class action lawsuit.
U.S. Suspends Green Card Lottery After University Attacks
The Trump administration suspends the Diversity Visa Program after the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the U.S. through the lottery. Details on the policy shift and its context.
Trump suspends visa lottery after Brown University shooting
President Trump suspends the diversity visa lottery program following revelations the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the U.S. through it. Details on the policy shift and the case.
Trump Suspends Green Card Lottery After Shooting Suspect Entry
President Trump suspends the U.S. green card lottery program following revelations the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the country through it. Details on the policy shift and investigation.
Trump Suspends Green Card Lottery After Shooting Suspect Entry
President Trump suspends the diversity visa lottery program following revelations the Brown University shooting suspect entered the U.S. through it. Details on the policy shift and its impact.
Red Barn Market Settles Lawsuit Over Secret Recordings
A Vancouver Island grocery chain settles a class-action lawsuit after a former assistant manager secretly recorded employees in a bathroom and posted the images online. Learn about the case and its resolution.
Claim Your Share of $70M TD Settlement Before Dec. 20
Canadians have until Dec. 20 to file a claim in the $70.25-million class-action settlement involving TD mutual funds and trailing commissions paid to discount brokers. Learn if you're eligible.
B.C. EV company pays $35K to settle securities violations
A Vancouver electric vehicle company has paid a $35,000 penalty to the B.C. Securities Commission to resolve regulatory violations. Learn the details of the settlement.
Trump's expanded travel ban hits Africa hardest
President Trump's latest travel restrictions focus heavily on African countries, sparking a muted international response. Get the full analysis on the policy's impact and global reaction.
Spain evicts migrants from huge informal settlement
Spanish police clear a large informal migrant settlement in Badalona near Barcelona, evicting hundreds. Details on the operation and its context.
Class-action settlement reached for 2015 Halifax crash landing
A multi-million dollar class-action settlement has been finalized for passengers of Air Canada Flight 624, which crash-landed in Halifax in 2015. Get the details on the resolution.
Trump adds Palestinian Authority, Syria to visa restriction list
U.S. President Donald Trump expands travel ban to 27 countries, including Palestinian Authority and Syria, citing compromised vetting abilities after recent conflicts. Details on the new restrictions.
U.S. Proposes Sweeping New Travel Rules for Visitors
New U.S. travel rules would require visitors from 42 visa waiver countries to submit five years of social media data and biometrics, drawing comparisons to historical voter suppression tactics. Read the full analysis.
San Diego Considers $30M Settlement in Police Shooting
San Diego officials are considering a $30 million settlement for the family of Konoa Wilson, a Black teen fatally shot by police in January 2025. The case has sparked significant debate over police use of force.
U.S. H-1B visa rules now consider social media posts
New U.S. visa guidance states that perceived online 'censorship' could be grounds for H-1B rejection, impacting tech workers. Learn about the policy shift and its potential consequences.
X fined $140M, TikTok settles in content rule crackdown
U.S. regulators impose a $140 million fine on X for breaching online content rules, while TikTok reaches a settlement with significant concessions. Get the full details on the tech crackdown.
B.C. man, company settle for $30K over misleading investors
A B.C. man and his company have agreed to a $30,000 settlement after the securities commission found they misled investors and obstructed justice. Get the details on the case.
U.S. Prioritizes Visas for World Cup, Olympics Fans
The U.S. announces a priority visa system for international fans attending major events like the World Cup and Olympics. Learn how this impacts travel planning.
$36M settlement approved in N.S. deaf schools class action
The Nova Scotia Supreme Court has approved a $36 million settlement for survivors of provincial deaf schools. The historic class action addresses decades of alleged neglect. Learn the details.
23andMe proposes $4.49M data breach settlement
A $4.49 million settlement has been proposed in a class-action lawsuit against 23andMe over a major data breach. The deal awaits court approval and could affect many Canadians.
B.C. grandparents appeal for granddaughter's Christmas visa
A Vancouver family is pleading with the Canadian government to reverse a visitor visa denial for their five-year-old adopted granddaughter, hoping for a Christmas reunion.
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