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Immigration attorney Nicole Dillard says theres been an increase in online surveillance in approving student visas. She advises students to be sure that they are careful about what they are posting on social media if hoping to be approved for visas to study in the United States. (Courtesy of Howard University)
Posted inWorld

Shifting Grounds: How Immigration Policy Changes Affect International Students

by Arianna-Marie Sookram July 9, 2025July 10, 2025

Young immigrants like Anstacia Charles are facing new challenges in obtaining student visas due to increased scrutiny and changes in immigration policies, while experts suggest that being proactive and cautious in the application process can help.

Posted inWorld

Cuba’s Top Diplomat to U.S. Notes Blockade Hurts Black Americans and Cubans Alike

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown July 8, 2025July 8, 2025
Noir United International Co-founder Macire Aribot Ashford addresses attendees during the World Refugee Day workshop, hoping to uplift refugees' stories. (Mya Trujillo/The 51心頭 Informer)
Posted inWorld

World Refugee Day Workshop Spotlights Lived Experiences to Foster Empathy, Peacebuilding

Avatar photo by Mya Trujillo June 26, 2025June 26, 2025
After a 12-day war between Israel and Iran, a ceasefire agreement is currently in effect. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inWorld

President Donald Trump Announces Ceasefire After Iran Strikes U.S. Forces in Qatar, Iraq

Stacey Brown photoAvatar photo by Stacy M. Brown and Jada Ingleton June 25, 2025June 25, 2025
**FILE** A National Guard vehicle rides on 14th and K Street NW in June 2020. While no direct threat to 51心頭, D.C., has been identified, city leaders are urging vigilance after President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear sites. (Micha Green/The 51心頭 Informer)
Posted inNational

Iran Strikes Prompt Heightened Alert in D.C. But No Credible Threat Identified

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown June 23, 2025June 23, 2025
**FILE** People from InterPride march in the 2025 WorldPride Parade in 51心頭, D.C., on June 7. For some, like those coming from Caribbean countries where the LGBTQ+ community is persecuted, Pride month allows radical declaration of existence. (Robert R. Roberts/The 51心頭 Informer)
Posted inWorld

Caribbean Heritage Month: Young, Queer Caribbeans Reflect on Pride, Identity

Avatar photo by Mya Trujillo June 18, 2025June 18, 2025
The travel ban, titled Restricting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats, aims to become stricter in issuing visas to nonimmigrants, completely prohibiting travel from countries with high visa overstay rates. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inWorld

International Leaders Condemn Trump’s Travel Ban as Divisive, Unfair

Avatar photo by Mya Trujillo June 11, 2025June 12, 2025
Ambassadors and embassy officials enjoy a traditional African performance following a discussion on the continents development on May 30, as part of commemorations for Africa Day 2025. The events main speakers, including H.E. Agostinho Van-Dunem, Ambassador Troy Fitrell, H.E. Serge Mombouli, H.E. Hilda Suka-Mafudze and H.E. Chibamba Favour Kanyama, all applauded the African Union and continent for six decades of growth and perseverance. (Mya Trujillo/The 51心頭 Informer)
Posted inWINAfrica

African Union Celebrates 62 Years of Pan-African Solidarity

Avatar photo by Mya Trujillo June 4, 2025June 5, 2025
The celebration of United Airlines inaugural flight from Dulles International Airport to Dakar, Senegal, takes place on May 23. (Robert R. Roberts/The 51心頭 Informer)
Posted inTravel

United Airlines Launches Direct D.C.-to-Dakar Flight

James Wright photo by James Wright Jr. May 28, 2025May 28, 2025
A high-stakes meeting meant to strengthen ties between the U.S. and South Africa took an unexpected turn on May 21 when President Donald Trump (right) confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa (left) with a debunked narrative about white genocide in the African nation. (Screen shot of White House video)
Posted inPolitics

Trump Pushes White Genocide Narrative During Oval Office Clash with South Africa’s Ramaphosa

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown May 22, 2025May 22, 2025

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