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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Licenses for undocumented foreigners in Illinois: the change from TVDL to standard permit

Illinois is changing its Temporary Visitor Driver's License (TVDL) to a standard driver's license, allowing undocumented residents to obtain an official ID starting in 2024.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Foreigners assessed the upcoming national 'Eurovision' final: one performer could win the competition

Inspectors from various countries have evaluated Lithuania's potential representatives for the Eurovision competition, highlighting performances and rankings.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Birth rate declines for the 10th consecutive year, expected to hit 705,000 in 2025 including foreigners

Japan's birth rate is expected to fall to 705,809 in 2025, marking a decade of decline and a record low due to ongoing depopulation issues.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

One Step Helped Kateryna to Get the Dream Job: This is How She Stands Out from Many Foreigners

A Ukrainian woman, Kateryna Opryshko, has found peace and a fulfilling job in Kaunas, Lithuania, deciding not to return to Ukraine.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

The Swedish government will deport more convicted foreigners

Sweden's government plans to implement stricter deportation laws for convicted non-citizens, proposing automatic expulsion for prison sentences.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The government ensures at the last minute that deported foreigners do not receive food vouchers

The Danish government is amending a food voucher proposal to prevent deported immigrants from receiving these benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The growth of employment in Finland has relied on foreigners throughout the 2020s, a collapse in Finnish employment

A report discusses how the growth in Finnish employment during the 2020s has predominantly depended on foreign workers, highlighting the challenges faced by Finnish employees.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Trump's New Strategy: Claims Tariffs are Replacing Income Tax Paid by Foreigners

President Donald Trump, in his first annual State of the Union address of his second term, asserts that tariffs serve as a substitute for income taxes paid by foreigners after the Supreme Court ruled against certain tariffs.

Feb 25 โ€ข 02:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news about the green card: how the program to collect biometric data from all foreigners works

The U.S. government is implementing a new, comprehensive biometric data collection system for all foreigners, aiming for heightened security and streamlined immigration procedures.

Feb 24 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Coast Guard: 40 foreigners located in Farmakonisi

The Greek Coast Guard located 40 foreigners on the island of Farmakonisi, comprising 24 men, 13 women, and 3 minors, who were subsequently transported to Leros for temporary accommodation.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Sรกnchez has expelled nearly 21,000 irregular foreigners since 2019, less than 7% of those who arrived during this period

The Spanish government has expelled about 21,000 irregular immigrants since 2019, a figure representing less than 7% of those who arrived in the same timeframe.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

RJ has the best January in history for international tourism with 289,000 foreigners

Rio de Janeiro recorded a historic peak in international tourism for January 2026, welcoming 289,255 foreign visitors, a 17% increase from the previous year.

Feb 23 โ€ข 22:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

About 600 foreigners sign contracts with Ukrainian defence forces monthly

Approximately 600 foreign soldiers contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces each month, according to a military official.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Valdas Benkunskas calls for legislation to restrict performances by artists performing in Russia and Belarus

The mayor of Vilnius proposes changing the law to prevent foreigners from performing in Russia and Belarus following the invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Language Inspection Received About 60 Complaints in Two Months Regarding Foreigners Who Do Not Speak Lithuanian

Lithuania's Language Inspection reports receiving around 60 complaints in two months about service providers who do not speak Lithuanian, emphasizing the need for public involvement.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

This year there were about 60 complaints regarding foreigners providing services in a non-state language

Complaints about foreigners not speaking Lithuanian while providing services have increased, with many focusing on areas such as courier, transportation, and personal care services.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The immigration rule from USCIS that could prevent thousands of foreigners in the U.S. from adjusting their status in 2026

A new immigration rule from USCIS may complicate the status adjustment process for thousands of foreigners in the U.S. by 2026 due to restrictions on nationals from certain countries.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Sweden Offers You an Island โ€“ But There's a Catch

Sweden's Visit Sweden organization is promoting a unique campaign that gives five foreigners the chance to use a Swedish island for one year, but they won't own the island.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The new record of state debt and what Epstein had in his archive: "Spain depends on the kindness of foreigners"

This article discusses Spain's increasing state debt and its reliance on foreign investors as highlighted by connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 22 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expansion of Pre-Entry Screening for Foreigners: Permanent Residency Fee Increased from 10,000 to 200,000 Yen

Japan is expanding its electronic travel authorization system, JESTA, to include more foreign travelers while significantly raising fees for permanent residency applications.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Child of foreigners

The article discusses the importance of quality education for children of immigrants to facilitate their integration into society.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Calculation error led to incorrect answer regarding the percentage of accused foreigners

An error in calculations resulted in misinformation about the proportion of foreigners facing charges in Iceland.

Feb 21 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

FLASHBACK: Dan Rather warned in 1995 of Americans being 'replaced by foreigners' in CBS immigration special

A resurfaced CBS special from 1995 highlights Dan Ratherโ€™s warning about the dangers of mass immigration, amid ongoing debates about immigration policy in the U.S.

Feb 20 โ€ข 22:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Which foreigners most often commit crimes in Poland? Three groups stand out

The number of crimes committed by foreigners in Poland has significantly increased, with particular attention on the rising number of Colombian suspects.

Feb 20 โ€ข 19:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Lacking Qualifications: More and More Young Foreigners Work Without Training

In Hesse, the number of young workers without vocational or academic qualifications is increasing, with a significant portion being foreigners who may have had training in their home countries.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Discussion Begins at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on the Employment of Foreign Workers: Considering an 'Orderly Symbiotic Society'

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan has commenced discussions on the employment of foreign workers, in line with the government's vision of creating an 'orderly symbiotic society' with foreigners, focusing on preventing illegal work and reviewing rules for employers.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Entry to Latvia Denied to Three Foreigners Due to Security Concerns

Entry to Latvia has been denied to three foreign nationals from Moldova, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan due to security concerns, as reported by the State Border Guard.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Record Increase in Crime by Foreigners, Colombians Lead. Findings from 'Rzeczpospolita'

The article discusses a significant rise in crime among foreigners in Poland, particularly highlighting Colombians as the leading group involved.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Avalanche increase. A group from South America is increasingly committing crimes in Poland. Findings of 'Rzeczpospolita'

The article discusses the rising crime rates among Colombian immigrants in Poland, exploring factors contributing to this trend, along with comparisons to crimes committed by other foreign nationals such as Ukrainians and Georgians.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Polish president ends special refugee support system for Ukrainians, shifts assistance to general foreigner protections

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has transitioned specific support for Ukrainian refugees to a general foreigner protection framework.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

PMLP modernizes the register of deported foreigners

The Citizenship and Migration Affairs Office (PMLP) in Latvia is modernizing its register of deported foreigners as part of an EU project to comply with the new EU Migration and Asylum Pact requirements.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Turn in the Case of the Brawl in Front of the Casino in Cheb: The Elder of the Foreigners Faces Up to 20 Years for Attempted Murder

A serious incident involving a fight outside a casino in Cheb has escalated to attempted murder charges against an older foreign suspect.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The number of foreigners in Lapland has doubled - but the development is still slower than in the rest of the country

The proportion of foreign nationals living in Lapland has more than doubled over the past decade, but remains below the national average for Finland.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Cercle d'Economia calls for selective immigration policy, with less volume and more qualification

The Cercle d'Economia advocates for urgent changes in Spain's immigration policy to manage the influx of foreigners while prioritizing skilled talent amidst economic needs.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Bounty for Reporting Illegal Employment of Foreigners Established in Ibaraki Prefecture: Concerns of Promoting Discrimination

Ibaraki Prefecture plans to introduce a bounty system for reporting illegal employment of foreigners, raising concerns about potential discrimination.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

2.58 Crore Tourists Arrive in Kerala in 2025, Foreigners Enamored by This City

Kerala's tourism sector experienced a historic boost in 2025, with a record 2.58 crore tourists visiting the state, marking a significant increase from the previous year.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Georgia, two foreigners were caught trying to illegally purchase nuclear materials

Two foreign nationals were arrested in Georgia for attempting to illegally buy nuclear materials, including uranium and cesium-137 isotopes, valued at approximately 2.5 million euros.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Attention Migrants of Florida: The Tech Company that Helps ICE Detain Foreigners is Moving to Miami

Palantir Technologies has announced its move from Denver to Miami, raising concern from Colorado officials due to its involvement with ICE.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cases of Foreign Residents Being Refused Tenancy in Japan: 'It's Unfair to Generalize by Nationality'

Foreign residents in Japan continue to face challenges in finding housing, often being rejected by landlords based on nationality, leading to concerns about rising xenophobia and calls for better coexistence.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Border Guards Massively Control and Send Back Foreigners

The Polish Border Guards have intensified checks on foreigners, resulting in nearly 600 individuals having their residency legality verified and over 30 being ordered to leave the country immediately.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

A new requirement for foreigners sparked passions: "And now you speak Lithuanian, understood?"

A new mandate requiring foreigners to provide services in Lithuanian has caused various complications and sparked public debate in Lithuania.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Metnar wants to lower the age of criminal responsibility and increase penalties for foreigners

Czech Interior Minister Metnar is proposing changes to the age of criminal responsibility and tougher penalties for foreigners.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Foreigners recognize me and praise me, boasts Russian Olympian Gumennik

Russian Olympian Gumennik shares his experiences of being recognized and praised by foreigners.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

IRS in Los Angeles: What the Law Says About Immigrant Taxes in February 2026

The article outlines the tax obligations of immigrants in California, emphasizing that all foreigners, regardless of their immigration status, must pay taxes to the IRS.

Feb 18 โ€ข 02:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

I'm here for a scrub... The spread of 'K-Dive' tourism among foreigners

Foreign tourists are shifting their travel experiences in South Korea from merely visiting attractions to directly engaging with the daily lives of Koreans through experiences classified as 'K-Dive'.

Feb 16 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Tsukuba University Faculty Member Posts Discriminatory Comments About Foreigners; University Apologizes on Website and Proceeds with Investigation

A faculty member from Tsukuba University has made discriminatory remarks about foreigners on social media, prompting the university to issue an apology and launch an investigation.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Lrytas announces 'Month of Lithuanian-ness': this time the focus is on foreigners who fell in love with and learned the Lithuanian language

Lrytas is celebrating a 'Month of Lithuanian-ness' that highlights foreigners who have embraced and learned the Lithuanian language despite the challenge of achieving a native-like accent.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

In a small Austrian town, over 70% of social aid recipients are foreigners

In St. Pรถlten, Austria, a significant percentage of social assistance recipients, primarily Syrians and Afghans, are raising concerns about the demographic impact on social services.

Feb 14 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why Do Famous Foreigners Keep Landing in Brazil?

The article discusses the ongoing influx of international celebrities attending Brazilian events, particularly Carnival, and explores the cultural and political factors that contribute to this phenomenon.

Feb 14 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Sarajevo Safari: The Rich Pay to Shoot Civilians

A report reveals that wealthy foreigners paid large sums to engage in sniper activities against civilians during the siege of Sarajevo in the 1990s.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:33 UTC

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