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The latest Consular Magazine article is now live. It offers a great introduction to the author’s work in @businesshistory.bsky.social (@tandfresearch.bsky.social).
Why a post-WWII turf war still matters for consular affairs today: travel agencies, ICEM, and the birth of a migration industry
By Ioannis Limnios-Sekeris (Panteion University)
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December 27, 2025 at 11:35 AM
The latest Consular Magazine article is now live. It offers a great introduction to the author’s work in @businesshistory.bsky.social (@tandfresearch.bsky.social).
Discover this 2025 article on pre-travel advice in the UK context via @elsevierconnect.bsky.social and @rsph.bsky.social.
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December 26, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Discover this 2025 article on pre-travel advice in the UK context via @elsevierconnect.bsky.social and @rsph.bsky.social.
The Consular Newsletter (December 15-21, 2025) is now available. This week, Epstein photos reveal passports, while Lukashenko announces talks to reopen the U.S. embassy.
The Consular Newsletter (December 15-21, 2025)
This week, Epstein photos reveal passports, while Lukashenko announces talks to reopen the U.S. embassy.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The Consular Newsletter (December 15-21, 2025) is now available. This week, Epstein photos reveal passports, while Lukashenko announces talks to reopen the U.S. embassy.
December 24 is Libya's National Day. Please feel free to suggest updates: arcg.is/1TDPiy1
December 24, 2025 at 3:33 PM
December 24 is Libya's National Day. Please feel free to suggest updates: arcg.is/1TDPiy1
The latest Consular Magazine article is now live. “I haven’t written articles about the Old City of (…)”.
The American consulate building story in Tripoli’s Old City
By Malak Altaeb (Libyan Wanderer)
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December 24, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The latest Consular Magazine article is now live. “I haven’t written articles about the Old City of (…)”.
Google, Apple, and Microsoft warn some visa holders not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year. Source: @businessinsider.com.
Google and Apple are warning some visa employees not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year
The US State Department said it was "prioritizing thoroughly vetting" each visa case, which could cause delays.
www.businessinsider.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Google, Apple, and Microsoft warn some visa holders not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year. Source: @businessinsider.com.
India rejects Bangladeshi media claims of security threat near High Commission. Source:
India rejects Bangladeshi media claims of security threat near High Commission
India has strongly rejected reports published in sections of the Bangladeshi media that claimed New Delhi attempted to create a security situation during a protest outside the Bangladesh High Commissi...
myind.net
December 22, 2025 at 10:53 PM
India rejects Bangladeshi media claims of security threat near High Commission. Source:
Is the Diversity Visa a security risk? Source:
Is the Diversity Visa a Security Risk?
The Trump administration pauses an immigration program after deadly attacks by a visa lottery winner.
thedispatch.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Is the Diversity Visa a security risk? Source:
Eduardo Bolsonaro loses both Brazil passports amid court probe. Source: @bloomberg.com.
Eduardo Bolsonaro Loses Both Brazil Passports Amid Court Probe
Brazil’s former lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro, who moved to the US in March seeking White House support to avert the arrest of his father Jair Bolsonaro, has had both of his Brazilian passports canceled ...
www.bloomberg.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Eduardo Bolsonaro loses both Brazil passports amid court probe. Source: @bloomberg.com.
From truce in the trenches to cocktails at the consulate: how Christmas diplomacy seeks to exploit seasonal goodwill. Source: @theconversation.com. theconversation.com/from-truce-i...
From truce in the trenches to cocktails at the consulate: How Christmas diplomacy seeks to exploit seasonal goodwill
World leaders like to talk up peace at Christmastime. But alongside the tales of seasonal breaks in fighting are incidents of adversaries taking advantage of the season.
theconversation.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
From truce in the trenches to cocktails at the consulate: how Christmas diplomacy seeks to exploit seasonal goodwill. Source: @theconversation.com. theconversation.com/from-truce-i...
Discover this 2025 thesis on the sleep, stress, and wellbeing of passport officers via Zayed University.
Perceived Stress, Psychological Wellbeing, and Sleep Quality of Passport Control Officers
Research on the stress experienced by officers has identified several key findings that illustrate the diverse nature of their workplace stressors. Research specifically addressing the stressors encou...
zuscholars.zu.ac.ae
December 22, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Discover this 2025 thesis on the sleep, stress, and wellbeing of passport officers via Zayed University.
December 18 is Qatar's National Day. Please feel free to suggest updates: arcg.is/1TDPiy1
December 20, 2025 at 10:49 AM
December 18 is Qatar's National Day. Please feel free to suggest updates: arcg.is/1TDPiy1
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December 19, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Trump administration aims to strip more foreign-born Americans of citizenship. Source: @nytimes.com.
Trump Administration Aims to Strip More Foreign-Born Americans of Citizenship
www.nytimes.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Trump administration aims to strip more foreign-born Americans of citizenship. Source: @nytimes.com.
Russia confirms release of detained citizen in Iran. Source:
Russia Confirms Release of Detained Citizen in Iran - WANA
The Russian Embassy in Tehran has confirmed media reports regarding the release of a Russian citizen who had been detained in Iran.
wanaen.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Russia confirms release of detained citizen in Iran. Source:
The chaotic life of an immigration lawyer in Trump’s America: ‘some days you break down in tears’. Source: @theguardian.com.
The chaotic life of an immigration lawyer in Trump’s America: ‘Some days you break down in tears’
The Guardian followed immigration attorney Milli Atkinson as she pivoted from case to case – and tried to keep herself sane. This is what her typical day looks like
www.theguardian.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:57 AM
The chaotic life of an immigration lawyer in Trump’s America: ‘some days you break down in tears’. Source: @theguardian.com.
Inside push to expand voting rights of inmates, Kenyans in diaspora. Source: @nation-africa.bsky.social.
Inside push to expand voting rights of inmates, Kenyans in diaspora
The IEBC is currently developing an implementation plan to increase the number of registration centres worldwide.
nation.africa
December 19, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Inside push to expand voting rights of inmates, Kenyans in diaspora. Source: @nation-africa.bsky.social.
H-1B visa system faces fresh questions after ex-consular officer’s claims. Source:
H-1B Visa System Faces Fresh Questions After Ex-Consular Officer’s Claims - The420.in
A former U.S. diplomat alleges systemic H-1B visa fraud centered in India, raising questions about oversight, labor displacement and the future of America’s skilled-worker program.
the420.in
December 19, 2025 at 9:56 AM
H-1B visa system faces fresh questions after ex-consular officer’s claims. Source:
Afghanistan’s embassy in Norway resumes passport services in cooperation with the Taliban. Source:
Afghanistan’s embassy in Norway resumes passport services in cooperation with the Taliban – KabulNow
Afghanistan’s embassy in Norway resumes passport services in cooperation with the Taliban The Afghanistan Embassy in Norway has announced the resumption of passport issuance for Afghan citizens, follo...
kabulnow.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Afghanistan’s embassy in Norway resumes passport services in cooperation with the Taliban. Source:
Former FBI fugitive pleads guilty in 2010 U.S. Consulate murders in Juarez. Source:
Former FBI fugitive pleads guilty in 2010 U.S. Consulate murders in Juarez
A former FBI “Ten Most Wanted Fugitive” and leader of the El Paso/Juarez-based Bario Azteca gang pleaded guilty on Wewdnesday in federal court in El Paso for hi
kfoxtv.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Former FBI fugitive pleads guilty in 2010 U.S. Consulate murders in Juarez. Source:
How one consulate worker risked her freedom to save a triple amputee. Source: @sfstandard.com.
How one consulate worker risked her freedom to save a triple amputee
More immigrants are ending up in humanitarian crises with no safety net. Overworked social workers are sometimes their only saviors.
sfstandard.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:54 AM
How one consulate worker risked her freedom to save a triple amputee. Source: @sfstandard.com.
Epstein photos show island map, passports, 'Lolita' scrawled on skin. Source:
Epstein photos show island map, passports, 'Lolita' scrawled on skin
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released a new batch of photos from the Epstein estate on Dec. 18.
eu.usatoday.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Epstein photos show island map, passports, 'Lolita' scrawled on skin. Source:
Why I have to give Fortnite my passport to use Bluesky. Source: @spitfirenews.com.
December 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Why I have to give Fortnite my passport to use Bluesky. Source: @spitfirenews.com.
Trump admin. seeks to begin screening social media of foreign tourists from 42 visa waiver countries. Source: @abc7.bsky.social.
Trump admin. seeks to begin screening social media of foreign tourists from 42 visa waiver countries
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is proposing a rule requiring travelers from 42 visa-waiver countries to submit five to 10 years of social media history, email addresses, and phone numbers in order...
abc7.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Trump admin. seeks to begin screening social media of foreign tourists from 42 visa waiver countries. Source: @abc7.bsky.social.
New Somalia e-visa security flaw puts personal data of thousands at risk. Source: @aljazeera.com.
Personal data of thousands left exposed by new Somalia e-visa security flaw
Al Jazeera finds Somalia’s electronic visa website lacks proper security, allowing anyone to download sensitive data.
www.aljazeera.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
New Somalia e-visa security flaw puts personal data of thousands at risk. Source: @aljazeera.com.