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UK’s Covid Travel Restrictions Are Back

Closely following behind the US, Italy, and several other nations, the United Kingdom will also impose new restrictions for passengers arriving from China as “precautionary measures” due to a lack of health information from the country. Since China abandoned its “zero Covid” policy, the virus has spread extremely fast throughout the country.  The UK government…
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These Are The World’s Most Expensive Cities To Live In 2022

As the year comes to a close, we look at the world’s most expensive cities to live in in 2022. The cost of living in a city can vary greatly depending on a variety of factors, including the local economy, the housing market, and the availability of goods and services. Some cities are known for…
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Hong Kong Ends Contact Tracing

After more than two years of strict pandemic rules, arrivals to Hong Kong will be allowed to move around the city freely if they test negative for coronavirus. Hong Kong has announced it will scrap some remaining restrictions on travellers and end contact tracing after Beijing shifted away from its rigid zero-Covid stance. Previously, travellers…
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US State Department Addressed Excessive US Visa Waiting Time

At a briefing, the US Department of State responded to criticism that wait times have been too long and have harmed workers, families, and companies.  The delays for visa applications have gone up due to reduced workforce and coronavirus-related restrictions in operations since March 2020. The US department cited data showing improvement stating that “The…
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UK-India Young Professionals Scheme: 3,000 Visas Per Year

The UK government has approved 3,000 visas for young Indian professionals to work in the UK every year. Under the UK-India Young Professionals Scheme, the UK will offer 3,000 places to 18-30-year-old degree-holder Indian nationals to come to the UK to live and work for two years.  The UK Prime Minister’s Office tweeted, “Today the…
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