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The US Department of Homeland Security cut visa lengths for foreign journalists from five years to 240 days, with Chinese journalists limited to 90 days. The old indefinite stay policy has been abolished, citing national security risks and immigration fraud concerns.

The US government finalized a rule capping foreign student visa stays at four years. The policy takes effect in July 2026 and limits visa durations for international students.

United Airlines cancelled more than 2,000 flights on July 20, 2026, following a nationwide technology outage. The outage led to ground stops and delays affecting multiple U.S. airports.