US DHS Caps Certain Foreign Student Visas at Four Years from September 2026
Starting September 15, 2026, the US Department of Homeland Security caps F, J, and I visa durations at four years, replacing indefinite stays. Medical educators warn this may disrupt training and healthcare delivery.
Vietnam launches national tourism data ecosystem with ‘1+34+N’ model
Vietnam received over 12.2 million international visitors and generated 569 trillion VND in tourism revenue in H1 2026. The government launched a '1+34+N' data ecosystem to integrate fragmented tourism data nationwide.
Israeli Tourist Arrivals Double in June 2026, Cyprus Sees Mixed H1 Tourism Figures
Israeli tourist arrivals in Cyprus doubled in June 2026, reaching 80,343. Overall first-half arrivals in 2026 fell 10.1% from 2025 but rose 1.65% compared to 2024.
Armenia Hits Record 1.042 Million Tourists in First Half of 2026
Armenia recorded 1.042 million tourist visits in the first half of 2026, a 14.8% increase over 2025. The government aims for 2.2 million visitors by year-end, supported by expanded air links and marketing.
US Limits Foreign Student Visa Duration to Four Years Starting September 2026
The U.S. has ended the policy allowing indefinite stays for foreign students, capping F-1 and J-1 visas at four years starting September 2026. The change restricts program flexibility and requires extensions for longer study periods.
US Sanctions Cuba’s Tourism Ministry and State Firms July 2026
The US Department of the Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s Ministry of Tourism and two state-owned companies on July 13, 2026, with business contracts due to end by August 12. The sanctions follow a US oil blockade causing widespread electricity outages in Cuba and heightened security concerns raised by US officials.
Türkiye Ranks 4th in OECD Tourism Growth with 21% Rise in Foreign Arrivals
Türkiye ranked fourth among OECD countries in tourism growth from 2019 to 2025 with a 21% increase in foreign arrivals. Tourism revenues rose 6.8% to $65.23 billion in 2025.
US Sanctions Cuba Tourism Ministry and State-Owned Firms, Wind-Down by August 12
The US Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s Ministry of Tourism, GEMAR, and GECOMEX on July 13, 2026. Contract wind-down with these entities is required by August 12, 2026.
Greece, Italy, Malta Drive 5% Growth in European Tourism in First Half 2026
International tourist arrivals in Europe rose 5% in the first half of 2026, led by Greece, Italy, and Malta. Despite economic and geopolitical challenges, these countries promoted off-peak and sustainable tourism, boosting visitor expenditure and managing resource strain.
Central Visayas tourism declines in Q1 2026 despite major events
Central Visayas saw a 6% decline in tourist arrivals and a 14% drop in Cebu hotel occupancy in Q1 2026, while Bohol arrivals fell 59%. The region hosted major events including the Sinulog Festival and ASEAN Summit.
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1,331 U.S. Flights Delayed and 59 Canceled on November 7, 2026
FlightAware reported over 1,331 U.S. flight delays and 59 cancellations by 10 a.m. EST on November 7, 2026. The FAA cited thunderstorms and low clouds disrupting major airports including BOS, JFK, and CLT.
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