More than 10,700 U.S. flights were delayed on July 17, 2026 due to smoke from over 900 Canadian wildfires. The hazardous air quality affected millions and disrupted airspace across the Midwest, Great Lakes, and East Coast.
The UAE government clarified the rules for its five-year multiple-entry tourist visa in July 2026. The update helps travelers and agents understand eligibility and visa conditions.
The US Department of Homeland Security has reduced foreign journalist visas to 240 days and Chinese journalists' visas to 90 days. The rule ends indefinite stays under the 'duration of status' system.