Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is celebrated every year in June. Members throughout the country conduct pride events, like raising of the gay pride flag. June was chosen in order to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots that erupted in Manhattan. These riots occurred early in the morning on June 28, […]

The U.S., a nation that is the envy of the world, was created by immigrants who came from different parts of the world. Many came here to enjoy the freedom offered by the land. They have also made contributions to the country that offered them freedom and better lives. Many immigrants have also fought for

Every year Americans observe Memorial Day on the last Monday of May. This year the day falls on May 25th. Memorial Day was established with an aim of remembering and honoring soldiers who died in the Civil War. New York was the first American state to observe this day. It was only in 1890 that

Millions of immigrants come to the U.S. every year on immigrant visas. They come here believing that they will get a better life. Those who have relatives in the U.S. can immigrate based on family sponsorship. Those who get jobs in the U.S. can immigrate if their employers sponsor them for green cards. Likewise, there

An earthquake known as the Gorkha, hit Nepal on April 25, 2015. In the wake of Nepal’s devastating earthquake, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced some immigration relief measure for those affected. Affected Nepali nationals can apply to extend their nonimmigrant visa stay in the U.S. Their requests for change in non-immigrant status

U.S. citizenship is a highly desired status, the ultimate goal of many immigrants. However, immigrating to the U.S. is not so easy. It is also a time consuming process. U.S. citizenship confers more benefits than a green card. The following are some of the benefits of citizenship benefits: U.S. citizens will not be deported from

The U.S. is one of the most welcoming countries for immigrants, with the most progressive immigration policies. It allows citizens of foreign countries to become permanent residents of the country. There are different ways through which a foreigner can become a legal resident. For example, a foreign national can gain a U.S. green card based

Millions of immigrants reside in the U.S. Most foreigners immigrate to America to work here. However, many come here to reunite with their family members who have settled here. Though the country is made up of immigrants, many are against immigration and immigrants. Here are some notable immigrant Americans born in April who have contributed

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) encourages the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients to submit requests for renewal of DACA 150 to 120 days before their current DACA could expire. Undocumented youth living here under DACA will need to remember that their temporary legal status and their work permits will expire if they