Spain eases visa rules to draw foreign students barred from US by Trump
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Spain has approved expedited university access for foreign students barred from the US due to visa suspensions under President Trump's administration. These students can transfer their studies to Spain, with visas allowing part-time work. This move comes as Trump clashes with US universities, prompting Spain to increase research grants and encourage immigration, contrasting with Trump's restrictive policies.

Malaysia, Philippines, Palau top travel searches from India with visa-free entry
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Indian travellers are increasingly heading to Southeast Asia, as countries like Malaysia, the Philippines, Palau, and Sri Lanka ease visa restrictions. New data from Agoda shows a sharp rise in accommodation searches from India, particularly to destinations that recently introduced visa-free access. Malaysia, Palau and the Philippines have seen double-digit increases, indicating how policy changes are shaping regional travel trends.