#fee increase

[lfdimmigration]

Increased Visa Application Fees: A Deeper Look

In a follow-up to our previous blog post, the White House is currently reviewing a rule to update visa application fees for the first time since 2016. The implications of this increase, particularly for companies seeking to sponsor workers for employment-based visas, are significant and deserve a closer look. Draft regulations released last year proposed an across-the-board fee increase of 40%.…

[captain-sunshine-11]

Y'know the thing with traumatized characters when they start growing out their hair to symbolize them healing?

That could apply to a lot of AFTG characters but the ones I personally thought applied the most was: Neil, Jean, and Kevin.

Neil, for the benefit furthering his looks from Nathan. Jean, because away from the controlling environment of the Nest (& Riko) it would be one of the first choices he could make with his appearance. And Kevin, because either embracing more feminine things or leaning into the headcanon of Kev having Native Roots on Wymack's side. Would be fun and cool.

[evelili]

opening comms for september! 7 slots available ^^

[frogeyedape]

I am so unbelievably pissed off. FUCK HOAs

Oh, my trash/recycling bin can't be visible except on pickup day? Ok whatever fine I hate you but I can deal with this

Weekly inspections?????? FU FU FU FU FU

SECOND NOTICE ALSO WE'RE CHARGING YOU MONEY TO SEND YOU CERTIFIED MAIL OF THIS TOTALLY LEGIT TOTALLY SECOND NOTICE OF WHAT IS ACTUALLY A VIOLATION cue me: checks notes. Hmm. My recycling bin was. on the curb. on recycling pickup day. You know. The day it has to be out. The day it is motherfucking ALLOWED TO BE FUCKING OUT AND VISIBLE.

so. 1) not a violation

I have sent them the trash AND recycling pickup schedules, which are DIFFERENT, btw

I have disputed the fact of the violation

I have disputed the linking of this "violation" to a previous violation MONTHS AGO--their "first notice" in this case was a "Courtesy Notice" LITERALLY 5 MONTHS AGO and they've done so many inspections since then and my bin CLEARLY WASN'T OUT IN THOSE INTERVENING MONTHS so WTMFH

So I am posting like a crazy person here instead of sending the absolutely deranged email I almost sent (I did send a slightly less deranged version with the disputes, and requesting a hearing)

OMG. It has been. Less than one hour since I learned this fun fun news. My bin was out YESTERDAY, y'all. YESTERDAY. I am going to blow a gasket

[dovesick]

eternity in fungi

[prettyflyshyguy]

HELLO, I've updated my stock post-Kaicon on my online shop and some items only have limited numbers left so get in quick if you wanted something but weren't able to make it (My primarily North American audience, my condolences.)

[meme-loving-stuck]

btw

[belle--ofthebrawl]

Lentil flatbread and ghost tickets for dinner for the next however long it takes to recover from this 💀

[v--nus]

some more of the well-known games on steam built in unity that may see astronomical price hikes, or they may just be removed from the store entirely, considering many are by small indie devs who can’t afford the ridiculous new fees:

- phasmophobia

- the long dark

- disco elysium

- outer wilds

- subnautica

- firewatch

- life is strange before the storm

- untitled goose game

[ivan-fyodorovich-k]

insiders in the entertainment industry have reported that thanks to advances in artificial intelligence and pitch-shifting algorithms, beginning in 2025 all voice actors in film, television, and video games will be replaced by a Chris Pratt simulator.

[brianskangs]

at this rate,,, im selling my kidneys.......... 🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠

[lfdimmigration]

USCIS Proposed Huge Fee Increases

Earlier this month USCIS issued a proposed rule increasing prices of filing fees for an assortment of employment-based and other applications. Before discussing the actual increases, it is essential to remember that, as of now, this is a PROPOSED rule, not a final rule. There will be a 60-day comment period, and then USCIS will have to review and process comments and then issue a final rule. All…

[bowithoutadaemon]

I had a conversation with my dad a few days ago about how we both (and also most others in our family) don't have many or even any friends.

And today I come across a queer book club happening like 10 minutes from my home. Where the organizers provide tea and snacks while everyone in the club reads their own books/listens to their own audiobooks and if people want they can talk about it but if you just wanna sit around silently and then go home again that's fine and still makes you a valued member of the book club.

I totally should go there next time they meet.

[trivialbob]

If I ever decide to quit my job with no notice, throw my laptop into the river, and not even think about being a little too young to retire or having a new job lined up...

It will be because I received yet another email from the guy who does a reply-all to most group emails.

Manager: “Everybody, just had to let you know that this project...”

The Guy: “ Wow! Awesome. Hey, thanks for letting us know.”

HR Rep: “I want to let you know about a new required training class...”

The Guy: “Oh thanks. I’ll get on this right away.”

[allycat75]

Oh X-mas greed, oh X-mas greed! How nauseatingly dreadful is your "intellectual" property! 🌲🎅

PS- I thought you said you love Christmas, BDF. Then again, you also said you "love, love", but that didn't stop you from fake marrying an antisemetic, racist, fatshaming, childish, vacuous, arrogant, entitled, lazy clout chaser. Are you sure you know what that word means?

[lyncotek]

Introduction

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Understanding the Diversity of Commercial Outdoor Entrance Mats

There are numerous types of business outdoor entrance mats, each made to fit unique situations and necessities. Options starting from absorbent mats that take in moisture to scraper mats that successfully dispose of debris from footwear are to be had to meet any need. Aesthetic choices, weather, and foot traffic quantity are only a few of the factors to recollect even as choosing the correct mat.

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Over time, you may store quite a little cash on protection by investing in great outdoor front mats. These mats protect indoor flooring surfaces from dust and moisture at the entrance, increasing their durability and decreasing the want for common cleaning. By doing this, exertion fees are decreased and the demand for expensive cleaning resources and gear is reduced as nicely.

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Conclusion

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