A federal judge in Washington ruled that President Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B workers was within his authority under the Immigration and Nationality Act, rejecting the US Chamber of Commerce's challenge that the fee exceeded legal limits and violated procedures.
Starting in September, HBO Max will enforce an $8 monthly fee for users sharing accounts outside their household, as part of Warner Brothers Discovery's crackdown on password sharing, following similar moves by Netflix and Disney+.
Travelers to the US will soon need to pay a $250 'visa integrity fee' when obtaining nonimmigrant visas, with details on implementation and reimbursement still unclear. The fee, which is in addition to existing visa costs, aims to enhance immigration system integrity but may impact leisure and business travelers, especially during major events like the 2026 World Cup and US 250th anniversary celebrations.
Nigel Farage defended his £1.5 million fee for appearing on I'm A Celebrity, stating that the money was a motivator for him signing up. He also admitted that the first thing he did after leaving the show was to have a pint, as he missed drinking while in the jungle. Farage enjoyed a pint of Guinness with locals at a pub in Queensland. He also discussed his comments about wanting airtime on the show and dismissed comparisons to fellow politician Matt Hancock. Farage was greeted by his girlfriend Laure Ferrari after finishing in third place on the show.
A restaurant in Georgia, Toccoa Riverside Restaurant, is facing criticism for implementing a "bad parenting" fee for adults who bring poorly behaved children to the establishment. The fee was revealed on the restaurant's menu and has sparked outrage among customers. Some patrons have shared negative experiences, including being publicly shamed by the owner for their children's behavior. The restaurant has not responded to requests for comment.
Chelsea and AC Milan have agreed on a transfer fee, believed to be around £20m, for winger Christian Pulisic. The American had received interest from Lyon but was focused on a move to Milan. Personal terms have already been agreed, and a medical is scheduled. Pulisic joined Chelsea in 2019 but has struggled with form and fitness. He enjoyed a strong post-lockdown period last season and will hope to continue that form with Milan.