Newsletter 01-02/2003

Dear Reader, We hope you had a good start into the new year. Most of us are now facing a long time of waiting, since the first green card lottery winners probably won't be determined before May. We would like to make this... More

*Curious America?* The US are planning to expand the data collection system for aliens arriving by plane. On the basis of the Advanced Passenger Information System and the Enhanced Border Security and Visa Reform Act in effect since May 14, 2002, airlines have to... More

*Calories lawsuit *Ever since US teenager sued McDonald's because of their obesity a few months ago, the entire fast food sector is shaking. Now they can calm down again for now - a US federal judge has dismissed a case like this on January... More

To understand each US government's motives to get involved in many regions throughout the world, it is worth having a look at the culture of this most fascinating and at the same time most controversial country. However, that probably only works if you know... More

The Trainee status (job training) is possible for two very different groups of people. (1) Special education programs for the education of children with physical, mental or emotional disabilities (2) Programs for politics and business e.g. in the fields of finance, administration, industry and communication.... More

*Special features* Even though everything seems more international today, there are still different requirements for applications, especially resumes, in different countries. In the US, for example, the resume has a completely different meaning than it has in Germany. In the US, the applicant has to... More

*Germany in the US internet * If you are looking for a job in the US or would like to set up a branch there, here you will find information about this. Addresses of all Chambers of Commerce Abroad, information about the country, the... More