Back in my flying days I noted the Concorde at a few domestic airports and often wondered how the flight would be. I was told it was loud and fast but never indulged myself othe aircraft.

Far be it from me to race around during domestic flights. I was sad to find the airplane being taken out of but it seems that supersonic transports were impractical from the standpoint of having a cadre of regular paying customers who both sought and could afford the luxury. Fuel costs in these days would likely have been increasingly cost preventative.
 

With a sonic boom as it traveled through the atmosphere at supersonic speed, the Concorde, a commercial aircraft built with funding from the British and French governments, began regular service on this day in 1976. The Concorde operated its final commercial flight on October 24, 2003 (with British Airways), followed by its absolute final ferry flight to Bristol Filton Airport on November 26, 2003.
 

When I was a child at Argagona Village in Virginia Beach my sister pursued ballet.

I was amazed at the flexibility she attained during those days and have often wondered how it may have progressed had she pursued it beyond those few years she indulged it.

Today is World Ballet Day.

It is an annual observance since 2015 and is hosted by various ballet companies who pick the day in October it will be held.

It is a day to enjoy and learn about this dance form from an international perspective as presented by the Royal Opera House in London, participating companies include The Australian Ballet, Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Ballet, The National Ballet of Canada, San Francisco Ballet, and Royal Swedish Ballet. It should not be confused with the related observance, National Ballet Day, which is celebrated each February 7.

Events presented by the various companies are streamed on the internet and are free to watch.
 

Step-by-Step Legal Immigration Process

1. Determine Your Eligibility Category

Common categories include:

    Family-based immigration (Form I‑130)     Employment-based immigration (Form I‑140)     Investor immigration (Form I‑526)     Humanitarian programs (asylum, refugee status)     Special immigrant categories (Form I‑360)      rules differ by category.
2. File the Immigrant Petition

Usually, a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or employer must file a petition on your behalf. Examples:

    Form I‑130 – Petition for Alien Relative
    Form I‑140 – Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker
    Form I‑360 – Special Immigrant Petition
    Form I‑526 – Investor Petition

USCIS reviews and decides the petition. If denied, the notice explains reasons and appeal options.

3. Wait for Visa Availability

Most categories require a visa to be available before you can proceed. Visa availability depends on:

    Priority dates
    Annual visa caps
    Category-specific limits
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4. Choose Your Processing Path

Your next step depends on where you are located:
A. Adjustment of Status (Inside the U.S.)

File Form I‑485 after your petition is approved and a visa is available. This allows you to become a permanent resident without leaving the U.S. B. Consular Processing (Outside the U.S.)

Complete your immigrant visa application at a U.S. consulate abroad. Once approved, you enter the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident.
5. Complete Required Supporting Steps

Depending on your category, you may need:

    Medical examination
    Affidavit of Support (financial sponsorship)
    Biometrics appointment
    Interview at USCIS or a U.S. consulate

6. Receive Your Green Card

Once approved, you become a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR). After 3–5 years of residency, you may be eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship.

Summary

Legal immigration to the U.S. requires eligibility under a specific category, an approved petition, visa availability, and completion of either Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing. This structured process ensures compliance with U.S. immigration law and leads to lawful permanent residence.