Australian colleges have been advised not to attempt to manipulate student visas following a surge in last-minute enrolments for a cancelled diploma. Labor has also intensified efforts to curb education agents exploiting visa systems. Meanwhile, a 'golden ticket' residency loophole for international students has been revealed. MIT has paused work-study credit programs for international students. Australian colleges are worried about the surge in last-minute enrolments. Labor's efforts to curb education agents are being closely monitored. International students are concerned about the 'golden ticket' residency loophole. MIT's decision to pause work-study credit programs is a temporary measure.