Refugee firefighters battle bushfires in Mauritania
Malian refugees in Mauritania volunteer as firefighters, battling deadly desert bushfires to protect host communities and fragile ecosystems. Discover their story of resilience.
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U.S. Aid Cuts Devastate Rohingya Children in Camps
Deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid have closed schools in Rohingya camps, forcing children into labour and early marriage. See the full impact.
Christmas Carol & Paddington Reboots: Refugee Tales for Today
New adaptations of Dickens' classic and Paddington's story resonate deeply with modern themes of displacement and compassion. Discover why these reboots are essential viewing.
UK refugee resettlement falls 26% as new routes promised
Home Office figures show a sharp drop in refugees settled via UN schemes. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pledges new legal routes amid criticism that safe pathways are 'disappearing'.
Hong Kong Fire Survivor's Harrowing Tale of Survival
A survivor of Hong Kong's deadly tower block fire recounts his terrifying ordeal, phoning loved ones to say goodbye as he believed death was imminent. Read his incredible story of survival.
Major Fire at Santa Lucia Hospital in Cartagena
A major fire has broken out at Santa Lucia hospital in Cartagena, Spain, with patients evacuated as flames spread across several floors. Follow for live updates.
Major fire at West London warehouse, fireworks suspected
A major incident was declared in Southall as 150 firefighters tackled a huge warehouse fire. Emergency services suspect fireworks were stored inside. Read the latest updates.
Labour's asylum plans threaten human rights protections
Labour's proposed asylum reforms would make support discretionary and force refugee returns, undermining Britain's legal obligations and moral commitments to human rights.
Syrian refugees flee Denmark over gender education fears
A Syrian refugee family makes the shocking decision to return to their war-torn homeland rather than risk their children being exposed to gender transition education in Danish schools, sparking intense debate about immigration and educational values.
Animal Rescue Callouts Surge for England's Firefighters
New data reveals dramatic increase in animal rescue operations by fire services, with crews responding to everything from trapped swans to stranded horses as charities struggle with funding cuts.
Trump Sets Record Low Refugee Cap at 7,500
The Trump administration has set the lowest refugee admissions cap in US history at just 7,500 places for 2021, marking an 85% reduction from Obama-era levels and sparking fierce debate about America's global humanitarian role.
Trump's refugee plan targets white South Africans
Exclusive: Donald Trump proposes unprecedented refugee restrictions specifically targeting white South Africans, sparking international condemnation and reigniting debates about immigration policy.
High Court blocks refugee eviction in policy challenge
A landmark High Court ruling has temporarily halted the eviction of a Sudanese refugee, challenging the Home Office's controversial 28-day move-on policy for newly recognised refugees.
Scottish fire engine freed after 15-month Israeli seizure
After a 15-month diplomatic standoff, a Scottish fire engine seized by Israeli authorities is set to be released and continue its humanitarian mission to Palestinian firefighters in the West Bank.
Mbera Camp: Aid Cuts Threaten 140,000 Refugees
Exclusive report from Mauritania's Mbera refugee camp reveals how drastic funding cuts are pushing 140,000 Malian refugees to the brink of survival, with food rations slashed and essential services collapsing.
UK refugee family reunion crisis leaves hundreds separated
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's restrictive family reunion rules are preventing hundreds of refugee families from reuniting, creating a hidden humanitarian crisis.
Sudanese refugee charged with murder in Cobblebank death
A quiet Melbourne suburb is reeling after Chol Acheik Dau, 32, was charged with murdering 28-year-old Akueng. The Sudanese refugee's alleged attack has sent shockwaves through the multicultural community.
Firefighters save dog with CPR in dramatic Pittsburgh rescue
A dramatic fire rescue in Pittsburgh saw firefighters save a family's dog from a devastating house fire, with the heroic crew performing CPR to revive the unresponsive pet.
Teen charged with refugee murder in Huddersfield stabbing
A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court charged with the murder of an Eritrean refugee in Huddersfield, as police continue their investigation into the fatal stabbing.
Fire at Canary Wharf migrant hotel - emergency response
Emergency services rushed to a major migrant accommodation facility in London's Canary Wharf district after reports of a significant fire breaking out, with multiple fire engines responding to the incident.
Ukrainian refugee cleans Westminster streets after fleeing war
A Ukrainian refugee who fled war-torn Kherson now works as a street cleaner in Westminster, sharing her powerful story of resilience and contribution to British society.
Beckenham Odeon Cinema Fire: Major Blaze Engulfs Building
Dramatic fire engulfs historic Odeon cinema in Beckenham as 70 firefighters battle massive blaze. Emergency services rush to scene amid road closures and safety warnings.
TikTok traders plunder Mauritania's meteorites
A new black market for meteorites, fuelled by TikTok and social media, is threatening scientific discovery in the Mauritanian desert as collectors and traders hunt for valuable space rocks.
First Asylum Seeker Removed to France in UK Deal
The Home Office has confirmed the first removal of an asylum seeker to France under a new reciprocal agreement, sparking immediate backlash from charities who label the scheme 'inhumane and unworkable'.
Braverman accused of 'dangerous' asylum policy risking vulnerable
Home Secretary Suella Braverman faces scathing criticism from charities and MPs over new asylum rules, accused of endangering vulnerable refugees and violating international law.
Charities: Scrap 28-Day Refugee Eviction Policy
A coalition of over 150 UK organisations is urging the government to scrap the policy that gives refugees just 28 days to find housing after gaining status, calling it a 'recipe for homelessness'.
Fake Good Samaritan Refugee Jailed for Sexual Assault
A Syrian refugee who cynically pretended to help a vulnerable, intoxicated woman has been sentenced to six years in prison for a brutal sexual assault in Manchester city centre.
Torture survivor's plea: Stop Rwanda asylum plan
Kolbassia Haoussou, a survivor of torture, delivers a powerful warning to the UK government that its Rwanda asylum plan risks re-traumatising vulnerable refugees and breaching international law.
Ukrainian refugee's UK status under review after crime confession
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee granted sanctuary in the UK, has been exposed in a viral video confessing to a past violent crime, sparking a major Home Office investigation and national debate.
Killer Ukrainian Refugee's Crime Family Ties Exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers how Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee granted sanctuary in Britain, was a key member of a brutal organised crime syndicate before murdering a pensioner in Leeds.
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