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Afghan Women Refugees: Football's Healing Power

Exclusive: Afghan women refugees reveal how football transformed their lives, providing purpose and community after fleeing Taliban rule. Their inspiring journey from trauma to triumph.

NC Mother Stabbed by Ukrainian Refugee She Hosted

A North Carolina mother is fighting for her life after a brutal stabbing allegedly by a Ukrainian refugee she had welcomed into her home. The community is reeling from the attack that raises questions about refugee support systems.

Trump Reacts to Ukrainian Refugee Murder in Germany

Former President Donald Trump has reacted with fury to the murder of a 20-year-old woman in Germany, allegedly by an Iraqi migrant. He used the tragedy to call for mass deportations and to criticise the Biden administration's border policies.

Aylan Kurdi: 10 Years On, Europe's Migrant Crisis Continues

A decade after three-year-old Aylan Kurdi's body washed ashore in Turkey, shocking the world, thousands still perish attempting to reach Europe. This in-depth report examines the ongoing migrant crisis, the EU's failed policies, and the human cost of inac

Aylan Kurdi: The Legacy of a Tragedy That Shook the World

Nine years after the death of three-year-old Aylan Kurdi, his photograph remains a powerful symbol of the human cost of failed asylum policies. This editorial examines the enduring legacy of a tragedy that shook the world.

Cooper Condemns UK's 'Cruel' Refugee Visa System

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemns the UK's failing refugee family reunion visa system, citing British Red Cross data showing a 70% rejection spike, tearing vulnerable families apart.

Charities condemn linking asylum seekers to sexual abuse

Leading women's and refugee charities issue a joint statement warning against conflating immigration with violence against women, calling for evidence-based policy and an end to inflammatory language that puts vulnerable groups at risk.

Cooper accused of pushing children to smugglers with scheme halt

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces a blistering attack from charities and political opponents after abruptly terminating a key refugee resettlement programme, with critics warning the move risks pushing vulnerable children towards dangerous Channel crossi

Theatres as Refugee Sanctuaries: Labour's New Proposal

Labour's Pat McFadden calls for a radical new scheme to house asylum seekers in UK theatre spaces, criticising the government's costly hotel policy and sparking a debate on arts funding and the refugee crisis.

Refugee Rough Sleeping Surges 42% Ahead of UK Winter

Leading UK charities warn of a dramatic surge in refugees forced to sleep rough this winter. New data reveals a 42% increase in homelessness among asylum seekers, with urgent calls for government action to prevent a humanitarian crisis.

Ukrainian refugee finds love with UK granddad after fleeing war

A heartwarming story emerges from the UK as a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee finds unexpected love with a 46-year-old British man who offered her shelter. The couple, now engaged, share their journey from war-torn Ukraine to a new life and love in Britain.

Ukrainian refugee charged with NC stabbing

Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian national who fled the war, is in custody after a violent altercation in North Carolina left a man with multiple stab wounds. The shocking incident has raised questions about her background and the circumstances that led to the

2015 Refugee Crisis: How Europe Was Transformed in a Decade

An in-depth analysis of how the mass arrival of over one million migrants in 2015 fundamentally altered European politics, fuelled populist movements, and triggered a dramatic shift in immigration policies across the continent.

High Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful

The High Court has delivered a scathing verdict against the Home Office, ruling its policy of evicting asylum seekers from hotels without adequate notice as unlawful. The judgment, a major victory for refugee charities, exposes a 'serious failing' in the

Glasgow's £110m refugee policy crisis

Glasgow City Council faces a staggering £110 million budget shortfall as its generous refugee support policy backfires, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill.

UK refugee detention risks harming torture survivors

A leading human rights organisation warns that the UK government's plans for large-scale refugee detention could severely harm survivors of torture, exacerbating their trauma and violating international protections.

UK may force homeowners to house asylum seekers

Ministers are reportedly exploring controversial plans to compel British households to accommodate asylum seekers, mirroring policies in France. Critics warn of legal and logistical hurdles.

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