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Transgender neo-Nazi wins women's prison transfer case

A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.

Widower's plea to bring wife's ashes home from Spain

A grieving widower faces a bureaucratic nightmare as he struggles to repatriate his late wife's ashes from Spain to the UK, highlighting the emotional toll of international bereavement procedures.

Cambodia, Thailand to repatriate nationals from Malaysia

Cambodia and Thailand are set to bring back their citizens detained in Malaysia following a major human trafficking operation. The move highlights ongoing regional efforts to combat illegal migration and exploitation.

Solar farm plan sparks heritage row in Lincolnshire

A proposed solar farm in Lincolnshire has ignited local fury as it threatens to overshadow a historic pilgrimage route and a WWII prisoner-of-war camp. Residents and historians are up in arms over the potential loss of heritage.

Germany returns looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Germany has officially returned 20 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a pivotal moment in the global restitution of colonial-era looted art. The artefacts, stolen during the 1897 British raid, are now back in their homeland after over a century.

Israel demands prisoner release for any Hamas deal

Israel's key hostage negotiator has issued a stark warning, stating that no deal can be reached unless Hamas agrees to release all prisoners. The tense standoff continues as diplomatic efforts intensify.

Sotheby's returns ancient Buddha relics to India

Sotheby's auction house has returned a collection of precious Buddha relics to India following a contentious ownership debate, marking a significant moment in cultural repatriation.

India welcomes back ancient Buddha-linked gems

India rejoices as precious ancient artefacts, believed to be linked to the Buddha, are repatriated in a landmark cultural event. Discover the significance of these treasures and the diplomatic efforts behind their return.

UK businessman faces life sentence in Dubai

The family of Ryan Cornelius, a British businessman imprisoned in Dubai for 15 years, is pleading with the UK Foreign Office to secure his release amid concerns over his deteriorating health and alleged unfair trial.

Ex-Marine freed in prisoner swap deal

A former US Marine detained abroad has been released as part of a carefully negotiated prisoner exchange deal, marking a significant diplomatic achievement.

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