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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.

Storm Dave: Met Office Unveils New UK Storm Names

The Met Office has officially revealed its list of names for the upcoming UK storm season, with 'Storm Dave' generating significant public discussion. Discover the full list and the science behind storm naming.

High Court Overturns Injunction on Epping Asylum Seeker Hotel

In a significant legal ruling, the High Court has overturned an injunction obtained by Epping Forest District Council, clearing the way for a former hotel to house asylum seekers. The decision marks a major development in the ongoing national debate over

Tax whistleblower Boyle avoids conviction in landmark case

Australian Taxation Office whistleblower Richard Boyle has avoided criminal conviction and jail time after a landmark court decision. The ruling marks a significant victory for transparency and accountability within government agencies.

Kushner: Gaza's Waterfront 'Valuable', Palestinians Should Move

Exclusive: Jared Kushner, former US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, suggested Gaza's waterfront could be 'very valuable' and Palestinians should be 'moved out' in leaked comments. Former UK PM Tony Blair's involvement in the proposed post-war plan is

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.

Sex attacker wins human rights case over deportation fears

A Syrian refugee convicted of sexually assaulting a teenager has successfully argued that his imprisonment breaches his human rights due to the potential for deportation upon release. The Court of Appeal has ruled in his favour, sparking widespread debate

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

UK Asylum Map Reveals Stark Postcode Lottery

Exclusive analysis of Home Office data exposes the stark geographic disparities in asylum seeker dispersal across the UK, with some local authorities supporting hundreds while others take none.

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.

Iowa Mosque Becomes Sanctuary for Afghan Refugees

In a powerful act of interfaith solidarity, a mosque in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has opened its doors to provide sanctuary and support for newly arrived Afghan refugees, embodying the true spirit of American welcome.

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