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Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw in US Visa Protest

Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US granted visas to only four delegation members, excluding the football federation president. FIFA is investigating.

US Prioritises Visas for Major Sporting Event Fans

The Trump administration orders embassies to expedite visas for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics attendees while imposing new restrictions on H-1B applicants linked to online censorship. Read the latest.

Iran to attend World Cup draw after visa dispute

Iran's football federation reverses boycott decision for the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. Head coach attends, but president's visa was denied. Read the full diplomatic and sporting clash.

Afghan women footballers refused UAE visas

Young Afghan refugee footballers living in the UK have been denied entry to the UAE for a critical tournament, dealing another blow to women's sports in Afghanistan.

Cats' Hunger Strike Over New Food Stuns Owner

A UK cat owner's simple supermarket switch has backfired spectacularly as her two moggies declare an all-out hunger strike against their new meals, sparking concerns and online appeals for solutions.

Kent mother's NHS ordeal: GP refused toddler's MRI scan

Exclusive: A Kent mother reveals her distress after an NHS GP dismissed urgent MRI scan request for her two-year-old daughter showing potential brain injury symptoms, raising serious concerns about patient safety.

UK mandates A-Level English for work visas

The UK government announces stricter English language requirements for work visas, raising the bar to A-Level standard in major immigration policy shift affecting thousands of applicants.

Tourist Visa Scam Warning: Don't Get Duped

Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated scam sites are tricking British travellers out of hundreds of pounds for visa applications. Learn how to spot the fakes and protect your money.

Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster

Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.

Pakistani migrant deported in schoolgirl sham marriage scam

Exclusive investigation reveals how a Pakistani migrant attempted to cheat Britain's immigration system by arranging a sham marriage with a teenage schoolgirl, leading to his deportation and exposing alarming visa fraud tactics.

Brisbane man trapped in Dubai visa nightmare

Andrew Burow, a Queensland father, faces financial ruin and separation from his family after being stranded in Dubai due to visa complications. His heartbreaking story reveals the hidden dangers of international travel bureaucracy.

Cambridge graduate dies after refusing cancer chemotherapy

A Cambridge University graduate and mother-of-three who rejected conventional cancer treatment in favour of alternative therapies has died, with a coroner concluding her death was influenced by her anti-vaccination beliefs and chemotherapy refusal.

UCL cuts international students amid visa crackdown

University College London dramatically reduces international student admissions as new government visa restrictions hit UK higher education sector, raising concerns about financial stability.

Ryanair passenger denied boarding for being seconds late

A furious traveller's dream holiday to Italy turned into a costly nightmare after Ryanair refused him boarding for arriving at the gate just moments after the official closing time, sparking debate about airline punctuality policies.

Cat Stevens Tour Faces UK Visa Hurdle

Music legend Yusuf Islam, formerly Cat Stevens, encounters visa complications threatening his upcoming UK tour dates, leaving fans uncertain about scheduled performances.

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