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Marriott Backlash Over ICE Detainee Contract
Hotel giant Marriott International sparks outrage by contracting with ICE to house migrants in a Louisiana facility. Critics condemn the move as profiting from detention.
LA Activists Name Hotels in ICE 'Do Not Stay' Blacklist
A coalition of LA activist groups publishes a 'Do Not Stay' list of hotels allegedly contracting with ICE, urging a tourist boycott to target the immigration enforcement agency's operations.
Major ICE Raid Detains Over 100 NJ Warehouse Workers
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained more than 100 workers in a large-scale raid at a New Jersey warehouse. The operation, part of a worksite investigation, has sparked local protests and drawn condemnation from activists.
ICE Secretly Housed Migrants in Louisiana Hotel
US immigration authorities covertly used a Sheraton hotel to detain over 60 migrants, including children, bypassing normal procedures and igniting a firestorm of local protest in Louisiana.
US citizen wrongfully detained by ICE in California facility
A 19-year-old California-born US citizen was wrongfully detained by ICE for three weeks in the Van Nuys immigration facility, exposing critical failures in the US immigration enforcement system and prompting a federal lawsuit.
Brit comic breaks silence on Turkey arrest nightmare
A UK comic shares his harrowing experience of being detained in Turkey, revealing the terrifying moments he feared he'd never return to Britain.
Kiwi mum detained in US over visa violation claims
New Zealand mother Sarah Shaw has been detained in the US over suspected visa issues, leaving her family desperate for answers. Her husband claims she was 'treated like a criminal' during the ordeal.
NZ woman and son freed from US detention
A New Zealand woman and her six-year-old son have been released from US detention after a harrowing ordeal. Read their story of strength and international diplomacy.
LA schoolboy seized by ICE while walking dog
A 13-year-old boy in Los Angeles was unexpectedly seized by ICE agents while walking his dog, sparking outrage and raising concerns over immigration enforcement tactics.
DeSantis Faces Backlash Over Immigration Detention Policies
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is under fire for his hardline immigration detention policies, sparking debates over human rights and state authority.
NZ father hopeful for daughter detained by ICE with son
The father of a New Zealand woman detained in the US with her six-year-old son expresses hope for their release amid growing international concern.
Antonia Aguilar Maldonado Released from ICE Detention
Antonia Aguilar Maldonado, a mother detained by ICE, has been released following widespread protests and advocacy efforts. Her case highlights ongoing issues with US immigration policies.
Democrats barred from ICE detention visits spark controversy
Democratic lawmakers in the US have been denied access to ICE detention facilities, sparking outrage over transparency and human rights concerns.
Home Affairs Wrongfully Detains Australian Citizen
A shocking administrative error led to the wrongful detention of an Australian citizen by the Home Affairs department, according to a report by the Commonwealth Ombudsman.
NZ mother and son detained by US ICE officials
A New Zealand woman and her six-year-old son face prolonged detention in the US under controversial ICE policies, sparking international outcry.
Judge orders ICE to release migrants over poor conditions
A federal judge in New York has ruled that ICE must release detained migrants from an overcrowded facility, citing inhumane conditions and violations of basic rights.
Teen pilot detained after Antarctica solo flight attempt
A 19-year-old aspiring pilot was detained in Antarctica after attempting an unsanctioned solo flight, raising concerns over safety and environmental regulations.
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.
Chinese dealmaker Bao Fan released after 2 years
Prominent Chinese investment banker Bao Fan has been released after two years in detention, raising questions about Beijing's business climate.
Palestinian woman granted visa after detention outrage
Mona Zahed, a Palestinian woman, has been granted an Australian visa following her controversial detention, which sparked widespread outrage and accusations of racial profiling.
Trump revives ICE detention at Fort Bliss
Former President Donald Trump reinstates ICE detention facilities at Fort Bliss, sparking outrage from human rights groups and renewed debate over US immigration policy.
DHS uses IndyCar driver to promote detention centre
The US Department of Homeland Security faces backlash after leveraging Mexican IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward's image to promote the Speedway Slammers detention facility.
Spain: Muslim religious celebrations banned from public facilities
A local authority in Spain has ignited controversy by prohibiting Muslims from using public spaces for religious events, raising concerns over discrimination and religious freedom.
Trump's ICE policies tied to detainee deaths
Former US President Donald Trump's hardline immigration measures have been connected to multiple fatalities among detainees, according to recent investigations.
Indiana Speedway Slammer: Migrant Detention Row
A former Indiana speedway has been transformed into a controversial migrant detention centre, drawing criticism from activists and local officials.
ICE detainees hunger strike over poor conditions
Dozens of immigrants held in an Indiana detention facility have begun a hunger strike, protesting against inhumane conditions and indefinite detention by ICE.
Report exposes ICE detention centre human rights abuses
A damning report reveals systemic human rights violations in US immigration detention centres, prompting calls for urgent reform from Senator Jon Ossoff.
British mother speaks to son held in Iran after 213 days
The son of Lindsay Foreman, a British woman, has finally been able to speak to his mother after being detained in Iran for over 200 days. The emotional reunion highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions.
US citizens wrongfully detained by ICE in Los Angeles
Several US citizens were unlawfully held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
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