Arizona threatens legal action against lawyers for aiding migrant kids
Arizona's refugee office has sparked outrage by threatening legal action against humanitarian lawyers providing counsel to unaccompanied migrant children in federal custody.
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Ukrainian refugee stabbed to death in UK, family tribute
The devastated family of a young Ukrainian refugee has paid tribute after he was stabbed to death in a quiet Plymouth neighbourhood. The 19-year-old had fled the war in Ukraine for safety in the UK.
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.
Ukrainian refugee murdered in UK, man charged
A 31-year-old Ukrainian refugee, Iryna Zarutska, is found murdered in a Lincolnshire village. A 47-year-old British man has been charged as the community and the nation are left in shock by this devastating crime.
Ukrainian refugee's father buried after son knifed on US train
The father of a Ukrainian refugee, tragically stabbed to death on an Amtrak train in North Carolina, has been laid to rest in a sombre ceremony. The family's story is one of escape from war to an unimaginable tragedy in America.
Woman's pet 'cat' for 18 months was actually a wild animal
A UK woman lived with an astonishing secret for a year and a half after discovering the 'cat' she adored was not a feline at all, but a wild animal. The hilarious yet heartwarming mix-up was only uncovered during a routine vet visit.
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.
Bystanders Confront Mom After Son Nearly Hit by Train
Exclusive footage shows the tense moment bystanders apprehend Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, after her young son was nearly struck by a train in North Carolina. The incident has sparked a major police investigation and questions about child welfare.
Ukrainian Professor Murdered in German Train Ambush
A respected professor and Ukrainian refugee is brutally murdered in a targeted shooting on a regional train in Bavaria, as a lone gunman opens fire in a shocking act of violence that has stunned Germany.
Brian Stelter Faces Backlash Over 'Racist' Stabbing Comments
Former CNN host Brian Stelter sparks outrage after suggesting a fatal stabbing by a Ukrainian refugee in the US was motivated by racism, despite police confirming no racial element.
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.
Ukrainian refugee fatally stabbed in UK - chilling footage emerges
Exclusive footage shows the final moments before a Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed in a quiet English town, as a man appears in court charged with murder.
UK's Radical Migration Overhaul Sparks Legal and Political Row
The UK Government's proposed Migration and Economic Development Partnership Act sparks fierce debate, with Labour's Shabana Mahmood warning it dismantles the asylum system and violates international law.
Ukrainian refugee mother killed by train in North Carolina
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian mother who fled the war for America, was tragically killed by a train in North Carolina. Her young son was found unharmed but alone at the scene, raising urgent questions about her journey and the media's portrayal of such trag
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
UK hosts forced to evict Ukrainian refugee due to planning law
A British couple in Somerset faces a devastating choice: evict a Ukrainian refugee they call 'family' or risk enforcement action over a converted outbuilding, exposing a critical flaw in the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Schweblin & Tillman: Masterful Short Stories Redefine Fiction
A deep dive into two extraordinary short story collections that are captivating the literary world. Discover the haunting narratives of Samanta Schweblin and the sharp, existential wit of Lynne Tillman in this compelling review.
Australia court orders release of detained Afghan asylum seekers
A landmark Australian High Court ruling orders the immediate release of a detained Afghan asylum seeker family, challenging the government's indefinite immigration detention policies and setting a pivotal legal precedent.
UK Refugee Family Reunion Applications Plummet by 75%
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic 75% collapse in family reunion applications for asylum seekers and refugees in the UK, raising alarm over the human impact of recent policy changes.
Jess Phillips: Govt knew asylum evictions would cause homelessness
Labour MP Jess Phillips accuses the Home Office of 'shameful incompetence' after asylum seekers were evicted into homelessness despite government promises. Reveals ministers knew about the policy's devastating impact.
Australia's Standoff Over ISIS Families in Syrian Camps
Exclusive report reveals the growing humanitarian and security crisis as Australia refuses to repatriate dozens of women and children from squalid ISIS-linked detention camps in Syria.
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.
Biden Administration Faces Legal Battle Over Migrant Children
The Biden administration is locked in a legal dispute with immigration advocates over prolonged detention of migrant children in Texas facilities, continuing a controversial Trump-era policy.
Aylan Kurdi: The Image That Challenged Cameron's 'Swarm' Rhetoric
A powerful editorial revisits the tragic death of Syrian toddler Aylan Kurdi and its stark contrast with David Cameron's dehumanising language on migration, questioning the UK's moral compass.
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.
Judge Blocks Trump-Era Policy Forcing Migrant Kids to Share Beds
A landmark US court ruling has struck down a controversial Trump-era policy that allowed shelters to house migrant children in overcrowded conditions, including shared beds. The decision marks a major victory for child welfare advocates.
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
UN: Assad Coercing Syrian Refugees to Return from Lebanon
The UN refugee agency warns of a coercive campaign by Syria's government, forcing vulnerable refugees in Lebanon to return to an unsafe homeland, despite ongoing risks and lack of basic services.
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.
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