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Brit stranded in Croatia after insurance voided

A 65-year-old British grandfather is stranded in a Croatian hospital with serious injuries after his travel insurance was voided. His family is now fundraising for a £40,000 medical flight back to the UK.

Celebrity Traitors poppy controversy engulfs BBC

The BBC finds itself embroiled in Remembrance Day controversy as Celebrity Traitors contestants Charlotte Church and Ruth Codd face criticism for their poppy stance, igniting debates about patriotism and personal choice.

Namibia demands return of sacred artefacts from US

In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.

Egypt demands Louvre return ancient artefacts

Egypt's antiquities authority launches formal campaign for the return of prized artefacts from the Louvre Museum, escalating global debate about cultural heritage repatriation.

Muslim students suspended over controversial kidnapping skit

A group of Muslim students at a prestigious American performing arts school has been suspended following a controversial theatrical performance about kidnapping, igniting debates about artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity in education.

British grandmother freed from Indonesia death row

A seriously ill British grandmother has been granted repatriation to the UK after spending twelve years on death row in Indonesia for drug smuggling offences, following a dramatic medical intervention.

Liverpool's VAR equaliser sparks Man Utd fury

Manchester United were left fuming after Liverpool's second-half equaliser stood despite a potential foul in the buildup, with VAR at the centre of another Premier League controversy.

Brit's Turkey Death: Family's Repatriation Nightmare

The grieving family of Mark Gadsby, a British tourist who died suddenly in Turkey, are desperately trying to repatriate his body while facing mounting costs and unanswered questions about his mysterious death.

Penny Wong Faces Heat Over ISIS Bride Repatriation

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong faces intense criticism from opposition senators over the repatriation of ISIS-linked women and children from Syrian camps, igniting a fierce national security debate.

NRL Grand Final refereeing controversy sparks fury

Explosive controversy erupts as Melbourne Storm veteran expresses outrage over contentious refereeing call involving Broncos star Reece Walsh during NRL Grand Final, with rugby league legend backing claims the fullback should have been sent off.

British boy trapped in Syrian camp: Family's plea for help

The family of a 10-year-old British boy, whose mother took him to Syria to join ISIS, is fighting for his safe return from a squalid detention camp. They argue the UK government has a duty to rescue the child from a life of radicalisation and despair.

Anisimova Slams US Open Over Final Serve Roof Controversy

American tennis star Amanda Anisimova has publicly criticised the US Open's controversial decision to close the roof during the final point of her match, a move she claims cost her the game. Read the full story on the contentious ruling that has sparked d

Bristol returns sacred artefacts to Larrakia people

In a powerful act of post-colonial justice, Bristol's museum returns 14 culturally significant artefacts to the Larrakia people of Australia, setting a new precedent for UK cultural institutions.

Vietnam demands France return colonial-era cannon

Vietnam escalates a diplomatic dispute with France, demanding the return of a historic cannon, a symbol of national resistance against colonial rule, taken from Hanoi over 130 years ago.

Man Utd VAR Drama: Fernandes Penalty Sparks Fury

Manchester United's controversial penalty against Wolves has ignited a firestorm over Premier League refereeing standards and VAR consistency, leaving fans and pundits demanding answers.

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