Seven dead, dozens missing after Gambia migrant boat capsizes
A migrant boat bound for Europe capsized off Gambia, killing seven with dozens missing. 102 survivors rescued in a major search operation. Read the latest on this tragedy.
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Behind the Scenes at Oxford's Boat Race Trials
Exclusive look at the gruelling Trial Eights selection process for the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race. Discover the cold mornings, fierce competition, and mental battles on the Tideway.
Valencia Coach's Daughter Found Dead in Indonesia
The 12-year-old daughter of a Valencia CF coach has been found dead after a boat capsized off Indonesia. Search continues for her father and two siblings. Read the latest.
Football coach dies in Indonesia boat sinking
Rescuers search for victims after a tourist boat sinks off Komodo Island, killing Valencia CF coach Fernando Martín and three family members. Read the latest updates.
Valencia coach Fernando Martin dies in Indonesia boat sinking
Valencia CF Women's B team manager Fernando Martin and three of his children have died after a tourist boat sank off Indonesia. Follow for breaking updates.
Valencia coach and children missing after Indonesia boat sinks
Valencia Women's B team coach Fernando Martín and his three young children are missing and feared dead after a tourist boat sank off Indonesia. Rescue efforts continue. Read the full story.
Sinkhole Ruins Couple's Canal Boat Christmas in Shropshire
A retired US couple's dream of a festive Christmas on their canal boat is sunk after a massive 50-metre sinkhole opens on the Llangollen Canal. Read their story and the dramatic rescues.
Family survives 20 hours on overturned boat off Florida
A 90-year-old man and three relatives endured a 20-hour ocean ordeal clinging to their capsized boat before a dramatic US Coast Guard rescue. Read their incredible survival story.
France to Stop Migrant Dinghies After Starmer's Plea
France will begin limited operations to intercept migrant dinghies following private admissions from Keir Starmer that Britain lacks an effective Channel deterrent. Exclusive details.
UK Net Migration Drops as Asylum Claims Soar
UK net immigration falls to 204,000, but asylum claims hit a record 110,000. Discover the conflicting trends shaping Britain's immigration debate and public perception.
UK Migration Drops, Asylum Hotel Numbers Increase
New government data reveals a sharp fall in net migration to 204,000, while the number of asylum seekers in hotels rises by 13%. Discover the key figures and what they mean.
UK asylum claims reach new record high
UK asylum claims hit a record 110,051 in the year to September 2025, while the decision backlog fell by over a third. Discover the government's new reforms and system pressures.
Net Migration Predicted to Fall to Pre-Brexit Levels
New data reveals a stark gap between reality and public perception on UK immigration. Net migration is falling, yet most Britons believe it's rising. Discover the facts behind the figures.
OBR Casts Doubt on Labour's Small Boat Plan
The Treasury watchdog questions Labour's timeline to stop Channel crossings and close asylum hotels, warning of a £1.4bn budget shortfall by 2028/29. Discover the financial risks.
Migrant smuggler organised £50m crossings from prison
Iraqi Kurd Idriss Ghazi Kareem sentenced to 15 years for manslaughter of seven Afghan migrants while running massive small boat operation worth £50million annually from behind bars.
France uses dangerous nets to stop migrant boats
French police prepare controversial 30-metre nets to intercept migrant vessels despite safety warnings. Over 39,000 migrants have reached Britain this year. Read the full story.
French police use controversial nets to stop migrant boats
French police introduce dangerous 30m nets to block small boat Channel crossings amid UK pressure. Critics warn tactic will cause fatalities. Read the full report.
French police use nets to stop Channel migrant boats
French police will deploy large nets to intercept small boats in the Channel, a controversial tactic warned could cause fatalities. Read the full report on the new UK-France migration strategy.
14 Major Asylum System Changes Announced
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils 14 draconian asylum reforms, including asset seizures and 20-year settlement wait. Read the full details and political reaction.
Scottish Tory brands Labour asylum plans 'chaotic'
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay condemns Labour's new asylum system as 'chaotic soundbites'. Discover the proposed reforms and the political backlash.
Labour's Controversial Asylum Crackdown Unveiled
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces sweeping asylum reforms inspired by Denmark's strict system, making temporary refugee status and faster removals central to the new policy.
Labour minister urges MPs to back asylum plan amid backlash
Borders minister Alex Norris urges Labour MPs to await the full details of the government's sweeping asylum reforms, designed to stop small boat crossings, amid significant backbench opposition.
Darnold's four interceptions cost Seahawks against Rams
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold threw four interceptions in a crucial 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, reviving memories of his past struggles and jeopardising his MVP-calibre season.
Mahmood's Landmark Asylum Reforms Target Channel Crossings
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces the most significant asylum system overhaul in a generation, aiming to stop small boat crossings and establish new legal routes for refugees.
UK's Biggest Asylum Overhaul in Decades Unveiled
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils the UK's biggest asylum system shake-up since WWII, targeting illegal migration and human rights law reforms. Read the full details.
UK's New Asylum Plan: 20-Year Wait for Refugees
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a major overhaul of the UK asylum system, introducing temporary status and longer paths to citizenship. Discover the key changes.
Mahmood announces 'sweeping' asylum system reforms
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is set to announce the most significant changes to the UK asylum system in a generation, aiming to reduce illegal migration. Read the full details.
Labour to Scrap Asylum Seeker Housing & Benefit Rights
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces radical asylum system reforms, ending automatic support for refugees. Learn how this Danish-inspired model will impact migration.
Four dead after boat capsizes near Imperial Beach
Tragedy strikes as four people die after a panga boat capsizes off Imperial Beach. Five survivors hospitalised with minor injuries. Emergency services continue investigation.
Labour MPs Revolt Against Tough New Asylum Plans
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils radical immigration reforms modelled on Denmark, facing immediate backlash from Labour backbenchers who call proposals 'economically and culturally illiterate'.
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