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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Young Child Detained by ICE: What's Your Take?

A recent incident has sparked a heated debate across the nation. A 5-year-old boy, Liam Conejo Ramos, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in his family's driveway. This event has raised serious questions about the treatment of asylum-seeking families. The young boy's detention

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Turn for a South African in the U. S.

Benjamin Schoonwinkel, a 59-year-old South African, thought he would find a new life in the United States. He had heard President Trump's words about welcoming white South Africans who felt they were being treated unfairly. So, he decided to make the journey. But things didn't go as planned. Instea

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

EU's Monthly Check-Up: What's New in December?

The EU's monthly snapshot of key trends is out, giving a peek into the economy, jobs, and more. This isn't just any report; it's a quick, easy-to-digest look at what's been happening across the EU and a few neighboring countries. The economy is doing okay, not great, not terrible. It's growing, but

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Nov 18 2025POLITICS

Britain's Bold Move: Is Making Life Harder for Refugees the Solution?

The UK is taking a tough new stance on asylum seekers, aiming to control a heated immigration debate. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government is introducing strict rules that will delay permanent residency for refugees to 20 years, up from the current five. This means refugees will face regular che

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Britain's New Asylum Rules: Tougher Stance on Immigration

Britain is making big changes to how it handles people seeking asylum. The government wants to make it harder for them to stay permanently. Now, they have to wait 20 years instead of 5 before they can settle down. This is a big shift from the current rules. The government also plans to check on ref

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Britain's Immigration Overhaul: A Closer Look at the Changes

Britain is shaking up its immigration rules, with a strong focus on making it easier to deport those who entered the country illegally. This overhaul is part of a broader effort to reform how the government handles asylum seekers and refugees. The interior minister, Shabana Mahmood, is set to unvei

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

Hotel Housing Asylum Seekers Stays Open Despite Legal Challenge

In a recent court case, a UK council tried to kick asylum seekers out of a hotel. They said the hotel didn't have the right permits. But the judge said no. The judge agreed the hotel was breaking rules. But he also said the government needs to house asylum seekers somewhere. So, the hotel stays open

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Sep 04 2025POLITICS

Trans Artists Seek Refuge: The Unseen Struggle of U. S. Trans People

In a small town in the Netherlands, Veronica Clifford Carlos, a 28-year-old artist, is fighting for a chance to stay. She left her home in San Francisco after facing severe threats due to her identity as a trans woman. Veronica is not alone in her struggle; many others are seeking asylum in the Neth

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Connecting the Dots: Helping Asylum Seekers in Boston

There is a growing awareness of how social factors impact health. However, this awareness has not fully reached asylum seekers, who face unique challenges. A recent effort in Boston aimed to change this by testing a program to identify and address the social needs of asylum seekers. This program was

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May 20 2025POLITICS

A Young Man's Fight for Asylum: The Legal Battle Continues

A recent decision by a federal appeals court has kept alive the hopes of a 20-year-old Venezuelan seeking asylum in the United States. The court refused to suspend an earlier order that demands the government help bring him back from El Salvador, where he was sent earlier this year. This ruling sets

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