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Deportations reach five-year high despite concerns of rights groups

The government has deported 13,500 people, claiming a tough stance on immigration, but human rights groups warn this approach risks lives and separates families.

Dozens hospitalised in third night of pro-EU protests in Georgia

Protests in Georgia arise against government decision to suspend EU negotiations, reflecting significant public discontent over democratic processes.
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Prisoners walk free on day government releases inmates early to ease overcrowding

The government released around 1,100 inmates early to alleviate prison overcrowding as part of a new sentencing review.

Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and Wales

Victims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.

Prisoners walk free on day government releases inmates early to ease overcrowding

The government released around 1,100 inmates early to alleviate prison overcrowding as part of a new sentencing review.

Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and Wales

Victims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.
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Hostility towards migrants led to these deaths in the Channel | Letter

The actions of police hindered aid efforts for vulnerable Eritrean asylum seekers, pushing them towards dangerous crossings.
Eritrean refugees have a 99% success rate in UK asylum claims, underscoring need for safe immigration routes.
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Election campaigning is not optional, Rishi Sunak warns Conservative MPs

Rishi Sunak emphasizes mandatory campaigning for MPs during election season.

Rishi Sunak blames soaring small boat crossings on the weather

Rishi Sunak blames calm weather for record small boat crossings, contradicts previous stance on poor weather's impact on crossings.
Number of small boat crossings in the Channel has hit record high in 2024 despite government's pledges and actions to curb arrivals.

Election campaigning is not optional, Rishi Sunak warns Conservative MPs

Rishi Sunak emphasizes mandatory campaigning for MPs during election season.

Rishi Sunak blames soaring small boat crossings on the weather

Rishi Sunak blames calm weather for record small boat crossings, contradicts previous stance on poor weather's impact on crossings.
Number of small boat crossings in the Channel has hit record high in 2024 despite government's pledges and actions to curb arrivals.
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Georgia returning to the past' with foreign agents law, says president

Georgia passed a foreign agents law requiring organizations funded by over 20% from abroad to register as serving foreign interests, leading to protests and EU concern.

The Budget is one of the government's last chances to move the political dial

The Chancellor and Prime Minister face limited opportunities for impactful government actions before the elections.
The government's past fiscal decisions, such as tax rises by stealth, have significant implications for millions of taxpayers.

How a New Bipartisan Task Force Is Thinking About Artificial Intelligence

Bipartisan Task Force on Artificial Intelligence launched by House representatives
Task Force will produce comprehensive report with policy proposals

Robert Hur Snooped Through Joe Biden's Diaries after White House Warned It Would Be Unprecedented - emptywheel

Biden's complaints about Hur's comments received press focus, but Hur's snooping through diaries is more concerning.
Past government actions did not view individual writings of former Presidents/Vice Presidents as containing classified information.

Nepal wants its men back from Russia's war in Ukraine after deaths on the front

Nepali men are being recruited by Russia to serve in its military forces in the war against Ukraine.
Nepal's government is taking steps to prevent its citizens from going to Russia and urging Russia to send back its men.

L.A. County offers free beaches and museums for a day as part of reparations efforts

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a day of free access to beaches and museums for Black Angelenos as an initial step towards reparations.

Germany Dumping $2.8B Bitcoin Is 'Market Intervention,' Despite Murky Legal Justifications

Germany offloaded seized bitcoin causing selloff termed 'market intervention' by experts.

U.S. is 'flying blind' with bird flu, repeating mistakes of COVID, health experts say

The U.S. government's lack of widespread bird flu testing raises concerns about monitoring and controlling potential outbreaks.
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