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Dozens Die After Smugglers Force Them Off Ships Into Open Waters

2024 is set to be the deadliest year for migrants crossing from Africa to Yemen, with many casualties reported after forced drownings.

Labour bid to smash the gangs' could add to death risk for Channel migrants

Government's focus on disrupting smuggling may worsen Channel crossing dangers, with no plans for safe asylum routes, risking more lives.
Public supports safe asylum options, but government has not proposed alternatives, prioritizing border security instead.

Starmer will struggle to keep his smash the gangs' promise - as I saw firsthand

Hamid Khoshsiar's migration journey highlights the perils refugees face for safety, echoing a surge in Eastern Mediterranean crossings for multiple nationalities.

Dozens Die After Smugglers Force Them Off Ships Into Open Waters

2024 is set to be the deadliest year for migrants crossing from Africa to Yemen, with many casualties reported after forced drownings.

Labour bid to smash the gangs' could add to death risk for Channel migrants

Government's focus on disrupting smuggling may worsen Channel crossing dangers, with no plans for safe asylum routes, risking more lives.
Public supports safe asylum options, but government has not proposed alternatives, prioritizing border security instead.

Starmer will struggle to keep his smash the gangs' promise - as I saw firsthand

Hamid Khoshsiar's migration journey highlights the perils refugees face for safety, echoing a surge in Eastern Mediterranean crossings for multiple nationalities.
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Pimpinero: Blood and Oil review road thrills with South American border smugglers

The film portrays a slow-paced crime saga set against the backdrop of Venezuelan petrol smuggling and gender dynamics.
#immigration

Trump victory spurs worry among migrants abroad, but it's not expected to halt migration

Trump's immigration policies inadvertently increase reliance on dangerous smuggling routes for migrants seeking to enter the U.S.

Chinese migrant says TikTok helped her to know where to cross the US southern border

Migrants are reportedly using TikTok to learn about gaps in the border wall and hire smugglers.
TikTok claims to remove and report human smuggling content, but also provides a space for migrants to document their journeys.

Ex-police chief to lead efforts to tackle small boats

The UK has appointed Martin Hewitt to lead the Border Security Command to combat small boat crossings and human smuggling.

Trump victory spurs worry among migrants abroad, but it's not expected to halt migration

Trump's immigration policies inadvertently increase reliance on dangerous smuggling routes for migrants seeking to enter the U.S.

Chinese migrant says TikTok helped her to know where to cross the US southern border

Migrants are reportedly using TikTok to learn about gaps in the border wall and hire smugglers.
TikTok claims to remove and report human smuggling content, but also provides a space for migrants to document their journeys.

Ex-police chief to lead efforts to tackle small boats

The UK has appointed Martin Hewitt to lead the Border Security Command to combat small boat crossings and human smuggling.
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#migrant-deaths

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold

Migrant deaths near the border in New Mexico have dramatically increased, with 108 bodies found in 2024, showing a humanitarian crisis amid harsh smuggling routes.

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold

Migrants dying near the U.S.-Mexico border has surged, particularly due to harsh treatment by smugglers leading to dangerous travel conditions.

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold

Migrant deaths near the border in New Mexico have dramatically increased, with 108 bodies found in 2024, showing a humanitarian crisis amid harsh smuggling routes.

Migrant deaths in New Mexico have increased tenfold

Migrants dying near the U.S.-Mexico border has surged, particularly due to harsh treatment by smugglers leading to dangerous travel conditions.
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#wildlife-trafficking

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

A woman pleaded guilty to smuggling eastern box turtles across the Canadian border, highlighting the ongoing issue of wildlife trafficking.

Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Attempting to smuggle protected species across borders poses serious legal consequences.

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

A woman has pleaded guilty to attempting to smuggle 29 turtles worth over $40,000 into Canada using an inflatable kayak.

Woman pleads guilty over attempt to smuggle turtles by kayak into Canada

A woman pleaded guilty to smuggling eastern box turtles across the Canadian border, highlighting the ongoing issue of wildlife trafficking.

Chinese woman facing charge of trying to smuggle turtles across Vermont lake to Canada

Attempting to smuggle protected species across borders poses serious legal consequences.

Woman attempted to kayak to Canada with bag full of protected turtles

A woman has pleaded guilty to attempting to smuggle 29 turtles worth over $40,000 into Canada using an inflatable kayak.
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973 migrants cross Channel into UK on same day 4 die

Record number of 973 migrants crossed the Channel in a single day amid tragic drownings, highlighting the dangers of desperate crossings.
Migration through the Channel remains a pressing issue for the U.K. government, amid rising fatalities and calls to combat smuggler gangs.

France sees Channel migrant deaths as a problem of Britain's making

The migrant crisis along France's northern coastline leads to tragic deaths, highlighting the desperate journeys of those seeking a better life.

Elderly Lewisham man smuggled 400,000 cigarettes into Heathrow Airport

Vi Van Long smuggled 400,000 cigarettes to fund medical treatment, facing legal consequences for his actions.
#law-enforcement

Former Correction Officers and Rikers Employees Charged With Corruption

Five people, including employees and a detainee from Rikers Island, have been charged with corruption for smuggling contraband like drugs and cellphones into the jail.
The defendants accepted bribes to smuggle in a variety of illegal substances, which contributed to making Rikers Island less safe for inmates and officers during a spike in overdoses.

Customs officers find $5M worth of meth disguised as watermelons at Mexico border

CBP uncovered $5 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of watermelons during an inspection in Southern California.

Former Correction Officers and Rikers Employees Charged With Corruption

Five people, including employees and a detainee from Rikers Island, have been charged with corruption for smuggling contraband like drugs and cellphones into the jail.
The defendants accepted bribes to smuggle in a variety of illegal substances, which contributed to making Rikers Island less safe for inmates and officers during a spike in overdoses.

Customs officers find $5M worth of meth disguised as watermelons at Mexico border

CBP uncovered $5 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of watermelons during an inspection in Southern California.
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Woman caught smuggling 53 pounds of sea cucumbers into California

CBP discovered over 50 pounds of sea cucumbers smuggled across the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting issues of illegal trade and environmental impacts.

6 of the world's most smuggled foods

High demand for expensive foods incentivizes smuggling.

Iranians Accused of Smuggling Missile Components Intended for Houthi Rebels

The Justice Department charges Iranians with smuggling missile components to Houthi rebels, leading to Navy SEALs' deaths and escalating tensions between the US and Iran.

Gangsters jailed over firearm and ammunition transported in minicab

Illegal firearms smuggling case in South East London leads to significant jail sentences.
#russia

Coordinated Action By U.S., U.K., Australia Sanctions Russian Hacker Tied To Ransomware Cyberattack

Three people have been arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly circumventing sanctions on Russia related to the war in Ukraine.
Arrests were part of an international operation involving several countries including Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, and Canada.

Smugglers Busted Trying to Sneak Cybertrucks Into Russia

Vigilantes caught smuggling Tesla Cybertrucks into Russia, despite EU sanctions and limited availability in other regions.

Belarusian Authorities Detain More Than 70 People In One Day, Human Rights Center Says

Dutch authorities have arrested three people suspected of circumventing sanctions on Russia for the war in Ukraine.
The arrests are part of an international operation involving multiple countries.

Berlin To Give Ukraine Anti-Submarine Helicopters, Says German Defense Minister

Three people arrested for circumventing sanctions on Russia
International operation with arrests in multiple countries

Hungary Supports Sweden's NATO Membership, Orban Tells Stoltenberg

Three people arrested in the Netherlands for circumventing sanctions on Russia related to the war in Ukraine.
The operation was part of an international action with searches and probes also taking place in Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, and Canada.

Coordinated Action By U.S., U.K., Australia Sanctions Russian Hacker Tied To Ransomware Cyberattack

Three people have been arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly circumventing sanctions on Russia related to the war in Ukraine.
Arrests were part of an international operation involving several countries including Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, and Canada.

Smugglers Busted Trying to Sneak Cybertrucks Into Russia

Vigilantes caught smuggling Tesla Cybertrucks into Russia, despite EU sanctions and limited availability in other regions.

Belarusian Authorities Detain More Than 70 People In One Day, Human Rights Center Says

Dutch authorities have arrested three people suspected of circumventing sanctions on Russia for the war in Ukraine.
The arrests are part of an international operation involving multiple countries.

Berlin To Give Ukraine Anti-Submarine Helicopters, Says German Defense Minister

Three people arrested for circumventing sanctions on Russia
International operation with arrests in multiple countries

Hungary Supports Sweden's NATO Membership, Orban Tells Stoltenberg

Three people arrested in the Netherlands for circumventing sanctions on Russia related to the war in Ukraine.
The operation was part of an international action with searches and probes also taking place in Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, and Canada.
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Woman Who Sold Misbranded Ozempic on TikTok Faces Smuggling Charge

Unauthorized sale of weight-loss drugs on TikTok led to smuggling and drug distribution charges.

I felt an urgent need for empathy': the Iranian-American director uniting her two cultures in film

Maryam Keshavarz's new film, 'The Persian Version,' is based on her experiences smuggling cassette tapes into Iran as a child.
Keshavarz's journey from academia to film direction was driven by a desire to change the media landscape following 9/11.
#climate-change

First American charged with smuggling greenhouse gases into the US

Michael Hart faces fines up to $750,000 for smuggling greenhouse gases into the US.
Hart violated federal regulations by importing hydrofluorocarbons from Mexico, impacting climate change efforts.

California man is first in the US to be charged with smuggling greenhouse gases, prosecutors say

First person charged with violating greenhouse gas regulations in the U.S.
Prosecution under 2020 law prohibiting hydrofluorocarbon importation without EPA permission.

First American charged with smuggling greenhouse gases into the US

Michael Hart faces fines up to $750,000 for smuggling greenhouse gases into the US.
Hart violated federal regulations by importing hydrofluorocarbons from Mexico, impacting climate change efforts.

California man is first in the US to be charged with smuggling greenhouse gases, prosecutors say

First person charged with violating greenhouse gas regulations in the U.S.
Prosecution under 2020 law prohibiting hydrofluorocarbon importation without EPA permission.
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Richmond man indicted on charges he smuggled ammunition to Brazil

Man indicted for smuggling ammunition to Brazil from the US without export license.
Possible 10 years in federal prison if convicted.

Port of Dover fears gangs of meat smugglers looking to bypass new post-Brexit checks

The Port of Dover could become a target for criminals smuggling illegal and diseased meat into the UK under new post-Brexit plans.
The Dover Port Health Authority is considering legal action against the government over its decision to end physical checks of imported meat at a post within the port.

DUP deal to restore Northern Ireland government to be published

Physical and identity checks will no longer be required for goods moving between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, except in cases of suspicion of smuggling or criminal activity.

Two London men convicted for part in 100 million 'cash in suitcases' conspiracy

Two Londoners convicted for smuggling over £100 million in cash to Dubai.
They were part of an industrial-scale money laundering operation.

U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine Was Poorly Tracked, Pentagon Report Concludes

$1 billion worth of weapons sent to Ukraine by the US have not been properly tracked, raising concerns they could be stolen or smuggled.
American officials have failed to account for nearly 40,000 weapons that should have been closely monitored.

Some Chinese buyers seem to be resorting to desperate measures to get Nvidia's most advanced chips

Chinese buyers are smuggling Nvidia chips to avoid US curbs.

Adams: NYC taking steps to prevent Venezuelan gangs from infiltrating migrant shelters

Mayor Adams is taking preemptive steps to address the infiltration of Venezuelan gangs into migrant shelters in New York City, including sending officials to Colombia for analysis.

Toronto address listed shipping $80M of electronics for 'Russian war machine' | CBC News

A Caribbean shell company smuggled electronics into Russia under the disguise of a Canadian address, forming part of a Kremlin initiative to obtain sanctioned technologies for weapons production.
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