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In a bold and contentious move, Britain and France have prolonged their migrant exchange initiative until October 1. This unique arrangement facilitates a swap where each small boat arrival results in a corresponding legal entry into the UK from France. While the program has led to hundreds of individuals being either sent back or granted entry, it faces significant backlash.

US non-immigrant visa applicants now face new questions about experiencing or fearing harm in their home countries, with affirmative answers potentially leading to denial. This change could impact future asylum claims, as applicants might be challenged on the veracity of their statements. Immigration experts suggest these questions target legal immigrants who might later seek asylum.

Amidst swirling controversies and legal battles surrounding Blake Lively's conflict with Justin Baldoni, Hollywood's golden couple, Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, are eyeing a short-term escape to Europe. This venture aims to help them find respite from the prying eyes of the press while they work on healing both personally and professionally, providing a much-needed pause from the current chaos.

US embassies now require nonimmigrant visa applicants to declare they don't fear persecution back home. This new rule, aimed at preventing asylum claims upon arrival, asks applicants if they've faced harm or fear it upon return. Experts warn this could force individuals into dangerous migration routes, jeopardizing their safety and families.

America's Trump administration has introduced a new visa rule. Diplomats will now question visa applicants about fearing their home country. This aims to curb asylum claims through the visa system. Applicants must deny fearing harm to proceed. This affects tourist, student, and business visas. Immigration experts express concerns about vulnerable individuals.

A US appeals court has halted President Trump's order barring asylum access at the southern border. Judges ruled immigration laws permit border asylum applications, and the President cannot unilaterally suspend this right. This decision offers a lifeline to individuals fleeing danger, ensuring they receive a hearing for their claims.

Canada is tightening its international student program with new rules. These include higher financial requirements and possible country-based caps. Indian students, the largest group, may be significantly affected. The changes aim to address system strain and improve oversight. Stricter monitoring and institutional accountability are also proposed. These reforms signal a move towards a more selective system for international education.

Immigration arrests have risen to about 1,300 a day, up from a daily average of 350 prior to Trump’s second term, while detentions of non-criminal cases jumped from roughly 860 to 24,500. Here’s how the US president is pushing through his anti-immigrant agenda despite legal hurdles

In response to allegations of an assault near a local church in Epsom, police are diligently working to gather facts, yet their investigation has yielded no supporting evidence so far. Despite growing rumors and protests circulating online, the authorities have conducted thorough examinations, including reviewing CCTV footage and executing forensic searches.