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Wednesday, Feb 18

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Reform-run council says free library scheme for refugees ‘is not value for money’

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Party withdraws all Lancashire libraries from City of Sanctuary UK programme that supports new arrivals to UK

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UN agency unveils $1.6bn appeal to support refugees in seven countries

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The UN refugee agency seeks $1.6 billion to aid millions affected by the Sudan refugee crisis across seven neighboring countries amid severe funding shorta

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UN agency launches $1.6 billion appeal to support refugees in seven countries

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United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Sudan, Mamadou Dian Balde, Egypt

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Migrants, refugees in Libya subjected to ‘systematic’ abuse: UN report

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Migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers in Libya are enduring ruthless and systematic human rights violations, including killings, torture, sexual violence, and trafficking.

Migrants, refugees in Libya subjected to ‘systematic’ abuse – UN report

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It also described it as a “brutal and normalised reality” that has become business as usual in Libya.

Tuesday, Feb 17

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Liberian refugee’s killer sent to prison for Pittsburgh slaying

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When Eddie Kimber was growing up in the West African nation of Liberia, he had difficulty breathing, struggled to gain weight and would easily become exhausted from minimal activity. Doctors couldn’t find what was wrong.

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Eaton and Palisades fire refugees moved near and far — and often

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Last year's Palisades and Eaton fires sent thousands of families on a quest for shelter. Some stayed near and moved often. Others found stable lodging, some as far away as New York and Florida.

Saturday, Feb 14

08

US ends temporary protected status for Yemeni refugees, asylum seekers

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has determined it is safe for Yemenis to return to their war-torn country.

Friday, Feb 13

04

These refugees are developing a first-of-its-kind community land trust in San Diego

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Next City reports on innovative urban solutions addressing social issues, fostering community engagement, and promoting sustainability.

Thursday, Feb 12

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These refugees are developing a first-of-its-kind community land trust in San Diego

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Next City reports on innovative urban solutions addressing social issues, fostering community engagement, and promoting sustainability.

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Cuban refugees remember journey to U.S. and rebuilding their lives

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In the series "USA to Z," "CBS Mornings" spoke to Cuban refugees who came to the U.S. to escape Fidel Castro's regime for a chance at freedom. Back in the 1960s and 1970s, Miami's Freedom Tower welcomed nearly half a million Cuban refugees…

South African refugees face challenges with U.S. system

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The South African refugees who are resettling in the U.S. say they are facing challenges with the system. The Free Press investigative reporter Madeleine Rowley joins CBS News to discuss.

Wednesday, Feb 11

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Group of refugees in Minnesota say Trump Administration is illegally detaining them

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Refugees from three continents are suing the Department of Homeland Security, saying immigration agents illegally arrested and detained them as part of a Trump administration review of asylum seekers.

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Male refugees stigmatised across Europe: ‘This kind of stuff really hurts’

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Several men who made dangerous journeys alone tell Al Jazeera they have faced suspicion, hatred and homelessness.

Tuesday, Feb 10

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UK government moves to shut asylum hotels for refugees from Nigeria, others

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The United Kingdom’s Home Office has announced plans to end the use of government-funded asylum hotels as part of wider immigration reforms aimed at reducing

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Troops kill over 30 terrorists, repatriate 700 refugees – DHQ

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The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, made this known to newsmen on Monday in Abuja.

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Troops neutralise over 30 terrorists, repatriate 700 refugees in one week – DHQ

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The Defence Headquarters says troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised over 30 terrorists and facilitated the return of more than 700 Nigerian refugees within one week, as operations intensified across the North East. The Director,…

Monday, Feb 9

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UK govt to end asylum hotels for refugees from Nigeria, others

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The United Kingdom’s Home Office has announced plans to phase out government-funded asylum hotels as part of broader immigration reforms aimed at reducing the number of refugees entering the country.

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UK govt to end asylum hotels for refugees from Nigeria, others amid immigration reform

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In addition, the government also vowed a crackdown on asylum seekers who break laws in the UK.

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Humanitarian crisis in northern Syria leaves Kurdish refugees stranded

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In Syria, last week’s agreement between Kurdish forces and Damascus includes a humanitarian component, ultimately aimed at allowing refugees to return home. These families fled the fighting that followed the fall of Bashar al-Assad. There…