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Five questions on Britain's Rwanda law: this is how asylum seekers are received

Crossing migrants brought to Rwanda by new British law: Prime Minister Sunak confirms 500 available spots in capital Kigali for reception and asylum procedure, current plan unique but not first of its kind.

April 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

MEP approves ban on burning unsold clothing

The EU has approved new regulations to make the market more sustainable, which includes a ban on burning or shredding unsold clothing and the introduction of a digital product passport to track sustainability. However, there are concerns about the effectiveness of enforcement.

April 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

House and Minister Weerwind clash over repeal of transgender law

House passes motion to repeal easing sex registration bill within month, after three-year wait and criticism of procedure from proponents of the bill.

April 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Spanish justice system has lost Dutchman Karim B. suspected of drug trafficking

Disappeared suspected criminal Karim B. after release now traceless, Spain and Netherlands want him arrested and tried for drug offenses.

April 23, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

British parliament votes on controversial Rwanda law, prime minister is determined

British parliament set to vote on controversial plan to deport migrants to Rwanda by plane after years of opposition and legal setbacks, with Prime Minister Sunak hoping for a boost for the Conservative Party in upcoming elections.

April 22, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Violence Israeli settlers escalate, 'and army looks on'

Palestinian villages attacked by Israeli settlers in increasing violence in the occupied West Bank while the world's attention is on Gaza conflict, leaving Palestinians vulnerable and unprotected even in areas where Israeli army is responsible for safety.