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Trumps health
The left thinks any number of things about Trump that aren’t true. So what if his physical health is failing? He’s an old man. He’ll either be okay or he won’t. -
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Report Phuket Fines 17,000 Tourists for Unlicensed Driving
I would have to agree with you on this. Also, you need to take into consideration those times they do not issue citations and just collect some cash. I also do not believe the total count for Thais is accurate as well. Since the majority of Thais are riding bikes and so many do not have the license or the helmet the ratio should be more. -
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Americans seek escape for political reasons at record numbers
Steven A is my guy. Nobody here can figure out that they need a normal relatable candidate, and people into politics arent much into sports either. They will never figure it out, that everyone they got is out of touch -
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USA Trump's Shock Move: Fed Governor Lisa Cook Axed in Sudden Purge
While the mortgage transactions predate her appointment and were public record, that she may be guilty of criminal fraud related to them was not. Seems like a TV lawyer argument. She’s either guilty or she’s not. -
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UK-Asylum crisis Nigel Farage says illegal migration is a 'scourge'
Farage Calls Illegal Immigration a "Historic Scourge" Amid Reform UK Plans Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has described illegal immigration as a "scourge" affecting Britain on a "historic and unprecedented" scale. Farage plans to unveil his party's strategies to tackle small boat crossings, focusing on detaining and deporting individuals entering the UK illegally. He also questions whether Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is aligned with human rights lawyers or prioritises the British public's concerns. Reform UK aims to simplify deportations by withdrawing from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), repealing the Human Rights Act, and disapplying international treaties like the Refugee Convention. Despite having only four MPs, polling suggests Reform's popularity is growing. Farage speaks of potential plans if his party gains power in the next general election. Central to these proposals is introducing a legal obligation for Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to remove illegal entrants, a strategy previously attempted by the Conservative government. Reform also proposes banning those entering illegally from ever claiming asylum. "Under these new plans, if you come to the UK illegally you will be ineligible for asylum. No ifs, no buts," Farage stated in the Telegraph, urging politicians to put the UK first. Labour criticised Reform's plans as lacking in detail, describing them as being "written on the back of a fag packet." Government minister Matthew Pennycook raised concerns about the feasibility of negotiating deportation agreements with countries like Afghanistan and Iran, which are currently under UK sanctions. The Tories also weighed in, accusing Reform of recycling existing ideas in a bid to gain attention. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp argued that Reform UK has not done the serious thinking necessary to secure the country's borders effectively. Farage claimed the country faces "a national emergency" with illegal migration undermining public order. "The scourge of illegal migration that we have seen in this country over the last five years is historic and unprecedented," he wrote. Zia Yusuf, head of Reform's government efficiency department, mentioned that the initial phase of the deportation programme would target lone adult migrants, with unaccompanied children possibly included later. Critics, such as Enver Solomon, CEO of the Refugee Council, highlight the need to support those genuinely fleeing persecution. Solomon argues that the UK should focus on giving those who arrive the right to have their cases heard, rather than labelling migrants as the root of all societal problems. Recent figures indicate nearly 28,000 migrants have crossed the Channel this year, with over 50,000 having arrived in the 403 days since Labour came to power. Despite these challenges, the government has prioritised tackling illegal immigration and restoring order to the asylum system. A "one in, one out" pilot scheme with France aims to detain and return some migrants, with reports suggesting over 100 individuals are currently in detention and could be sent back. Official figures indicate that more than 2,500 migrants crossed the Channel in the first 11 days after the agreement took effect. Labour has announced plans to overhaul the asylum appeals system to reduce the number of migrants staying in hotels while they await decisions. The government faces mounting pressure to find alternatives to asylum hotels, with protests erupting across the UK. Public demonstrations against the use of asylum hotels continue, as protesters demand reform to address the situation. These events underscore the growing pressure on the government and highlight Farage's assertion that the immigration crisis is worsening. Reform UK aims to present a tougher alternative approach, hoping to influence future policy directions and appeal to public sentiment. As the debate over immigration intensifies, the focus remains on balancing effective border control with humanitarian considerations. The evolving policies and public discourse reflect a critical juncture in the UK's response to illegal immigration. Farage vows mass deportations to tackle small boats Difficult decisions lie ahead after asylum seeker hotel ruling 'People are angry': Behind the wave of asylum hotel protests How many people cross the Channel in small boats? Adapted by ASEAN Now from The BBC 2025-08-26
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