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UK's Afghan Relocation Scheme Faces Criticism After High Rejection Rate
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 6 Apr, 2025 Comments (0)
The UK's Afghan Relocation and Assistance Policy (ARAP) has faced backlash after rejecting 87% of applications by September 2021. Despite efforts to assist interpreters and collaborators, many are left in peril, including those previously working on UK-funded projects. Initiatives like the Afghan Citizens’ Resettlement Scheme aim to offer refuge but struggle with slow implementation, leaving many eligible Afghans exposed to Taliban threats.
Influencer Causes Uproar in Australia by Taking Baby Wombat from Mother
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 14 Mar, 2025 Comments (0)
U.S. influencer Sam Jones ignited anger in Australia after a video showed her removing a baby wombat from its mother. The act led to public outcry, scrutiny from Australian authorities, and warnings from wildlife experts about the potential harm to the animal. Over 30,000 people signed a petition calling for her deportation, and Jones left the country as authorities reviewed her visa status.
