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Ukraine digs in as Russia claims gains in Bakhmut

The Wagner mercenary chief says Russians hold part of the bombed-out Ukrainian city of Bakhmut as the EU agrees to push ahead on joint arms buying to help Kyiv.

The New Daily · Mar 9, 2023

Public more positive about immigration despite record high arrivals

Jonathan Portes, of the UK In A Changing Europe think tank, said the post-Brexit immigration system is ‘achieving (its) objectives’.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Braverman brushes off Brussels warning over small boats plan

The Home Secretary said the UK is free to set its own migration policy now it has left the EU.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023

Scottish independence march to pass British Embassy in Berlin this weekend

GERMANS for Scottish Independence will hold their first march and rally in more than three years on Saturday in the hope of increasing awareness of…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 8, 2023

Rainforests pump water round the tropics – but the pulse of this heart is weakening

Tropical forests are often referred to as the “lungs of the world”, describing the way their trees exchange gases with the atmosphere. By “breathing in” carbon dioxide and “breathing out” oxygen during photosynthesis, tropical forests remove about 15% of man-made carbon emissions and help to slow climate change.

The Conversation · Mar 8, 2023

What are the legal obstacles faced by the UK’s illegal migration bill?

Suella Braverman has denied the government is breaking the law but experts say it faces many challenges

The Guardian - UK · Mar 8, 2023

Social Democrats reflect on Ukraine war, European security

Leaders of nine Social Democratic parties in Europe have declared unwavering support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023

Brexit trade treaty ‘could be terminated’ if UK quits ECHR over small boat crossings

Legal experts say Brussels has right to take retaliatory action, making cross-border law enforcement harder

The Guardian - UK · Mar 8, 2023

Lineker claim on UK taking ‘far fewer refugees’ than Europe supported by data

Data shows that the UK ranks 16th when compared with the 27 EU countries for the number of asylum claims granted in 2021.

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023

Protesters clash with police over Georgia foreign agent bill

Thousands of protesters waving EU flags and chanting anti-Russian slogans are hosed down with water cannons in the Georgian capital as clashes over a controversial law turn violent.

ABC News · Mar 8, 2023