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Mar 31

More people are entering Canada illegally, but no one knows for sure why

By Larisa Epatko

Canada, known for setting out the welcome mat for refugees, has attracted hundreds of asylum-seekers over the past few months. These immigrants, mainly from Africa and the Middle East, are entering illegally from the U.S., though the exact reason is…

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Mar 04

Canada minister addresses influx of asylum-seekers from U.S.

By Associated Press

Canada is enforcing border laws and is willing to put more resources in place to deal with the influx of asylum-seekers from the United States, federal Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale said Saturday…

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Oct 18

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Why Uganda is one of the world’s most hospitable refugee destinations

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In a world struggling with anti-immigrant sentiment, Uganda provides a rare hospitable welcome for those seeking asylum. Refugees live in settlements where they are able to run small businesses, attend mosques and children attend school. The country’s support system is…

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Nov 08

Update: Honduran woman profiled in NewsHour story granted new hearing to seek refuge in U.S.

By John Carlos Frey, Stephen Fee

A 19-year-old domestic abuse victim from Honduras, profiled two weeks ago on PBS NewsHour Weekend, will receive another opportunity to seek refuge in the United States.

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Sep 04

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As Sweden offers shelter, Denmark tries to discourage refugees

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Two Scandinavian neighbors, Sweden and Denmark, are handling the European migrant crisis in vastly different ways. While Sweden has taken in the largest number of refugees in relation to its population of all EU nations, Denmark is implementing policies to…

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Aug 25

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Immigration lawyer helps detainees in New Mexico know their rights

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A group of lawyers filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Friday, charging immigration officials with violating the due process rights of detainees held at a New Mexico detention center. Special correspondent Kathleen McCleery talked Laura Lichter -- with…

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Jan 16

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Britain grants asylum to Afghan atheist on grounds of his beliefs

By Ellen Rolfes

An Afghan atheist, who has been living in the United Kingdom since 2007, has been granted asylum in Great Britain this week. Had he returned to Afghanistan, the former Muslim feared persecution, even a possible death sentence under sharia law,…

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Dec 16

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Refugees fleeing violence in Syria confront dire conditions in Bulgaria

Refugees fleeing violence in Syria confront dire conditions in Bulgaria…

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Aug 09

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U.S. Looks for Serious Interest From Russia in Working Together

U.S. Looks for Serious Interest From Russia in Working Together…

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Aug 01

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Despite Tension Over Snowden, U.S. and Russia Seem Reluctant to Upset Diplomacy

Despite Tension Over Snowden, U.S. and Russia Seem Reluctant to Upset Diplomacy…

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