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Outrage over asylum seeker jewellery seizure plan

The government faces criticism over plans to seize assets from asylum seekers. Critics call it 'performative cruelty' that dehumanises migrants and ignores sentimental value of possessions.

David Olusoga's Empire & TV Highlights Tonight

Historian David Olusoga investigates the British Empire's slavery legacy in BBC Two's Empire. Plus, Children in Need 2025, Unreported World, and film picks including Mickey 17.

Somali Pirates Storm Tanker in Major Attack

Heavily armed Somali pirates have stormed a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in the first major hijacking attempt in years, raising alarm about resurgent maritime security threats.

£2M gold and jewellery seized at Manchester Airport

Border Force officers at Manchester Airport have intercepted a staggering £2 million haul of gold bars and luxury jewellery in what's believed to be a major money laundering operation. Discover the details of this dramatic seizure.

East London crime group hid £3.2 million in cash

A sophisticated organised crime group operating across East London has been dismantled after police discovered £3.2 million in cash hidden in properties from Plaistow to Dagenham. Discover how detectives cracked this major money laundering operation.

Spain apologises to Mexico for colonial era injustices

In a landmark diplomatic move, Spain's government has formally expressed profound regret for the 'terrible injustices' committed during the conquest of Mexico, acknowledging centuries of suffering inflicted upon indigenous communities.

£100M cocaine smuggling fishing boat for UK auction

A fishing vessel implicated in a massive £100 million cocaine smuggling operation has been uncovered by UK authorities and is now set for public auction, revealing sophisticated trafficking tactics.

50,000 zombie knives seized in UK crackdown

New government figures reveal a dramatic increase in zombie knives and machetes removed from UK streets, with nearly 50,000 seized or surrendered in the past year alone.

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