Laws on migration should “reflect a readiness to welcome migrants and to facilitate their integration,” according to the Argentine pontiff. He was speaking as thousands seek entry to the EU, many via Italy.
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Poland takes to the streets
Poland’s society is split over the new national conservative government’s policies like it hasn’t been in years. By the thousands, people are taking to the streets in nationwide protests.
Scottish island prepares for Syrian refugees
The Scottish town Rothesay on the Isle of Bute may not be a premier holiday destination but that won’t bother its new, and unusual, arrivals – around 60 Syrian refugees. Peter Geoghegan went along to take a look.
Obama defends immigration as America’s ‘oldest tradition’
Barack Obama launches a full-throated defence of America’s open immigration policies, hailing them as the country’s “oldest tradition” ahead of today’s Republican debate.
Heroin overdose cure Naloxone to be available over the counter
Naloxone, a medication that reverses the effects of opioid drug overdose, will soon be available over the counter in Australia.
Authorities arrest 60 people in 12-nation child pornography operation
Some 12 countries have participated in a massive international crackdown on child pornography across the Americas and Spain. At least three girls – the youngest aged 9 – were rescued by the multinational operation.
Merkel refugee policy just ‘realism,’ says Cologne’s mayor
Cologne’s new mayor, who survived a knife attack by an anti-migration suspect, has approvingly described Chancellor Angela Merkel’s openness to refugees as “realism.” Henriette Reker said asylum was a fundamental right.
Hope and healing at haven for disabled animals
A little farm with a big heart is helping three-legged dogs, blind horses and anxious donkeys live long and happy lives.
Two Mosques Vandalized In Hawthorne Investigated As Hate Crimes
Exit polls: Le Pen’s FN loses regional polls
France’s far-right National Front has lost run-offs in regional elections, despite dominating last week’s first round. Exit polls show Nicolas Sarkozy’s ‘Republicains’ coming to the fore in tactical voting by socialists.
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