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Refugee who arrived in Canada 50 years ago creates scholarships nationwide

The story of an anonymous Canadian donor began with a move made more than five decades ago, when he arrived in Canada as a refugee with no money. An unexpected university grant helped him complete his education and changed the course of his life. Decades later, after building a successful…

The Times of India · 14h ago

Myanmar migrants repatriated: Malaysia sends 1,500 by naval ships as UN warns of persecution risk

Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals repatriated from Malaysia arrived in the country’s largest city, Yangon, on Sunday, despite warnings from the United Nations refugee agency and rights groups that conditions for their return remain unsafe.

The Times of India · 16h ago

Court quashes block on mothers and children in Gaza joining families in UK

Immigration court judge finds ‘unsafe journeys’ policy was applied unlawfully to two families

The Guardian - UK · Oct 4

Former Rohingya Champion Malaysia Begins Sending 1,476 Myanmar Nationals Home as UN Warns Returns Are Unsafe

Malaysia has begun returning 1,476 Myanmar nationals under a voluntary programme, despite UNHCR warnings that ongoing conflict and violence make Myanmar unsafe for refugee returns.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Meet Austin Koziarski, the student leading 200 volunteers across 18 refugee schools

Austin Koziarski began volunteering with JaxTHRIVE as a high school freshman, tutoring refugee children in Jacksonville. Over time, his role expanded into leadership, volunteer training and community events. By August 2026, he was co-president, helping coordinate more than 200 volunteers from 18 schools while supporting refugee families through education and…

The Times of India · Sep 29

Rohingya left terrified as Malaysia begins deporting them to war-torn Myanmar: ‘It’ll be a death sentence’

IN FOCUS: As Kuala Lumpur ships some 1,500 refugees back to Myanmar, Rohingya activists and human rights campaigners warn it will set a dangerous precedent for refugees across the region, reports Shweta Sharma

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Malaysia sends 1,476 Myanmar nationals home despite UN warnings over safety

In a significant move, Malaysia has initiated a voluntary repatriation program for Myanmar nationals amidst safety concerns. The first batch of 1,476 individuals has commenced their return, with an additional 5,000 set to follow. Currently, 10,388 Myanmar nationals are detained in immigration facilities nationwide. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is urging…

The Times of India · Sep 29

Malaysia begins Myanmar repatriations despite safety warnings by UN and rights groups

Malaysia has started repatriating Myanmar nationals under a voluntary program

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Shabana Mahmood Reopens Refugee Resettlement Route as Reform's Zia Yusuf Slams 'Illegal Boat Crisis'

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the UK will reopen its refugee resettlement scheme with UN partners, offering legal routes to vulnerable refugees amid fierce political opposition.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Britain Will Initially Take Hundreds of Refugees as Reopened Scheme Could Expand to Thousands

The UK has reopened its refugee resettlement scheme, initially offering hundreds of places, while three new sponsorship routes could expand admissions into the low thousands as illegal migration falls.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29