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A “summer sale” for Channel migrants is fuelling a rise in crossings with people smugglers slashing prices by as much as £1,500 per person, it has emerged. Social media adverts, discovered on Monday by The Telegraph, saw the traffickers offering “bargain” prices and crossings on small boats that have “never been cheaper,” down from £5,000 to as little as £3,500 per migrant. The promotions were primarily targeted at Albanians who accounted for four in 10 of the nearly 3,000 migrants who crossed the Channel during a six-week period this summer. Border Force experts suggested the smugglers may be cutting prices to open up new markets like the Albanians previously unable to afford the charges. MPs on the home affairs committee have also claimed that gangs may be exploiting the court-enforced delay in deportations of illegal migrants to Rwanda to persuade them to make the crossing now before the flights start. The disclosures come as another estimated 300 Channel … [Read more...] about ‘Summer sale’ for Channel migrants fuels record crossings

This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here . Americans should not let the revelations about Donald Trump’s demands for a loyal military get lost in all the hysteria over the raid at Mar-a-Lago. But first, here are three new stories from The Atlantic . The Mar-a-Lago raid proves the U.S. isn’t a banana republic. Trump makes the Mar-a-Lago search a new loyalty test. The rivalry that defines America A Dangerous Gambit The FBI raided Donald Trump’s home in Florida, but we don’t know why. Early reports suggest a link to Trump’s alleged removal of classified material from the White House, but until we know more, there is no point in speculating on why the Justice Department has taken the remarkable step of searching the home of a former president. Republicans, of course, are now screaming that the FBI … [Read more...] about The President Who Wanted Nazi Generals

Sir Nick Clegg is to join a string of senior Facebook executives moving to London after four years in Silicon Valley, despite predicting that an “economically insecure” Britain would hemorrhage tech businesses in the wake of Brexit. The former Liberal Democrat deputy prime minister, 55, who is president of global affairs at Facebook's parent company Meta, is to divide his time between homes in London and California after his return to Britain. Sir Nick – who left the UK to work for Facebook's billionaire founder Mark Zuckerberg after losing his seat as an MP – has made no secret of his longing to leave California, saying last year that his "heart belongs massively 5,000 miles away". However, the decision is nonetheless likely to raise eyebrows given his history of outspoken warnings about the damage that Brexit would do to UK plc – particularly in the industry in which he is now employed. In a 2017 interview, he said: "Pretty much everyone I speak to in the tech sector … [Read more...] about Sir Nick Clegg returns to London in latest Meta move

That Nick Clegg has become the latest Facebook executive to announce he’s fleeing Silicon Valley for Blighty , where he will spend half his time, says a lot about California. Britain is on the brink of a deep and protracted recession, with inflation set to rise to 13 per cent. Formerly thriving people will struggle to feed their families, heat their houses or go anywhere, since the railways are riddled with massive strikes and airports are chaos. We are lazy: even now, there is an acute labour shortage as people prefer not to work. And we are angry: GP surgeries, call centre staff and shopworkers have all reported a surge in abusive behaviour. Even so, basketcase Britain seems to be preferable to California. It’s not just Clegg: Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, owned by Facebook parent group Meta, and the firm’s chief marketing officer Alex Schultz, have also chosen to relocate to Britain. Clegg, who six months ago was promoted to head of global affairs at Meta, in charge of … [Read more...] about California is no Garden of Eden. It is now a woke basketcase whose rich and poor are fleeing alike

The summer of travel chaos wrought by rail strikes is far from over, as Britain prepares for the latest 24-hour industrial action on Saturday, August 13, as train drivers’ union Aslef stages a walkout. The industrial action is likely to cause disruption into the morning of Sunday, August 14, with the following lines affected: Avanti West Coast, Arriva Rail London, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, LNER, Greater Anglia, London Overground, Southeastern, Hull Trains and West Midlands Trains. Aslef is striking over drivers’ pay, with general secretary Mick Whelan saying: “Many of our members – who were the men and women who moved key workers and goods around the country during the pandemic – have not had a pay rise since 2019.” Steve Montgomery, chair of the Rail Delivery Group, said: “The Aslef leadership has for the second time in as many weeks, decided to impose yet more uncertainty for passengers and businesses by disrupting passengers’ weekend plans. “We call on Aslef to … [Read more...] about Train strike this weekend: Services affected plus full list of dates for August

A woman surprised her partner with an adorable puppy on TikTok that has delighted the Internet in a clip that has garnered over 1 million views. In the video titled "When you buy a dog without telling your partner," which was posted by user Abi Wilson-Watson on July 31, the woman walks up to her partner, who is sitting outside a U.K. pub near what appears to be a summer village fete. "Are you videoing us?" the partner asks. "No, the rides," she answers. The woman's partner then points at her and says with a smile on his face, "No, he's just f***ing said it, don't honestly." "We just bought a dog," she replies. The breed is identified by Wilson-Watson as a toy poodle in the comments section. After a few confused seconds, the woman's partner repeats: "Shut up, are you taking the piss? How much was it? Are you taking the piss? Shut up no you didn't!" "Swear on my life," she replies. After confirming how much it cost, the surprised partner then stands up only to have the … [Read more...] about Man’s reaction to partner introducing surprise puppy delights internet

Gary Numan says he sees his Asperger's Syndrome 'as a gift' SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Four decades since he retired, 80s pop star Gary Numan is planning a comeback. Numan is a unique artist, having made an indelible imprint on the 80s music scene. He is also unique in another way: he is very open about his personal life. Related articles Paul Newman: Risk factors of the 'horrible' disease that killed actor How to live longer: Golden drink lowering cholesterol and blood sugar Speaking on ITV's Good Morning Britain on Tuesday, Numan spoke about his Asperger's Asperger's is a developmental disorder that was a previously used diagnosis on the autism spectrum. "I see it as a gift. If I could … [Read more...] about Gary Numan health: 80s singer opens up about the ‘downside’ to his lifelong condition

July 20, 2022 - 11:23 BST Filming for Law & Order: Organized Crime's third season began on Tuesday but was shut down just hours into production after a crew member was fatally shot Filming for Law & Order: Organized Crime's third season began on Tuesday but was shut down just hours into production after a crew member was fatally shot. MORE: Law & Order: Organized Crime's Christopher Meloni bares all in nude workout According to police reports, Johnny Pizarro, who was working on the security team, was there ahead of time to reserve parking and guard equipment trucks when the devastating incident took place. The 31-year-old from Queens was taken to nearby Woodhull Hospital Center in Brooklyn, where he was pronounced dead. Loading the player... WATCH: Law & Order: Organized Crime is currently filming its third season Confirming the news in a joint statement, NBC and studio Universal Television … [Read more...] about Law & Order: Organized Crime filming for season 3 shut down on first day after devastating incident on set

One of Taiwan’s top missile experts has been found dead in a hotel room while tensions rise between the island nation and neighbouring China . The sudden death of Ou Yang Li-hsing, the deputy head of the Taiwan defence ministry’s research and development unit, is being probed by police. The official Central News Agency reports that Ou Yang, 57, was found on Saturday morning (August 6) in the southern city of Pingtung and is believed to have been killed by a heart attack. READ MORE: WW3 fears grow as Taiwan 'prepares for war' with China and puts army on 'high alert' He worked for the military-owned National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology and has been visiting the south of the island on business. Investigators have found no sign of a break-in, reportedly leading to limited fears over the possibility of foul play. Mr Ou Yang’s family has told the investigation that not only did Mr Ou Yang have a history of heart problems, but that he also had a … [Read more...] about Mystery as Taiwan missile expert found dead in hotel as Chinese invasion threat looms

Just like clockwork, I’m back in the hospital waiting room. My leg bounces as I wait for my name to be called, hoping that this month’s consultation will have better news than the last. But it never does. ‘Maybe next month!’ my nurse will tell me – knowing there’s nothing she can say that will actually ease my frustration at an ever-growing waiting list for surgery. I lift up my sleeve, ready for my monthly dose of Prostap – a drug that keeps my body in a menopausal state. I clench my fist in preparation for the pain, but the injection will never hurt as much as the sound of newborns crying from down the hall. The thing is, I have chronic pain, bladder issues, and as a result of my endometriosis, I’m in a chemical menopause. After being diagnosed with endometriosis in 2019, at 19, almost seven years after my nauseating pain, heavy periods and painful sex began, I initially felt hopeful. I knew why I was in so much pain, and was optimistic that my condition would … [Read more...] about I’m 21 and already having to think about having kids because of my endometriosis