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Greece’s Asylum Freeze Sparks Global Outcry Amid Crete Migrant Surge

In a move that has ignited fierce backlash from human rights organizations and the United Nations, Greece has passed legislation temporarily halting asylum applications from migrants arriving by sea from North Africa. The three-month suspension, approved by parliament with 177 votes in favor and 74 against, allows for expedited repatriation without prior identification. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the measure as a “difficult but necessary decision” in response to a sharp rise in irregular arrivals, particularly from Libya to the island of Crete. Over 7,000 migrants have reached Crete and nearby Gavdos this year, straining local resources and prompting concerns from the tourism industry. Rights groups, including the International Rescue Committee, have condemned the ban as illegal and inhumane, warning it violates international and European law. The UNHCR echoed these concerns, emphasizing that the right to seek asylum is a fundamental human right regardless of how or wh...
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Ontario Government Assumes Control of Four School Boards Amid Budget Troubles

 

The Ontario government has stepped in to take control of four publicly funded school boards, citing persistent financial mismanagement and rising concerns over budget deficits. The Ministry of Education announced the move Friday, stating that external supervisors will temporarily oversee operations to stabilize governance and restore fiscal responsibility.

Education Minister Rachel Thompson emphasized that the intervention was necessary to protect student services and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used effectively. “We are committed to providing every student with access to quality education in a financially sustainable way,” she said.

The boards involved—three English-language and one French-language—have reportedly struggled with budget planning, overspending, and long-term financial forecasting. The province did not disclose the names of the boards but confirmed they operate in both urban and rural regions.

Education advocacy groups have expressed mixed reactions. Some praise the province’s willingness to intervene, while others worry about transparency and the impact on local governance.

The government has stated that the takeovers are temporary and that normal governance will resume once the boards demonstrate improved financial accountability.


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