British border officers sent to Balkans to stem the flow of migrants being smuggled to UK

21:27, 15 Oct 2025 Border security offers are aiming to stem the flow of migrants being smuggled to the UK(Image: Getty Images) British border security officers have been sent to the Balkans for the first time as part of ongoing efforts to stem...

Bašta Fest rescheduled for 24–26 October

After the postponement of its 12th edition, Bašta Fest, the international short fiction film festival in Bajina Bašta, held under the slogan “Start from your own backyard!”, will take place from 24 to 26 October this year. The film and educational...

Ethan Ampadu explains disappointment as crucial Leeds spell nears

13:43, 14 Oct 2025Updated 14:45, 14 Oct 2025 Ampadu during Wales' loss to Belgium (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images) Leeds United captain Ethan Ampadu has admitted his disappointment after Wales were beaten 4-2...

This Underrated Ski Region Has Slopeside Grills and Pale Pink Churches

Photographer Kari Medig grew up skiing in Fernie, southeastern British Columbia, and has spent the past 15 years traveling to ski and document the sport, from the iconic Hahnenkamm downhill in Austria to slopes in landlocked Lesotho in South...

Russia Adopts Decree Allowing Quick Sale of Seized Assets from ‘Unfriendly’ Parties

The Russian president recently issued Decree No. 693 titled On Certain Specifics for the Sale of Property Held in Federal Ownership (Decree 693). Decree 693 is part of Russia’s broader countersanctions measures and allows the government to...

'Frustrated' Nico Raskin lets teammates hear it as Rangers star suffers blow to World Cup dream

Nico Raskin on the ball for Belgium(Image: Getty Images) Nicolas Raskin took the plaudits for Belgium on Friday night – but could only admit his 'frustration' as his side toiled to a World Cup qualifying draw with North Macedonia. The Rangers star...

Why the West Keeps Losing the Balkans

Europe’s strategic map has been redrawn by Russia’s war in Ukraine, China’s rise, and the widening split between Western democracies and Eurasian authoritarianisms. Nowhere is that shift more visible, and more volatile, than in the Balkans, long a...

British border officers sent to Balkans to crack down on human traffickers, Shabana Mahmood announces, with small boat arrivals under Labour poised to hit 60,000 within days

By DAVID BARRETT, HOME AFFAIRS EDITOR Published: 16:26 EDT, 15 October 2025 | Updated: 16:26 EDT, 15 October 2025 British border security officers have been sent to the Balkans as part of a new attempt to crack down on people traffickers, the Home...

EU chief tells Serbia to act on reforms

The European Union’s top official on Wednesday told Serbia’s populist leader to “get concrete” about its proclaimed goal of joining the 27-nation bloc, including implementing sanctions against traditional ally Russia. European Commission President...

Spurs transfer news: Lilywhites 'express interest' in 24-year-old Belgium international

Tottenham Hotspur are allegedly toying with the possibility of signing a Belgium international during the winter transfer window. Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly identified Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin as a potential winter transfer target....

Sweden suffer shock defeat against Kosovo; Belgium top group

PA Media/DPA London Sweden’s faint hopes of qualifying for the World Cup were all-but extinguished as the 2018 quarter-finalists fell to a 1-0 defeat against Kosovo in Stockholm. Fisnik Asllani fired a first-half effort that allowed the Kosovans...

Nayyab Ali becomes first trans woman from Pakistan shortlisted for UN Special Rapporteur

She serves as Executive Director of Transgender Rights Consultants Pakistan and as Human Rights Fellow at HarvardPakistani human rights defender Nayyab Ali. Photo: Facebook.com/nayyabokara In a landmark recognition of inclusion and diversity,...

BioStar Air: Cloud-native access control by Suprema

Suprema, a pioneer of AI-based security solutions, was named the Winner in the Access Control category at the a&s Adria Awards 2025. The ceremony was held during the 10th Adria Security Summit, which brought together over 2,000 industry...

British border officers sent to Balkans as UK seeks to stem flow of migrants

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood hosted counterparts from the Western Balkans (Peter Nicholls/PA)British border security officers have been sent to the Balkans for the first time as part of efforts to stem the flow of migrants being smuggled into...

BTA Presents English Edition of Anniversary Book, Honours Former Directors General Panayot Denev, Ivo Indzhev

The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) presented on Wednesday the English-language edition of 125 Years Bulgarian News Agency. The Real News: Stories On File 1989–2023 at its National Press Club in Sofia. The event also marked the anniversaries of two...

Waste is Not the end. It’s the Beginning of a New Iidea!

On October 13th, TEG proudly concluded another inspiring edition of “Recycle – Creative”, a long-term initiative that continues to grow year after year — bringing together young talents, creativity, and sustainability under one vision. Waste is...

Cymru's hopes fade after Belgium loss

CYMRU’S FIFA World Cup qualification is out of their own hands after Belgium’s 4-2victory at Cardiff City Stadium on Monday evening put them in the driving seat for an automatic qualification spot. Cymru, who took an early lead with a bullet...

Britain has lost control of its borders, home secretary says

Britain’s home secretary Shabana Mahmood has admitted that the UK and other countries have lost control of their borders, ahead of a meeting with Balkan countries intended to tackle a flow of illegal migrants into Europe. Ms Mahmood also warned...

Tottenham Hotspur enter transfer race for Rangers star after International Man of the Match display

The North London side have joined other English Premier League club’s in the race As the International break draws to a close, Tottenham Hotspur have their eye on a Rangers player, who once again performed well for his country. After the dismissal...

Wales' fate in own hands after rivals draw

Wales' World Cup qualifying fate is back in their own hands after group rivals Belgium and North Macedonia cancelled each other out. North Macedonia top Group J after holding out for a goalless draw in Ghent against second-place Belgium, who...