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The United Kingdom is facing a surge in Asian hornet sightings, raising concerns about the potential impact on the country’s environment and wildlife. These invasive insects, known for their ability to decimate entire beehives, have seen a dramatic increase in reported encounters in recent years, from just two in 2022 to 78 in 2023, representing a staggering 3,800% increase. The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has pledged to eradicate any nests found to prevent their establishment in Britain. However, the British Beekeepers Association has already reported four sightings this year, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance.

PureGym, the UK’s largest gym group, is set to open 200 new venues across the country and Switzerland. The expansion plan includes opening 40 to 50 company-owned gyms in the UK this year, with a majority of those expected to open within the UK. The group, which operates over 600 gyms with around 370 in the UK, has seen strong performance from its new gyms in recent months, giving it confidence in its continued expansion programme. The move comes as several other major retailers are also expanding their presence on UK high streets, including Aldi, Asda, B&M, Greggs, Home Bargains, Primark, Screwfix, Tesco, WHSmith, and Lidl.

A studio apartment in Dudley, UK, has garnered attention due to its unique feature: a converted prison cell within the flat. Listed for 750 pounds (approximately Rs. 77,187) per month, this property is located in a former police station that was transformed into residential units in 2017. The architect chose to preserve at least one holding cell during the conversion, adding an unusual element to the flat.

The UK government’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda has been approved by Parliament after peers dropped an amendment requiring an independent monitoring committee to declare Rwanda a safe country before sending people there. The government has stated that flights to Rwanda are scheduled to begin in July.

The controversial UK bill to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda has received approval from the upper house of parliament after numerous amendments. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has promised the first flights to Kigali within weeks, despite ongoing legal challenges and criticism from UN human rights experts. The scheme, which aims to deter asylum seekers from crossing the English Channel in small boats, has raised concerns about Rwanda’s human rights record and the potential risk to asylum seekers. Despite criticism, the bill is expected to become law with Royal Assent from King Charles later this week.

The British government’s controversial plan to deport asylum-seekers to Rwanda is set to become law after receiving approval from the House of Lords. Despite criticism from human rights groups and legal challenges, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak remains committed to the plan, claiming it will deter illegal immigration. However, experts warn that the government may face further hurdles, including finding an airline willing to participate.

A recent study has revealed a staggering rise in hate crimes against East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) individuals in the United Kingdom. The study, conducted by the charity Protection Approaches, reported that nearly half (45%) of ESEA people have experienced hate crimes in the past year. The findings are alarming, as they indicate close to one million hate crime incidents against this community.

Royal commentator Tom Quinn speculates that Prince Harry’s participation in the Invictus Games could mark his final official departure from the Royal Family. Quinn believes that despite the foundation of the games by Harry while he was still an active royal, he will not be invited back to participate in the future, even in the event of an emergency with King Charles.