refugees

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She spent her early childhood in Sri Lanka before her family returned to London as refugees during the country’s civil war.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The attacks come as sensitivities around migrants have grown in parts of Germany following a large influx of asylum seekers and refugees in 2015.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Higher transport and fuel costs "disproportionately affect people in emergencies", including refugees and displaced people, the agency said.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Glasgow City Council said the cost of addressing applications from refugees was £38m in 2025-26.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Richard followed; he watched while Kainene talked about the refugees lying on bamboo pallets.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie