Thousands of people protested on Thursday in the Swedish city of Malmo against Israel’s participation in the Eurovision song contest. The city was hosting its second semi-final in which Israel’s Eden Golan performed. Ms Golan had earlier been booed on Wednesday during a rehearsal of her song. However, the crowd’s response was mixed on Thursday. There were cheers and boos. Before Ms…

The human rights organisation, Amnesty International, has asked the world football body, FIFA, to publish an independent report into responsibilities to migrant workers in Qatar. It is also asking the organization to begin the process of providing financial compensation.  According to The Guardian, the report was done by the president of Gibraltar Football association, Michael Llamas….

The authorities in Ireland are finding suitable sites for accommodation asylum seekers. Irish Independent reports that this move is aimed at avoiding a repeat of tented encampments that have been cleared in Dublin in the past week. One of the sites being considered is owned by the Department of Defence – HSE properties. Meanwhile, an encampment of migrants…

The immigration system at Lahore airport has been damaged by a fire which erupted at the immigration counters. The Nation reports that since the equipment and systems were completely destroyed, flight operations were disrupted.  However, the fire was later brought under control. airport officials said it would take some time for the smoke to clear. Passengers were…