The article highlights the significant difference in ease of data transfer between iOS and Android, praising Apple's seamless iPhone-to-iPhone migration process and criticizing Android's complex and imperfect migration and backup system, urging Google to improve Android's data transfer experience to match Apple's simplicity.
At least 22 migrants died and 65 were injured when a lorry overturned in Ethiopia's Afar region, highlighting the dangers of perilous migration routes from the Horn of Africa to the Middle East, often driven by human trafficking and false promises.
The U-Haul Growth Index reveals Americans are moving away from high-tax states like California and New York towards low-tax states such as Texas and Florida, with a strong correlation between lower personal income tax rates and higher migration. The index also highlights that most top-performing states have Right-to-Work laws, while the bottom states do not, emphasizing the impact of tax and labor policies on migration patterns.
The UK is projected to experience a population decline starting in 2026, with deaths surpassing births, leading to increased reliance on international migration for population growth, amid political debates over immigration policies and demographic challenges.
At least seven people have died and dozens are missing after a boat carrying around 200 migrants capsized off Gambia while attempting to reach the Canary Islands, highlighting the dangers of the increasingly perilous Atlantic route used by African migrants trying to reach Europe.
Nearly 200,000 under 35s left Britain for countries like Japan, Dubai, and South Africa due to high living costs, limited job opportunities, and a negative economic outlook, with many seeking better quality of life, safety, and business prospects abroad.
Pope Leo XIV, in his first Christmas Day message, urged global compassion and action for those suffering in Gaza, Yemen, and among migrants, emphasizing humility, solidarity, and dialogue to foster peace and justice worldwide.
In 2025, several states experienced higher inbound migration, with Washington, DC, and Hawaii leading, driven by factors like affordability and job opportunities, while the Midwest remained less popular for movers. The Sun Belt continues to attract many, despite overall low migration percentages across the US.
A U.S. federal judge ordered the Trump administration to submit plans to provide hearings or facilitate the return of over 200 migrants deported to El Salvador's CECOT prison under the Alien Enemies Act, citing violations of due process and the need for fair contest of their designation as members of a criminal gang.
Washington ranks among the top 10 U.S. states for inbound movers in 2025, driven by lifestyle and family reasons despite high living costs and a softening job market, highlighting its continued appeal amid a nationwide slowdown in mobility.
A 15,600-year-old human footprint discovered in Chile is the oldest in the Americas, suggesting humans reached South America over a thousand years earlier than previously believed, reshaping our understanding of early migration.
Nearly 540 asylum seekers from various countries were rescued off Crete by Greek coastguard, with their claims to be processed after health checks. The incident highlights ongoing migration challenges in Greece, especially on islands like Crete and Gavdos, amid EU efforts to manage increased migration through new policies. Human rights groups criticize these measures for risking asylum seekers' rights.
The EU plans to significantly limit asylum claims from seven countries by designating them as safe, which will expedite the processing of claims and potentially reduce the number of asylum seekers. This move has faced criticism from human rights groups who argue it endangers migrants and undermines legal protections, raising concerns about the treatment of vulnerable populations and the impact on international obligations.
A YouGov poll across six European countries reveals widespread misconceptions about illegal migration, with many Europeans overestimating illegal migrant numbers and favoring significant reductions and deportations, especially of those perceived to break rules or claim benefits, while showing mixed views on legal migration and concerns about cultural integration.
In 2025, Arkansas, Idaho, and North Carolina saw the most inbound moves, driven by factors like lower costs and job opportunities, while Louisiana experienced the highest outbound moves. Overall, U.S. migration slowed, with affluent and educated individuals more likely to move, influenced by lifestyle and family reasons, amid high housing costs and mortgage rates. Data from Atlas Van Lines highlights ongoing regional population shifts and economic implications.