Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
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Peace Guarantors Warn South Sudan Over Violence
The UK, US and Norway urge South Sudan's leaders to halt fighting and implement the 2018 peace deal. They warn of a 'breaking point' and criticise governance failures. Read the latest.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK Cuts £35m Sierra Leone Maternal Health Grant
Sierra Leone faces severe cuts to UK aid, losing a vital £35m grant for maternal and newborn health. Experts warn lives are at stake. Read the full investigation.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
U.S. Aid Cuts Devastate Rohingya Children in Camps
Deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid have closed schools in Rohingya camps, forcing children into labour and early marriage. See the full impact.
Child Deaths to Rise for First Time This Century After Aid Cuts
A devastating Gates Foundation report projects 200,000 extra under-5 deaths this year, reversing decades of progress. UK and US aid cuts are blamed. Read the full analysis.
Ireland pledges €100m aid during Zelensky Dublin visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Ireland for its 'generosity' during a historic Dublin visit, as the Irish Government announced €100 million in new non-lethal aid. Read the latest on the Ukraine-Ireland partnership.
Somalia's Healthcare Crisis Worsens After US Aid Cuts
Exclusive report reveals how Trump administration aid cuts have devastated Somalia's fragile healthcare system, leaving thousands without medical care. Discover the human impact.
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ends operations
Controversial US and Israel-backed aid group GHF ceases Gaza operations after months of deadly violence at distribution sites. Over 1,000 Palestinians killed or injured seeking food aid.
Labour MPs demand Reeves U-turn on foreign aid cuts
Senior Labour MPs demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves provides a roadmap to restore the UK's foreign aid budget to 0.7% of GNI, warning current cuts risk lives and UK influence.
Former Ministers: Defence Boost Must Not Cut Aid
Ex-ministers argue UK's soft power is vital for global stability. Cutting foreign aid for defence spending risks Britain's influence and security. A return to 0.7% is essential.
60p dishwasher rinse aid alternative revealed
Discover the 60p cupboard staple that replaces expensive dishwasher rinse aid, prevents water spots and leaves dishes gleaming. Try this viral hack today!
UK Cuts Global Health Fund Aid by 40%
Britain's decision to cut £120m from Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria sparks outrage among health experts and charities. Critics warn this undermines UK's global health leadership.
Trump's Global Gag Rule devastates African healthcare
Exclusive investigation reveals how US aid cuts under Trump's expanded Mexico City Policy have devastated reproductive health services across Africa, forcing clinic closures and endangering vulnerable women.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
UK Aid Workers Targeted in Sudan Hospital Massacre
British humanitarian staff face execution-style killings in Sudan's escalating civil war as Rapid Support Forces intensify attacks on civilian infrastructure and aid operations.
Malaria Resurgence: A Warning of Global Health Crisis
As international aid budgets shrink, malaria cases are rising dramatically. This deadly resurgence could signal a much broader global health crisis in the making.
Australia isolated in Pacific aid battle with China
New analysis shows Australia is increasingly isolated in its efforts to counter China's expanding influence across the Pacific through development aid, as other Western nations scale back their presence in the region.
Mbera Camp: Aid Cuts Threaten 140,000 Refugees
Exclusive report from Mauritania's Mbera refugee camp reveals how drastic funding cuts are pushing 140,000 Malian refugees to the brink of survival, with food rations slashed and essential services collapsing.
Trump's Billions to Argentina: The Geopolitical Gamble
Donald Trump's controversial decision to channel billions in US funds to Argentina raises urgent questions about foreign policy, economic strategy, and potential global repercussions. Our investigation uncovers the real motives behind this unprecedented m
UK aid cuts trigger global malaria treatment crisis
Critical funding reductions from Britain threaten to reverse decades of progress in malaria prevention, putting vulnerable populations at risk and undermining global health security.
AI Predicts Imminent Famine in Gaza and Sudan
Groundbreaking artificial intelligence analysis reveals Gaza and Sudan are on the brink of catastrophic famine, with both regions expected to cross critical hunger thresholds within weeks.
UK aid cuts jeopardise global disease fight
Britain's dramatic reduction in foreign aid funding is jeopardising vital health programmes worldwide, with experts warning of devastating consequences for disease control efforts.
Israel Suspends All Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
Israel suspends all humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza amid escalating tensions, raising international concerns about the worsening humanitarian situation in the besieged territory.
Gaza's Children: From Ceasefire Demands to Survival Fight
As the conflict continues, Gaza's most vulnerable face an escalating humanitarian crisis with aid failing to reach those in desperate need. The international community faces mounting pressure to act.
First Gaza Aid Convoy Arrives Via Rafah Crossing
Critical humanitarian aid begins flowing into Gaza through Rafah crossing as international mediators secure temporary access amid Israel's siege and escalating civilian crisis.
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