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France seizes Russian oil tanker in Channel sanctions raid

In a dramatic enforcement of EU sanctions, French officials have impounded the Boracay tanker carrying Russian oil products near Cherbourg. The vessel, linked to a sanctioned Russian oligarch, highlights Europe's tightening grip on Moscow's energy exports

Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.

Seven UK Property Markets Shift to Favour Buyers

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic power shift in the UK property landscape, with seven major metropolitan areas now favouring purchasers amid growing concerns of a market correction. Discover the locations where negotiating power is returning to buyer

Chilling CCTV shows Russian missile strike on Dnipro

Shocking new CCTV video captures the precise moment a Russian missile slams into a residential building in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, in a brutal attack underscoring the ongoing terror faced by civilians.

Reeves to Seize Russian Assets for Ukraine

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts, aligning with G7 allies and signalling a tougher stance on Kremlin-linked wealth.

Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside

Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.

Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row

Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l

EU Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russian Oil & Gas

The European Union unveils its most aggressive sanctions package yet, directly targeting Russia's critical oil and gas sectors. The move aims to cripple Putin's ability to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the West's eco

Lithuania dismantles Russian spy ring in Vilnius

Lithuanian intelligence exposes a sophisticated Russian spy network operating in Vilnius, arresting a suspect linked to the Wagner Group and foiling plans to recruit operatives for sabotage.

Sydney Property Booms as Melbourne Market Stagnates

A dramatic two-tier property market emerges across Australia. New data reveals Sydney's house prices are skyrocketing towards record highs, while Melbourne's market stagnates and Brisbane shows strong growth. Experts analyse the driving forces behind this

Luckin Coffee Overtakes Starbucks in Chinese Market

In a stunning corporate comeback, Chinese coffee giant Luckin Coffee has dethroned Starbucks to become the market leader in China, reporting record sales and profitability just years after a major accounting scandal.

UK House Price Crash Alert: Major Cities Show Warning Signs

Exclusive analysis reveals alarming property market indicators across Britain's largest metros. Liverpool, Manchester, and Birmingham show critical overvaluation signals that could precede significant price corrections. Discover which areas are most at ri

Sultana's Fiery Plea to Starmer: 'Give Us Our Party Back'

Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, accusing him of purging the left and betraying the party's core values. In a defiant conference speech, she demands the return of a member-led Labour Party.

UK Wage Growth Cools to 5.7% as Job Market Slows

New official figures reveal UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% in the three months to August 2025, as the labour market shows clear signs of cooling. Unemployment holds steady at 4.3% while job vacancies continue their decline.

UK Wage Growth Slows to 5.7% as Job Market Cools

Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.

Tesla Shares Crash After Musk's $56bn Pay Deal Rejected

Tesla faces a staggering $50bn market valuation loss as shareholders reject Elon Musk's colossal $56bn pay package, triggering a dramatic share price collapse and raising serious corporate governance concerns.

UK House Prices Post Sharpest Quarterly Drop Since 2011

Britain's property market faces a severe correction as new data reveals the fastest quarterly house price fall since 2011. With the Bank of England holding interest rates and a critical budget looming, homeowners and buyers brace for further uncertainty.

Ukraine's Railway Sabotage Cripples Russian Supply Lines

Exclusive briefing: Ukrainian special forces and partisans are systematically dismantling Russia's military supply lines through targeted strikes on key railway infrastructure, causing chaos and delays for Moscow's troops.

First-Time Buyers Delay Cars for £59k Deposits

Exclusive research reveals the heartbreaking financial trade-offs young Britons are making. Soaring mortgage deposits are forcing a generation to delay car ownership and major life events, creating a 'generation locked out' of the property market.

Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members

Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

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