Four jailed in Iranian plot to kill US journalist
Four men receive lengthy prison sentences for their roles in a sophisticated Iranian assassination plot targeting prominent activist Masih Alinejad on American soil.
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Iranian assassination plot against UK journalists foiled
British security services uncover sophisticated Iranian plot to assassinate two prominent journalists on UK soil, raising serious national security concerns.
Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests
Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.
Brits to be poorer than Turks and Latvians by 2040s
Groundbreaking economic research reveals Britain is on course to be outperformed by Turkey and Latvia within two decades, with the UK facing its worst relative decline in living standards since records began.
Iranian Director Wins Cannes Top Prize Despite Prison Sentence
Mohammad Rasoulof's Palme d'Or win at Cannes comes amid an eight-year prison sentence and travel ban from Tehran, creating international headlines about artistic freedom and political repression.
Egyptian and Iranian men charged with Brighton beach rape
Three foreign nationals face serious sexual offence charges after a woman was brutally attacked on Brighton beach in late-night horror incident that has shocked the seaside community.
UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.
Late-night pub hours failing communities, report warns
A sobering new analysis reveals that relaxed late-night licensing laws are creating more problems than prosperity, with local residents bearing the brunt of noise and disruption while promised economic benefits fail to materialise.
World's Best Economy Class With High-Tech Seats
Discover which airline has been crowned the world's best economy class, featuring revolutionary seats and gourmet meals that are transforming budget air travel.
Swinney's Stark Warning on Scotland's Economic Future
Scotland's Deputy First Minister issues urgent economic assessment, revealing critical challenges facing the nation's finances and public services.
Scottish Business Confidence Hits Record Low
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
French crisis sparks global bond market meltdown fears
As France's political turmoil sends shockwaves through European bond markets, experts warn Britain and other governments face similar debt crises. Discover why global financial stability hangs in the balance.
Iran to move capital from Tehran due to water crisis
Iran's president has announced an urgent plan to move the country's capital from Tehran, citing severe water shortages and environmental threats that make the city increasingly uninhabitable.
Israeli air strike hits Iranian officials in Damascus
Explosions rock Syrian capital as alleged Israeli missile attack hits building near Iranian embassy, marking significant escalation in regional tensions.
US deports 120 Iranian nationals in diplomatic move
Iran confirms 120 citizens are being repatriated from US detention in what Tehran calls a 'humanitarian agreement' amid ongoing tensions between the nations.
UK Economy Shows Zero Growth in April as Sectors Struggle
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
UK Faces Worst G7 Inflation as OECD Warns of Labour Tax Raid
The OECD delivers a stark warning that Britain will suffer the highest inflation among G7 nations next year, with Labour's looming Budget threatening severe tax increases amid economic turmoil.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
Iranian migrant removed from France under UK-France deal
An Iranian migrant who reached the UK via small boat has been removed from France under a bilateral agreement, raising questions about Channel crossing policies and Anglo-French cooperation on immigration.
London's inflation crisis defies UK-wide cooling trend
Exclusive analysis reveals London's inflation rate remains significantly higher than the UK national average, creating a severe cost-of-living crisis for the capital's residents despite the Bank of England's efforts.
Iran Bars Jafar Panahi's Film From Oscar Submission
In a stark act of cinematic censorship, Iranian authorities have blocked the submission of acclaimed director Jafar Panahi's 'No Bears' for the Best International Feature Film Oscar, reigniting global debates on artistic freedom and political repression.
Germany Faces Ruin as Welfare State Buckles, Chancellor Warns
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Australia Ditches GDP for Holistic Wellbeing Framework
Australia unveils a revolutionary 'Measuring What Matters' report, shifting from pure economic growth to a holistic wellbeing framework that prioritises health, environment, and social equity for a truer measure of national prosperity.
Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
Emirates Premium Economy Review: Is The Upgrade Worth It?
Considering an upgrade to Emirates Premium Economy? Our in-depth review breaks down the seats, service, and overall value on the Airbus A380 to help you decide if it's worth the extra cost for your next long-haul flight.
Reeves: Russia's Sanction-Hit Economy is a "Failure"
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.
Sudan Conflict: RSF Deploys Kamikaze Drones in Darfur
Exclusive report on the devastating use of Iranian-made 'kamikaze drones' by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan's Darfur region, marking a dangerous new phase in the civil war and threatening a humanitarian catastrophe.
UK Economy Flatlines in July with 0.0% Growth
New official data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July 2025, dealing a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic strategy and raising fears of a prolonged stagnation.
Billionaire Blasts Trump's 'Risky' Economic Policies
Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.
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