China cuts water to UK diplomats in embassy standoff
Exclusive: Campaigners warn MPs not to surrender to Beijing's strong-arm tactics after China restricts water access to UK diplomats in escalating row over London mega-embassy plans.
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Gary Neville removes Union Flag used 'negatively' at match
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville explains his decision to remove a Union Flag being used in what he described as a 'negative fashion' during a football match, reigniting discussions about nationalism in sports.
Four arrested at pro-Palestine embassy protest
Four demonstrators detained during Palestine Action protest in Kensington as tensions escalate over Hamas conflict. Police confirm arrests for public order offences.
China accused of water torture on UK diplomats
Tensions escalate as Chinese authorities allegedly cut water supplies to British diplomats' housing in Beijing, prompting concerns over diplomatic retaliation amid ongoing disputes over London's new embassy.
Starmer faces China mega-embassy dilemma in London
Keir Starmer's government faces a complex diplomatic standoff as China pushes forward with plans for Europe's largest embassy complex in London, testing Britain's foreign policy balancing act between security concerns and international relations.
Greta Thunberg removed by police at Gaza protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was forcibly removed by Metropolitan Police officers during a demonstration against Israel's military actions in Gaza, sparking fresh debates about protest rights in London.
Trump's UK visit used wrong red in American flags
Exclusive investigation reveals the American flags displayed during Donald Trump's controversial state visit to Britain were the wrong shade of red, sparking diplomatic embarrassment and protocol breaches at the highest level.
Police confiscate Union Jack from teenager at protest
Northumbria Police face backlash after confiscating a Union Jack flag from a 16-year-old during counter-demonstration against migrant protests. Civil liberties groups question the legality of the seizure.
Trump's Secret Plan for White House Kenya Office Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's secret push to establish a White House satellite office in Nairobi, raising diplomatic eyebrows and policy concerns across Africa.
Taliban seize Kabul as Afghan government collapses
The Taliban has captured Afghanistan's capital Kabul, completing their stunning military offensive as President Ashraf Ghani flees the country and Western embassies evacuate personnel.
South African ambassador dies in Paris hotel fall
South Africa's ambassador to France, Mr. Nhlanhla Joseph Mahlangu, has died after falling from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Hotel Paris Madeleine in a suspected suicide, according to French authorities investigating the tragic incident.
Vandals target Olympic hero Adam Peaty's home with flag
British swimming champion Adam Peaty is targeted in a mindless act of vandalism as a St George's flag is plastered across his property, prompting a police investigation.
Nicaragua accuses Mexico of 'criminal' acts in embassy row
Daniel Ortega's government escalates tensions with Mexico, branding its embassy staff 'criminals' for sheltering Nicaraguan exiles, in a move that isolates the Central American nation further.
Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum in Embassy Amid Coup Arrest Threat
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has sought refuge at the Hungarian Embassy in Brasília, seeking political asylum to evade arrest over allegations of orchestrating a coup. The dramatic move signals escalating tensions in Brazilian politics.
Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum at Hungarian Embassy in Brasília
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro sought refuge in the Hungarian embassy in Brasília, following the confiscation of his passport amid an investigation into an alleged coup plot. The dramatic move has sparked international attention and raised dipl
Irish broadcaster RTÉ faces backlash over Gaza coverage
Irish state broadcaster RTÉ confronts intense criticism and political pressure over its reporting on the Israel-Gaza conflict, sparking a national debate on media impartiality.
Pro-Russian activists storm German Consulate in Milan
Pro-Russian activists breached the German Consulate in Milan, scaling the building and replacing the EU flag with the Russian tricolour in a brazen protest over the arrest of a blogger.
Tom Brady unretires for Saudi flag football event
In a jaw-dropping move, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is set to unretire, not for the NFL, but to lead a star-studded flag football event in Saudi Arabia this February, marking a major shift for the Gulf nation's sporting ambitions.
Paraguay defies Mexico, Brazil on Venezuela embassy
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña stands firm against diplomatic pressure from Mexico and Brazil to close his country's embassy in Caracas, calling it a matter of 'principle' and defending Venezuela's opposition.
Democrat States Defy Trump's Flag Order for Kirk
Several Democrat-led US states openly defy former President Trump's directive to fly flags at half-mast in honour of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a major political standoff.
Man cheers Charlie Hebdo attack at London protest
Shocking footage emerges of a man celebrating the Charlie Hebdo terror attack during a protest outside the French Embassy in London, sparking widespread condemnation and a Metropolitan Police investigation.
National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
Maduro Demands US Shut Its Embassy in Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has dramatically demanded the immediate closure of the US embassy in Caracas, accusing Washington of funding opposition plots and meddling in upcoming elections, in a move that threatens to escalate diplomatic tensions.
Starmer Condemns Qatar's 'Unacceptable' Strike Ban Threat
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has issued a stern rebuke to the Qatari government after British embassy staff in Doha were threatened with a blanket strike ban, denouncing the move as a fundamental breach of workers' rights.
UK Family's Lisbon Nightmare: Foreign Office Failure
A British family's dream move to Portugal turns into a bureaucratic crisis as the Foreign Office faces heavy criticism for its lack of support, leaving them stranded and their savings wiped out.
Elias Rodriguez pleads not guilty in embassy assault case
Elias Rodriguez pleads not guilty to assaulting two Israeli embassy staffers in a politically charged Westminster case. Full details on the court proceedings and the alleged attack outside a London bar.
Morgan Freeman Knighted by King Charles in London Ceremony
Hollywood icon Morgan Freeman receives an honorary knighthood from King Charles III in a star-studded ceremony at Buckingham Palace's Italian embassy, joining fashion royalty Giorgio Armani and Ralph Lauren.
Americans brand St George's flag 'oppressive' in online spat
A fiery online debate has erupted after US social media users bizarrely claimed the English flag is a symbol of oppression, sparking outrage and bemusement across Britain.
Price demands ban on Australian flag burning
Shadow Minister Jacinta Price calls for urgent legislation making Australian flag desecration illegal, challenging PM Albanese to defend national symbols.
Cape Cod's 'Woke' Flag Sparks Fury and Division
A fierce debate has erupted in the historic town of Sandwich, Massachusetts, after local officials controversially replaced the traditional town flag with a new 'woke' design, sparking accusations of erasing heritage and dividing the community.
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