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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.

Indonesian diplomat shot in Lima: Peru probes contract killing

Peru's government investigates the assassination of an Indonesian embassy official in Lima, with evidence pointing towards a meticulously planned contract killing. The shocking diplomatic incident has sent ripples through international relations.

Iranian diplomats flee Canberra embassy in sudden night exit

EXCLUSIVE: Iranian diplomatic staff have been seen abruptly vacating their Canberra embassy in a hurried overnight operation, loading vehicles with sensitive equipment and personal effects, sparking intense speculation about a mass expulsion by the Austra

Australia summons Iran envoy over 'reprehensible' post

Australia has taken a firm diplomatic stand, summoning Iran's chargé d'affaires in Canberra to condemn a 'blatantly inflammatory' online post by the Iranian embassy targeting an Australian journalist.

USC Campus Lockdown Lifted After Active Shooter Scare

The University of South Carolina campus was plunged into a tense lockdown as police responded to reports of an active shooter. The all-clear was given after a thorough search, with no evidence of a threat found. Read the full account of the emergency resp

Survivalist's cabin reveals COVID conspiracy arsenal

Exclusive: The secluded wilderness cabin of Talon Vance, a US survivalist, has been uncovered, revealing a vast arsenal and a disturbing manifesto detailing a violent anti-lockdown plot targeting officials.

Israeli Embassy's Major Blunder Naming Australian PM

The Israeli Embassy faces a major diplomatic incident after a social media post mistakenly identified Australian PM Anthony Albanese as a critic of Israel, sparking outrage and demands for an apology.

Villanova University lockdown lifted after armed intruder scare

Villanova University outside Philadelphia was placed on a total lockdown after reports of an armed individual on campus. Heavily armed police swarmed the area before the 'all clear' was given. No shots were fired and no injuries were reported.

Wuhan's Controversial 'Dog Rental' Service Sparks Fury

A controversial 'pet rental' service in Wuhan, China, allows customers to borrow dogs for short periods, sparking a fierce ethical debate on animal welfare and the humanisation of pets in post-lockdown society.

Student killed in stabbing at Phoenix high school

A horrific stabbing at a Phoenix high school has left one student dead and a community in shock. The campus was plunged into a lockdown as police responded to the violent incident, with a suspect now in custody.

Met Officer Sacked for Tasering Man in Covid Lockdown

A Metropolitan Police officer has been barred from serving after using a Taser on a suspect during a Covid lockdown breach in 2021. The disciplinary panel found his use of force was 'unnecessary and disproportionate'.

Florida school lockdown over gun in backpack

A Florida mother recounts the terrifying moment her child's school went into lockdown after a gun was found in another student's backpack. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Pro-Palestine protesters clash with police in London

Violent scenes unfolded in London as pro-Palestine demonstrators clashed with police outside the Israeli embassy. Officers were attacked with bottles and fireworks amid rising tensions over the Gaza conflict.

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