Swinney demands Gaza ceasefire and end to UK arms exports
Scotland's new First Minister John Swinney calls for urgent ceasefire in Gaza and condemns UK arms exports to Israel, marking significant foreign policy stance.
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Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry
Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.
Kellogg's fined £500k for misleading health claims
Kellogg's Australia has been hit with a hefty A$500,000 fine for making false 'health halo' claims about its breakfast cereals. The Federal Court ruled the company misled consumers about the nutritional benefits of products like Nutri-Grain, Special K, an
Trump's Tariffs Damage UK Tea Exports, Says Fortnum's
The CEO of iconic British retailer Fortnum & Mason has issued a stark warning: US tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have severely damaged lucrative tea exports, costing the UK millions and threatening a historic trade relationship.
Starmer's U-turn: Labour drops UK steel tariff threat on US
In a major policy reversal, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party has abandoned plans to impose tariffs on UK steel exports to the US, a direct concession to Donald Trump's protectionist agenda. The move signals a pragmatic shift in Labour's trade strategy.
UK Farmer Killed in Horrific Grain Auger Accident
A UK farming community is in shock after a 55-year-old farmer was killed in a horrific accident involving a grain auger. The tragic incident serves as a stark safety warning.
Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Trump Threatens Russia Sanctions Over NATO Oil Purchases
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
Sainsbury's Partners with Alibaba for China E-Commerce Push
In a landmark move for UK retail, supermarket titan Sainsbury's partners with Alibaba to launch a flagship store on Tmall Global, offering British groceries to millions of Chinese consumers.
Iceland suspends UK arms licences over Gaza war
Iceland halts new arms export licences to the UK, citing international humanitarian law concerns over Gaza. A significant diplomatic move scrutinising Britain's role in the Israel-Hamas war.
UK's secret AI chip deal to counter Trump export ban threat
Exclusive: The UK government is negotiating a clandestine deal with leading tech firms, including OpenAI and NVIDIA, to safeguard the nation's AI infrastructure from a potential Trump-led US export ban, The Independent can reveal.
Iconic British Sports Car Returns to US After 25-Year Hiatus
In a stunning reversal, a legendary British sports car is poised to make a triumphant return to American roads after a quarter-century hiatus, overcoming its most controversial feature to meet modern standards.
China Secures Massive Siberian Gas Deal With Russia
Exclusive: As Europe weans itself off Russian gas, China secures a monumental energy deal with Siberia's Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, shifting the balance of global energy power and securing a bargain price for decades to come.
Trump & Mandelson Deal Cuts Scotch Whisky Tariffs
In a major boost for Scotland's economy, former political heavyweights Donald Trump and Peter Mandelson have brokered a groundbreaking agreement to dramatically reduce punitive US tariffs on Scotch Whisky, ending a long-standing trade dispute.
Greta Thunberg joins Gaza flotilla drone protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg participates in drone protest against UK government's arms exports to Israel, joining pro-Palestinian flotilla demonstration.
Trump Tariffs Sour UK-US Cheese Trade
UK cheese exporters are grappling with a potential crisis as new Trump administration tariffs threaten to curdle a multi-million pound trade with the US. Discover how British dairy is fighting back.
Volkswagen Secures US Deal to Avoid Trump Tariffs on Luxury Cars
Exclusive: Volkswagen Group secures a pivotal agreement with the US Trade Representative, exempting its luxury car imports from crippling 25% tariffs and securing its $4bn South Carolina investment.
Spanish PM Sánchez: Israel 'exterminating' people in Gaza
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez delivers a blistering condemnation of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, accusing it of 'exterminating defenceless people' and calling for an immediate end to EU arms exports. The remarks, made in parliament, signal a
China Export Growth Hits 6-Month Low Amid US Tariff Spat
China's export growth hits a six-month low, with shipments to the US plummeting amid escalating tariff tensions. Global oil prices also climb as markets react to the deepening trade rift.
Palestinians launch legal bid to stop UK arms exports to Israel
Palestinian organisations file a groundbreaking legal case against the UK Government, demanding an immediate halt to arms export licenses to Israel, citing violations of international law in Gaza.
UK Accused of Ignoring Duty to Prevent Gaza Genocide
Explosive evidence presented at a People's Tribunal in London alleges the UK government systematically ignored its legal duty to prevent genocide in Gaza, with witnesses detailing a pattern of ignored warnings and arms exports to Israel.
Trump's Tariff Plan: Threat to UK Economy Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed aggressive tariff regime could trigger a transatlantic trade war, spike consumer prices, and hit British businesses hard if he wins the 2024 election.
Iran Braces for 'Dangerous' UN Sanctions
Exclusive: Iranians face a deepening economic crisis as the UN Security Council considers reimposing crippling sanctions, with citizens fearing a return to the harsh austerity of the past.
UK Defence Secretary's Secret South Korea Trip Revealed
Defence Secretary John Healey makes covert visit to Seoul for high-stakes security talks, signalling a potential major shift in UK defence exports and Indo-Pacific strategy.
UK Car Production Surges 10% on EV and Export Demand
UK car manufacturing roared back to life in February with a 10% year-on-year increase. Driven by soaring demand for electric vehicles and robust exports, the industry signals a strong recovery, though domestic market challenges remain.
Nations Halt US Weapons Shipments Over Trump Tariffs
Exclusive: In a dramatic move, several allied nations have suspended arms exports to the United States, retaliating against former President Donald Trump's proposed tariff threats. This marks a significant escalation in global trade tensions.
Australia's F-35 Parts Ban: A Defence Earthquake
Exclusive analysis reveals the seismic impact a potential Australian halt of F-35 fighter jet parts would have on Israel's military operations and the global defence supply chain, raising urgent questions for UK foreign policy.
New Brexit export licences threaten UK food industry
UK food and agricultural exporters face a fresh Brexit blow as new EU licence requirements threaten to cripple small businesses with costly delays and complex paperwork, industry leaders warn.
Trump's Tariff Threat: UK Firms Face Billion-Pound US Trade War
British exporters are on high alert as former President Donald Trump proposes sweeping new tariffs on all US imports, a move that could cost UK firms billions and trigger a major transatlantic trade war.
Major Fire at Russian Baltic Gas Terminal After Suspected Attack
A massive fire has broken out at Novatek's Ust-Luga fuel terminal on the Baltic Sea, forcing a halt to operations. Ukrainian sources suggest a special services operation is behind the blaze, dealing a significant blow to Russian energy exports.
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