China offers students a free 9-day snow holiday
Over 70,000 students in China's Xinjiang region get a nine-day snow holiday with free skiing and transport. Discover how this fuels a £160bn winter sports economy.
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New Troubles Legacy Bill to Address 'Unfinished Business'
New legacy legislation will establish a commission to investigate Troubles-related killings, giving answers to grieving families across the UK. Read the latest developments.
Harris: 'Window of Opportunity' on Troubles Legacy
Irish Deputy PM Simon Harris says UK and Irish governments must seize the chance for Troubles truth and justice. New legislation gets second reading.
GB Curling Teams Train in Italian Alps for Beijing Olympics
Great Britain's curling teams for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics have established their European training headquarters in the Italian Alps, preparing for medal contention away from home comforts.
Team GB COVID Outbreak Threatens Winter Olympic Participation
Great Britain's Winter Olympic preparations face disruption as multiple athletes and staff test positive for COVID-19 during final training camp in Milan, casting uncertainty over Beijing participation.
MLB stars to play in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred confirms MLB players will compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking baseball's dramatic return to the global stage after 24 years.
Laura Kenny champions breastfeeding athletes at Olympics
Cycling legend Dame Laura Kenny opens up about her emotional decision to continue breastfeeding while competing in Paris 2024, breaking barriers for athlete mothers everywhere.
Mike and Zara Tindall's Olympic Paris Plans
Former England rugby star Mike Tindall and his wife Zara are reportedly planning to attend the Paris 2024 Olympics, with Mike potentially working in broadcasting while supporting athletes.
California's Betty Yee Champions LA 2028 Olympic Legacy
California's influential financial leader throws weight behind LA 2028 Olympics with ambitious economic and social legacy plans that could redefine how host cities approach the Games.
China Warns Retaliation Over Trump 100% Tariff Threat
China warns of 'necessary measures' to protect its interests following Donald Trump's proposal for sweeping 100% tariffs on all Chinese goods, escalating global trade tensions.
Ex-PM chief blocked from China role over security fears
Exclusive: Jonathan Powell, Tony Blair's former chief of staff, blocked from joining Chinese advisory board after UK government raises national security concerns about Beijing's influence operations.
Trump: China Wants to 'Hurt' United States
Former President Donald Trump makes explosive claims about China's intentions toward America during Washington rally, escalating diplomatic tensions between the world powers.
Myanmar junta forces Chinese language in schools
In a controversial move, Myanmar's military regime is compelling schools to implement Chinese language instruction, raising concerns about Beijing's growing influence and the erosion of local educational autonomy.
Chinese spy app infiltrated UK phones in covert operation
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese operatives used a shadowy messaging platform to monitor British citizens' devices while Metropolitan Police remained unaware of the security breach.
China invites US defence officials for talks in Guangxi
In a significant diplomatic development, China has invited US defence officials for crucial talks in Guangxi, signalling potential warming relations between the superpowers after years of tension.
Trump warns Xi: Hong Kong actions threaten US-China trade
Former President Donald Trump issues direct threat to Chinese leader Xi Jinping, warning that Beijing's aggressive actions in Hong Kong could jeopardise the crucial Phase One trade agreement between the world's two largest economies.
UK diplomat visits China after spying case collapses
Foreign Office Permanent Secretary Sir Philip Barton prepares for crucial Beijing talks following the dramatic collapse of a major spying case that strained UK-China relations.
Beijing Parcel Delivery: The Brutal Truth Exposed
Hu Anyan's powerful memoir 'I Deliver Parcels in Beijing' reveals the brutal truth behind China's gig economy, where delivery riders face exhaustion, exploitation and urban isolation in their relentless pursuit of the Chinese Dream.
Lazio Ultras Brothers Arrested in Olympics Corruption Plot
Italian police uncover shocking corruption plot involving Lazio ultras brothers attempting to infiltrate Winter Olympics through mafia-style intimidation and coercion tactics against nightclub owner.
Trump warns Xi: Hong Kong crackdown threatens US-China trade
Former President Donald Trump issues stark warning to Chinese leader Xi Jinping, suggesting Hong Kong security crackdown could jeopardise crucial trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing.
China warns Trump over Taiwan 'playing with fire' comments
China issues forceful condemnation after former President Trump suggests US wouldn't defend Taiwan, escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait
China warns UK over Parliament's Taiwan comments
Beijing delivers formal protest to British government after MPs referred to Taiwan as independent country during parliamentary debate, escalating diplomatic tensions.
Labour minister acknowledges China challenge, rejects 'enemy' label
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy admits China poses significant challenges to Britain but refuses to label Beijing as an enemy, calling instead for 'robust engagement' in exclusive interview.
UK drops China spying case over evidence failure
A high-profile investigation into alleged Chinese espionage collapsed after UK authorities failed to produce evidence supporting claims of a Beijing-directed threat, raising serious questions about intelligence handling.
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.
China installs surveillance cameras on Mount Everest
Beijing extends its controversial surveillance network to world's highest peak, installing cameras that monitor both Chinese and Nepalese sides of Everest amid growing geopolitical tensions.
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.
Anisimova stuns Gauff in China Open shocker
American qualifier Amanda Anisimova delivers stunning victory over US Open champion Coco Gauff in Beijing quarter-finals, marking her third top-10 win of 2024.
Anisimova stuns Gauff to reach China Open final
American qualifier Amanda Anisimova produces a spectacular performance to defeat compatriot Coco Gauff 6-2, 6-4 and advance to the China Open final in Beijing.
Kartal's China Open run ended by Noskova
British tennis hope Sonay Kartal sees her impressive China Open run halted by Czech teenager Linda Noskova in a straight-sets defeat that showcased the rising star's growing prowess.
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