Dozens of delivery drivers face deportation after UK crackdown
UK immigration enforcement arrested 171 gig economy workers last month, with 60 facing removal. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood leads a major push against illegal working.
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60 delivery riders to be deported from UK in illegal work crackdown
Around 60 delivery riders are being deported after a Home Office enforcement drive against illegal working. The operation saw 171 arrests last month as ministers target the gig economy.
Dozens of delivery riders face deportation after UK raids
UK immigration enforcement arrested 171 gig-economy workers last month, with 60 detained for removal. Read the full details of the Home Office crackdown.
Australia's Gig Workers Win $32/Hour Pay Deal
Uber Eats and DoorDash agree to a historic reform plan with the Transport Workers Union, setting a minimum pay rate and new protections for tens of thousands of delivery riders and drivers.
Australia Sets World-First Minimum Pay for Gig Drivers
Australia's food delivery giants, DoorDash and Uber Eats, have agreed with the Transport Workers' Union on a landmark deal for minimum pay and accident insurance for drivers. Discover the details of this world-first initiative.
Cruz Beckham's private gig leaves parents emotional
Cruz Beckham performed an intimate gig for family and friends in a private Notting Hill venue. David and Victoria Beckham booked the entire space, leaving them with 'tears of pride'. Read the full story.
Cruz Beckham's Family Pride After Intimate Gig
Cruz Beckham moved his parents David and Victoria to tears with a heartfelt performance. The star and his girlfriend also shared sweet PDA online. Discover the family's proud reactions.
Cruz Beckham's family support his London performance
Cruz Beckham performed with his band The Breakers in London, earning praise from parents David and Victoria. The 20-year-old showcased his new music to family and friends.
David and Victoria Beckham's pride at son Cruz's gig
David and Victoria Beckham were moved to tears watching son Cruz perform with his new band at a private Notting Hill gig. The family showed their full support for his music career.
Amyl and The Sniffers gig cancelled, band donates fee
A free Amyl and The Sniffers concert in Melbourne was shut down due to safety fears after crowd surge. The band responded by donating their fee as bar tabs across the city. Read the full story.
PepsiCo sells Pizza Hut China stake to Hillhouse Capital
PepsiCo divests controlling stake in Pizza Hut China operations to private equity firm Hillhouse Capital, marking significant restructuring of fast-food investments in Chinese market.
Bob Vylan Manchester gig cancelled after Jewish group complaint
Punk duo Bob Vylan's Manchester performance was abruptly cancelled after concerns raised by the Jewish Representative Council, sparking debate about free speech and antisemitism in music.
DPD drivers claim revenge sackings over pay cut protests
Delivery giant DPD faces allegations of systematically firing drivers who spoke out against significant pay reductions, raising concerns about workers' rights in the gig economy.
Stand-Up Disaster: When Audience Actually Laughed
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts the terrifying moment his comedy routine went unexpectedly right when disaster struck during a live performance.
UK cracks down on illegal migrants in food delivery apps
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood launches sweeping immigration crackdown targeting food delivery platforms, requiring stringent right-to-work checks to combat illegal employment.
Home Office threatens Deliveroo riders with deportation
The UK government is targeting migrant delivery riders with removal warnings, sparking outrage from Labour and migrant rights organisations over hostile environment tactics.
Trump's high-risk China trip amid trade war tensions
Former President Donald Trump embarks on his most perilous foreign mission yet, heading to China as trade tensions reach boiling point. Exclusive analysis of the risks and potential rewards.
Uber Eats driver carjacked at knifepoint in London
A delivery driver was violently carjacked by knife-wielding thieves in Croydon while making an Uber Eats delivery, in a terrifying attack that highlights growing safety concerns for gig economy workers.
Beijing's Delivery Riders: Stories of China's Gig Economy
A groundbreaking collection reveals the hidden struggles of China's gig economy workers, exposing the human cost behind Beijing's convenience culture through powerful fictional narratives.
China's Economy Grows 5.2% Despite Trump Tariff Threats
China's economy shows surprising resilience with GDP growth accelerating to 5.2% in Q3 2025, defying Trump's aggressive tariff measures and property sector challenges.
Trump's China Tariff Threat: Global Trade at Risk
As Donald Trump prepares sweeping new tariffs against China, experts warn of catastrophic consequences for global trade and geopolitical stability. Analysis reveals why Beijing may be preparing to call Washington's bluff.
Cruz Beckham's girlfriend Jackie Apostel revealed at gig
Exclusive: David and Victoria Beckham's son Cruz makes rare public appearance with girlfriend Jackie Apostel at secret London gig, spark romance rumours and fan frenzy.
Cruz Beckham rocks out with The Kooks at London pub
David and Victoria Beckham's son Cruz Beckham was spotted enjoying an electrifying performance by The Kooks at a packed London pub, joined by girlfriend Jackie Apostel who was moved to tears by the emotional performance in front of just 100 lucky fans.
China arrests pastor Jin Mingri in Zion Church crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese authorities' intensified crackdown on underground Christian churches, with prominent pastor Jin Mingri facing serious charges amid growing religious persecution concerns.
Cruz Beckham's pub gig debut rocks London venue
Cruz Beckham, the 20-year-old son of football legend David and fashion icon Victoria, made his musical debut at a packed London pub, showcasing his rock ambitions to an enthusiastic crowd.
Newsom signs AB7, reshaping California worker classification
Governor Gavin Newsom signs landmark AB7 legislation, creating seismic changes to California's employment landscape and sparking intense debate about worker classification.
Philippines: Chinese ship deliberately rammed our boat
Tensions escalate dramatically as Manila reports intentional ramming of government boat by Chinese ship in contested waters, marking dangerous new phase in maritime standoff.
Trump threatens 60% China tariffs in election pledge
Former President Donald Trump proposes sweeping 60% tariffs on Chinese imports, sparking concerns about renewed trade tensions and potential market volatility ahead of potential 2024 election return.
Labour recalibrates China policy after spy case fails
The UK government is recalibrating its approach to Beijing following the dramatic collapse of a high-profile espionage case, signalling a potential thaw in Sino-British relations.
Trump Plans 60% China Tariffs If Re-elected
Former President Donald Trump announces dramatic new 60% tariffs on Chinese imports if re-elected, risking global trade disruption and higher consumer prices worldwide.
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