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.
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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.
Cuba Declares Emergency After Catastrophic Flooding
Eastern Cuba faces a severe natural disaster as torrential rains cause major flooding, forcing mass evacuations and critical infrastructure damage in Santiago de Cuba and Guantánamo.
Nationwide Blackout Plunges Cuba Into Darkness and Protest
Cuba faces a severe nationwide power cut, plunging millions into darkness and triggering protests. The blackout, one of the worst in recent history, highlights the island's ongoing energy crisis and economic struggles.
Putin Sends Nuclear Sub to Cuba in 'Dangerous' Escalation
Vladimir Putin has crossed a major red line, sending a nuclear-capable frigate and a submarine to Cuba just 90 miles from the US coast. Experts warn this is a direct response to Western support for Ukraine and a severe escalation of tensions.
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.
Badenoch blasts Labour over Brexit trade deal criticism
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches a fierce defence of the UK-Australia trade deal, accusing the Labour Party of 'sore losing' and undermining British businesses for political gain.
Canada Scraps Tariffs on UK Goods in Major Trade Deal
In a significant boost for post-Brexit Britain, Canada has agreed to remove all tariffs on UK exports, paving the way for a sweeping new trade deal. The move, warmly welcomed by the City of London and Wall Street, signals a new era of economic cooperation
Karen Gillan Joins James Caan in New Thriller 'The Firing Squad'
Former Doctor Who star Karen Gillan is set to appear alongside James Caan and Cuba Gooding Jr. in a powerful new death row drama, 'The Firing Squad', based on a remarkable true story.
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