Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee has launched a fierce defence of the city's national security laws, dismissing a critical US report as 'slander' and vowing to combat any foreign sanctions, in a significant escalation of diplomatic tensions.
A California donkey named Cupid is on the mend after being shot through the neck with a 2ft arrow in a shocking animal cruelty case that has sparked a police hunt and an outpouring of public support.
Former President Donald Trump has launched a furious threat to sue The New York Times after it published a report alleging he paid just $750 in federal income taxes in 2016. The explosive claim has ignited a fresh firestorm.
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Former US President Donald Trump has launched a colossal $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, alleging a conspiracy to obtain his confidential tax records. The legal battle centres on a Pulitzer Prize-winning 2018 investigation.
Exclusive report reveals desperate conditions and legal limbo for migrants held in UK detention centres under the new returns agreement with France. Mental health crises and hunger strikes escalate.
A major new UK consumer rights expansion means you now have a mandatory 14-day period to return almost anything bought online. Here's what you need to know.
A British father, accused by the US of spying for China, is fighting extradition from the UK after fleeing Hong Kong. Now on house arrest in Britain, he claims the charges are politically motivated.
A comprehensive investigation by the Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor details harrowing accounts of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and rights violations against pro-democracy detainees, raising grave concerns over the erosion of the city's judicia
Hong Kong's legislature is poised for a historic vote on a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex partnerships, a significant step for LGBTQ+ rights in the territory, though it stops short of full marriage equality.
UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle issues a stern warning to Beijing, expressing 'profound concern' over the new security measures in Hong Kong and their potential impact on UK-China trade relations.
In a groundbreaking decision, Hong Kong's top court grants parental rights to a non-biological mother in a same-sex couple, setting a new precedent for LGBTQ+ families in the region after a four-year legal battle.
NBA superstar LeBron James faces intense criticism for his public support of the Chinese government's stance on Hong Kong, prioritising business interests over human rights and drawing accusations of hypocrisy from activists and fans.
A Hong Kong national has been sentenced to a decade in an Indonesian prison after a Zoom video call was used as evidence in a Bali drug case, highlighting the island's strict anti-narcotics laws.
Exclusive: Immigration Minister Kevin Foster announces hardline strategy to suspend visas for countries that do not cooperate with the removal of unsuccessful asylum seekers, marking a significant shift in UK border policy.
Catch all the live action as Afghanistan takes on Hong Kong in a crucial T20 World Cup 2024 group stage clash. Get live score updates, key moments, and analysis from this must-win match.
In a bold opening move, Britain's new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is set to wield powerful new legislation to suspend visa access for countries refusing to take back migrants arriving via small boats. This hardline strategy, inherited from the Tory pla
A new multi-million pound agreement between the UK and France will see a major boost in patrols and technology to stop small boat crossings and swiftly return migrants.
A deep dive into the 2000s martial arts film revolution, exploring how Jackie Chan's 'Rush Hour' and Jet Li's 'Crouching Tiger' redefined global cinema and bridged East-West cultural divides.
A newborn donkey named Doodle makes a miraculous recovery and finds his voice after emergency surgery at The Donkey Sanctuary in Devon, bringing joy to staff and symbolising hope for rescued animals.
Our in-depth review of the Bugaboo Donkey 5 pram reveals whether this premium, versatile stroller lives up to its hefty price tag for British families navigating urban life.
A seasoned traveller who has visited all 193 UN-recognised nations reveals the one destination he would never return to, citing a horrific experience that makes it the undisputed worst place on Earth.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces scrutiny as she fails to guarantee the swift return of asylum seekers to France under a proposed one-for-one agreement, casting doubt on Labour's immigration strategy.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges to scrap the stalled Rwanda scheme and establish a new 'Returns and Enforcement Unit' to fast-track asylum decisions and remove those with no right to stay, criticising the government's 'complete failure'.
The UN refugee agency warns of a coercive campaign by Syria's government, forcing vulnerable refugees in Lebanon to return to an unsafe homeland, despite ongoing risks and lack of basic services.
HMRC is permanently ending paper self-assessment tax returns. This guide explains the mandatory shift to online filing, key deadlines, and how to avoid penalties in the new digital-only system.
Rising country music sensation Bryan Martin has publicly apologised after being dramatically detained by police mid-performance. The incident, captured on video, shows officers leading him away from his own concert, sparking widespread fan concern and spe
Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial absence from a friendly match in Hong Kong has ignited a firestorm of fan anger and a refund demand, as Al-Nassr and organisers clash over the official explanation.
Irish pop sensation CMAT uses her highly anticipated second album, 'Euro Country', to deliver a scathing and witty rebuttal to online fat-shamers, transforming personal trolling into a triumphant musical statement.
Thirteen pro-democracy campaigners and former lawmakers in Hong Kong have been convicted under Beijing's controversial national security law, facing potential life imprisonment in a landmark trial that critics decry as a political purge.