Brexit devastates Menai Strait mussel exports to EU
Shellfish exports from Wales' Menai Strait have collapsed from 10,000 tonnes to just 5 tonnes annually post-Brexit. Local fishers hope new EU trade talks could revive the industry.
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27-Year Global Walker Names Two Scariest Places
After 27 years walking the globe, ex-paratrooper Karl Bushby reveals the two most terrifying locations he encountered. Discover the dangers of the Darién Gap and the Bering Strait.
China accuses Japan of Taiwan intervention threat at UN
Beijing escalates diplomatic row with Tokyo to United Nations level, accusing Japan of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan. Read the latest developments.
Iran seizes tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard confirms seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker carrying unauthorised cargo. The incident escalates tensions in a vital global oil shipping route. Read the full report.
Taiwan opposition seeks China peace talks amid invasion fears
Taiwan's main opposition party is pushing for renewed dialogue with China as concerns grow over potential military action, with senior official Cheng Li-wun warning that 'time is running out' for peaceful resolution.
Gibraltar condemns Farage's 'foreign land' remarks
The Government of Gibraltar has launched a scathing attack on Nigel Farage after the Reform UK leader claimed the territory was a 'foreign land' and suggested British forces shouldn't defend it. Chief Minister Fabian Picardo accuses Farage of undermining
Taiwan's 'Kamikaze' Drones Reshape China Defence Strategy
Exclusive analysis reveals how Taiwan's asymmetric warfare strategy using advanced drone technology is creating a formidable deterrent against potential Chinese invasion, changing the military balance in the Asia-Pacific.
China warns US over Taiwan arms sales
China's Ministry of State Security accuses US of 'playing with fire' through latest military support for Taiwan, escalating tensions in strategic strait.
Taipei Mayor visits Shanghai amid China tensions
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wai-an makes controversial Shanghai visit for Taiwan-Friendly Cities event, as Beijing intensifies pressure on Taiwan's international engagements.
Taiwan bans officials from Chinese 'retrocession' events
Taiwan's government has prohibited all officials from participating in events marking the 'retrocession' of Taiwan to China, escalating tensions in cross-strait relations and reinforcing Taiwan's separate governance stance.
Taiwan bans all official contact with China
Taiwan implements sweeping ban on officials engaging with Chinese counterparts, marking significant deterioration in cross-strait relations and challenging Beijing's sovereignty claims.
Bad Bunny & George Strait Set for NFL Music Events
Global music sensation Bad Bunny is reportedly confirmed for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, while country music icon George Strait will perform at the NFL's kickoff event in a star-studded double-header.
Fisherman killed in Queensland shark attack
A 59-year-old fisherman has died after a devastating shark attack in Far North Queensland waters, marking the region's first fatal shark encounter in years. Emergency services recovered the man's body near Papua New Guinea border.
China offers bounties for Taiwanese military personnel
China intensifies psychological warfare against Taiwan with unprecedented bounty programme targeting military personnel, escalating cross-strait tensions.
Taiwan rejects Iron Dome missile defence system
Taiwan's defence ministry dismisses proposals for an Israeli-inspired missile shield, citing geographical differences and favouring asymmetric warfare strategies against potential Chinese aggression.
Taiwan's economic defiance against Chinese pressure
Amidst growing military tensions with China, Taiwan demonstrates remarkable economic strength with projected GDP growth of 3.5%, challenging Beijing's dominance claims.
British Land Rover's epic 14,000-mile journey to Siberia
In an astonishing feat of endurance, a British family navigates their Land Rover through 14 countries and treacherous terrain to reach the remote Siberian wilderness.
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.
Gibraltar's Luca Scanlon: Rising Football Star Interview
Exclusive interview with Gibraltar's rising star Luca Scanlon and his brother James as they discuss international football dreams, family bonds, and representing their nation on the global stage.
China stages mock missile attack on Royal Navy frigate
Exclusive: Beijing conducts provocative military exercise simulating destruction of British warship HMS Richmond with fighter jets executing 'constructive kill' in disputed waters
Royal Navy warship confronts Chinese military in South China Sea
HMS Spey faces aggressive manoeuvres from People's Liberation Army during freedom of navigation operation near contested Paracel Islands, escalating regional tensions.
Orcas Sink Luxury Yacht in Coordinated Attack Off Portugal
A pod of killer whales has sunk a 50ft sailing yacht in a coordinated attack near Gibraltar, marking the latest incident in a mysterious series of orca assaults on vessels in the region.
Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast
A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.
Taiwan releases civilian invasion survival handbook
Taiwan's government releases a civilian preparedness guide for potential military conflict, detailing survival strategies and emergency protocols as cross-strait tensions escalate.
China Warns Britain and US Over Taiwan Strait Warship Plan
Beijing threatens 'serious consequences' as Britain and the United States consider sending naval vessels through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, escalating tensions in the region.
Gibraltar Suffers Total Power Blackout, Emergency Crisis
Gibraltar faces a major emergency as a catastrophic power outage, caused by damaged undersea cables, leaves the Rock in darkness. Emergency services are inundated with calls as critical infrastructure fails.
Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack
Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.
China Launches 'Combat Patrol' in Taiwan Strait
China's military deploys ships and aircraft for a major 'joint combat patrol' in the Taiwan Strait, denouncing US-Canadian naval transit as 'deliberate provocation' and inflaming regional tensions.
Gibraltar rejects Spanish demand to remove Franco-era memorial
Gibraltar's Chief Minister Fabian Picardo firmly rejects Spanish calls to dismantle a contentious memorial to Spanish Civil War refugees, escalating tensions in UK-Spain relations.
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