Amidst the ruins of war-torn Syria, a remarkable economic resurgence is taking root as ancient marketplaces and traditional crafts experience an unexpected revival, offering a glimmer of hope for the Middle East's future stability.
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
The OECD delivers a stark warning that Britain will suffer the highest inflation among G7 nations next year, with Labour's looming Budget threatening severe tax increases amid economic turmoil.
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
The family of a 10-year-old British boy, whose mother took him to Syria to join ISIS, is fighting for his safe return from a squalid detention camp. They argue the UK government has a duty to rescue the child from a life of radicalisation and despair.
Shamima Begum, who fled London as a schoolgirl to join ISIS, has lost a fresh legal bid to have her newborn son recognised as a British citizen, leaving the child stateless in a Syrian camp.
A young Syrian man survives two days adrift in the Mediterranean, clinging to a plastic fuel canister, after a people-smuggling boat capsizes, claiming 11 lives. His harrowing story of hope and survival.
In a shocking interview, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad admits to the 2013 sarin gas attack on Ghouta that killed hundreds of civilians, marking a grim anniversary with a chilling confession.
Exclusive analysis reveals London's inflation rate remains significantly higher than the UK national average, creating a severe cost-of-living crisis for the capital's residents despite the Bank of England's efforts.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Australia unveils a revolutionary 'Measuring What Matters' report, shifting from pure economic growth to a holistic wellbeing framework that prioritises health, environment, and social equity for a truer measure of national prosperity.
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
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Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.
New official data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July 2025, dealing a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic strategy and raising fears of a prolonged stagnation.
Qatar issues a stern condemnation of recent Israeli airstrikes across the Middle East, warning of severe repercussions for regional stability and the security of the Gaza ceasefire negotiations.
A British terror suspect on trial at the Old Bailey claims he was forced to join ISIS in Syria after being kidnapped. The defence argues he was a victim, not a willing extremist, as the prosecution presents evidence from his electronic devices.
Qatar launches a fierce diplomatic offensive, condemning recent Israeli military actions in Gaza, Syria, and Yemen. Doha warns of catastrophic regional repercussions and a severe impact on fragile mediation efforts.
Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.
France's Prime Minister Gabriel Attal issues a stark economic warning against following Britain's high-tax model as he faces a critical no-confidence vote. Analysis of Europe's deepening financial crisis.
Exclusive: In a startling intervention, a senior Japanese statesman warns the nation's roaring stock market is overheating and echoes the dangerous 'bubble economy' of the 1980s, urging immediate government action.
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Exclusive: The emotional farewell letter written by SAS Sergeant Matt Tonroe to his young son before he was killed in a roadside bomb in Syria has been made public, revealing a father's eternal love and a soldier's brave acceptance of his duty.
In her inaugural Mais Lecture, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to be 'Britain's first green Chancellor' while committing to strict fiscal rules, marking a significant shift in economic policy.
In a landmark operation, Australia has repatriated 11 women and children from a Syrian detention camp, igniting a fierce debate on national security and human rights.
The UN nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, has found particles of processed uranium at a previously undeclared site in Syria. The discovery revives concerns over Damascus's clandestine nuclear activities and potential Israeli involvement.
Exclusive report reveals the growing humanitarian and security crisis as Australia refuses to repatriate dozens of women and children from squalid ISIS-linked detention camps in Syria.
An exclusive investigation into the escalating sectarian violence and brutal revenge killings in Syria, where old wounds fuel a new, hidden war long after the main conflict has faded from headlines.
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.