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First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai

Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.

Foreign ownership of UK firms surges 60%

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in foreign takeovers of British businesses, with nearly 9,000 UK companies now under overseas control as global investors capitalise on post-Brexit opportunities.

Army dentists deployed to Turkey for troops' dental care

British Army dental specialists are conducting emergency treatments for service personnel stationed in Turkey, addressing urgent dental issues that could compromise military readiness and operational effectiveness.

Tourist numbers plunge as tax-free shopping scrapped

Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's tourism industry is suffering a £1.5bn blow as overseas visitors abandon UK shopping trips following the abolition of tax-free shopping. Industry leaders issue urgent Budget plea to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.

Serie A plans historic Australian league match

Italian football is set to make history as Serie A plans its first-ever official league match on Australian soil, following in the footsteps of La Liga's global expansion strategy.

UK surrenders Chagos Islands to Mauritius amid China fears

British MPs have signed a secretive agreement returning the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, raising national security concerns as China invests £30 billion in Mauritian infrastructure, potentially compromising a crucial UK-US military base.

Hiker falls 800 feet in Grand Teton rescue drama

A 21-year-old hiker suffered catastrophic injuries after falling 800 feet in Grand Teton National Park, prompting a complex mountain rescue operation that tested emergency responders to their limits.

Chinese lobbying on Chagos Islands exposed in Parliament

Labour MP Stephen Doughty exposes concerning Chinese lobbying efforts targeting UK politicians regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British politics.

British family homeless after Spanish property nightmare

A British family's dream of owning a sun-drenched Spanish villa turned into a devastating reality when construction flaws left them homeless and facing financial ruin. Discover their cautionary tale of overseas property investment gone terribly wrong.

Yosemite faces closure in US government shutdown crisis

America's iconic national parks, including Yosemite, brace for potential closures and service disruptions as political deadlock threatens another US government shutdown, putting wildlife and tourism at risk.

Bogus Bride's Fake Wedding Scam Exposed

A cunning fraudster orchestrated an elaborate fake wedding ceremony abroad, convincing her partner's family she was married in a sophisticated con that exposed shocking vulnerabilities in international documentation.

Haaland turns geography teacher in Norway camp

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland reveals unexpected geography expertise during international break, correcting a major error in Norway's national anthem that's gone unnoticed for years.

AC Milan to play Serie A match in Australia

Italian giants AC Milan are reportedly finalising plans for a historic overseas league match in Australia, marking a significant shift in Serie A's international expansion strategy.

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