Lammy suggests EU customs union could boost UK economy
Deputy PM David Lammy hints at Brexit reversal, citing 4% productivity hit. Labour faces internal pressure to undo economic damage. Read the latest Westminster debate.
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37,000+ Brits arrested abroad since 2016, warns Foreign Office
New Foreign Office data reveals a sharp rise in UK nationals detained overseas. Travel experts urge holidaymakers to research local laws, as travel insurance does not cover legal trouble.
UK closes £135 import duty loophole for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the end of the £135 import duty exemption for small overseas parcels, a move set to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
UK ends £135 import duty exemption for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves closes the import duty loophole for small parcels under £135, aiming to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
Self-Serve Froyo Tipping Sparks Customer Outrage
American tipping culture faces a backlash as customers revolt against being asked for gratuity at self-serve frozen yogurt shops where they do all the work.
Forgotten Christmas Traditions Worth Bringing Back
Discover which vintage British Christmas customs are making a comeback this festive season. From parlour games to edible decorations, explore how to add nostalgic charm to your celebrations.
US Immigration Operation 'Charlotte's Web' Concludes
A major federal immigration operation in North Carolina, resulting in hundreds of arrests, has been officially terminated. Discover the full story behind the crackdown's end.
Man faces 20 years for smuggling parakeets in trousers
A man who claimed a bulge in his trousers was 'all him' is facing 20 years in prison for smuggling two critically endangered, sedated parakeets. Read the full story.
Former CBP Officer Sentenced for Drug Trafficking
A former US Customs officer receives a 15-year prison sentence for conspiring with Mexican traffickers to smuggle vast quantities of drugs, including fentanyl, into the United States.
US Border Agents Launch Charlotte Immigration Operation
US Customs and Border Protection personnel are expected in Charlotte for an enforcement operation, prompting community response and solidarity from local leaders.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
US-Mexico Border Wall: A Visual Documentary
Stunning photographic essay reveals the stark reality of America's border landscape, capturing the human stories and physical barriers shaping one of the world's most controversial frontiers.
Singapore seizes £2.3m dinosaur skeletons in smuggling raid
In a dramatic operation, Singaporean officials have confiscated 30 dinosaur skeletons worth millions from a local businessman, uncovering what appears to be one of Asia's largest paleontological smuggling cases.
Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll
A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.
£2M gold and jewellery seized at Manchester Airport
Customs officials at Manchester Airport have intercepted a massive smuggling operation, confiscating gold bars and luxury jewellery worth approximately £2 million from passengers arriving from Dubai.
Border agents conducting thousands of warrantless phone searches
US Customs and Border Protection officers are conducting thousands of warrantless phone searches annually, raising serious concerns about digital privacy rights for international travellers.
Labour's Brexit Rebellion: Starmer Under Pressure
Sir Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure from Labour MPs and members to embrace single market membership, exposing deep party divisions over Britain's future relationship with Europe.
Thai tourist's £10k cash seized at Australian border
A Thai traveller's Australian dream holiday turned into a financial nightmare after border officials discovered £10,000 in undeclared cash hidden throughout his luggage at Sydney Airport.
ICE operation on Manhattan's Canal Street sparks outrage
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers conducted a contentious operation on Manhattan's historic Canal Street, drawing criticism from local leaders and community advocates.
Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
The Complete Guide to Tipping Etiquette in the UK
Master the art of tipping in Britain with this comprehensive guide covering restaurants, hotels, taxis and service charges. Learn when and how much to tip for various services.
MPs: HMRC misses millions from gaming tax gap
A powerful Treasury Committee report reveals HMRC is failing to collect substantial tax revenue from major video game companies, including Fortnite maker Epic Games, urging urgent reforms to tackle digital economy tax avoidance.
French customs block British shellfish in border clash
British shellfish exporters face renewed French customs rejections as border checks intensify under Labour's post-Brexit EU reset, threatening UK fishing industry recovery.
French customs block UK shellfish despite EU reset
French customs officials are rejecting shipments of British shellfish, dealing a fresh blow to UK exporters despite the recent 'reset' agreement between Britain and the European Union.
South Korea seizes £2.6m ketamine in major Jeju Island bust
South Korean authorities intercept 4kg of ketamine worth £2.6 million on Jeju Island, exposing sophisticated drug smuggling operations and growing addiction concerns in East Asia.
Sophisticated smuggling tunnel found at US-Mexico border
Authorities have uncovered a sophisticated cross-border smuggling tunnel stretching from Mexico to California, complete with ventilation, electricity, and rail system in major border security operation.
Tommy Robinson stopped at Channel border, phone seized
Exclusive footage reveals the moment controversial activist Tommy Robinson was refused entry to France after border officials confiscated his phone and cash for failing to provide PIN codes. The dramatic confrontation at the Channel border has sparked fre
Pakistan-Afghanistan border erupts in heavy clashes
Intense border clashes between Pakistani forces and Afghan militants have escalated dramatically, raising fears of a major regional conflict. Exclusive analysis of the unfolding crisis.
Oklahoma Governor Rejects Trump's Border Troop Request
In a surprising political rift, Oklahoma's Republican Governor Kevin Stitt has rejected former President Donald Trump's appeal to send National Guard troops to the Texas-Mexico border, citing state sovereignty concerns.
New EU Border System to Reshape UK Travel from October
Major border overhaul looms as Britain prepares to implement EU-style Entry/Exit System, bringing biometric checks and potential delays for travellers from October 2024.
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