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Venice's Lion of St Mark's May Have Chinese Origins

New scientific analysis suggests the legendary bronze lion guarding Venice's St Mark's Square contains metalwork possibly manufactured in 11th-century China, rewriting art history and trade routes.

Labubu Toy Craze Sparks UK Exploitation Investigation

Trading Standards launches an investigation into the Labubu toy craze after reports emerge of vulnerable Chinese nationals in the UK being pressured into buying and reselling the valuable figures at inflated prices.

Idris Elba's Passionate Venice Kisses with Wife Sabrina

Idris Elba and wife Sabrina Dhowre pack on the PDA during a romantic Venetian escape, shutting down speculation with a series of passionate kisses, just days after his co-star Rebecca Ferguson was also spotted in the city.

Chinese Heiress Crashes £300k Rolls-Royce in London

Exclusive details emerge as Chinese socialite LanLan Yang crashes her £300k Rolls-Royce Ghost in central London. The dramatic Westminster incident involved a Mercedes and left luxury debris across the street.

Chinese & Indian Channel Crossings Surge 100%

Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic shift in Channel crossings, with a 100% surge in Chinese and Indian nationals. The Home Office faces a new migration crisis as it grapples with sophisticated smuggling networks and international asylum claims.

Kim Novak's Golden Lion: From Poverty to Hollywood Legend

Screen icon Kim Novak, famed for 'Vertigo', receives the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement and reveals her astonishing journey from a poverty-stricken childhood to Hollywood royalty in a powerful new documentary.

Trump Accuses Big Pharma of COVID Cover-Up in Debate

In a fiery debate revelation, Donald Trump accuses pharmaceutical giants of a COVID-19 cover-up, vowing to force transparency on the pandemic's origins if re-elected. RFK Jr. backs the claim, igniting a new political firestorm.

Venice Film Festival hit by pro-Palestinian protests

The prestigious Venice Film Festival was rocked by demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists confronted attendees of an Israeli film premiere, highlighting the ongoing cultural tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict.

China Targets Telegram in Bangkok in Global Crackdown

Exclusive: Chinese authorities are attempting to block Telegram in Bangkok, pressuring Thai officials in a major escalation of its digital censorship efforts beyond its borders. Pavel Durov's encrypted app faces new global threat.

Thumb Length Reveals Secret of Human Brain Evolution

Groundbreaking research uncovers the fascinating link between primate thumb proportions and brain size, offering new insights into the evolutionary journey that shaped human intelligence and dexterity.

Chinese doctor accused of stealing cancer research in Houston

A Chinese doctor at Houston's prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center has been exposed as an alleged spy, accused of stealing groundbreaking cancer research in a sophisticated plot with ties to the Chinese government, raising major concerns over medical dat

Zhao Lusi's Agency Denies Exorcism Ritual for Depression

The talent agency representing Chinese actress Zhao Lusi has issued a furious denial after a viral video allegedly showed the star undergoing a shocking 'exorcism' ritual to cure depression, branding the claims as 'malicious' and 'fabricated'.

Mystery Dog Illness Strikes Venice Canals

A mysterious and potentially fatal illness is sickening dogs in Venice, California. Authorities are investigating the toxic algae-filled canals as the potential source, urging pet owners to keep their animals away from the water.

Dexter Prequel Series Axed in Shock Cancellation

Showtime has brutally cancelled the highly anticipated 'Dexter' prequel, 'Origins', before production even began, dealing a devastating blow to fans of the iconic serial killer drama.

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