Labour MPs demand Reeves U-turn on foreign aid cuts
Senior Labour MPs demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves provides a roadmap to restore the UK's foreign aid budget to 0.7% of GNI, warning current cuts risk lives and UK influence.
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Record exodus of overseas doctors from UK NHS
A record 4,880 overseas-trained doctors left the UK in 2024, a 26% rise, with NHS leaders blaming anti-migrant sentiment. Read the full analysis of this crisis.
Former Ministers: Defence Boost Must Not Cut Aid
Ex-ministers argue UK's soft power is vital for global stability. Cutting foreign aid for defence spending risks Britain's influence and security. A return to 0.7% is essential.
UK woman murdered in US after fetish site meeting
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, travelled to Florida intending to be killed by a man she met online. Her body was found in a shallow grave. Read the full investigation.
UK Helicopter Pilot Jailed 20 Years for Murder
Aaron Rainbow, 50, from Surrey, receives maximum sentence for the brutal stabbing of Oscar Tornero Rovira in Spain. Read the full details of this tragic case.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Farage's £25bn Budget Plan to Avert Tax Rises
Nigel Farage demands Chancellor Rachel Reeves avoid tax hikes by cutting overseas aid and migrant benefits. His plan claims to save £25bn. Read the full proposal.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
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.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Vodafone's revolutionary phone deal for British soldiers abroad
Vodafone launches revolutionary mobile package offering British soldiers stationed overseas free calls and texts to UK numbers, eliminating communication barriers for military families.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
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.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
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.
Aid cuts threaten tropical disease progress
Critical reductions in international aid are putting hard-won gains against debilitating tropical diseases at risk, potentially affecting millions of vulnerable people worldwide.
Ireland builds diplomatic bridge with Jamaica construction project
Dublin announces ambitious construction initiative in Kingston, strengthening diplomatic relations between Ireland and Jamaica through symbolic architectural partnership.
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.
Flight attendant's shopping secrets for cheaper products abroad
A seasoned flight attendant reveals the surprising everyday products that are significantly cheaper overseas, from French pharmacy favourites to Spanish supermarket steals that'll save you a fortune.
HMRC freezes child benefits for British families abroad
Thousands of British expat families face financial strain as HMRC freezes overseas child benefit payments amid cost of living crisis. Discover how this policy change affects families living abroad.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Malaria Resurgence: A Warning of Global Health Crisis
As international aid budgets shrink, malaria cases are rising dramatically. This deadly resurgence could signal a much broader global health crisis in the making.
Australia isolated in Pacific aid battle with China
New analysis shows Australia is increasingly isolated in its efforts to counter China's expanding influence across the Pacific through development aid, as other Western nations scale back their presence in the region.
Liam Neeson slams 'shameful' UK aid cuts
Hollywood star Liam Neeson launches scathing attack on UK government's foreign aid reductions, calling the decision 'shameful' and warning it will have devastating consequences for world's most vulnerable.
La Liga plans Barcelona vs Villarreal Miami fixture
La Liga president Javier Tebas confirms plans to stage Barcelona vs Villarreal in Miami, marking Spanish football's boldest international expansion move yet.
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.
La Liga takes Girona vs Real Sociedad to Miami
La Liga takes another bold step across the Atlantic with Girona vs Real Sociedad in Miami, sparking debate about football's global future and Spanish fan backlash.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
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