Tories demand deportation of Egyptian dissident
Senior Conservatives dismiss a 'grovelling' apology from Alaa Abd El-Fattah over historic social media posts and urge the Home Secretary to strip his UK citizenship. Read the full story.
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Houthis Warn Israel Over Somaliland Recognition
Yemen's Houthi leader declares any Israeli presence in Somaliland a military target, following Israel's formal recognition of the breakaway region. Explore the escalating Red Sea tensions.
British-Egyptian Activist Apologises for Historic Tweets
Alaa Abd El-Fattah, the British-Egyptian activist freed from Egypt, issues an unequivocal apology for historic tweets calling for violence. The government condemns the 'abhorrent' posts as a political row erupts.
Pub staff snub gender-critical campaigners after court win
JD Wetherspoon staff in Edinburgh refused to serve gender-critical campaigners celebrating a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the definition of 'woman'. Founder Sir Tim Martin called it an 'initial hiccup'.
Alaa Abd el-Fattah apologises for decade-old tweets
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah issues an unreserved apology for shocking tweets written over 10 years ago, as political pressure mounts in the UK. Read his full statement and the fallout.
Australia 'Dangerously Unprepared' for Indo-Pacific Conflict
A leading defence analyst warns Australia is dangerously underprepared for potential conflict as China launches major 'Justice Mission 2025' drills near Taiwan. Urgent calls for increased defence spending and civil readiness.
Best UK Political Images of 2025: Trump, Tears & Trade
A visual review of a dramatic year in UK politics. From Trump's state visit and a crucial US trade deal to Chancellor's tears and Angela Rayner's resignation. See the key moments that defined 2025.
The Logic Behind Trump's Unorthodox Deal-Making Diplomacy
An analysis of Donald Trump's transactional foreign policy approach, examining the blend of peace, power, and profit that defines his potential second-term strategy. Read the full investigation.
Calls to bar Grenfell firms from public contracts
Ministers face pressure to prevent companies linked to the Grenfell Tower fire from securing taxpayer-funded work. Campaigners and MPs demand action.
Trump: 'Thorny Issues' Remain After Ukraine Peace Talks
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky conclude talks, with US security guarantees '100% agreed'. Russia warns European troops would be targets. Read the latest developments.
Neale Marriage Scandal: Tess Crosley Seen Without Wedding Ring
Tess Crosley, at the centre of the Lachie and Jules Neale split, is seen without her wedding ring as her husband looks downcast. Jules Neale speaks of betrayal.
US Teen Missing from Texas Home on Christmas Eve
Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, disappeared from her San Antonio home on 24 December. Authorities, including the FBI, fear she is in 'imminent danger' and are investigating potential human trafficking.
North Korea fires cruise missiles in nuclear warning
North Korea launched long-range strategic cruise missiles overseen by Kim Jong Un, who called it a 'self-defence' exercise. Read the latest on the escalating threat.
Netanyahu meets Trump as Gaza ceasefire faces challenges
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago for the fifth time this year, with US patience over Gaza peace efforts reportedly wearing thin. Read the latest on Middle East instability.
Russian Submarine Tailed Spy Ship in British Waters
A Russian submarine escorted a spy ship mapping critical undersea infrastructure near Britain. The Royal Navy reports a 30% surge in Russian incursions. Discover the UK's response.
US pledges $2B for UN aid as Trump slashes funding
The US announces a $2bn humanitarian pledge to the UN, a fraction of past funding, as the Trump administration demands drastic reforms and warns agencies to 'adapt, shrink or die'. Read the full analysis.
Labor Figure in Coma After Alleged Assault by Apprentice
Tim Picton, a key Labor campaigner, fights for life after an alleged assault in Perth. The 20-year-old apprentice accused has been granted strict bail. Read the latest.
FBI Warns Minnesota Fraud Scandal is 'Tip of the Iceberg'
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz defends his state's record amid a massive fraud scandal involving daycare centres and COVID funds, as FBI Director Kash Patel reveals the crisis runs deeper than thought.
Albanese rejects Bondi attack royal commission
PM Anthony Albanese defends a swift intelligence review over a royal commission for the Bondi terror attack, despite pleas from victims' families and Jewish leaders. Read the full story.
China deploys over 100 nuclear missiles, Pentagon warns
A new Pentagon report reveals China has armed over 100 long-range nuclear missiles in silos, capable of striking the US. Explore the escalating tensions and strategic implications.
Trump, Zelensky hold crunch Ukraine peace talks at Mar-a-Lago
US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky held high-stakes talks on a 20-point peace plan. While progress was claimed, 'thorny issues' remain. Read the latest developments.
Karen Bass branded 'racist' over Border Patrol diversity remarks
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces online fury after calling record Latino Border Patrol recruitment 'sad'. Critics blast her as a 'hypocrite' and 'racist'. Read the full story.
North Korea launches cruise missiles to test nuclear deterrence
North Korea fires long-range strategic cruise missiles in a major weapons test overseen by Kim Jong Un. South Korea and Japan warn of rising threats to regional security. Read the latest analysis.
Trump: Ukraine Peace Deal 'Closer Than Ever'
Donald Trump says US-backed Ukraine peace talks are nearing completion after meeting Volodymyr Zelensky. Key security guarantees agreed, but thorny issues on Donbas remain. Read the latest.
North Korea tests long-range cruise missiles
North Korea has test-fired long-range strategic cruise missiles, with Kim Jong Un claiming it's a 'responsible exercise' of self-defence. Read the latest on the regional security implications.
S. Korea's President Lee returns to Blue House
President Lee Jae Myung commutes to the Cheong Wa Dae palace, reversing his jailed predecessor's controversial move. A symbolic shift in Seoul's political landscape. Read the full story.
Egyptian Activist Apologises for Tweets After UK Arrival
Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah issues an unequivocal apology for historic social media posts, as political figures call for a review of his citizenship. Read the full story.
Trump Touts Ukraine Peace Progress After Zelenskyy Talks
Former US President Donald Trump says his Ukraine peace plan is advancing following a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Read the latest on the diplomatic developments.
Native American Tribe Sues NY Over Highway Land Dispute
The Shinnecock Indian Nation files a federal lawsuit against New York, claiming a vital highway was illegally built on their protected land. They seek compensation and a valid right-of-way.
Trump Offers Press Lunch, Questions If It's a Bribe
Donald Trump left White House reporters speechless by asking if a free lunch at Mar-a-Lago constituted a bribe, during critical Ukraine peace talks with Zelensky. Read the full story.
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