Can Delhi replicate Beijing's air pollution success?
As Delhi's toxic smog returns, China suggests its own playbook. Experts examine if India's democracy can copy Beijing's authoritarian clean-up. Discover the systemic lessons for lasting change.
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Poland Mines Border, Miss Finland in Racism Controversy
Poland resumes Cold War-era border mining, while Miss Finland apologises for a racist gesture. Global news covers a fatal India crash, Louvre strikes, and Lithuanian arrests. Read the full briefing.
13 killed in multi-vehicle crash near Delhi amid smog
At least 13 people died and 75 were injured in a horrific multi-vehicle collision on India's Yamuna Expressway. The crash, fuelled by thick fog and severe air pollution, saw vehicles burst into flames. Read the full report on the tragedy.
Delhi smog crisis disrupts flights and Messi visit
Severe air pollution in Delhi grounded hundreds of flights and disrupted Lionel Messi's tour, highlighting India's ongoing environmental crisis. Discover the full impact.
New Delhi's two-month smog crisis deepens
For nearly two months, dense winter smog has choked New Delhi, creating a severe public health crisis. Residents describe their daily struggle to breathe as government interventions fail. Discover the human impact.
Delhi uses cloud seeding to combat toxic air pollution
Delhi launches ambitious cloud seeding project to combat dangerous pollution levels, as authorities turn to weather modification in desperate bid to clear toxic smog.
Delhi defies fireworks ban as Diwali pollution soars
Despite Supreme Court restrictions, Delhi residents ignited fireworks during Diwali celebrations, triggering dangerous air pollution levels and reviving debates about environmental enforcement in India's capital.
Delhi chokes under toxic smog after Diwali
The morning after Diwali celebrations, India's capital awoke to a thick layer of hazardous smog, with air quality plummeting to severe levels and visibility dramatically reduced across the city.
Beijing courts both UK government and Labour in influence bid
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese Communist Party officials held private meetings with UK ministers and Labour representatives in coordinated influence campaign ahead of potential government change.
China Spy Trial: Labour's Critical Security Test
As Britain confronts a major Chinese espionage case, the Labour government faces its first real test in demonstrating it understands the Beijing threat. Analysis of the political and diplomatic implications.
China Accuses Cummings of Anti-Beijing MP Coordination
Beijing alleges former Downing Street adviser Dominic Cummings coordinated with MPs to launch investigations targeting China, raising diplomatic tensions between London and Beijing.
Fed Chair Powell in China for high-stakes economic talks
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell makes crucial visit to Beijing for high-level economic talks as US-China relations face mounting pressure over trade and monetary policy.
Gove: Beijing Laughs as UK Security Crumbles
Senior Tory Michael Gove delivers chilling assessment of China's influence operations targeting Britain's political institutions, as Labour faces scrutiny over alleged spy links.
Badenoch faces backlash over secret China meeting
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's private meeting with China's ambassador sparks Labour criticism over government transparency and foreign policy alignment.
US-China Rare Earths Showdown in Beijing Talks
In a critical diplomatic mission, US Treasury Secretary meets Chinese officials amid escalating tensions over rare earth minerals, port fees, and IMF concerns about global trade fragmentation.
Minister's private China meeting sparks security concerns
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces scrutiny over private meeting with Chinese official where government policy was allegedly undermined, raising serious national security concerns.
Chinese officials block UK staff in Downing Street security breach
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch demands answers from Beijing after Chinese security personnel attempt to block UK officials from entering their own government building during diplomatic meeting.
Trump's Hong Kong Warning: Demands Biden Confront China
Exclusive: Donald Trump urges President Biden to maintain pressure on Beijing over Hong Kong freedoms, warning of dire consequences for US interests if China's influence grows unchecked.
Minister: Labour's China policy 'dangerous appeasement'
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches scathing attack on Keir Starmer's Labour Party, alleging alarming foreign policy weakness towards Beijing ahead of general election.
China Warns Retaliation Over Trump 100% Tariff Threat
China warns of 'necessary measures' to protect its interests following Donald Trump's proposal for sweeping 100% tariffs on all Chinese goods, escalating global trade tensions.
Ex-PM chief blocked from China role over security fears
Exclusive: Jonathan Powell, Tony Blair's former chief of staff, blocked from joining Chinese advisory board after UK government raises national security concerns about Beijing's influence operations.
Trump: China Wants to 'Hurt' United States
Former President Donald Trump makes explosive claims about China's intentions toward America during Washington rally, escalating diplomatic tensions between the world powers.
Myanmar junta forces Chinese language in schools
In a controversial move, Myanmar's military regime is compelling schools to implement Chinese language instruction, raising concerns about Beijing's growing influence and the erosion of local educational autonomy.
Chinese spy app infiltrated UK phones in covert operation
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese operatives used a shadowy messaging platform to monitor British citizens' devices while Metropolitan Police remained unaware of the security breach.
China invites US defence officials for talks in Guangxi
In a significant diplomatic development, China has invited US defence officials for crucial talks in Guangxi, signalling potential warming relations between the superpowers after years of tension.
Trump warns Xi: Hong Kong actions threaten US-China trade
Former President Donald Trump issues direct threat to Chinese leader Xi Jinping, warning that Beijing's aggressive actions in Hong Kong could jeopardise the crucial Phase One trade agreement between the world's two largest economies.
UK diplomat visits China after spying case collapses
Foreign Office Permanent Secretary Sir Philip Barton prepares for crucial Beijing talks following the dramatic collapse of a major spying case that strained UK-China relations.
Beijing Parcel Delivery: The Brutal Truth Exposed
Hu Anyan's powerful memoir 'I Deliver Parcels in Beijing' reveals the brutal truth behind China's gig economy, where delivery riders face exhaustion, exploitation and urban isolation in their relentless pursuit of the Chinese Dream.
Trump warns Xi: Hong Kong crackdown threatens US-China trade
Former President Donald Trump issues stark warning to Chinese leader Xi Jinping, suggesting Hong Kong security crackdown could jeopardise crucial trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing.
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