Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
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UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Spanish lab raided over swine fever outbreak fears
Spanish police search a Barcelona lab amid fears the African swine fever outbreak originated there. The virus threatens Europe's top pork producer. Read the latest.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
IKEA to source more products in US due to Trump tariffs
IKEA is shifting its supply chain to source more furniture in the US, driven by Trump's tariffs and pandemic disruptions. Discover how this impacts prices and jobs.
Why US Can't Make Its Own Artificial Christmas Trees
New US tariffs have pushed artificial Christmas tree prices up 10-15%, revealing the nation's deep dependence on overseas manufacturing. Discover the challenges of reshoring.
Pork Scratchings Factory Gutted by Devastating Fire
A family-run pork scratchings factory in Walsall was gutted by a major fire involving cooking oil. The blaze threatens Christmas supplies as the business assesses the damage. Read the full story.
Spain probes lab leak as source of African swine fever outbreak
Spanish authorities investigate if African swine fever near Barcelona leaked from a research lab. The Georgia 2007 strain found threatens Spain's €8.8bn pork exports. Read the latest.
Russia and India Agree $100bn Trade Deal by 2030
Vladimir Putin pledges 'uninterrupted' fuel supply to India during Delhi summit. Discover the key outcomes of the talks shaping global diplomacy. Read more.
India & Russia Target $100bn Trade, No Major Arms Deals
Putin's Delhi visit yielded a 2030 economic pact and oil assurances, but concrete defence agreements were absent. Discover the key outcomes and geopolitical tightrope.
Putin and Modi sign deal, risking US trade row
Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi agree to boost trade to $100bn, strengthening Russia-India ties despite US sanctions pressure over Ukraine war. Read the full analysis.
India Signs 2030 Trade Pact with Russia, Defying US
India has signed a major economic cooperation deal with Russia, securing energy supplies until 2030 despite pressure from the US. Read the full analysis of this strategic move.
Putin Visits India for Key Summit on Oil and Defence
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets Indian PM Narendra Modi to strengthen economic and defence ties, as India balances relations with Moscow and Washington. Read the full analysis.
Pork is the 'new beef' as shoppers swap to save money
With beef prices soaring 27%, UK shoppers are turning to pork mince and premium cuts. Waitrose sales jump 16% as home cooks adapt recipes like bolognese. Discover the cost-saving trend reshaping supermarket aisles.
US Cattle Ban Over Screwworm Plunges Mexican Ranchers Into Crisis
US imports of Mexican cattle have plummeted from 1.2 million to 230,000 over fears of the New World screwworm parasite, causing an economic catastrophe for border communities. Read the full story.
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