UK to quit European human rights convention
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch confirms UK's plan to withdraw from ECHR, marking dramatic shift in post-Brexit human rights framework and sparking political battle.
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European leaders unite in Copenhagen for Ukraine crisis talks
European Political Community leaders gather in Denmark for critical talks on Ukraine support, European security, and energy resilience amid ongoing Russian aggression.
Caribbean resists US warships and Trump 'gaslighting'
As US warships patrol Caribbean waters, regional leaders are pushing back against what they call Donald Trump's manipulative rhetoric and asserting their sovereignty in the face of renewed American pressure.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021
Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.
Reeves urges Labour MPs: Focus on growth mission
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers powerful message to Labour MPs, demanding immediate focus on economic growth and fiscal discipline in government's first days.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
Tory MPs: Scrap 'small boats' term in Brexit immigration shift
Conservative MPs are urging the government to abandon the phrase 'small boats' in official communications, branding it a 'Remainer term' that undermines Brexit sovereignty pledges. The move signals a significant shift in the party's approach to immigratio
Starmer's Human Rights Act Overhaul: Democratic Liability?
Exclusive analysis reveals Sir Keir Starmer's controversial plans to expand the Human Rights Act could trigger a constitutional crisis, empowering unelected judges over Parliament and jeopardising national security.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Haldane: Economic failure fuels far-right extremism
Former Bank of England chief economist warns that without inclusive growth policies, economic discontent could fuel far-right extremism in Britain's political landscape.
Bank CEO Warns of Appalachian Economic Disaster
Huntington Bancshares CEO Brad Smith sounds the alarm on the economic crisis unfolding in Appalachia, calling for urgent investment and national attention to reverse the region's decline.
McGregor Refuses EU Passport in Patriotic Stand
MMA superstar Conor McGregor sparks controversy by declaring he would refuse an EU passport, championing Irish sovereignty and stirring a major debate on national identity post-Brexit.
UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan
The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.
Travel Expert Names The One European Country He'll Never Revisit
A seasoned traveller who has explored all 44 European nations reveals the one destination that left him so disappointed he vows never to go back. Discover which popular spot failed to impress and why your travel money might be better spent elsewhere.
China Suspends IBM and SAP Data Processing in Security Move
China's internet watchdog, the CAC, has ordered a 'security review' halting IBM and SAP from processing sensitive data out of the country, signalling a major escalation in tech decoupling.
Trump Urges Sunak: Halt Starmer's Chagos Surrender
Ex-US President Donald Trump intervenes in UK politics, pressuring Rishi Sunak to block Keir Starmer's alleged plan to cede sovereignty of the strategic Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, warning of severe implications for UK-US defence and global security.
Argentina's Milei Faces Ultimate Election Test Over Radical Reforms
President Javier Milei's controversial austerity programme and radical economic reforms face a decisive verdict as Argentina heads to the polls. This analysis examines the high-stakes battle shaping the nation's future.
Mexico Nationalises Lithium, Clashing with US Over Investment
Mexico's president nationalises lithium reserves, clashing with US firms and politicians over energy sovereignty and foreign investment rights.
Mandelson: Trump's UK Visit Risks British AI Sovereignty
Former Labour minister Peter Mandelson cautions that the UK's prized AI sector could become a 'bargaining chip' during Donald Trump's upcoming state visit, urging the government to protect strategic tech interests.
Half of US States on Brink of Recession, Analysis Reveals
A startling new economic analysis from Bloomberg Economics indicates that nearly half of all US states are either already in recession or teetering on the edge, signalling potential national economic turmoil ahead.
Taiwan: China Using AI News Anchors for YouTube Propaganda
Taiwan accuses Beijing of orchestrating a covert YouTube campaign using AI-generated news anchors to spread pro-unification propaganda and discredit its leaders, raising global concerns about digital sovereignty.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Police probe alleged assault at Melbourne's Camp Sovereignty
Victoria Police are investigating a reported assault at the controversial Camp Sovereignty site in Melbourne's CBD, as tensions between protesters and the council escalate over the long-standing encampment.
Queen Elizabeth's Private Brexit Dismay Revealed
Explosive new insights suggest the late Queen harboured significant private reservations about Brexit, revealing a stark contrast between her personal views and public neutrality during the divisive referendum.
Far-Right Group Storms Indigenous Camp in Australia
Dramatic footage captures the moment a far-right group aggressively confronts an Indigenous camp in Australia, escalating tensions following a nationalist march. The incident raises serious concerns about community safety and racial tensions.
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