President Trump's threat of a 'total blockade' on sanctioned oil tankers heading to Venezuela is disrupting global energy flows, forcing vessels to change course. Read the latest maritime intelligence.
The US Postal Service will open its last-mile delivery network to more companies in a bid to boost revenue. Contracts to be awarded in 2026. Read the latest.
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.
EU leaders decide on a complex €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Kyiv would only repay if Russia pays war reparations. The plan faces opposition from Belgium and threats from Moscow.
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.
Fresh UK-US trade agreements have ignited debate over the future of the special relationship. Discover the key deals and what they mean for British interests.
London's Hauser & Wirth art gallery, where Princess Eugenie works, will stand trial in 2028 accused of breaching Russian sanctions by making a luxury painting available. Read the full details.
The landmark £31bn technology partnership between the UK and US is stalled, with Donald Trump reportedly freezing talks over the UK's digital tax and food import rules. Discover the implications for AI and investment.
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.
New US tariffs have increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10-15%. Despite this, large-scale production remains in Asia due to cost and labour, with 80% of Americans opting for fake trees.
The UK and South Korea have signed a new trade agreement expected to bring an extra £400m annually, focusing on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Discover the key changes for British exporters.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade pact, 25 years in the making, is on the brink as French opposition and farmer protests in Brussels create a last-minute hurdle. Read the full analysis.
With festive costs soaring, we investigate if a day-trip to Calais for Christmas shopping is still worth it post-Brexit. Compare prices on wine, food, and gifts.
Vladimir Putin pledges 'uninterrupted' fuel supply to India during Delhi summit. Discover the key outcomes of the talks shaping global diplomacy. Read more.
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.
The EU calls for an uncapped youth mobility scheme with the UK, seeking fee exemptions for students. As talks continue, Labour ministers are divided on the immigration implications. Read the latest.
The families of two victims killed when a UPS MD-11 cargo jet crashed in Louisville have launched wrongful death lawsuits against the carrier, Boeing, and others. Read the latest on the investigation.
Idaho Governor Brad Little labels newcomers from California, Oregon, and Washington as 'COWs', attributing the migration to Idaho's favourable tax climate and conservative budgeting.
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 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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visits India for talks with PM Narendra Modi, focusing on defence and energy deals, as the US pressures Delhi to cut trade ties. Follow live updates.
Canadian legislators demand a halt to a $7.2m sale of bomb-resistant vehicles to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, citing human rights concerns. Read the full story.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi for a state visit aimed at bolstering defence and economic cooperation with India, amid Western pressure over Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day state visit to China, aiming to rebalance trade ties and seek Beijing's influence on Russia regarding the Ukraine war. Follow the latest diplomatic developments.
The Trump administration announces it will withhold SNAP food assistance from several states unless they provide recipient data. Read the full story on the escalating political clash.
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.
NFU President Tom Bradshaw warns MPs that Britain's dairy sector has been used as a 'bargaining chip' in Labour's trade deal with India, facing unfair tariffs. Read the full analysis.
Denmark's postal service will cease all letter deliveries from December, removing iconic red mailboxes. Discover how digitalisation is reshaping European postal services and what it means for the future.
Retail giant Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of billions paid in tariffs if the Supreme Court deems them unlawful. Explore the legal battle and its impact on prices.
China counters EU's 2035 petrol car ban and tariffs with a major investment in Volvo and Polestar factories in Sweden and Germany, reshaping the electric vehicle trade landscape.