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Starmer Arrives in Shanghai to Promote British Trade and Investment
UK prime minister begins China visit focused on business access, clean energy and economic cooperation
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Harry Styles, Anthony Joshua and Premier League Stars Among UK’s Top Taxpayers
The Sunday Times Tax List 2026 reveals the nation’s highest individual contributors, including celebrities and athletes paying millions into the Treasury
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UK Gestapo Police arrest and cart off a blind and disabled man in London - to be taken to prison
His crime? Protesting and having an opinion that UK Supreme Dictator Keir Starmer doesn’t agree with.
Senior Church of England Bishops Accuse UK Government of Inaction Amid Israel’s West Bank Policies
After visiting Palestinian communities, Church leaders warn UK failure to act is enabling de facto annexation in the occupied territories
UK Minister Says Peter Mandelson Should Testify Before US Congress Over Epstein Links
Housing Secretary urges former UK ambassador to share information amid mounting scrutiny of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Quote of the Day
Don’t ever wrestle with a pig. You’ll both get dirty, but the pig will enjoy it.
Scientists Warn UK Floods Could Devastate Wildlife From Birds to Dormice
Conservation experts say repeated winter flooding is threatening fragile ecosystems and pushing vulnerable species toward long-term decline
Documents Reveal Mandelson Urged JPMorgan to Pressure UK Government Over Banker Bonus Tax
Newly released emails show former UK minister advised a ‘mild threat’ to chancellor at Epstein’s behest, triggering political fallout
UK Study Highlights Underreporting and Passive Responses Among Jewish Hate Crime Victims
New research finds many Jewish Britons avoid confrontation or formal complaints after antisemitic incidents, citing fear and low confidence in outcomes
Hithium’s Wu Zuyu Meets UK Prime Minister to Deepen Clean Energy Collaboration
Energy storage pioneer invited to strategic China-UK business forum as governments and firms push joint clean energy investment
UK Government Approves China’s Largest European Embassy, Sparking Security and Political Backlash
Plans for a new Chinese ‘mega-embassy’ in central London move forward amid sharp criticism from lawmakers, activists and security experts
UK Reopens Talks With EU on Defence Cooperation and SAFE Fund Participation
British government signals renewed interest in joining the EU’s Security Action for Europe defence initiative as part of a broader push for deeper defence ties
Global Powers Convene in Washington to Forge Critical Minerals Alliance
United States, United Kingdom, European Union and key partners meet to strengthen supply chains and reduce dependence on China
Bitcoin Falls to Lowest Levels Since 2025 Tariff Shock as Risk Appetite Ebbs
Cryptocurrency retreats toward seventy‑seven thousand dollars amid geopolitical strain, regulatory shifts and shifting investor preferences
New Epstein Files Include Images of Former Prince Andrew Kneeling Over Unidentified Woman
Latest tranche of documents released by the U.S. Justice Department shows disturbing images of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with an unnamed woman, renewing scrutiny of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
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Starmer Urges Former Prince Andrew to Testify Before US Congress About Epstein Ties
UK prime minister calls on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to cooperate with a US congressional investigation into his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein amid newly released documents
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Starmer Extends Invitation to Japan’s Prime Minister After Strategic Tokyo Talks
UK and Japan agree to deepen cooperation on security and critical supply chains as Prime Minister Starmer invites his Japanese counterpart for an official visit to Britain
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Skupski and Harrison Clinch Australian Open Men’s Doubles Title in Melbourne
Britain’s Neal Skupski and American Christian Harrison win the 2026 Australian Open men’s doubles title in just their second tournament together
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Meta Faces Fresh Legal Headwinds as Smart Glasses Lawsuit Clouds Share Recovery
New privacy and data-use litigation linked to Meta’s smart glasses raises uncertainty for investors despite signs the stock remains undervalued
Robinhood Positions Itself to Support Trump Accounts Initiative After CEO Assurances to White House
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says the fintech firm can deliver robust technology for the Trump Accounts program as it vies for a leading role in managing the new federal savings plan
Thames Water Moves Closer to Sixteen Billion Pound Rescue Agreement with Lenders
Britain’s largest water utility edges toward a major refinancing deal aimed at stabilising finances and avoiding temporary state intervention
UK Tax Crackdown Sharpens Risks for Financially Strained Firms and Creditor Claims
Aggressive enforcement and rising tax burdens heighten insolvency pressures on struggling UK businesses and their creditors
Veteran Campaigner Peter Tatchell Detained During Pro-Palestinian Protest in London
Police briefly arrest prominent UK human rights activist amid demonstrations linked to the Gaza conflict
Starmer Says UK Must Engage China and Not ‘Stick Its Head in the Sand’ on Strategic Challenges
British prime minister defends pragmatic engagement with Beijing amid global economic competition and geopolitical tensions
UK and European Union Signal Fresh Momentum on Defence Cooperation Talks
London and Brussels agree to explore renewed defence discussions amid shared security challenges and evolving geopolitical pressures
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
Release of over 3 million pages, 180,000 images and 2,000 videos under a new law reveals thousands of emails involving high‑profile figures without indicating wrongdoing
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France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
Paris mandates shift to French‑built Visio platform for public sector as part of broader European push to reduce reliance on U.S. technology
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China Lifts Sanctions on British MPs and Peers After Starmer Xi Talks in Beijing
Following high-level discussions, Beijing rescinds travel bans on six UK parliamentarians and signals openness to closer diplomatic engagement
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President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East
President Trump said he planned to speak with Iran, even as the US dispatched another warship to the Middle East and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the military would be ready to carry out whatever the president decided.
Asian airports are beginning to implement COVID-style screenings in response to a Nipah virus outbreak.
The virus can spread between animals and people, specifically from fruit bats and pigs.
Did Keir Starmer's visit to China help improve bilateral relations - and how much did President Trump have to do with it?
"Let's deal with each other as adults and respect our differences and move on to a better, more constructive outcome for the Chinese and British people"
From Samsung's soaring profits to a major round of Amazon job cuts, Here is a roundup of the big stories in business and finance for this week
A convicted terrorist, who plotted to blow up British Embassy & Church probably will be elected to become a member of the UK government
Once you own the voting block - you can vote in anyone - conquered without firing a single shot.
Khaby Lame sold his face, voice, and behavior patterns for $975 million so a company can build an AI clone of him.
Fired in 2020 to digital clone in 2026.
Starmer Says UK Cannot Ignore China After Trump Criticises Trade Strategy
The British prime minister defends engagement with Beijing amid criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump, stressing pragmatic diplomacy and economic interests
France Reports More Than Six Thousand Migrants Rescued on UK-Bound Channel Crossings in 2025
Maritime authorities say nearly fifty thousand people attempted the perilous journey, with thousands saved at sea and dozens losing their lives
EU Insists the UK Must Pay into Budget as Precondition for Post-Brexit Energy Market Access
Brussels signals it will not agree a new UK-EU electricity trading arrangement without a British financial contribution, complicating reset talks
Starmer’s Beijing Reset Delivers Diplomatic Openings and Practical Gains for Both Britain and China
The UK prime minister’s visit yields eased political tensions, restored parliamentary access and new economic pathways as London and Beijing recalibrate relations
UK Creative Industries Urge Government to Establish Clear AI Regulatory Framework
Industry leaders warn that unchecked artificial intelligence use risks undermining jobs, copyright and investment across Britain’s cultural sectors
Boris Johnson to Speak at University of Wisconsin–Madison in March
The former UK prime minister is scheduled to deliver a public address and take part in discussion on global leadership and democratic politics
UK’s First Rapid-Charging Battery Train Enters Passenger Service
A new battery-powered train capable of ultra-fast charging is set to carry passengers for the first time, marking a milestone in Britain’s rail decarbonisation push
Starmer and Xi Advocate a Deeper Strategic Partnership Between the UK and China
During a landmark Beijing meeting, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping call for enhanced cooperation on trade, investment and global issues amid shifting geopolitical dynamics
Santander UK Appoints Mahesh Aditya as New CEO Ahead of Strategic TSB Integration
Experienced Santander executive set to lead the UK bank from March as it prepares to absorb TSB and drive future growth
Apple Ends iPhone Upgrade Program in the UK, Transitions to New Flexible Finance Model
The technology giant discontinues its annual iPhone Upgrade Program in Britain and introduces a credit-based financing alternative for future device purchases
Gold and Silver Prices Plunge as Markets Reprice Fed Leadership Outlook
Precious metals retreat sharply after President Trump’s selection of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair signals shifts in monetary expectations
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair to Reorient U.S. Monetary Policy Toward Pro-Growth Interest Rates
President Donald Trump’s decision to nominate Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve is not just a personnel change. It is a statement about what the administration believes the Fed should be doing right now...
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Meanwhile in Lille, France French police lower their shields to make way for the firefighters protesting Emmanuel Macrons treasonous sell out government.
The European revolution was always going to start in France…. Once the police will start to serve the people instead of the corrupt politicians, democracy will prevail and human rights will win.
AstraZeneca Announces £11bn China Investment After Scaling Back UK Expansion Plans
British pharmaceutical group pledges $15bn in Chinese manufacturing, research and development as part of deeper global strategy amid shifting domestic priorities
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Starmer Arrives in Shanghai to Promote British Trade and Investment
Harry Styles, Anthony Joshua and Premier League Stars Among UK’s Top Taxpayers
New Epstein Files Include Images of Former Prince Andrew Kneeling Over Unidentified Woman
Starmer Urges Former Prince Andrew to Testify Before US Congress About Epstein Ties
Starmer Extends Invitation to Japan’s Prime Minister After Strategic Tokyo Talks
Skupski and Harrison Clinch Australian Open Men’s Doubles Title in Melbourne
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
China Lifts Sanctions on British MPs and Peers After Starmer Xi Talks in Beijing
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair to Reorient U.S. Monetary Policy Toward Pro-Growth Interest Rates
AstraZeneca Announces £11bn China Investment After Scaling Back UK Expansion Plans
Starmer and Xi Forge Warming UK-China Ties in Beijing Amid Strategic Reset
Tech Market Shifts and AI Investment Surge Drive Global Innovation and Layoffs
Markets Jolt as AI Spending, US Policy Shifts, and Global Security Moves Drive New Volatility
U.S. Signals Potential Decertification of Canadian Aircraft as Bilateral Tensions Escalate
Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon Hee Sentenced to 20 Months for Bribery
Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
China Executes 11 Members of the Ming Clan in Cross-Border Scam Case Linked to Myanmar’s Lawkai
Trump Administration Officials Held Talks With Group Advocating Alberta’s Independence
Starmer Signals UK Push for a More ‘Sophisticated’ Relationship With China in Talks With Xi
Shopping Chatbots Move From Advice to Checkout as Walmart Pushes Faster Than Amazon
Starmer Seeks Economic Gains From China Visit While Navigating US Diplomatic Sensitivities
Starmer Says China Visit Will Deliver Economic Benefits as He Prepares to Meet Xi Jinping
UK Prime Minister Starmer Arrives in China to Bolster Trade and Warn Firms of Strategic Opportunities
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
Amazon to Cut 16,000 Corporate Jobs After Earlier 14,000 Reduction, Citing Streamlining and AI Investment
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
Wall Street Bets on Strong US Growth and Currency Moves as Dollar Slips After Trump Comments
UK Prime Minister Traveled to China Using Temporary Phones and Laptops to Limit Espionage Risks
Google’s $68 Million Voice Assistant Settlement Exposes Incentives That Reward Over-Collection
Kim Kardashian Admits Faking Paparazzi Visit to Britney Spears for Fame in Early 2000s
UPS to Cut 30,000 More Jobs by 2026 Amid Shift to High-Margin Deliveries
France Plans to Replace Teams and Zoom Across Government With Homegrown Visio by 2027
Trump Removes Minneapolis Deportation Operation Commander After Fatal Shooting of Protester
Iran’s Elite Wealth Abroad and Sanctions Leakage: How Offshore Luxury Sustains Regime Resilience
U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Four Arrested in Andhra Pradesh Over Alleged HIV-Contaminated Injection Attack on Doctor
Hot Drinks, Hidden Particles: How Disposable Cups Quietly Increase Microplastic Exposure
UK Banks Pledge £11 Billion Lending Package to Help Firms Expand Overseas
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK, Accusing Conservatives of Betrayal on Core Policies
Melania Trump Documentary Sees Limited Box Office Traction in UK Cinemas
Meta and EssilorLuxottica Ray-Ban Smart Glasses and the Non-Consensual Public Recording Economy
WhatsApp Develops New Meta AI Features to Enhance User Control
Germany Considers Gold Reserves Amidst Rising Tensions with the U.S.
Michael Schumacher Shows Significant Improvement in Health Status
Greenland’s NATO Stress Test: Coercion, Credibility, and the New Arctic Bargaining Game
Diego Garcia and the Chagos Dispute: When Decolonization Collides With Alliance Power
Trump Claims “Total” U.S. Access to Greenland as NATO Weighs Arctic Basing Rights and Deterrence
Air France and KLM Suspend Multiple Middle East Routes as Regional Tensions Disrupt Aviation
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