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Two Labour MPs, Yuan Yang and Abtisam Mohamed, were denied entry to and deported from Israel for allegedly planning to spread "anti-Israel hatred", prompting UK foreign secretary David Lammy to criticize the move as "unacceptable". The MPs had flown to Israel from Luton airport but were rejected at the border, leading Lammy to express concern over the treatment of British parliamentarians and calling for a focus on securing a return to ceasefire and negotiations in...

Labour MP Dan Norris, mayor of the West of England, has been arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences, leading to his immediate suspension by the Labour Party. The 65-year-old defeated Jacob Rees-Mogg in the recent election and had previously served in parliament from 1997 to 2010. Avon and Somerset Police have arrested a man in his 60s for sexual offences against a girl, rape, child abduction, and misconduct in public office, with...

Jaguar Land Rover will halt shipments of UK-made cars to the US for a month due to President Trump's 25% tariff on UK cars. Trump has warned that his tariffs plan will not be easy, with a 10% tariff already in effect and higher levies on goods from other trading partners set to begin next week. The UK's FTSE-100 stock market experienced a significant drop following the implementation of Trump's tariffs, prompting discussions between Sir...

Mohamed Refaat, IOM Chief of Mission in Sudan, reported on the devastating impact of recent conflict in Khartoum state, now under SAF control, with widespread destruction of infrastructure and urgent need for humanitarian aid. Civilians, like elderly teacher Sarah, face unimaginable horrors and lack assistance due to funding shortages. UN expresses grave concern over civilian displacement from Khartoum city and other conflict-affected regions in Sudan, emphasizing the urgent need for protection and humanitarian support. Full...

In 2025, President Donald Trump escalated the US-China trade war by imposing massive 34% tariffs on Chinese imports, prompting retaliatory measures from Beijing, including a blanket 34% tariff and restrictions on rare earth minerals crucial for high-tech industries. The tariffs have led to widespread economic repercussions, with US agricultural sectors facing bankruptcies, American tech companies experiencing supply chain disruptions, and consumer prices for goods increasing by 15 to 20%. China's economy is also suffering, with...

In Ostend, over 120 artists created exclusive postcard designs to pay homage to the Thermae Palace and Royal Galleries, with the exhibition showcasing 229 artworks across three city locations. The initiative arose in response to proposed residential buildings threatening the historical sites, prompting public opposition and ultimately a suspension of the development project. The exhibition highlights the architectural and cultural significance of the Thermae Palace and Royal Galleries, which draw millions of tourists annually and...