EU member states approve historic Mercosur trade deal with Latin America, ending 25 years of talks. The agreement triggers immediate protests from farmers across Europe over fears for local agriculture.
Thousands of French farmers converged on Paris to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing threats to their livelihoods and unfair competition. See the full report.
Atlanta Hawks trade franchise star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, reshaping both teams' futures. Full details inside.
Keir Starmer's new bill to align UK trade with the EU could herald a major post-Brexit reset. We analyse the plan for food, energy, youth mobility and defence cooperation.
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
King Charles III and Prince William are set for a major US visit in 2026 to revitalise post-Brexit trade talks. Discover the strategic goals and diplomatic significance of this royal mission.
The British Chambers of Commerce urges Keir Starmer to reset EU ties as a 'strategic necessity', revealing over half of exporters struggle with the current Brexit agreement. Read the full report.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
The Trump administration has detailed a series of new executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate debate. Explore the key policy changes and their potential impact.
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
Learning Resources, a family-owned US toy firm, is challenging Trump's tariffs at the Supreme Court, arguing they are illegal. With £14m in duties projected this year, the case could reshape trade policy.
Venus aligns with Chiron in Aries, bringing a day of healing and reconciliation for all star signs. Read your personalised horoscope for Thursday, December 18, 2025.
MPs warn UK's 'milestone' zero-tariff drug deal with the US is 'built on sand' with no legal text. Concerns grow as a separate £31bn tech deal is paused. Could the NHS pay more for nothing?
Trump's tariffs are crippling small US manufacturers like EarthQuaker Devices, adding up to 30% in costs and stalling job growth in Ohio's industrial heartland. Explore the impact.
Left-wing activist Andrea Egan defeats PM's ally to lead UK's biggest union, vowing to review Labour ties and funding. A major shift in union power.
Andrea Egan, expelled from Labour in 2022, wins Unison leadership. Her victory could see the union, a major Labour donor, scale back funding and reconsider its affiliation with Starmer's party.
Discover your star sign's forecast for Wednesday, December 17, 2025. With the Sun aligning with Saturn, the cosmos urges patience and strong foundations. Read your personalised daily horoscope.
New UK-US medicines agreement aims to boost NHS access to innovative drugs, but critics warn of eroded sovereignty in wider trade pacts with Trump. Explore the debate.
President Trump attacks murdered Hollywood icon Rob Reiner online, causing bipartisan outrage. Plus, a UK-US trade deal stalls and a terror plot is foiled. Listen to the full Sky News podcast.
The FBI has charged members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front over a foiled bomb plot. Meanwhile, President Trump sparks outrage with comments following a director's murder, and a UK-US trade deal stalls.
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
A landmark £31bn tech investment deal between the US and UK is frozen, with Washington citing stalled progress on trade barriers. Discover the implications for AI and transatlantic relations.
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for attempting to smuggle endangered jewelled geckos out of New Zealand in an undercover sting operation. Read the full story.
A woman on Interpol's most wanted list has been arrested in India for smuggling tiger body parts. Read the full story on the international crackdown.
Donald Trump's new National Security Strategy warns Europe faces 'civilisational erasure'. Discover the key points and what it means for trade, Ukraine, and transatlantic ties.
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government holds informal discussions on rejoining the EU customs union to boost economic growth, with GDP potentially rising 2.2%.
Discover your daily horoscope for Saturday, December 6, 2025. With Mercury and Jupiter in alignment, today is perfect for putting new plans into action. Read predictions for all 12 zodiac signs.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India for high-stakes trade talks, aiming to protect bilateral defence and energy ties from Western sanctions over Ukraine. Read the latest analysis.
Vladimir Putin visits India for talks with Narendra Modi, focusing on defence and energy. The summit occurs as the US pressures India to cut Russian trade. Get the latest analysis.