NYC nurses strike in major contract dispute
Nearly 16,000 nurses across five major New York City hospitals are on strike, demanding better pay, safe staffing, and healthcare benefits. The union accuses hospitals of putting profits before patients.
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Greenland invasion fears keep residents awake
Residents of Nuuk report anxiety and sleepless nights as Donald Trump escalates threats to acquire Greenland. Locals and former ministers speak out against what they call a colonial threat.
Saudi Arabia Accuses UAE of Helping Separatist Flee
Saudi Arabia formally accuses the UAE of assisting a key Yemeni separatist leader's escape to Oman, escalating tensions in the Gulf alliance. Read the full report on the diplomatic rift.
East London man left without heating in meter row
A Hackney council tenant has been washing in cold water after his heating was cut off amid a long-running dispute over a pre-payment meter. Read the full story of the ongoing issues at Thaxted Court.
1976 Cod Wars: Royal Navy & Iceland Gunboat Collision
A look back at the 1976 collision between a Royal Navy frigate and Icelandic gunboat Thor during the Cod Wars, a NATO-on-NATO conflict. Read the full story and its diplomatic fallout.
Russian sub escorts 'shadow fleet' tanker in Atlantic
Russia has sent a submarine to escort a sanctioned oil tanker being pursued by the US across the Atlantic, escalating tensions. The vessel neared Iceland's waters this week. Read the full report.
Met Police staff plan six more strike days in pay row
Met Police call handlers and fleet staff will strike for six days in January, following a 'hugely disruptive' New Year's Eve walkout. The dispute centres on an 'inferior' pay offer compared to police officers. Read the latest.
Mickey Rourke Denounces GoFundMe Set Up in His Name
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies knowledge of a fundraiser for his rent, calling it 'humiliating' and urging fans to get refunds. Full story on the Hollywood controversy.
Cotswolds row over 'out of place' illuminated palm trees
Locals on England's most picturesque street rage at 'sheer hell' of building work and fairy-lit palms they say belong in Dubai, not the Cotswolds. Read the full story.
Bromley parking wardens strike over pay dispute
Civil Enforcement Officers in Bromley are striking for four days, halting parking fines. They demand £17 an hour, but APCOA offers £13. The council blames the contractor.
Unregulated Squid Fishing Fleet Threatens Atlantic Ecosystem
A massive, Chinese-dominated fishing fleet is exploiting a regulatory vacuum off Argentina, decimating squid stocks and risking ecological collapse. Learn about the environmental and human cost.
New Biscoff Ice Cream Sandwiches Launch in UK Stores
Lotus Biscoff launches new ice cream sandwiches in UK supermarkets. The treat features Biscoff-flavoured ice cream between two biscuits and is already getting rave reviews.
K-Pop star Danielle sued for millions after label feud
Ador label terminates Australian-born singer Danielle's contract and files a multi-million pound lawsuit, deepening the crisis within hit group NewJeans. Explore the full story.
China imposes 55% tariff on Australian beef imports
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.
Women's Global Resistance: From Rojava to Iceland
Amid global threats to women's rights, feminist resistance is flourishing in unexpected places like Syria's Rojava and Iceland. Discover how grassroots movements are pushing back.
18-year fight with Hackney Council over burglary claim
Anthony Burton has spent 18 years seeking compensation from Hackney Council after a burglary where CCTV he paid for was broken. He vows not to give up. Read the full story.
Melbourne Crown Casino workers strike on New Year's Eve
Hundreds of Crown Melbourne casino staff will walk out from 10pm to 2am on New Year's Eve, protesting a proposed two-tier pay system. The industrial action threatens to disrupt celebrations. Read the full story.
Iceland hits 19.8C on Christmas Eve, a new record
Iceland experienced its hottest Christmas Eve on record with temperatures reaching 19.8C, far above the seasonal average. Meteorologists blame a tropical air mass and high pressure. Discover the climate change implications.
EU to respond to US visa bans on digital officials
The European Commission vows a decisive reaction after the US imposed 'unjustified' visa bans on five Europeans involved in online content regulation. Read the latest on the escalating transatlantic row.
Thailand-Cambodia Talks Begin After Deadly Border Clashes
Thailand and Cambodia have initiated formal negotiations to de-escalate violent border clashes stemming from a temple dispute. The talks aim to prevent further casualties and restore regional stability. Read the latest developments.
Vezo people adapt to climate change with seaweed farming
Facing collapsing fish stocks, Madagascar's semi-nomadic Vezo people are cultivating seaweed as a vital new income. Discover how climate change and industrial trawling are reshaping an ancient maritime culture.
FBI probes mystery of missing lawyers after fishing trip
The search for uncle and nephew lawyers Randal Spivey and Brandon Billmaier, who vanished on a Florida fishing trip, has been called off. Their boat was found with the engine running. Read the full story.
Luton Airport Christmas strikes called off
Last-minute deal averts holiday travel chaos at Luton Airport as 200 workers suspend strikes. Flights from Boxing Day are now secure. Get the latest travel updates.
Cheapest Christmas dinner box hailed as 'greatest'
Supermarkets battle with pre-prepared festive meal kits. Iceland's £25 offering for four wins top praise from experts and customers for value and taste. Find out which boxes are worth it.
Scottish resident doctors vote to strike in January
Over 90% of BMA Scotland's resident doctors have backed strike action in January, demanding a credible pay offer. Health Secretary Neil Gray expresses disappointment and calls for talks.
MPs Question Vodafone Over Franchisee Treatment
Vodafone executives face parliamentary scrutiny over claims its commercial agreements harmed franchisees' mental health and finances. Read the full investigation.
Vodafone to meet MPs over franchisee scandal claims
Vodafone executives will meet MPs in January over a growing row with franchisees, with one MP citing 'uncomfortable echoes' of the Post Office Horizon scandal. Learn the full story.
Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute: A Century of Tension
A century-old border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia flared again in 2025. Our analysis explores the role of colonial maps, nationalism, and tourism. Discover the full story.
Junior Doctors Strike in England, NHS Warns of Disruption
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay, coinciding with a record flu season. NHS leaders warn of severe strain on hospitals, as the government and BMA trade accusations.
Junior Doctors' 14th Strike Hits NHS Amid Winter Flu Surge
Thousands of junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, the 14th since 2023, over pay erosion and a severe training post shortage, as the NHS faces a winter flu epidemic.
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