Labour's secret talks on rejoining EU customs union
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government holds informal discussions on rejoining the EU customs union to boost economic growth, with GDP potentially rising 2.2%.
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Lammy floats UK-EU customs union as Starmer stresses red lines
Deputy PM David Lammy suggests UK could benefit from rejoining an EU customs union, but PM Keir Starmer swiftly reaffirms the government's commitment to its manifesto pledge not to return. Explore the internal debate on post-Brexit ties.
New Orleans Council Meeting Disrupted by ICE Protesters
Protesters were forcibly removed from a New Orleans city council meeting after demonstrating against a major ICE immigration operation. Get the full story on the latest front in the US crackdown.
Thailand seizes $318m in assets in cyber-scam crackdown
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
Sydney Crime Raid: $12m Assets Seized, Six Arrested
NSW police have arrested six people and seized luxury cars worth millions, including a Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini, in a major organised crime operation. Read the full details.
Forgotten Christmas Traditions Readers Want Revived
From wassailing to green Santas, Guardian readers reveal the ancient Yuletide customs they'd love to bring back for a more authentic British Christmas experience.
7 illegal e-bikes seized in West London crackdown
Metropolitan Police and Hounslow Council seize 10 illegal electric vehicles, including an e-bike modified to reach 60mph. The crackdown highlights growing safety concerns.
Retailers Urge Faster End to £135 Import Tax Break
British retailers including Primark and Currys criticise government delay until 2029 to scrap customs duty exemption that benefits Chinese competitors. Read why they demand immediate action.
$10.3m Meth Found Hidden in Lettuce Shipment
US border officials intercepted 1,153lbs of methamphetamine concealed within a lettuce shipment valued at $10.3m. Discover how drug cartels are evolving smuggling techniques.
ICE detains US citizen teen during school lunch
A 17-year-old US citizen was detained by ICE agents during his school lunch break in Oregon. Discover the details of this controversial incident and its wider implications.
Which Old British Christmas Traditions Should Return?
Discover the forgotten Christmas traditions Brits want to revive this festive season. From wassailing to parlour games, explore which customs are making a comeback.
Labour's jewellery seizure plan for asylum seekers
Labour Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's controversial plan to seize valuables from asylum seekers mirrors Denmark's 2016 policy. Discover why critics call it 'unserious' and 'vindictive'.
Outrage over asylum seeker jewellery seizure plan
The government faces criticism over plans to seize assets from asylum seekers. Critics call it 'performative cruelty' that dehumanises migrants and ignores sentimental value of possessions.
Fraudster jailed over UK's £5.5bn Bitcoin seizure
Zhimin Qian sentenced for £5.5bn Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded 128,000 victims. Discover the full story of the UK's largest cryptocurrency seizure.
Bulgaria seizes Russian refinery in sanctions crackdown
In a significant escalation of economic pressure on Moscow, Bulgaria moves to nationalise a key Russian-owned oil refinery while Poland positions itself as Europe's new gas conduit from the US.
£2M gold and jewellery seized at Manchester Airport
Border Force officers at Manchester Airport have intercepted a staggering £2 million haul of gold bars and luxury jewellery in what's believed to be a major money laundering operation. Discover the details of this dramatic seizure.
NRL Star's Brain Bleed Exposes Concussion Protocol Crisis
Melbourne Storm star Eli Katoa's career-threatening brain injury and sideline seizure expose critical flaws in rugby league's concussion safety measures, sparking urgent calls for reform.
East London crime group hid £3.2 million in cash
A sophisticated organised crime group operating across East London has been dismantled after police discovered £3.2 million in cash hidden in properties from Plaistow to Dagenham. Discover how detectives cracked this major money laundering operation.
£1.4m cannabis seized at Birmingham Airport
UK Border Force intercepts massive cannabis shipment valued at £1.4 million at Birmingham Airport, marking one of the region's largest drug seizures this year.
£100M cocaine smuggling fishing boat for UK auction
A fishing vessel implicated in a massive £100 million cocaine smuggling operation has been uncovered by UK authorities and is now set for public auction, revealing sophisticated trafficking tactics.
Fulham shop exposed in drug paraphernalia raid
A West London convenience store faces closure after police discovered a sophisticated drug equipment operation hidden behind legitimate shelves during a targeted raid.
Halloween's Hidden Medieval Roots Revealed
Discover how medieval monks and nuns shaped the Halloween traditions we know today, long before it became the Americanised festival of frights.
50,000 zombie knives seized in UK crackdown
New government figures reveal a dramatic increase in zombie knives and machetes removed from UK streets, with nearly 50,000 seized or surrendered in the past year alone.
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