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Iran's Chilling Threat to Trump Over Protest Crackdown
Iran issues a direct threat to US President Donald Trump on state TV, escalating tensions over the regime's violent crackdown on nationwide protests. Full analysis of the crisis.
Greenland Invasion Fears as Trump Threatens Military Action
As high-stakes talks loom, Greenlanders express alarm and powerlessness over Donald Trump's renewed threats to acquire the autonomous Danish territory by force. Read about the anxiety gripping the island.
Football Weekly Podcast: AFCON Special on Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt
The Guardian's Football Weekly podcast delivers a deep dive into the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, analysing the fortunes of favourites Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal. Listen for expert insights on the tournament's biggest stories.
UK has no defence plan for war, warns military chief
Britain's defence chief reveals the UK has no comprehensive plan to defend the nation or mobilise the NHS in a major war, despite heightened threats from Russia. Read the full exclusive.
Media Mega-Deals Pose Danger to Democracy, Hearing Warns
A US congressional hearing warns that both Netflix's $82.7bn and Paramount's $108bn bids for Warner Bros Discovery threaten free speech and democratic integrity through market power and political capitulation.
Labour MP threatens by-election over jury trial plans
Labour MP Karl Turner warns he may force a by-election to oppose government plans to cut jury trials for some offences. Read the full story on the political standoff.
Iran threatens Israel, US bases amid protest crackdown
Iran warns of attacks on Israel and US bases if Washington intervenes in its internal crackdown on protests, raising fears of a wider conflict. Read the latest developments.
Russian Hypersonic Missile Puts Europe in Range
Russia's use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile in Ukraine signals a direct threat to European security. With a range of 5,500km, it can reach the UK in minutes. Read the full analysis.
Iran's Death Penalty Threat Amid Widespread Protests
Iran's supreme leader accuses protesters of acting for Trump as authorities threaten executions. Internet blackout imposed amid spreading unrest. Read the latest developments.
Democrats Threaten DHS Funds Over ICE Killing
US Democrats demand accountability and threaten to withhold Homeland Security funding after an ICE officer shot dead a 37-year-old American woman in Minneapolis. Calls for agency reform grow.
Trump Threatens Greenland Seizure, NATO Shivers
President Trump doubles down on threat to annex Greenland, refusing to rule out military action. Sky News Daily podcast explores the implications for NATO and Denmark.
Monarch butterflies face near extinction in California
Pacific Grove, known as Butterfly Town USA, sees monarch numbers crash. Citizen scientists and experts battle pesticides and habitat loss to save this iconic species from vanishing.
UK's National Security Under Threat, Says Brandon Lewis
Former Conservative Chairman Brandon Lewis argues national security is the bedrock of economic prosperity. He warns of urgent threats from Russia and China, and calls for faster defence innovation. Read the full analysis.
Prince Harry wins fight for UK security protection
The Duke of Sussex is set to have his automatic armed police protection reinstated in the UK after a lengthy legal fight, potentially paving the way for royal family reunions. Read the latest developments.
Chinese 'Kill Switch' Fear for UK Electric Buses
British security services warn hundreds of Chinese-made electric buses could be remotely disabled. Discover the risks and the government's response.
FBI thwarts ISIS-inspired New Year's Eve terror plot
An 18-year-old man was arrested for plotting a knife and hammer attack on a grocery store. The FBI says the ISIS-inspired plan targeted specific groups. Read the full details.
Musk's 'war' reply to TikTok threat ignites political row
Elon Musk responds ominously to a TikToker's claim he is 'about to die', fuelling tensions around Somali immigrants and US politics. Discover the full story and its wider implications.
UK parakeet population boom sparks wildlife concerns
The UK's ring-necked parakeet population has exploded, raising fears for native birds and bats. Scientists call for urgent research as control measures are debated.
National Trust bans volunteer over website spelling mistakes
A 71-year-old volunteer was blacklisted by the National Trust after sending a dossier of 400 hours' worth of spelling and factual errors from the charity's website to its director-general. Read the full story.
Turkey detains 120+ ISIS suspects ahead of New Year
Turkish police have detained more than 120 suspected Islamic State militants in raids across 25 provinces. Authorities warn of plots targeting New Year celebrations. Read the latest security updates.
Simpsons predictions that came true in 2025
From AI threats to climate anxiety, discover the eerie 2025 events forecast by The Simpsons decades ago. Explore the show's uncanny track record of predicting global trends.
Coastal erosion threatens Norfolk graves, families in anguish
Families in Norfolk face heartbreak as coastal erosion endangers churchyard graves. Council delays cause distress. Read about the fight to protect final resting places.
Trump's forceful Monroe Doctrine revival alarms Latin America
Donald Trump's aggressive foreign policy pivot to the Americas, reviving a Monroe Doctrine for the 21st century, risks regional instability and a refugee crisis. Explore the high-stakes strategy.
Berkeley Researchers Warn of AI Catastrophe Risks
In Berkeley, AI safety experts warn of existential threats from superintelligent AI, including robot coups and bioweapons. Discover their urgent calls for regulation and oversight.
Community Saves Mexican Island, Now Faces Tourism Threat
The story of Espíritu Santo, an island saved from 1990s developers by a unique private conservation effort, now faces a new crisis from mass tourism and declining marine life.
AI Threatens 40% of Jobs, Warns IMF Head
The IMF warns AI will affect 40% of jobs globally, worsening inequality. We want to hear from UK workers who have changed career plans due to AI automation fears.
Man Utd's Ayden Heaven Picks England Over Ghana
Manchester United's rising star Ayden Heaven has decided to pursue his international career with England, despite interest from Ghana. The 19-year-old defender is impressing at Old Trafford.
Poland's €2bn Anti-Drone Border Fortification Plan
Poland is constructing a €2bn, multi-layered anti-drone defence system along its eastern border with Belarus and Russia. The project, prompted by recent airspace incursions, aims for completion within two years.
North Korean IT Scam Targets Amazon to Fund Weapons
Amazon's security chief warns of a surge in North Korean operatives applying for remote tech jobs to funnel wages to Pyongyang's weapons programmes. Discover the sophisticated tactics used and how UK firms can protect themselves.
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