Three Quarters of Brits Pessimistic About UK Future
New polling reveals 76% of Britons believe the UK is heading in the wrong direction amid economic concerns. Discover what's driving this pessimism ahead of the Autumn Budget.
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UK-US rift over Caribbean airstrikes deepens
Tensions escalate as Britain suspends intelligence sharing with Washington over controversial US airstrikes on 'drug boats' that killed over 70 people. Discover the implications for the special relationship.
Greenwich Play Centres Consultation Launches
Greenwich Council launches a public consultation on the future of its five adventure play centres, aiming to make savings amidst a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say from November 17.
Reform Public Procurement to Boost UK Growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform the UK's £400bn public procurement system, criticised as bureaucratic and costly, to drive economic growth and savings.
China's surveillance tactics revealed in Tibetan cop case
Explore how China extends thought control beyond its borders through surveillance tactics, revealed in the case of a Tibetan NY police officer facing spying charges. Read the investigation.
EU Plans to Weaken GDPR Data Protection Laws
Leaked documents reveal EU plans to dilute GDPR data protection laws, risking Europe's digital sovereignty and empowering US tech giants. Urgent action needed to enforce existing regulations.
Japan's female PM faces sumo ring tradition dilemma
Japan's first female prime minister Sanae Takaichi faces a historic decision: will she defy sumo wrestling's centuries-old ban on women entering the sacred ring to present a trophy?
Minns: 'Errant Email' Caused Neo-Nazi Rally Notification Fail
NSW Premier Chris Minns suggests a misdirected email may explain why his office wasn't warned about the Sydney neo-Nazi rally. Discover the security breakdown and ongoing investigation.
Government AI Rollout Faces Security and Data Risks
Australian finance minister Katy Gallagher announces widespread AI adoption across government departments following positive trial results, despite concerns about data security and job impacts.
Morton: Charge councils over care child deaths
BAFTA-winning actor Samantha Morton calls for manslaughter charges against councils failing children in care. Sky News data reveals a sharp rise in care leaver deaths.
Serbia protests Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands protest in Belgrade against a law fast-tracking Jared Kushner's luxury development on a historic army building site. Discover the controversy and government response.
Google Maps displays disputed border differently in Morocco
Google Maps displays Western Sahara's border differently for users in Morocco versus other countries. Discover how tech giants handle geopolitical disputes and what this means for digital mapping.
Protesters storm Cop30 climate summit in Brazil
Indigenous and non-Indigenous activists forced their way into the Cop30 conference in Belém, Brazil, leading to tussles with security. Discover the details of the dramatic event.
Democrats Vow to Block US Shutdown Bill Over Healthcare
Top House Democrats pledge to oppose funding bill after 53-day government shutdown, creating tight vote for Republican speaker. Read the latest US political developments.
Liberal Party's Net Zero Policy Alienates Young Voters
The Liberal Party faces electoral irrelevance as it abandons climate commitments, alienating millennials and Gen Z who demand stronger climate action. Discover why this strategy fails both morally and mathematically.
Starmer Vows to Fight Labour Leadership Challenge
Sir Keir Starmer pledges to fight any plot to oust him as Labour MPs fear budget backlash. Read the latest Westminster developments and analysis.
Supreme Court Extends Block on $4bn Food Stamps
Millions of Americans face food insecurity as the Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to continue blocking $4bn in SNAP benefits. Discover the impact.
New UK law tackles AI child abuse material
A proposed UK law empowers watchdogs to test AI models for child safety before release, as reports of AI-generated abuse material more than double. Learn how this aims to protect children.
China sharpens language on Taiwan in strategic shift
Beijing intensifies its 'reunification' campaign with sharper language, satellite imagery, and a new national holiday, signalling a longer-term strategy for Taiwan.
Protesters clash with UN security at Cop30 in Brazil
Indigenous and non-indigenous activists stormed the Cop30 conference centre in Belém, clashing with UN security. Get the latest on the climate summit protests.
Australia Blocks Russian Embassy Over Security Fears
Australia's high court dismisses Russia's embassy bid near Parliament House but orders compensation for cancelled lease. Read the full security implications.
Five arrests at London protests over IDF chants
Met Police arrest five during rival protests outside Bob Vylan's Kentish Town concert, including one for IDF-related chants. Read the full details.
Protesters storm COP30 venue in Brazil security clash
Indigenous protesters forced entry at COP30 climate summit in Brazil, clashing with security guards. Demonstrators demanded land rights as tensions escalate in Amazon. Follow live updates.
UK stops sharing intelligence with US on Caribbean strikes
The UK has suspended some intelligence sharing with the US on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean over concerns US strikes may breach international law. Read the full story.
NHS manager jailed for 28 years for Snapchat grooming
Senior NHS manager Paul Lipscombe sentenced to 28 years for raping and sexually assaulting girls groomed on Snapchat. Police believe there may be more victims. Contact authorities if affected.
Lib Dem Presidential Candidates Battle for Party Future
Liberal Democrats choose new president as Josh Babarinde and Prue Bray offer competing strategies to expand beyond southern heartlands and counter populism.
Protesters storm COP30 venue in Brazil
Armed activists clashed with UN guards at the COP30 climate summit in Belem, forcing entry and causing injuries. Follow for live updates on this breaking story.
Ethics Officials Removed in Trump Ally Document Probe
Fannie Mae ethics staff were fired after investigating whether a Trump ally improperly accessed mortgage details of Letitia James and Adam Schiff. Read the full investigation.
Kansas County Pays $3m Over Newspaper Raid
Marion County agrees to pay over $3 million and apologise for a 2023 police raid on a local newspaper that sparked a national press freedom outcry. Discover the full story.
Reeves rejects £1bn NHS redundancy funding plea
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has denied a £1bn emergency funding request from Health Secretary Wes Streeting to cover NHS redundancy payouts for 18,000 staff. Discover the implications for the health service.
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