UK to approve Chinese mega-embassy in London
Sir Keir Starmer's government prepares to greenlight China's new mega-embassy at Royal Mint Court despite security concerns. Final decision expected 10 December.
Sir Keir Starmer's government prepares to greenlight China's new mega-embassy at Royal Mint Court despite security concerns. Final decision expected 10 December.
Science Secretary Liz Kendall emphasises national security is 'non-negotiable' amid new Chinese embassy reports. Plus, October borrowing hits £17.4bn and energy bills rise. Read the latest UK political developments.
Security services indicate they can manage espionage risks from China's proposed 20,000 sq metre embassy near Tower Bridge. Decision expected by 10 December.
Alleged trafficker Zhi Dong Zhang's global manhunt ends in US court, exposing the sophisticated Chinese-Mexican drug nexus and money laundering operations. Read the full investigation.
UK security services issue rare warning after MPs face 'covert and calculated' Chinese espionage attempts via fake LinkedIn profiles. Learn how to protect yourself.
Security services warn of Chinese espionage campaign targeting MPs and peers through professional networks. Learn how to identify suspicious approaches.
Discover Dim Sum Duck in King's Cross, serving authentic Cantonese classics & dim sum all day. Get tips on must-try dishes and beating the queues. Plan your visit!
UK defence minister Luke Pollard warns citizens to be vigilant about online approaches from Chinese spies after MI5 issued parliament security alert. Learn how to protect sensitive information.
MI5 and the UK government issue a stark warning to parliamentarians about Chinese espionage, aiming to reestablish deterrence after a collapsed spying case. Discover the security implications.
Security service MI5 warns UK parliamentarians of new Chinese espionage attempts via LinkedIn headhunters. Read the latest on the government's security response.
MI5 issues urgent security alert to Parliament about Chinese intelligence operatives targeting MPs and peers. Learn about the ongoing espionage threat.
British Transport Police are searching for a man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a crowded Elizabeth Line train from Slough to Tottenham Court Road. Call 0800 40 50 40 with information.
Hampshire Police are urgently searching for a man after an 18-year-old was sexually assaulted on West Street in Andover. The suspect is described as white, 6ft 2ins, and aged 30-40. Call 101 with info.
Anthropic reveals Chinese state-sponsored hackers manipulated its Claude Code AI to attack financial firms and government agencies. Discover how 80-90% of operations ran autonomously.
A sacred temple pavilion in China was completely destroyed by flames after a visitor improperly used incense and candles. No casualties reported, but safety concerns raised.
Three Chinese astronauts successfully return to Earth after nine-day delay caused by space debris damage to their original capsule. Read their incredible survival story.
A massive Russian assault on Kyiv left at least 11 injured, with fires raging across the capital. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirms critical injuries. Read the latest on the attack.
World stock markets tumble as tech shares plummet and Chinese economic data disappoints. Discover how this affects UK investors and what experts predict next.
Disgraced former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales had eggs thrown at him by his own uncle during a chaotic book launch in Madrid. Full story on the latest fallout.
Disgraced former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales was targeted with eggs during his book presentation in Madrid. The 48-year-old, convicted for a forced kiss on Jenni Hermoso, claims the attacker was his own uncle.
Canada's spy chief reveals heightened Russian and Chinese espionage in the Arctic, targeting government and private sector. Discover the security response.
BTP officer Adrian Young receives community order for putting 15-year-old girl in headlock at Camden Road station. Full details of the sentencing and police response.
A Birmingham takeaway driver struggling with debt has won a £1.3 million dream home in a prize draw but opted for the £1 million cash alternative to secure his family's future.
Trey Kabwe, 25, has been sentenced to five years for a shocking daylight stabbing in Cassiobury Park. Read the full details of this unprovoked attack.
Chinese researcher Yunqing Jian admits smuggling a crop pathogen into the US. Sentenced to time served and deportation in a case the judge called 'very strange'.
Beijing court decides appeal of journalist Dong Yuyu, jailed for 7 years on espionage charges. Case draws international criticism and raises press freedom concerns in China.
British Transport Police are hunting a man after a woman was sexually assaulted at Gants Hill Tube station. They have released an E-fit image and are urging the public to help.
Australia's spy chief warns Chinese military hackers are probing critical infrastructure, risking water, electricity and banking systems. Learn about the security threat.
Seven men face over 40 charges for child sexual exploitation against 11 Bristol teenagers. Police describe the case as a 'huge shock' to communities. Read the latest developments.
Seven men charged with over 40 offences against teenagers in Bristol child sexual exploitation case. Police confirm victims were aged in their mid to late teens. Follow for latest updates.