Liberal leadership challenges in Victoria and federal politics
Victorian Liberal leader Brad Battin faces a leadership spill as federal leader Sussan Ley defends her position. Follow the latest political turmoil and Penny Wong's China speech.
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Charlotte protests over aggressive US immigration raids
Over 130 people detained in Charlotte immigration crackdown. North Carolina governor condemns tactics 'stoking fear'. Protests escalate as residents report heavy-handed arrests.
China's Japan travel warning hits tourism shares
Chinese travel advisory for Japan triggers market slump after PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Shiseido shares fall 9% as diplomatic row escalates. Read the full analysis.
US Scrambles to Break China's Rare-Earth Dominance
The Trump administration is racing to rebuild America's rare-earth supply chain, challenging China's 90% processing control. Can the US achieve mineral independence?
China Escalates Senkaku Dispute After Japan's Taiwan Remarks
Beijing deploys coast guard and drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's warning about potential military response to Taiwan conflict. Read the latest developments.
Leeds Named UK's Most Concert-Obsessed City
A 2025 study reveals Leeds as the UK's most concert-obsessed city, with Oxford and Edinburgh completing the top three. Discover if your city made the top 10 ranking.
China warns against Japan travel over Taiwan comments
Beijing advises citizens against visiting Japan after PM Sanae Takaichi's military response remarks on Taiwan. Diplomatic tensions escalate as ambassadors are summoned.
China voices 'extreme disappointment' with Dutch minister
China expresses extreme disappointment with the Dutch minister over a semiconductor supply chain crisis that brought the global car industry to a halt. Read the full story.
RedBird drops £500m Telegraph bid over China links
RedBird Capital consortium withdraws £500m Telegraph offer following newsroom opposition and scrutiny over China connections. Explore the implications for the media group's future.
China's 'Robot Wolves' Army in Black Mirror-Style Drills
China unveils 'robot wolves' in beach assault drills, mirroring Black Mirror's Metal Head. The four-legged machines are designed for frontline attacks, raising fears over Taiwan. Read the full analysis.
Reeves abandons income tax hike in budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves drops planned income tax rise, breaking a key manifesto pledge. Meanwhile, China's factory output slows to its weakest in over a year. Stay informed on the latest economic shifts.
UK Urged to Reject China's 'Super Embassy' Plan
Security expert Mark Wheatley warns the proposed Chinese 'super embassy' near the Tower of London poses a major risk to UK national security and vital financial data lines. The government must take a bold stand.
Scientist pleads guilty in US pathogen smuggling case
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'.
Newly opened Chinese bridge collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed 758-metre bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties reported, but an investigation is underway. Read the latest details.
New China bridge collapses days after opening
Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan province collapses just days after opening. No casualties reported as authorities had closed structure after cracks appeared. Read the full investigation.
Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
Shocking footage shows moment newly constructed bridge collapses in China's Sichuan province just days after opening. Full investigation underway.
Winchester's Secret Island Garden Near London
Discover Winchester's hidden tropical paradise just an hour from London. Explore medieval streets, ancient cathedral and secret gardens in England's former capital.
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.
China's Pressure on UK Universities Over Research
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese government pressure led Sheffield Hallam University to remove critical human rights research. Discover the UK's academic entanglement with China.
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.
China removes popular gay dating apps from stores
Blued and Finka, two of China's most popular LGBTQ+ dating apps, have been removed from Apple and Android app stores following a government order. Discover the implications for digital rights and the LGBTQ+ community in China.
China's 758m Hongqi Bridge collapses after opening
Shocking footage captures the moment the 758-metre Hongqi Bridge in China collapsed in a landslide. No casualties reported. Get the full story and analysis.
Trump threatens BBC with $1bn legal action
Donald Trump threatens the BBC with a $1bn lawsuit over a documentary edit, as senior BBC figures resign. Plus, China's CO2 emissions fall and tech giants fight spyware.
China resumes chip supply to EU for 12 months
China agrees to restart Nexperia chip exports to Europe for one year only, exposing EU's vulnerability to trade weaponisation and strategic dependencies.
China's emissions flat as renewable energy capacity soars
China's CO2 emissions have been flat or falling for 18 months, analysis finds, as the world's biggest polluter adds record solar and wind capacity, putting it on track for early peak emissions.
Why I left London for Europe's friendliest city
A Londoner's journey to discover if the grass really is greener led to an unexpected winner in the European friendliness stakes, with surprising results that challenge British perceptions.
Pavement Vigilante Shames Britain's Worst Pedestrians
Meet the anonymous campaigner shaming phone-zombies and pavement-hoggers across UK cities. Discover how one person's mission is forcing Britain to confront its terrible walking etiquette.
China ends US soybean tariffs amid Microsoft cyber crisis
In a dramatic shift in trade policy, China removes tariffs on US soybeans as Microsoft reports staggering $237 billion market cap loss following cyber attack. Full market coverage.
Alentejo's Golden Autumn: Portugal's Ancient Charm
Escape to Portugal's Alentejo region this autumn for ancient hilltop cities, golden vineyards, and authentic cultural experiences away from the crowds.
Chinese astronauts delayed after space debris collision
In a dramatic orbital incident, Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station face extended stay after their Shenzhou-20 spacecraft was struck by space debris, raising concerns about growing space junk threats.
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