Foreign Office hacked, ministers say no personal data at risk
A minister confirms the Foreign Office suffered a hack in October but states the government is 'fairly confident' individual data is safe. Get the latest on this security breach.
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Foreign Office hack confirmed, ministers say data safe
A minister confirms the Foreign Office was hacked in October but says the government is 'fairly confident' no individual data was accessed. Read the latest on the investigation.
Gaza Student Reaches UK After Visa U-Turn
Manar al-Houbi reaches the UK with her family after a Foreign Office policy reversal, but the Gaza student evacuation scheme leaves others facing impossible choices. Read the full report.
UK Foreign Office hit by cyber-attack in October
Trade minister Chris Bryant confirms a cyber-attack on the Foreign Office in October, but says it's 'not clear' if China was responsible. Read the latest details on the security breach.
Christian Turner named new UK Ambassador to United States
Career diplomat Christian Turner appointed UK Ambassador to the US, marking a shift from political appointments after Lord Mandelson's scandal. Read the full analysis.
Starmer Appoints Diplomat Christian Turner as US Ambassador
Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints career diplomat Christian Turner as the new UK ambassador to Washington, replacing Peter Mandelson. Discover the details and implications of this key diplomatic move.
Data Reveals Low Success Rate for Deportation Human Rights Claims
A retired judge clarifies the ECHR's 'right to respect for family life' and reveals just 0.73% of foreign offenders successfully use it to avoid deportation. Read the facts behind the headlines.
Trump Strategy: Europe Faces 'Civilisational Erasure'
A new US National Security Strategy outlines a dramatic 'America First' foreign policy shift, warning Europe could be 'unrecognisable' due to migration. Read the key details.
Zootopia 2 Hits China's Highest-Grossing Foreign Animation
Disney's Zootopia 2 has become China's highest-grossing foreign animated film, earning over $600 million. Discover how it surpassed Frozen II and what this means for Hollywood.
Watchdog seeks urgent clarity on police facial recognition bias
The UK's data watchdog demands answers from the Home Office after tests reveal facial recognition technology is more likely to misidentify Black and Asian people. Read the full report.
MPs: Protect Children's Rights in Ukraine Peace Talks
Over 130 cross-party MPs urge the Foreign Office to prioritise children's rights in any Ukraine peace settlement. Read their crucial demands for safeguarding the future.
UK Women Stranded in Sri Lanka Cyclone Landslides
Two London women are stranded without food or water in Sri Lanka's tea mountains after Cyclone Ditwah-triggered landslides. Their daughter criticises the UK Foreign Office's lack of evacuation plan. Read more.
Sri Lanka Cyclone: Travel Advice After 400 Deaths
Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka's worst floods in 20 years. The UK Foreign Office updates travel advice. Here's what British tourists need to know.
London's Wet Start to December with Met Office Warnings
London faces a soaking start to December with heavy rain forecast. The Met Office warns of 'significant' rain hazards and potential flooding in South Wales. Get the full weekly weather outlook.
Fears for UK security as Foreign Office scraps conflict unit
MPs warn that abolishing the FCDO's migration and conflict directorate undermines UK security and risks losing vital expertise in global peace-building efforts.
Flash Floods and Landslides Devastate Indonesia
Torrential rain triggers catastrophic flash floods and landslides across Indonesia, causing widespread destruction and multiple fatalities. Rescue operations continue.
British national arrested in Lebanon for suspected spying
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
Third Post Office IT system conviction referred
Former sub-postmaster Gareth Snow's 2001 conviction, linked to the faulty APS/APT system, is referred to the Court of Appeal. Could this be the next Horizon scandal?
Indonesia Floods Kill Dozens in Sumatra Search
Rescue teams intensify search for victims after devastating floods and landslides kill dozens in Sumatra. Emergency response continues as death toll rises.
Sumatra flash floods death toll rises to 57
Devastating flash floods in Sumatra's Pesisir Selatan claim 57 lives with 22 missing. Rescue teams battle challenging conditions as climate change concerns mount.
Hong Kong Tower Block Fire: Aerial Footage Shows Blaze
Dramatic aerial video captures massive fire engulfing Hong Kong residential complex. Emergency services battle intense flames as investigation begins.
UK Couple Detained in Iran, Son Criticises Government
The son of a British couple detained in Iran accuses the UK government of inaction. Lindsay and Craig Foreman from East Sussex face espionage charges they deny. Read their story and demand action.
Hong Kong Fire Kills 9, Hundreds Evacuated
Major fire engulfs Hong Kong housing complex, leaving 9 dead and hundreds displaced. Emergency services continue search operations as investigation launches.
US National Guard Soldiers Shot Near White House
Two US National Guard soldiers were shot near the White House in Washington DC. Their conditions remain unknown as emergency services responded to the incident.
Hong Kong fire kills 36, hundreds missing in tower blocks
Massive fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment complex leaving dozens dead and hundreds missing. Latest updates on the Tai Po district tragedy and emergency response efforts.
Trump-Mamdani Meeting Divides MAGA Supporters
Donald Trump's cordial Oval Office meeting with Zohran Mamdani has created disarray among his MAGA base, with prominent supporters expressing outrage over the warm reception.
UK Embassy Accused of Undermining Sanctions
The British embassy in Tel Aviv faces allegations of violating UK sanctions law by employing an Israeli citizen who owns a home in an illegal West Bank settlement. Experts warn of legal and reputational risks.
UK's COVID-19 Response: A Complete Timeline
A detailed look at the UK's journey through the pandemic, from the first death to the final lifted restrictions. Discover the key dates that shaped the nation's response.
COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Deaths From Lockdown Delay
The UK COVID inquiry exposes how delayed lockdowns cost 23,000 lives, with repeated failures leading to 65,000 second-wave deaths. Discover the damning findings.
Covid Inquiry Slams UK Leaders' Pandemic Response
Damning Covid inquiry report reveals Nicola Sturgeon relied on small inner circle, while UK government was 'toxic and chaotic'. Leaders across all four nations criticised for 'too little, too late' approach.
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