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Starmer's China Trip: UK to Approve Royal Mint Court Embassy
Keir Starmer prepares for a pivotal China visit, with the UK expected to approve Beijing's new 'super embassy'. Analysis reveals Labour's conciliatory economic-focused approach.
Sky News team detained filming China factory protest
Sky News journalists were forced into cars and had a camera seized while covering a strike in Shenzhen. Exclusive data reveals a 48% surge in protests across China, driven by economic grievances.
Whitehall morale up under Labour, new report shows
Civil service morale has seen a slight uptick following Labour's 2024 election win, with significant boosts in the health and energy departments. Read the full analysis of the annual Whitehall monitor report.
Business confidence lowest in nearly five years
BDO's optimism index reveals business confidence has plummeted to its weakest since 2021. Experts blame low demand, tax burdens, and Labour's employment reforms. Read the full analysis.
Trump threatens action on Greenland 'whether they like it or not'
US President Donald Trump has declared he will act on Greenland to pre-empt Russia or China, stating he would do so 'the hard way' if necessary. Read the latest on this escalating geopolitical claim.
Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
Farmers' anger at Labour continues despite tax U-turn
Despite a pre-Christmas U-turn on inheritance tax for farms, Labour faces deep-seated anger from farmers at the Oxford Farming Conference, with protests highlighting a crisis of trust in rural policy.
Business leaders doubt Starmer's China trip without embassy approval
Sky News learns PM Keir Starmer is courting bosses for a Beijing visit, but executives warn the trip may not happen unless China's controversial new London embassy is approved first. Read the latest.
Labour's 'Incumbency First' Plan to Protect Sitting MPs
Deputy leader Lucy Powell tells Labour MPs the party will focus on defending existing seats and training MPs to be community leaders. She urges an end to infighting to secure the government's future.
Trump's Venezuela move signals new US hemispheric empire
Analysis: The US assault on Venezuela marks a pivotal shift in Trump's foreign policy, openly embracing a doctrine of regional domination and resource control. Read the full column.
China's Venezuela Risk After US Seizes Maduro
Beijing condemns US 'imperialist' action as Trump's seizure of Nicolás Maduro threatens China's $106bn investments and oil interests in Venezuela. Analysis of the diplomatic fallout.
Thornberry: US Venezuela Move Risks International Law Collapse
Senior Labour MP Emily Thornberry warns that Western silence on the US intervention in Venezuela could embolden China and Russia, threatening the global rules-based order. Read the full analysis.
China taxes condoms to boost birth rates
China introduces a 13% VAT on contraceptives while exempting childcare services, aiming to reverse a declining population. Experts debate the policy's effectiveness and potential risks.
China imposes 55% tariff on Australian beef imports
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
Labour's 2025 highs and lows: Starmer's turbulent year
A look back at Keir Starmer's government in 2025: major trade deals and renter reforms vs immigration chaos and a shocking resignation. Did Labour deliver?
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.
Trump Reacts to China's Military Drills Near Taiwan
Former US President Donald Trump says he is 'not worried' about China's live-fire military exercises near Taiwan, raising questions about future US policy in the region. Read the full analysis.
China Sanctions US Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sale
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence companies after Washington approves its largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Labour alienates rural voters with hunting ban plan
A new poll reveals 76% believe Labour prioritises urban issues. The government's plan to ban trail hunting sparks a major rift with the countryside ahead of Boxing Day meets.
China imposes tariffs up to 42.7% on EU dairy imports
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
Pubs Ban Labour MPs in Business Rates Protest
Labour MPs face being barred from local pubs in a growing protest over business rates. The 'No Labour MPs' campaign highlights a major headache for Keir Starmer's government. Read the full story.
Honduras Election: A Win for Taiwan in Latin America
Honduras's election sees both candidates pledging to restore ties with Taiwan, halting China's diplomatic advance in Latin America amid US pressure and unmet Beijing promises. Explore the regional shift.
China's rural protests surge as migrant workers return home
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
China Taxes Condoms Amid Declining Birth Rate
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
China Taxes Condoms in Bid to Reverse Falling Birth Rate
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
Japan Claims China Locked Radar on Fighter Jets
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Labour's biggest union backer eyes party split
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
Labour minister: Life is 's**t' for young people
A Labour minister has candidly stated life is 's**t' for young adults struggling with housing and childcare costs, as UK birth rates hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
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