Why Christmas is Celebrated on December 24
Discover why countries across Europe and Latin America exchange presents on Christmas Eve, rooted in ancient Christian tradition. Explore the global festive customs.
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Growing Labour pressure on Starmer to rejoin EU customs union
Wes Streeting leads calls for deeper EU trade ties as post-Brexit deals disappoint. With 80% of Labour voters backing a customs union, pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to shift policy before the next election.
Brexit's Economic Damage Sparks Customs Union Debate
Analysis reveals Brexit has cost the UK 4% of GDP. As trade and investment suffer, Labour's Wes Streeting calls for deeper EU ties, but a customs union deal faces major hurdles. Explore the economic reality and political choices.
No 10 insists on Brexit red lines after Streeting EU comments
Downing Street insists the government is sticking to its Brexit red lines after Health Secretary Wes Streeting called for a deeper EU trading relationship. Read the latest political fallout.
Poll: Majority of Labour, Lib Dem, Green Voters Back EU Talks
New YouGov polling reveals strong support among opposition voters for a future UK leader to open negotiations on rejoining the EU and a customs union. Discover the data and political divide.
Starmer's Brexit warning from his own past
Keir Starmer faces internal pressure on EU policy as Labour rivals eye a more pro-European stance. Could his cautious approach on Brexit backfire? Analysis by Tom Baldwin.
Labour's secret talks on rejoining EU customs union
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government holds informal discussions on rejoining the EU customs union to boost economic growth, with GDP potentially rising 2.2%.
Lammy floats UK-EU customs union as Starmer stresses red lines
Deputy PM David Lammy suggests UK could benefit from rejoining an EU customs union, but PM Keir Starmer swiftly reaffirms the government's commitment to its manifesto pledge not to return. Explore the internal debate on post-Brexit ties.
New Orleans Council Meeting Disrupted by ICE Protesters
Protesters were forcibly removed from a New Orleans city council meeting after demonstrating against a major ICE immigration operation. Get the full story on the latest front in the US crackdown.
Forgotten Christmas Traditions Readers Want Revived
From wassailing to green Santas, Guardian readers reveal the ancient Yuletide customs they'd love to bring back for a more authentic British Christmas experience.
Retailers Urge Faster End to £135 Import Tax Break
British retailers including Primark and Currys criticise government delay until 2029 to scrap customs duty exemption that benefits Chinese competitors. Read why they demand immediate action.
$10.3m Meth Found Hidden in Lettuce Shipment
US border officials intercepted 1,153lbs of methamphetamine concealed within a lettuce shipment valued at $10.3m. Discover how drug cartels are evolving smuggling techniques.
ICE detains US citizen teen during school lunch
A 17-year-old US citizen was detained by ICE agents during his school lunch break in Oregon. Discover the details of this controversial incident and its wider implications.
Which Old British Christmas Traditions Should Return?
Discover the forgotten Christmas traditions Brits want to revive this festive season. From wassailing to parlour games, explore which customs are making a comeback.
£2M gold and jewellery seized at Manchester Airport
Border Force officers at Manchester Airport have intercepted a staggering £2 million haul of gold bars and luxury jewellery in what's believed to be a major money laundering operation. Discover the details of this dramatic seizure.
Halloween's Hidden Medieval Roots Revealed
Discover how medieval monks and nuns shaped the Halloween traditions we know today, long before it became the Americanised festival of frights.
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