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UK govt toughens immigration plans as hard-right gains
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed Monday to "finally take back control" of Britain's borders as his government unveiled policies designed to reduce legal immigration and fend off rising support for the hard right.
Under pressure, UK govt unveils flagship immigration plans
Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed Monday to "finally take back control" of Britain's borders as his government unveiled policies designed to reduce immigration and fend off rising support for the hard right.
Markets rally after China and US slash tariffs for 90 days
Stocks rallied Monday after Chinese and US officials held "substantial" trade talks and slashed their tit-for-tat tariffs for 90 days, fuelling hopes the two sides will pull back from a standoff that has rattled global markets.
Salt of the earth: Pilot project helping reclaim Sri Lankan farms
A commando in an elite Sri Lankan police unit, Sameera Dilshan has an unusual mission -- to reclaim farms poisoned by salt, a long-standing problem now accelerating due to climate change.
US, China to publish details of 'substantial' trade talks in Geneva
The US and China will Monday give details of "substantial progress" touted by Washington on trade talks aimed at ending a devastating tariff war launched by US President Donald Trump that has wiped billions off equities and brought chaos to international commerce.
Asian markets rally after positive China-US trade talks
Asian stocks rallied Monday after top Chinese and US officials held "substantial" trade talks at the weekend, fuelling hopes the two sides will dial down a tariff standoff that has rattled global markets and fuelled recession fears.
Chinese EV battery giant CATL aims to raise $4 bn in Hong Kong IPO
Chinese EV battery giant CATL aims to raise $4 billion in its Hong Kong listing scheduled for May 20, said a statement filed to the bourse Monday, making it the largest IPO expected in the city so far this year.
Parade, protests kick off Eurovision Song Contest week
The Eurovision Song Contest burst into Basel on Sunday, but a parade launching a week of build-up to the grand final was marked by protests over Israel's participation.
US-China talks resume as Trump hails 'total reset' in trade relations
Talks between top US and Chinese officials resumed for a second day Sunday, after US President Donald Trump voiced optimism over the negotiations aimed at de-escalating trade tensions sparked by his aggressive tariff rollout.
Scottish refinery closure spells trouble for green transition
Andrew Petersen is a third-generation oil refinery worker from a small, industrial Scottish town.
'Treasure hunt': tourists boost sales at Japan's Don Quijote stores
Business is booming at Japanese discount chain Don Quijote, which sells everything from nostril-hair wax to compact gadgets and colourful party costumes, thanks to its cult status among tourists but also inflation at home.
As Trump family's Gulf empire grows, rulers seek influence, arms, tech
Ahead of US President Donald Trump's Gulf visit next week, his son Eric was promoting his crypto firm in Dubai, while Don Jr prepared to talk about "Monetising MAGA" in Doha.
Film claims to name killer of slain journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
A new documentary purports to name the Israeli soldier who killed Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh, who was gunned down in the West Bank while reporting in 2022.
Trump hails US-China trade 'reset' after first day of talks
US President Donald Trump hailed early Sunday a "total reset" in US-China trade relations following the first day of talks between top American and Chinese officials in Geneva aimed at de-escalating tensions sparked by his aggressive tariff rollout.
Leo XIV, new pope and 'humble servant of God', visits Francis's tomb
Leo XIV prayed at the tomb of Pope Francis on Saturday, just two days after being elected new head of the Catholic Church and hours after vowing to humbly follow in his predecessor's footsteps.
Verdict due Tuesday in Depardieu sexual assault trial
A court in Paris on Tuesday is set to hand down a verdict in the sexual assault trial of French cinema icon Gerard Depardieu, a case that gripped the country for weeks.
US and China meet in 'important step' towards de-escalating trade war
Senior US and Chinese officials were meeting in Geneva Saturday in what Chinese state media described as an "important step" towards resolving the trade war sparked by President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Champions Chelsea finish WSL season unbeaten
Chelsea ended the Women's Super League season unbeaten after Aggie Beever-Jones's stoppage-time goal secured a 1-0 win over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Pope Leo XIV says choice of name reflects social commitment
Pope Leo XIV said Saturday he intended to follow his predecessor's path as pontiff, praising Francis's "complete dedication to service" and explaining his name choice reflected a commitment to social causes, according to the Vatican.
With papacy, Leo XIV inherits Vatican money troubles
Along with the spiritual leadership of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, Pope Leo XIV now inherits oversight of the Vatican's shoddy finances -- and his predecessor's efforts to clean them up.
'Pragmatic' approach could reap 'ambitious' UK-EU deal: Starmer
A "pragmatic" approach to talks on food standards, youth mobility and European courts could yield an "ambitious" post-Brexit deal between the EU and UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview published Saturday by The Guardian newspaper.
Thousands confined indoors by toxic chlorine cloud in Spain
Spanish authorities told more than 160,000 people near Barcelona to stay indoors on Saturday after a fire at an industrial warehouse released a toxic cloud of chlorine over a wide area.
US and China meet in bid to 'de-escalate' trade war
Senior US and Chinese officials met in Geneva on Saturday in a bid to de-escalate a trade war sparked by President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff rollout and fuelled by Beijing's strong retaliation.
US and China set for talks in bid to 'de-escalate' trade war
Senior US and Chinese officials will meet in Geneva on Saturday, seeking to de-escalate a trade war sparked by President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff rollout and fuelled by Beijing's strong retaliatory measures.
China's consumption slide deepens as tariff war bites
China said Saturday that consumer prices slumped in April for the third straight month, reflecting persistent challenges as leaders attempt to revive an economy stymied by sluggish spending and a fierce trade war with Washington.
Gabon longs to cash in on sacred hallucinogenic remedy
Beneath yellow fruit, hidden within the roots of the iboga plant in the forests of Gabon, lies a sacred treasure that the country is keen to make the most of.
Stocks mixed as global markets eye US-China tariff talks
Global stocks were mixed Friday as markets awaited weekend US-China talks amid hopes for a deescalation in the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Serbia's Vucic seeks low-price gas in Putin meeting
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic asked Vladimir Putin during a meeting Friday to keep providing his country with cut-price gas, an arrangement the Russian leader said they would "definitely" discuss.
Dozens of minors killed in Mexico cartel infighting
Dozens of minors have been killed during months of fighting between two factions of the Sinaloa drug cartel in northwestern Mexico, a local ombudsman said Friday.
US, Swiss agree to speed up tariff talks
Switzerland and the United States agreed Friday to speed up negotiations towards a deal on averting further tariffs planned by Washington, the Swiss president said after talks with top US officials.
Trump suggests lower 80% China tariff ahead of Geneva trade talks
US President Donald Trump signaled on Friday that he could lower tariffs on Chinese imports, as the rival superpowers prepare for trade talks in Switzerland over the weekend.
British Airways owner unveils big Boeing, Airbus order
IAG, owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, announced Friday a multi-billion dollar order for Boeing and Airbus planes, as it maintained its outlook despite economic uncertainty.