China has issued a warning to NATO against “provoking confrontation” over its relationship with Russia, following NATO’s allegations that Beijing is a “decisive enabler” of Moscow’s war against Ukraine. The warning came as NATO leaders gathered in Washington, D.C., where they pledged
On Wednesday, members of the United Nations Security Council called for increased diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict in the Middle East following the assassinations of two militant leaders, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah’s military commander. Haniyeh was killed in
An enthusiastic spokesperson expressed pride in the festival’s evolution into one of the UK’s leading literature festivals, highlighting its status as a global cultural destination for both artists and audiences. “I am incredibly proud of the festival’s growth into one of the
Oil prices dropped nearly 2% on Monday following comments from Israeli officials indicating a desire to avoid escalating conflict in the Middle East after a deadly rocket strike in the Golan Heights. Brent crude futures settled at $79.78 per barrel, down $1.35
Ukraine’s air force announced on Wednesday that it successfully repelled one of the largest aerial assaults from Russia in recent months, downing 89 drones and one missile. The attack primarily targeted the central region of Kyiv, with over 40 drones intercepted above
Valley Fest, set to take place from August 1-4 on an organic farm in Chew Magna near Bristol, is gearing up for its 10th birthday with an impressive lineup. Artists Don Letts, Badger, Jaguar Skills, and OKO will perform on a takeover
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that inflation in countries like the UK and the US is proving “persistent,” potentially requiring interest rates to remain elevated for a prolonged period. This persistence in inflation, particularly in the services sector, continues to
The UK economy grew by 0.4% in May, twice the forecasted rate, driven by strong performances in retail and construction, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This growth marked a rebound from zero growth in April, which had been affected
LONDON — The U.K.’s opposition Labour Party has achieved a significant parliamentary majority in the general election, unseating the Conservative Party after 14 years in power. In the early hours of Friday, Labour surpassed the threshold needed to govern independently as outgoing
The UK’s pandemic planning failures and weaknesses are expected to be revealed in the first report from the Covid inquiry, chaired by Baroness Hallett. This highly anticipated report will be released at lunchtime and will address the state of the healthcare system,
