UK-China ‘ice age’ thaws: Why the West needs Beijing
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper hails ‘candour and respect’ in new ties with Beijing, despite differences.

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper hails ‘candour and respect’ in new ties with Beijing, despite differences.


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‘Lord, please forgive us for all the things that we did that we did not support Israel.’
Rwanda’s $134m claim has been thrown out, which bodes ill for other governments seeking ‘return hubs’.

Mark Bonnick is suing Arsenal football club for unfair dismissal, saying he was sacked for supporting Palestine.
England cruised through qualifying, but some fans are concerned over the squad selection and the form against top teams.
The US citizens allege that they have been denied entry to Britain due to their outspoken criticism of Israel.
PSG win back-to-back Champions League titles with 4-3 shoot-out win over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw after extra time.

Liverpool have sacked head coach Arne Slot after a fifth-place finish in their Premier League title defence.
The Dutchman won the Premier League title in his first season but Liverpool finished fifth in the 2025/26 season.
Gordon netted 17 goals for Newcastle in all competitions this season, including 10 in 12 Champions League games.