By James Tapsfield, Mailonline Political Editor Published: 06:39EDT, May 14, 2024 | Updated: 09:25 EDT, May 14, 2024 The EU faces demands from a number of member states for the …
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UK GDP growth will be second worst of all G7 countries over next 18 months, says OECD
by ElijahGDP growth expected to ‘remain sluggish’ at 0.4% in 2024 The only G7 country that will perform worse is Germany However, the OECD predicts that UK rates will begin to …
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British aid worker ‘Angel of Mostar’ evacuates nine sick and seriously injured children from Gaza on a private jet, saying: ‘I just hope other countries open their doors to help.’
by AlexanderA heroic British aid worker nicknamed the “Angel of Mostar” has helped evacuate nine sick and seriously injured children from war-torn Gaza by private jet. Sally Becker spoke of her …
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Biden demands Hamas release ALL hostages and an ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Gaza in statement with 17 countries after horrifying proof-of-life video of kidnapped American was released
by ElijahPresident Joe Biden on Thursday joined the leaders of 17 other countries in calling on Hamas to release all hostages held in Gaza. All countries have citizens held hostage by …
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Why is the United States threatening to ban TikTok and other countries will follow suit?
by ElijahJoe Biden signed a bill requiring TikTok’s Chinese owner to sell the social media app’s US operations or face a ban, after the Senate passed the legislation. The law, part …
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Israel’s limited strike against Iran is a “de-escalation attack” that allows both countries to step back and save face, experts believe.
by AlexanderThe alleged Israeli attack on Iran this morning was so measured that it could be considered a “de-escalation attack”, experts said, as both sides cannot afford an all-out war. The …
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Meteorologist warns of ‘climate wars’ between countries after Dubai floods blamed on ‘cloud seeding’, with ‘catastrophic’ consequences
by AlexanderA meteorologist has warned of looming “climate wars” between countries if “cloud seeding” gets out of control, after flooding in Dubai sparked concerns about artificial manipulation of rainfall. Johan Jaques, …
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Royal Mint to stop minting coins for other countries thanks to decline in cash use – what a shame, says LEE BOYCE
by ElijahSeven years ago, I visited the Royal Mint in Llantrisant, Wales, to see how coins are created. This included: the beginning, when a design is developed; the middle, when they …
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Operation Prevent the Next Pandemic: Biden administration announces new treaty with 50 countries to identify the next killer pathogens
by AlexanderEffort aimed at improving disease surveillance and preventing threats to global health Fifty countries will participate in closing preparedness and response gaps READ MORE: Avian flu detected in person who …
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Fascinating graphs show the world’s most and least populated countries over time and how Britain has slipped down the rankings and out of the top 20.
by JackWomen around the world, on average, now have fewer children than previous generations. The trend, driven by greater access to education and contraception, more women taking jobs and changing attitudes …