Ten Christmas traditions… you’ve probably never heard of

From a penny in the black pudding to kissing under the mistletoe, Christmas traditions are not just about Santa in the UK. But what about traditions celebrated in countries across the globe?  Whether it’s chocolate filled shoes, an evening roller skating or eating KFC, other nations have their own peculiar ways of celebrating the festive period. … Read more

America is LOSING its status as science hub of world: More than 75% of STEM workers say China and others have surpassed US

America may be known for pioneering many sciences and technologies, but a new report has revealed that it is now losing this race to other nations like China. A survey of STEM-related workers showed that 75 percent believe the US is falling behind in these industries or has even lost to global competition.  Even more, … Read more

Rishi Sunak insists Britain is a ‘leader’ and can ‘walk tall’ at Cop28 climate summit in Dubai… as he is relegated to the back row of ‘family photo’ behind Albania

Rishi Sunak insisted Britain is still a ‘leader’ on climate change today as he attended the Cop28 summit.   The PM dismissed warnings that the UK’s standing has been ‘diminished’ by a rethink on the Government’s net zero strategy as he said the country could ‘walk tall’. But Mr Sunak was left languishing at the back of … Read more

Chinese mitten crab invasion is growing and we won’t ever be able to force them out of UK, says expert – as Britain’s first trap to catch them is unveiled

The first ever Chinese mitten crab trap in Britain has been installed, amid the growing population of the invasive species.  Mitten crabs, which first appeared in the UK in 1935, have recently been seen scuttling around London and Cambridgeshire, including at a park in the south-west of the capital, a dyke in Whittlesey and a … Read more

‘Every time I hear you I feel a little bit dumber’: Nikki Haley ROASTS Vivek Ramaswamy for TikTok video with Jake Paul as ALL candidates pile on the entrepreneur for Chinese business deals linked to Hunter

‘Every time I hear you I feel a little bit dumber’: Nikki Haley ROASTS Vivek Ramaswamy for TikTok video with Jake Paul as ALL candidates pile on the entrepreneur for Chinese business deals linked to Hunter Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy again became a punching bag at Wednesday’s second Republican primary debate South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott … Read more

China is accused of trying to spy on a civil servant at the British embassy in Beijing by hiding a listening device in a teapot

China is accused of trying to spy on a civil servant at the British embassy in Beijing by hiding a listening device in a teapot The bug was allegedly only found in the teapot when it smashed on the floor  By Katherine Lawton Published: 07:31 BST, 19 September 2023 | Updated: 09:04 BST, 19 September … Read more

iPhone 15 is officially UNVEILED: Apple’s new smartphone starts at $799

Apple gave the world its first look at its new iPhone 15 during Tuesday’s annual September product event. The sleek device has a textured matte finish, a ceramic shield and supports USB-C charging. Apple said that USB-C charging cables are coming to both its iPhone 15 and the charging case of its AirPods Pro devices, allowing … Read more

Foreign Minister James Cleverly faces backlash from senior Tories over the perceived ‘appeasement’ of Chinese ‘autocracy’ amid first trip to Beijing in five years for talks with CCP officials

Foreign Minister James Cleverly faces backlash from senior Tories over the perceived ‘appeasement’ of Chinese ‘autocracy’ amid first trip to Beijing in five years for talks with CCP officials Ex-Tory leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith warned the visit ‘smells’ of  ‘appeasement’ By Jason Groves Political Editor For The Daily Mail Updated: 23:24 BST, 30 August … Read more

Scott Morrison reemerges from the backbench to call out China

Former prime minister Scott Morrison reemerges from the backbench to call out China and praise himself for standing up to ‘bullying’ from the communist superpower By Maeve Bannister For Australian Associated Press Published: 02:11 GMT, 17 February 2023 | Updated: 02:12 GMT, 17 February 2023 Former prime minister Scott Morrison is demanding Australia step up … Read more