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China slaps UK with sanctions after being accused of rights abuses against Uighur Muslims

China announced sanctions on British individuals and entities Friday following the UK joining the EU and others in sanctioning Chinese officials accused of human rights abuses in the Xinjiang region. The move was the opening salvo in its latest full-bore response to criticism and sanctions from the West.

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AstraZeneca vaccine: Europe divided over suspensions as investigation continues

Countries around Europe are seeking further clarification on the safety of the Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, amid criticism of their decision to suspend giving the jab.

Prince Philip: Duke of Edinburgh leaves hospital after a month

The Duke of Edinburgh is said to be in good spirits on leaving hospital after a month-long stay for treatment.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Oprah interview part of branding plan, expert claims

Meghan stunned the world with her shocking allegations against the royals – but an expert claims it could all be part of a cunning game plan.

Prince William says royals 'not a racist family' and reveals he hasn't spoken to Harry yet

Prince William said he had not yet spoken to Prince Harry but that he would.

Growing pressure on Queen to face claims, alleged royal racism, leveled by Meghan Markle and Harry

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's televised interview with Oprah Winfrey was watched by an estimated 17.1 million

Queen ‘refused to approve’ Harry and Meghan Oprah interview statement

Pressure is building as the royals rework a response to Meghan and Harry’s interview with the Palace’s silence growing “unsustainable”.

Prince Charles ‘in a state of despair’ ​

Prince Charles is said to be “in a state of despair” after Harry and Meghan dropped a number of bombshells in their Oprah interview.

Harry and Meghan to Oprah: A 'damaging' view on race and Palace history repeating itself

Duke and Duchess of Sussex offered numerous revelations that are sure to rattle the monarchy

The 10 biggest bombshells Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dropped in their Oprah interview

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spoke with Oprah Winfrey for a tell-all interview.

Sarkozy conviction triggers right-wing backlash against ‘judges’ republic’

Tough-talking politicians from the right are accustomed to demanding “exemplary” punishments. This week, they did not appreciate the judiciary making an example of their champion, Nicolas Sarkozy, venting their fury at a special prosecutor’s office tasked with cleaning up French politics.

US hits Russian officials & organizations with new blacklist sanctions over Navalny jailing & alleged ‘chemical weapons’ claims

The United States has imposed sanctions on Russian officials and businesses as part of a growing row over the imprisonment of opposition figure Alexey Navalny, President Joe Biden’s administration told reporters on Tuesday.

Sarkozy: Former French president sentenced to jail for corruption

French ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to three years in jail, two of them suspended, for corruption.

Minute-by-minute plan when Philip dies ​

When the tragic day of Duke of Edinburgh’s death comes, the meticulously planned Operation Forth Bridge will swing into action.

Europe hit by third virus wave ​

Europe is in the grips of another surge in COVID-19 cases, with particular concerns over Germany’s numbers, as the vaccine rollout begins.

Harry and Meghan ditch royal duties

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have told the Queen that they will not be returning as working royals, the Palace confirms.


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