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Global population hits 8 billion as growth poses more challenges for the planet

Global population hits 8 billion as growth poses more challenges for the planet

The world’s population will reach 8 billion people on Tuesday, representing a “milestone in human development” before birth rates start…
UK strikes revised deal with France on Channel migrants

UK strikes revised deal with France on Channel migrants

The UK will pay France £8m more a year under a revised deal to try to stop people crossing the…
The US wants to play in China’s backyard

The US wants to play in China’s backyard

Nowhere has Xi Jinping’s assertive foreign policy had a greater impact than in South East Asia, China’s strategic backyard. But…
I told Liz Truss she was going too fast, says Kwasi Kwarteng

I told Liz Truss she was going too fast, says Kwasi Kwarteng

Former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has said he warned Liz Truss she was going too fast with her ill-fated economic plans.…
US election: Trump tears into rising Republican rival DeSantis

US election: Trump tears into rising Republican rival DeSantis

Ex-US President Donald Trump has lashed out at Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, as the simmering rivalry between the two top…
Midterm results are looking increasingly sunny for Biden as he touts ‘strong night’ for Democrats

Midterm results are looking increasingly sunny for Biden as he touts ‘strong night’ for Democrats

Initial midterm election results are rosier than expected for Democrats, who appear poised to buck historical trends and avoid major…
Gavin Williamson: Rishi Sunak faces questions following resignation

Gavin Williamson: Rishi Sunak faces questions following resignation

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing questions about his judgement following the resignation of cabinet minister Sir Gavin Williamson after…
UK minister Gavin Williamson resigns over bullying claims

UK minister Gavin Williamson resigns over bullying claims

 British minister Gavin Williamson resigned on Tuesday from the government over claims that he bullied colleagues, raising questions about Prime…
Be serious with global warming, African leaders advised

Be serious with global warming, African leaders advised

African governments have been urged to walk the talk and review commitments to global change by leveraging green economic opportunities…
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