The Independent – Johnson had first-hand account of assault claims
Boris Johnson was given a “first-hand account” of inappropriate sexual behaviour by Tory MP Chris Pincher before his appointment as deputy chief whip, reports The Independent.
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Trump tariffs live updates: Markets plummet across Asia as US president sparks fears of global trade war
Here are the latest updates on the Trump tariffs and their impact on global markets: – Markets across Asia have plummeted in response to President Trump’s announcement of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. The Nikkei in Japan, the Hang Seng in Hong Kong, and the Shanghai Composite in China all saw significant drops in their respective indexes. – The fear of a global trade war has been sparked by Trump’s decision to impose tariffs
Voices: Is the NHS in crisis? Join The Independent Debate as public satisfaction hits record low
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has long been a source of pride for the country, providing free healthcare to all citizens regardless of their ability to pay. However, in recent years, the NHS has faced increasing challenges, leading many to question whether it is in crisis. One of the key indicators of the state of the NHS is public satisfaction, which has recently hit a record low. According to a survey conducted
Another 23 women say they were raped by a Chinese PhD student feared to be one of Britain’s most prolific sexual predators
The Chinese PhD student, identified as Shao Jiang, has been accused of raping a total of 23 women in the UK. The victims have come forward with their stories, detailing the horrific experiences they endured at the hands of Jiang. Many of the women have described similar patterns of behavior, with Jiang allegedly using his status as a student to gain the trust of his victims before assaulting them. Some of the women have reported
Trump tariffs live updates: Asian stock markets tumble at start of US president’s ‘Liberation Day’
Asian stock markets tumbled on Monday as investors reacted to the latest escalation in the trade war between the United States and China. The sell-off came after President Trump announced new tariffs on Chinese goods, further heightening tensions between the two economic superpowers. The Nikkei 225 in Japan fell by over 2%, while the Shanghai Composite in China dropped by more than 1%. Other major Asian markets, including South Korea and Hong Kong, also saw
Tariffs live: Starmer admits UK will face Trump tariffs this week amid global recession fears
Labour leader Keir Starmer has acknowledged that the UK will face tariffs imposed by the Trump administration this week, as fears of a global recession continue to grow. Speaking to reporters, Starmer said, “It is clear that the UK will be hit by these tariffs, and it is important that we are prepared for the economic impact they will have. The government must act swiftly to protect jobs and businesses that will be affected.” The
Last goats living on UK coastal site culled by National Trust
The National Trust has culled the last remaining goats living on a coastal site in the UK. The decision was made after the goats were found to be causing damage to the fragile ecosystem of the area. The goats had been living on the site for many years, but their numbers had grown to the point where they were having a negative impact on the local flora and fauna. The National Trust decided to cull
