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Politics latest: Starmer to hold talks with Xi in Beijing
2+ hour, 52+ min ago (1618+ words) Sir Keir Starmer is holding talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing - the first British prime minister to do so since 2018. Follow the latest. Thursday 29 January 2026 02:24, UK Starmer's first meeting of the day, with'National People's Congress chairman, Zhao Leji, has begun....
Starmer to strike pact with China aimed at targeting people smuggling gangs
10+ hour, 36+ min ago (413+ words) The government says that more than 60% of small boat engines used by people smugglers crossing the English Channel are manufactured in China. Thursday 29 January 2026 07:00, UK Sir Keir Starmer is expected to strike a new border security pact with China aimed…...
Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Beijing for talks with China's President Xi
21+ hour, 38+ min ago (128+ words) Sky News is an unrivalled, world class breaking news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to news broadcasting. As the UK's first dedicated 24-hour news channel, Sky News has built a deserved reputation for being the…...
Keir Starmer arrives in Beijing for talks with China's President Xi
23+ hour, 50+ min ago (117+ words) Sky News is an unrivalled, world class breaking news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to news broadcasting. As the UK's first dedicated 24-hour news channel, Sky News has built a deserved reputation for being the…...
Tories claim government in retreat on Chagos 'surrender' after Donald Trump broadside
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (540+ words) The US president had branded the decision to hand over the islands, home to a UK-US military base, as "an act of great stupidity". Friday 23 January 2026 22:58, UK Senior Tories claim the government is in retreat on its controversial Chagos Islands…...
What is in the Chagos Islands deal and why is it controversial?
1+ week, 1+ day ago (945+ words) The UK government is standing firm on its decision to hand over sovereignty of the remote Chagos Islands to Mauritius after a decades-long dispute, despite criticism from Donald Trump. Tuesday 20 January 2026 13:28, UK Donald Trump has slammed the UK's decision to…...
Senegal players storm off pitch before defeating Morocco to win chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final
1+ week, 2+ day ago (484+ words) Pape Gueye's late goal secures a 1-0 win amid controversy as Senegal players leave the pitch in protest following a last-gasp penalty decision. Monday 19 January 2026 09:14, UK Senegal have secured a second Africa Cup of Nations title after beating hosts Morocco 1-0 thanks…...
Players and officials could face 'appropriate action' after chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final
1+ week, 3+ day ago (646+ words) Senegal walked off in protest over a late penalty before winning 10 in extra time, as tournament organisers and FIFA condemn chaotic scenes. Monday 19 January 2026 13:50, UK The organisers of the Africa Cup of Nations have condemned the "unacceptable behaviour" of some…...
Senegal win Africa Cup of Nations after players storm off pitch during dramatic final
1+ week, 3+ day ago (105+ words) Sky News is an unrivalled, world class breaking news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to news broadcasting. As the UK's first dedicated 24-hour news channel, Sky News has built a deserved reputation for being the…...
Ugandan election a 'fraudulent affair', Bobi Wine's lawyer says - as protesters face violent crackdown
1+ week, 4+ day ago (500+ words) Members of the ruling National Resistance Movement party cheered and praised God as their long-time leader remained in power on Saturday. Sunday 18 January 2026 08:10, UK President Yoweri Museveni has extended his 40-year reign over Uganda by another five years. A military…...