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Mandelson ‘did not have national security vetting before he was appointed US ambassador’

Labour grandee was sacked by prime minister Keir Starmer after the publication of emails that detailed his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

The Independent UK

Starmer’s standing on world stage ‘diminished’ by Mandelson scandal, MPs told

Kemi Badenoch accused Sir Keir of ‘hiding from Parliament’ because he was not present for the emergency debate on Lord Mandelson’s dismissal.

Evening Standard

African cities aren’t doing enough to adapt to climate change: lessons from Durban and Harare

When record-breaking rains swept through the coastal city of Durban in South Africa in April 2022, the resulting floods destroyed roads, bridges and homes. Durban’s low-lying, poor neighbourhoods were hardest hit, with residents losing their homes and their lives.

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PM should face ‘serious consequences’ if dishonest about Mandelson – Badenoch

The Foreign Office did not contribute to a due diligence process ahead of Lord Mandelson’s appointment, Yvette Cooper said.

Evening Standard

Malawi can end hunger after the 2025 elections if bold steps are taken to transform food systems

Malawi has a history of peaceful democratic transitions. Since the advent of multiparty politics in 1994, power has regularly shifted between rival parties. Citizens and institutions have upheld electoral democratic norms, from respecting term limits to rerunning elections after irregularities.

The Conversation

Who is in the running to replace Peter Mandelson as Britain’s US ambassador?

Keir Starmer may need to move quickly to appoint new envoy given Donald Trump’s imminent state visit

The Guardian - UK

Is it safe to travel to Nepal? Government advice amid deadly protests

Kathmandu’s main airport shut amid the protests in Nepal’s capital sparked by a social media ban

The Independent UK

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Glamorous Law Student Gets 25 Years In Hellhole Dubai Prison As Heartbroken Mom Pleads For Help

"Committing a crime was not a shock but arresting her was?"

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Law Student Mia O'Brien, 23, Jailed for 25 Years in Dubai Prison After Being Found with 50g of Cocaine

Mia O'Brien, a 23-year-old law student from Liverpool, was sentenced to 25 years in Dubai's Central prison after being caught with 50g of cocaine. Her family is fighting to appeal the harsh sentence.

International Business Times UK

‘Lifesaving’ devices to be sold in airports after British man died in Ecuador

Hudson Foley, 24, died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a homestay in Ecuador in August 2023

The Independent UK

British couple detained in Iran ‘suddenly whisked’ to courtroom in Tehran

Lindsay and Craig Foreman have been in custody since January.

Evening Standard

British couple detained in Iran during global motorcycle tour ‘suddenly whisked’ to courtroom

The Bennett’s family has said they are ‘deeply concerned’ that they had no prior knowledge of the hearing being organised

The Independent UK

Family of UK aid volunteer reportedly killed in Ukraine ‘disappointed’ by Foreign Office

Relatives of Annie Lewis Marffy in ‘red-tape limbo’ over recovery of her body and issuing of death certificate

The Guardian - UK

Family of Briton reported killed in Ukraine ‘disappointed’ by official response

Annie Lewis Marffy was taking aid supplies to Kramatorsk in the contested Donbas region.

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

British aid worker killed in Ukraine drone strike, according to NGO

Annie Lewis Marffy had travelled from her home in Devon to Ukraine to deliver a vehicle and aid.

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Spain and Portugal? Latest travel advice during European wildfires

Temperatures in Spain could reach 44C this week

The National (Scotland)

David Lammy told plan to bring arms firm staff into Foreign Office 'may be illegal'

DAVID Lammy is facing possible legal action over a plan to invite Shell and BAE Systems staff to work inside the Foreign Office ...

The Guardian - UK

David Lammy faces possible legal action over Foreign Office secondments

Campaigners say placing staff from Shell and BAE Systems in ministries creates potential for improper influence

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The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to France? Latest advice as wildfires devastate south of country

Travellers are warned to be vigilant as temperatures exceed 30C

The Independent UK

UK aid cuts will cause untold damage, wildlife charities warn – as they fear for future of key programmes

IN FOCUS: Nick Ferris talks to groups around Britain and Africa about the cost-cutting that is already taking place, and the difficult few years ahead

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to California? Latest advice after tsunami warning for US west coast

The first waves have started to hit the US west coast, as authorities urge people to take action and move away

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Hawaii? Latest advice after tsunami hits Pacific Island

Waves as high as 5.7ft have hit the coast of Hawaii, as airports shut down operations on some islands

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Thailand and Cambodia? Foreign Office issue updated advice after border clashes

The latest government advice for tourists travelling to Cambodia or Thailand amid the border clashes

Euronews

Taliban deny that British couple detained in Afghan prison are being mistreated

UN rights experts have demanded the release of Peter and Barbie Reynolds, warning that the couple are at risk of irreparable harm or even death.

The Guardian - UK

UK’s aid cuts ‘will hit children’s education and raise risk of death’

Cutting aid budget to 0.3% of national income will hurt many African countries, says FCDO impact assessment

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