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UK warns EU of tit-for-tat measures over financial services regulations post-Brexit
UK negotiators warned Brussels that about 7,000 European-based investment funds could be under threat if the bloc refuses to change its position on the City of London after Britain’s exit from the European Union.
US detects new missile activity in North Korea
US spy satellites have detected new activity at a North Korean factory near the capital that produces ballistic missiles capable of reaching the US mainland, an official told The Washington Post on Monday.
Trump offers to meet Iran president Rouhani
US President Donald Trump has offered to meet Iran leader President Hassan Rouhani to discuss the tariffs imposed by America on the country and its nuclear activities.
Energy companies 'making switching more difficult', ex-minister warns
The energy retail sector was slammed for the way it was rolling out smart meters on Monday, with a former energy secretary accusing companies of installing meters that made it more difficult for customers to switch suppliers.
Right-wing think tank offered US donors 'access to ministers'
Right-wing think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs has been accused of offering donors access to ministers and civil servants in order to raise cash.
Fake news a 'crisis in our democracy' warns MPs' report
A report from Westinster's Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee published on Sunday warns that fake news is a threat to our democracy and calls for stricter regulation of social networks and new levies on social media companies.
British voters favor a referendum on final Brexit deal - YouGov
Almost half of British voters would support a referendum on the terms of a final Brexit deal, overtaking those who do not favour the vote, according to a new survey from YouGov.
Imran Khan's Pakistan election victory claims rejected by opponents
Former international cricketer turned anti-corruption reformer Imran Khan claimed victory in Pakistan’s national elections on Thursday amid accusations of vote rigging from usurped rivals.
No-deal Brexit could raise prices of fruit, veg, says ex-trade minister
Supermarkets would be unable to stockpile fresh food including vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy in the case of a no-deal Brexit, a former Waitrose managing director said on Thursday.
Theresa May offered 'final lifeline' to convince EU leaders of Brexit plan
The European Union plans to grant UK Prime Minister Theresa May a "final" chance to sell her Brexit plan directly to the bloc's leaders in September.
UK govt gives employers 'toolkit' to register EU workers post-Brexit
UK employers, industry groups and community groups will be given a “toolkit” by the government to give EU citizens living in Britain practical advice on how to apply for a settled status that will be legally required post-Brexit.
Trump company to invest £150m in expansion of Scottish golf resort
Donald Trump’s real estate company plans to further invest £150m in his golf resort in northeast Scotland.
Government gets power to block takeovers of UK companies
The government will be given more powers to block overseas takeovers that could pose a threat to national security across all sectors of the British economy.
Trump warns Iran to "never, ever threaten the US" or suffer consequences
US president Donald Trump warned Iran late on Sunday night via twitter not to threaten the US ever again or it would suffer severe consequences.
UK won't blink on Brexit, Jeremy Hunt warns EU
Newly-appointed Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said the European Union risks forcing the UK out without a deal – and warned that the country will not "blink" in negotiations.
Amazon warns UK that no-deal Brexit would risk 'civil unrest'
Amazon’s UK boss Doug Gurr warned Brexit secretary Dominic Raab in a meeting with senior business executives on Friday that Britain could face "civil unrest" within two weeks of a no-deal Brexit, the Times reported on Monday.
Government to spend up to £5bn on broadband for rural Britain
The government has said it will spend up to £5bn to bring full-fibre broadband to all parts of Britain by 2033.
Barclays plans 2,500 new jobs in Glasgow tech hub
Barclays is set to create up to 2,500 jobs at its new Glasgow tech hub, doubling its current workforce in Scotland.
May calls on EU to 'evolve' position over Ireland border
UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Friday urged the EU to axe its "unworkable" plan for the Irish border after Brexit, accusing the bloc of inflexibility on the issue.
Plans for radical overhaul of UK home leaseholds unveiled
Exorbitant ground rent charges could be cut dramatically for British homeowners under new proposals from the Law Commission as part of the government's reform of the system.