Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s troubles have deepened with Nigel Farage’s entry into the electoral fray and polls indicating a significant Labour majority, highlighting concerns within the Conservative Party over their ability to maintain control.

The Russia-China gas pipeline deal has encountered significant delays as Beijing adopts a tough stance on pricing, leveraging its stronger negotiating position amid shifting war sanctions and Gazprom’s urgent need for a boost.

Donald Trump has criticised what he claims is a “rigged” trial following his historic criminal convictions related to “hush money” verdicts, with his campaign citing a significant fundraising surge and expressing intentions to appeal.

British voters are anticipating tax increases despite reassurances from both Labour and the Tories, with scepticism growing over party promises, public finances under strain, and the IMF highlighting a potential £30bn shortfall.