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UK to invest in micro-robots to reduce roadworks
The UK will invest millions in micro-robots to be deployed in underground pipe networks, which the government said will reduce need for roadworks.
North Korea sends Trump message on nuclear talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent US President Donald Trump a "letter-like" conciliatory message regarding nuclear talks.
Criticism for UK overreaction to 'migrant crisis'
UK government ministers have been criticised for whipping up a political storm around the small smattering of migrants crossing the English Channel since Christmas.
Russia detains American citizen on spy charges
A US citizen suspected of being a “spy on a mission” was detained by Russian officials in Moscow on 28 December.
UK's Corbyn 3/1 to be PM in 2019 - Ladbrokes
UK opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been inked in at 3/1 with bookmaker Ladbrokes to be prime minister in 2019.
UK 5G upgrade: Defence Secretary gravely worried about Huawei's involvement
UK Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson said on Thursday that he had "grave, very deep concerns" about Huawei's involvement in Britain's 5G upgrade.
UK plans to double 5p plastic bag charge
The UK plans to double the charge on plastic bags for consumers to 10p in a new measure to reduce pollution and protect the environment.
UK business leader confidence sinks to 18-month low - IoD
UK business confidence has dropped to its lowest level since the 2016 Brexit referendum as concerns of a no-deal divorce grow, the Institute of Directors said on Thursday.
Trump warns of 'long govt shutdown' if border wall not funded
US President Trump warned a government shutdown would last a “very long time” if Democrats failed to approve funding for his border wall with Mexico before a midnight deadline.
Britons advised to change diet to cope with food delays post-Brexit
Britons have been advised to change their diet in the case of a chaotic Brexit to cope with fresh food delays after Brexit.
China denies economic espionage accusations from US
China’s foreign ministry slammed “slanderous” accusations from the US and allies claiming China was engaged in economic espionage.
Gatwick flights remain suspended over drone security concerns
Gatwick airport remains closed after drones reappeared overhead causing further security concerns.
China confirms more trade talks with US in January
China and the US will hold more trade talks in January, China’s Commerce Ministry spokesman Gao Feng confirmed on Thursday.
North Korea says nuclear deal must include ending 'US threat'
North Korean state media claimed on Thursday that the denuclearisation deal must include “completely removing the nuclear threats of the US”.
Uber loses UK appeal over employment rights
Uber lost an appeal in the UK on Wednesday against a ruling classing its drivers as workers with access to employment rights such as paid holidays and minimum wage.
UK businesses 'horrified' at plans for no-deal Brexit
British firms were “watching in horror” as political infighting was being put ahead of securing a Brexit deal, five major business groups said on Wednesday.
EC implements action plan for no-deal Brexit
The European Commission announced on Wednesday that it was implementing its contingency plan for a no-deal Brexit, to cover areas including financial services, air transport, customs and climate policy.
Japan to fit-out first aircraft carriers since WWII
Japan will launch its first aircraft carriers since the Second World War as part of a record $242bn defence plan, the nation’s government announced on Tuesday.
Plastic packaging companies to pay recycling costs in UK waste scheme
A new waste scheme was launched on Tuesday by the government that will “make the polluter pay” by forcing plastic packaging firms to cover the total collecting and recycling costs.
Big four auditors avoid drastic breakup threat from CMA
The big four UK accounting groups KPMG, Deloitte, PwC and EY managed to avoid breaking up after the Competition and Markets Authority proposed changes to give smaller groups access to the largest clients.