The government has unveiled a long-awaited blueprint to revive Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), setting out a phased programme of rail investment it claims will transform connectivity across the north of England and unlock billions in economic growth.The multibillion-pound scheme, first

China has reported the largest trade surplus in global history, underlining the resilience of its export machine despite a year of disruption caused by Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade brinkmanship.Official figures released in Beijing show China recorded a full-year trade

Donald Trump’s escalating confrontation with the US central bank has sent shockwaves through global markets, driving gold to a fresh all-time high as investors sought refuge from mounting political risk in the world’s largest economy.Gold surged to around $4,600 an

Keir Starmer has abandoned plans to make digital IDs mandatory for workers, marking the 13th significant U-turn of his premiership and a quiet retreat from one of Labour’s most controversial post-election policies.The digital ID scheme, originally pitched as a central

Tropical Depression Ada may bring strong winds with speeds of 39 to 61 kilometers/hour according to PAGASA at a press briefing on Jan. 14, 2026. — PHILIPPINE STAR/MIGUEL DE GUZMANThe low-pressure area east of the country has developed into Tropical

Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) personnel march during a parade in this file photo. — PHILIPPINE STAR/NOEL B. PABALATEThe Marcos administration is beefing up support for military and uniformed personnel (MUP) this year, rolling out higher base pay, increased

Tigkiliwi’s selection at Fantasporto 2026 marks another win for Puregold CinePanalo on the international festival circuit.Tara Illenberger’s Tigkiliwi (Longsided), a Puregold CinePanalo creation, scores another milestone for Filipino filmmaking with a prized spot in the Official Competitive Director’s Week of the 46th Porto International Film