UK government delays decision on China’s super-embassy until January

The UK Parliament's security committee has criticized the handling of a high-profile China spying case, labeling it as 'shambolic' due to systemic failures that led to the trial's collapse. The report highlighted confusion and inadequate communication between the government and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of charges against two men accused of espionage for Beijing.

A vintage Fabergé egg, known as the Imperial Winter Egg, has been sold for a record £22.9 million at a London auction, surpassing the previous record of £8.9 million set in 2007. This exquisite piece was commissioned in 1913 by Emperor Nicholas II as an Easter gift for his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, and is celebrated for its lavish design and intricate craftsmanship.

A bitter dispute between China and Japan has escalated into a cultural conflict, with both nations unwilling to compromise. This ongoing feud reflects deep-seated tensions that have historical roots and are now manifesting in various sectors, including film and trade.

The UK government has expressed concerns regarding China's new mega-embassy in London, which some believe could serve as a center for espionage activities. The embassy's significant presence in the capital raises alarms about potential security risks associated with Chinese diplomatic operations.

A rare Fabergé egg, known as the Imperial Winter Egg, was sold for a record £22.9 million at a London auction. This exquisite piece, adorned with 4,500 diamonds, was originally commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia in 1913.

A rare Fabergé egg, known as the Imperial Winter Egg, has been sold for a record £22.9 million at a London auction. This exquisite piece was originally commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia in 1913 and is adorned with 4,500 diamonds, highlighting its historical and artistic significance.

An official report has revealed that a quarter of police forces in England and Wales have yet to implement basic policies for investigating sexual offences, highlighting ongoing failures to protect women despite commitments made following the murder of Sarah Everard by a police officer in 2021.

Two British women, Melanie Watters and Janine Reid, have been stranded in Pussellawa, Sri Lanka, since Thursday due to landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, and are reported to be running out of food and water. The cyclone has led to severe flooding and landslides across the region, with a rising death toll now reported at 465.