Biden's unexpected move: Son Hunter gets presidential pardon for gun charges
US President made surprising decision to pardon his son Hunter from gun-related charges despite earlier promises not to intervene The move comes right before expected sentencing and sparked immediate political debate.
Mother of trans inmate speaks out: Gender identity debate reaches Supreme Court
A high-profile trans inmates mother challenges modern gender identity concepts in Scotland. The case impacts current legal battles and forces government to re-think its stance on gender recognition
Public voices: From assisted dying law to marriage tips - readers share their views
Telegraph readers discuss crucial topics from the new assisted-dying legislation to housing industry problems. Letters cover personal experiences pension fund concerns and share unexpected marriage advice
China learns from Russia's experience: What's behind Beijing's secret study?
Chinese officials make regular trips to Moscow studying effects of Western restrictions on Russian economy. Beijingʼs task force analyzes sanctions impact while tensions rise over Taiwan situation
Zelensky reveals new stance on peace talks as EU leaders visit Kyiv
During high-level EU meeting in Kyiv‚ Ukraine sets new terms for possible peace negotiations. Zelensky discusses territorial questions while seeking stronger NATO backing and military support
Georgia erupts: Fireworks vs riot police as EU dreams fade away
Pro-EU protesters in Georgia clash with police using home-made weapons while fighting against delayed European integration. Mass-protests follow disputed elections and governmentʼs decision to postpone EU talks
UK business heads warn about shocking effects of new tax changes
Business confidence hits lowest point since pandemic lockdowns due to unexpected tax policy changes. Company leaders report plans to cut jobs reduce pay rises and increase prices as they cope with new costs
Luton's car industry faces dramatic change as Vauxhall ends 120-year story
Vauxhallʼs historic Luton factory shutdown affects over 1000 workers and countless supply-chain jobs. The closure highlights growing challenges in UKʼs car manufacturing sector due to new environmental rules
Special bond at risk: How UK might handle US-EU relationship challenge
UK faces tough choices between strengthening US ties and maintaining EU relations as global trade shifts. New political dynamics and economic pressures push Britain to re-think its international partnerships
Labour's new rules spark power struggle between Starmer and regional mayors
Labour party introduces strict new guidelines for its regional mayors‚ requiring leadership approval and financial contributions. The move creates friction between **Keir Starmer** and popular local leaders
Letters reveal growing concerns about UK healthcare, safety and education changes
Recent letters to editor highlight public worries about hospice care quality drop-off and police presence in London streets. Writers also discuss prison jobs university troubles and seasonal traditions
Syria's power shift: Rebel advance reshapes regional balance as US watches
Northern Syria sees unexpected rebel gains changing local power dynamics. Turkish-backed groups join offensive while US maintains minimal presence‚ creating new challenges for Assadʼs government
Secret underground lab: How Ukraine's drone wizards outsmart Russian forces
Hidden beneath Ukrainian soil tech-savvy engineers work non-stop to upgrade military drones. Their innovative solutions help compensate for troops shortage while keeping soldiers away from direct combat
Highland village fights back against massive energy project takeover
Historic Scottish village faces transformation as energy giant plans huge substation project on noble estate. Locals unite against industrial development threatening their peaceful Highland community
Inside look: UK benefit system faces unprecedented manipulation claims
Benefit assessors expose major flaws in UK welfare assessment process leading to questionable claims approval. Government faces growing pressure as welfare costs might reach £100-billion mark by end of decade
Quick rebel advance in Syria leaves government scrambling for control
Syrian opposition groups took over most of Aleppo in sudden overnight push. Kurdish forces captured the citys airport while Russian troops left their base‚ marking biggest shift in Syrian war since 2020
UK Parliament wants Elon Musk to explain X's role in summer riots
British MPs plan to question **Elon Musk** about Xʼs algorithm impact during UK summer unrest. The tech-billionaireʼs response suggests a growing divide between him and British leadership
UK politician gets harsh online treatment after asking Musk to speak in Parliament
A top UK politician faced mean-spirited messages after requesting Elon Musk to talk about Xʼs role in recent UK unrest. The committee plans to study how social-media shapes public reactions during major events
MI6 chief exposes secret Russian attacks across Europe while speaking in Paris
British intelligence reveals multiple sabotage incidents across Europe linked to Moscowʼs actions. Recent events including damaged infrastructure and suspicious accidents point to a wider pattern of hostile activities
Secret war: How Russia tests Europe's defense with hidden attacks
Russian-linked incidents across Europe show a pattern of coordinated disruption through proxy actors and sabotage. Security experts point to an organized campaign that goes beyond random accidents
Trump's energy plans worry UK as prices keep hitting wallets hard
Next US president prepares massive energy production boost while British costs stay sky-high. UK faces tough choices as Trumpʼs team aims for 3 million daily oil barrels with no climate-change worries
Syrian rebel chief's journey: From al-Qaeda fighter to regional power player
Former al-Qaeda member **Abu Mohammad al-Jolani** now leads major Syrian opposition group controlling territory with 3 million people His recent push into Aleppo shows growing influence in the region.
Syrian rebels strike back: Old alliances cant help Assad this time
Recent rebel attacks in northern Syria break years-long military deadlock. With Russia tied up in Ukraine and Iran under pressure‚ Assadʼs regime faces its biggest test since the early war days
Think tank finds flaws in UK government's clean power cost predictions
New analysis questions governments claims about future electricity prices under green energy plan. Centre for Policy Studies suggests different gas price forecasts could make clean power more costly than expected
Wealthy donor backs away from Telegraph newspaper purchase deal
Major shake-up in Telegraph newspapers sale process as high-profile investor steps back. The move adds new complexity to the long-running ownership transition of the well-known British media outlet
Trump's win signals big trouble for corporate diversity and green investing trends
Major companies are moving away from diversity programs and green investing after poor results. The trend speeds up as political winds shift and economic realities hit corporate America
Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in lightning-fast offensive
North-western Syria sees dramatic power shift as opposition forces capture Aleppo in rapid advance. Rebel groups managed to secure key areas while meeting minimal resistance from government forces
Immigration numbers expose unexpected shift in Starmer's long-term position
Latest migration data shows record-high numbers reaching almost 1-million mark‚ triggering sharp response from **Keir Starmer**. His current stance differs notably from his past positions on border policies
Irish rap group wins legal fight against UK minister over denied funding
Irish rap trio gets £14‚250 after proving governmentʼs funding denial was against law. Money will go to youth clubs while raising questions about artistic freedom and political views
Public voices: From assisted dying law to HMRC chaos - what British people think today
British citizens share their thoughts on recent hot-button issues from Parliament to public services. Letters discuss new laws migration numbers and government effectiveness