2 h. ago Inside Trump’s scramble to reduce US dependence on Chinese rare

The White House has made it a top priority to return the rare-earth industry to US shores. But is it really feasible?Scott Bessent, the US treasury secretary, returned from South Carolina last week brandishing a small piece of metal, proclaiming that it was the first rare-earth magnet made in the US in a quarter of a century.It was, he indicated to Fox Business, proof that the US is ending “China’s chokehold on our supply chain”. Thanks to the South Carolina company eVAC’s new rare-earth mineral processing center, Bessent added: “We’re finally becoming independent again.” Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Rare Kate Middleton video reveals her moment of panic after engagement interview

William and Kate kept their engagement secret from the public for days but a rare video after an infamous interview showed some of Kate's hidden feelings

Politics

2 h. ago BBC lawsuit risks turning 'Trump's America into Farage's Britain'

The BBC has apologised to the US president but so far has refused to compensate him.

Politics

4 h. ago Wales v Japan winners and losers as rare positive emerges but duo flatter to deceive

Wales emerged victorious but Steve Tandy should be worried ahead of sterner tests

Politics

5 h. ago Sir Billy Connolly, 82, pictured in rare public appearance as he picks up lifetime achievement award

SIR Billy Connolly has made a rare public appearance to receive a lifetime achievement award from a film festival in his adopted home of Florida. The Big Yin had an audience at the Key West Film Festival in fits of laughter as he made a hilarious speech after being honoured with the Golden Key Award...

Events

8 h. ago Unseen Wales v Japan moments reveal unbearable tension and raw aftermath

Inside the Principality Stadium and away from the cameras, the relief was palpable after a rare occurrence

Events

11 h. ago Look out for this ultra rare 50p coin from 2009 that sold for £7,000

Only 629 copies of this coin were ever made making it especially sought after

Economics

14 h. ago Pennies could be worth up to $5 million after final coins were minted this week

The US Mint struck the final batch of circulating pennies this week, marking the end of 232 years of production and triggering a collector frenzy over rare omega-marked coins expected to fetch millions.

Economics

16 h. ago Billy Connolly, 82, in rare public appearance as comedy legend says 'I suffer from horrible illness'

Comedy legend Billy Connolly made a rare appearance at a film festival where he was the guest of honour and recognised with an award, presented by Steve Buscemi and Aidan Quinn

Politics

18 h. ago BBC bias row: How the spat between the broadcaster and Trump unfolded

The saga has seen two senior executives resign and threats of a $5bn lawsuit

Politics

18 h. ago Emotional scenes as Sir Billy Connolly makes rare appearance to accept award

Sir Billy Connolly's attendance at an event near his home in Florida proved to be an emotional moment.

Events

20 h. ago England and George Ford keep their cool to earn rare win over New Zealand

Steve Borthwich & Co. in dreamland after thrilling afternoon at Twickenham

Politics

21 h. ago Check your shelves for these eight CDs as they could be worth thousands

From David Bowie to Michael Jackson, collectors are willing to pay hundreds, or even thousands, to get their hands on rare CDs

Politics

21 h. ago England v New Zealand live: Hosts fight back to lead All Blacks in huge international rugby clash

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

Society

22 h. ago England v New Zealand live: All Blacks surge ahead in huge rugby international

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

Society

25 h. ago Strictly host Claudia Winkleman's heartbreak after 'separation' in rare family admission

Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman has been married to Kris Thykier for 25 years

Events

25 h. ago Rare footage of Kate Middleton's historic engagement interview reveals her moment of panic

The royal couple, who first met at St Andrew's University in Scotland, announced their engagement in a historic interview with Tom Brabmy in 2010.

Politics

26 h. ago England v New Zealand live: Hosts face All Blacks challenge in huge rugby international

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

Society

29 h. ago Trump says UK ‘embarrassed’ by BBC as he threatens up to $5bn lawsuit

Donald Trump said that the UK is "embarrassed" by the BBC as he confirmed he would still sue the broadcaster for up to $5bn despite the BBC apologising for its Panorama edit of the president’s January 6 speech.

Politics

29 h. ago Scotland gives £600k to support 'lifeline' UN humanitarian fund in Palestine

The aid was announced by First Minister John Swinney as part of a package of measures to help address the "catastrophic" humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Economics