Chagos Islands deal: Why is US worried about UK handing over Diego Garcia to Mauritius — Explained

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticized the UK’s decision to transfer sovereignty of Diego Garcia to Mauritius, calling it an “act of total weakness.” This move, which secures a long-term lease for a vital US military base, has reignited debat…

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Sources: UK and Chinese security officials set up a forum to discuss cyberattacks after hacking accusations, the first of its kind, to help prevent escalation (Alex Wickham/Bloomberg)

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Sources: UK and Chinese security officials set up a forum to discuss cyberattacks after hacking accusations, the first of its kind, to help prevent escalation  —  British and Chinese security officials establ…

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GSK to buy food allergy drug maker RAPT in $2.2bn deal

US-based biotech firm is developing treatment for allergies such as nuts, milk and eggs in children and adultsBusiness live – latest updatesGSK, the UK’s second-biggest drugmaker, has unveiled a $2.2bn (£1.6bn) deal to acquire a Californian biotech com…

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