Trump and Starmer unveiled the U.S.-UK Economic Prosperity Deal on May 8, 2025, securing $130B in tech investment and auto tariffs while leaving steel duties and the Digital Services Tax intact — a deal defined more by corporate pledges than government compromise.
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Belgian labor unions halted flights and public transport in a nationwide strike over the 2026 austerity budget, grounding commercial flights at Brussels and Charleroi airports while business jets kept flying. The standoff with PM Alexander De Croo's government escalates ahead of budget approval.
Costa Coffee launches its Christmas menu early on 24 Oct 2025 across 2,735 UK stores, introducing Butter Pecan Cookie Latte and Dubai‑Style Pistachio Tiffin, driven by CEO Jill McDonald's festive strategy.