Tom Porter

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Tom reports on domestic and foreign affairs for IBTimes UK. His interests include Russia, crime and security. Previously Tom worked at the BBC and the East London Guardian.

Russian soldiers march past the Mother Homeland statue

Russia Salutes its Heroes on Battle of Stalingrad 70th Anniversary

Russians have marked the 70th anniversary of their victory over the Nazis in the Battle of Stalingrad, widely regarded as a turning point in the Second World War.

Chinese Hackers a 'Menace' Claims Google Boss

Google chief Eric Schmidt claims that the Chinese are stealing commercially and politically valuable information from foreign rivals.

Members of the British Royal Air Force Red Arrows squadron perform a stunt

Red Arrows 'Safe', But Doubts Linger Over Defence Spending

Claims the Red Arrows could be axed to save money have been denied as doubt lingers over future of defence spending

Turkish police bomb experts inspect the site of the Ankara US embassy bombing

Turkish Leftists Claim Responsibility for US Embassy Bombing

A far-left group has claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing of the US embassy in Ankara that left two dead.

Beckham after signing for new club Paris Saint Germain

David Beckham Could Net £20M to Promote Qatar World Cup

David Beckham could earn up to £20 million promoting the Qatar 2022 World Cup, which has been dogged by controversy.

Japanese Pop Star Shaves Her Head After Sex Shame [VIDEO]

Japanese AKB48 singer Minami Minegishi shaved her head and delivered a tearful online apology after being photographed leaving the apartment of a male pop star.

Kent Gorilla Family to Return to Wild

The first ever family of gorillas will be reintroduced to the wild from a zoo in Kent.

Gandhi Calls for Indian Police to Recruit More Women

Sonia Gandhi, India's most powerful woman has called for more female police in wake of the fatal rape of a Delhi student.

Mexico Fears 20 Missing Musicians Have Been Kidnapped

A band of 20 musicians has gone missing in Mexico, and are now feared kidnapped.

Murray Loses to Djokovic in Australian Open Final

Andy Murray has been beaten by Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final.

Holocaust Remembrance Day Mourns Genocide Victims

As thousands to gather to remember victims of genocide, MP David Ward has apologised for comparing Israelis to Nazis.

Czech Republic Elects New President

Milos Zeman has won the Czech Republic's first direct presidential elections.

UK Weather Chaos: Floods Predicted Across Country

Flood warnings have been issued across the country as temperatures rise, thawing ice and snow.

Polish Man Braves Cyclone to Reach Australia on Home-Made Raft

A man has survived sharks and cyclone conditions to reach Australia on a flimsy raft.

5 Ways to Enjoy Stable Radio Signals for Your Smartphones and Tablets

Mobile Phones Reveal Dirty Secrets of Love Cheats

More affairs are exposed by an innocent partner checking a cheater's mobile than by any other means, says poll.

MP Stands by Controversial Holocaust Comments

Lib Dem MP David Ward could face disciplinary action after likening the Israeli treatment of the Palestinians to the Holocaust.

Rihanna Hits the Beach in New Barbados Advert

Pop singer Rihanna poses in a bathing costume in the latest phase of a campaign to highlight the attractions of Barbados.

UK Weather Chaos: Flooding Forecast as Temperatures Rise

Floods are now forecast after snowfall brought parts of the M6 to a standstill last night.

JJ Abrams Confirmed As New Star Wars Director

Star Trek director JJ Abrams will direct the latest instalment of the Star Wars franchise, Disney announces.

Fans Flock to Try Fifty Shades Vintage

A South African vineyard has seen sales soar after their vintage featured in the best-selling Fifty Shades of Grey series.

Student's Story of Overcoming 'Boy Anorexia' is YouTube Sensation

Videos posted by a student describing how he overcame anorexia are a surprise YouTube hit.

New RAF Super Jet Could 'Blow Up' In Bad Weather

The new £135 million Lightning II is vulnerable to lightning strikes, according to Pentagon documents.

Gunman Who Shot Politician 'Did Not Intend To Kill' [VIDEO]

Gunman who fired a gun point-blank at the head of a Bulgarian politician has said he did not intend to assassinate him.

Death Toll Rises after Indonesian Floods

Three more bodies have been recovered from the floods that hit Jakarta, and further rain forecast for next week could bring more devastation.

Paranoia About Child Safety 'Insane' Says Expert

Parents worried about their children's safety are preventing them from playing outside, leaving them unable to cope with minor accidents, says Professor Tanya Byron.