UK News
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£70m housing fund investment aims to boost UK family rental supply
The UK’s National Housing Bank is committing up to £70 million to a new investment fund designed to accelerate the construction of family rental...02 November 2026Read More... -
London launches ‘No Place for Knives’ campaign to intensify crackdown on knife crime
New Home Office initiative targets knife crime hotspots in Westminster and Croydon, combining high-visibility advertising with expanded police operations...02 November 2026Read More... -
Xiaomi EV deliveries surge past 50,000 in October as company accelerates 2026 expansion
Chinese technology giant Xiaomi recorded its strongest monthly electric vehicle sales performance of 2026 in October, delivering more than 50,000 vehicles...01 November 2026Read More... -
UK rail safety campaign marks 10 years with nearly 83,000 crimes reported
The UK’s ‘See it. Say it. Sorted.’ rail safety campaign has helped British Transport Police record almost 83,000 crimes over the past decade,...01 November 2026Read More... -
Burnham open to British apology for slavery but rejects financial reparations
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed willingness to consider a formal apology for the United Kingdom’s historic involvement in the transatlantic...31 October 2026Read More... -
Bereaved families to receive full asbestos compensation under long-awaited reform
Families who lose loved ones to asbestos-related diseases will no longer face reduced compensation if the affected worker dies before submitting a...31 October 2026Read More... -
Swedish academic barred from Britain ahead of Palestine Action-linked event
Swedish climate researcher Andreas Malm has been refused entry to the United Kingdom ahead of a planned appearance at an event featuring Huda Ammori,...31 October 2026Read More... -
London mayor to take historic Türkiye trip to champion climate action and attract investment
London Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to make history next month with the first-ever visit to Türkiye by a serving Mayor of London, combining an international...30 October 2026Read More... -
Millions of workers to receive stronger protection against workplace harassment
Millions of workers across the UK are set to benefit from stronger legal safeguards against sexual harassment and workplace abuse as new employment...30 October 2026Read More... -
UK to make overseas defence contractors invest in British jobs and industry
The UK government is introducing a new defence procurement policy requiring foreign companies awarded major military contracts to deliver equivalent...30 October 2026Read More... -
Shell and TotalEnergies reap biggest profits in four years as war drives energy prices higher
Oil and gas giants Shell and TotalEnergies have reported their strongest quarterly earnings since 2022, benefiting from soaring refining margins, volatile...29 October 2026Read More... -
UK government vows tougher action against water firms over pollution failures
The UK government is preparing to tighten its response to persistent pollution by water companies, including stronger restrictions on executive bonuses...29 October 2026Read More... -
Sterling holds firm as Healey’s budget leaves markets largely unmoved
The British pound traded broadly unchanged on Thursday after Finance Minister John Healey unveiled a cautious budget focused on maintaining fiscal...29 October 2026Read More... -
UK strikes £2.5bn Rolls-Royce deal to secure future of jet engine manufacturing and create thousands of jobs
The UK government has reached a landmark cooperation agreement with Rolls-Royce covering a £2.5 billion, 10-year programme to develop next-generation...29 October 2026Read More... -
Government announces £100m plan to cut public EV charging costs
The British government has unveiled a £100 million initiative to reduce the cost of charging electric vehicles at public charging points near residential...28 October 2026Read More...
World News
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Oil prices slide 4% as Iran-Qatar talks raise hopes of Middle East de-escalation
Global oil prices dropped by more than 4% on Monday as diplomatic discussions involving Iran and Qatar fuelled expectations that the US-Israeli conflict...02 November 2026Read More... -
Kenya and Britain strengthen coastal partnership on trade, jobs and security
Britain and Kenya are stepping up cooperation along Kenya’s coast, with a renewed focus on economic opportunities, youth empowerment, maritime security...02 November 2026Read More... -
Taiwan vows to strengthen maritime intelligence as Chinese pressure intensifies
Taiwan has declared that it must independently monitor and survey its surrounding waters, warning that control over maritime information is becoming...02 November 2026Read More... -
Malaysia Airlines warns of potential customer data exposure in Amadeus cyberattack
Malaysia Airlines has warned that some of its customers’ personal information may have been exposed following a cybersecurity incident involving...01 November 2026Read More... -
Binance replenishes 90% of $6.3 billion stolen in record crypto hack
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has restored approximately 90% of the digital assets stolen in a $6.3 billion security breach,...31 October 2026Read More... -
Limpet mine attack damages tanker in Strait of Hormuz, raising fears for shipping security
A commercial tanker has been struck by explosive devices attached to its hull while navigating the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, highlighting...30 October 2026Read More... -
Britain and Ukraine join forces to develop the next generation of military drones
British and Ukrainian defence manufacturers are stepping up cooperation on advanced military technology, as 12 Ukrainian drone producers presented...30 October 2026Read More... -
Russian human rights commissioner leads US journalists into besieged Ukrainian town as evacuation efforts begin
Russia’s human rights commissioner, Yana Lantratova, travelled towards the Russian-controlled Ukrainian town of Oleshky on Thursday accompanied by...29 October 2026Read More... -
UK and Taiwan launch new partnership to accelerate carbon capture and offshore wind development
The United Kingdom and Taiwan have agreed to strengthen cooperation on clean energy, energy security and industrial decarbonisation, launching a new...28 October 2026Read More... -
Local ceasefire opens humanitarian corridor in Oleshky as Russia and Ukraine continue attacks
Russia and Ukraine have introduced a temporary, localised ceasefire around the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine to facilitate humanitarian...27 October 2026Read More... -
UK and EU seek compromise over ‘Made in Europe’ rules, minister says
Britain and the European Union are working to resolve disagreements over Brussels’ proposed “Made in Europe” policy, with UK Business Secretary...27 October 2026Read More... -
UK, Ukraine and Latvia expand joint effort to trace stolen Ukrainian grain
The United Kingdom, Ukraine and Latvia have agreed to strengthen international efforts to identify and prevent the sale of grain allegedly stolen from...26 October 2026Read More... -
Russia claims it foiled Ukrainian drone plot targeting Moscow’s air defences
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) says it has arrested two men suspected of preparing a drone attack against a critical component of Moscow’s...26 October 2026Read More... -
Obama launches fierce attack on Trump as democrats rally ahead of US midterm elections
Former US President Barack Obama has launched a sharp assault on Donald Trump’s administration, accusing the Republican president of corruption,...25 October 2026Read More... -
Sydney’s new Western Airport opens after decades of planning
Australia’s first major new airport in more than 50 years begins passenger operations, promising round-the-clock flights and greater capacity for...25 October 2026Read More...
Media
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US judge dismisses Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein report
A US federal judge has permanently dismissed President Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal, bringing an end to his...31 October 2026Read More... -
Tommy Robinson found guilty of harassing two British journalists
British far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been convicted of harassing two journalists from the Daily Mail over their reporting on his activities...28 October 2026Read More... -
Publishers and advertisers urge EU and UK to block Meta’s new AI content terms
Digital publishers and advertising companies have called on competition regulators in the European Union and the United Kingdom to suspend Meta Platforms’...22 October 2026Read More... -
BBC and Channel 4 explore deeper partnership as broadcasters seek major savings
The BBC and Channel 4 have begun preliminary discussions with the UK government about expanding their commercial cooperation, potentially bringing...08 October 2026Read More... -
King Charles responds to new claims by Princess Diana’s brother over Diana’s funeral
King Charles III has responded publicly to allegations made by Charles Spencer, the younger brother of the late Princess Diana, concerning the events...17 September 2026Read More... -
Prince Harry faces millions in legal costs after Daily Mail case defeat
Prince Harry and other high-profile figures could be ordered to pay millions of pounds towards the legal costs of the publisher of the Daily Mail after...30 July 2026Read More... -
Netflix overtakes BBC as UK viewers' top TV choice, Ofcom finds
Netflix has overtaken the BBC as the first destination for television viewing in the UK, according to Ofcom's latest annual Media Nations report, highlighting...29 July 2026Read More...
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Sport
Sarina Wiegman commits to England until 2029 after back-to-back European titles
Sarina Wiegman commits to England until 2029 after back-to-back European titles
England women's national team manager Sarina Wiegman has signed a contract extension that will keep her in charge until the conclusion of the 2029 UEFA Women's European
Read More... Rybakina pulls out of Wuhan Open as foot injury forces break from tennis
Rybakina pulls out of Wuhan Open as foot injury forces break from tennis
World number one Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from the upcoming Wuhan Open in China after aggravating a persistent foot injury, tournament organisers confirmed on Sunday.
Read More... Manchester United turns Old Trafford turf into a piece of club history for fans
Manchester United turns Old Trafford turf into a piece of club history for fans
Manchester United are giving supporters an unusual opportunity to take home a small piece of the club’s iconic stadium, with preserved sections of the Old Trafford pitch being sold as
Read More... Former police chief among officers investigated over Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban
Former police chief among officers investigated over Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban
A former senior British police chief and three other officers are facing misconduct investigations over the decision to prevent supporters of Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv
Read More... Nick Kyrgios suspended after cocaine test as Australian tennis star admits ‘huge mistake’
Nick Kyrgios suspended after cocaine test as Australian tennis star admits ‘huge mistake’
Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from professional tennis after testing positive for cocaine, bringing fresh turmoil to the career of one of the sport’s most unpredictable and
Read More... Fraud arrest follows security disruption at Birmingham European Athletics Championships
Fraud arrest follows security disruption at Birmingham European Athletics Championships
A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of fraud following a security operation that caused significant disruption at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham on
Read More... Asher-Smith matches European medal record as Hunt completes golden treble
Asher-Smith matches European medal record as Hunt completes golden treble
Dina Asher-Smith has joined an elite chapter of European athletics history after helping Great Britain to gold in the women’s 4x100 metres relay in Birmingham, taking her European
Read More... OG Anunoby brings NBA champion’s backing to Mayor’s £2m plan to transform London basketball courts
OG Anunoby brings NBA champion’s backing to Mayor’s £2m plan to transform London basketball courts
London-born NBA champion OG Anunoby has thrown his support behind the Mayor of London’s drive to expand basketball across the capital, announcing a personal investment in the
Read More... London launches bid to bring 2029 World Athletics Championships back to the capital
London launches bid to bring 2029 World Athletics Championships back to the capital
London has formally entered the race to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, putting forward a bid that organisers say could deliver more than £400 million in economic and
Read More... Education
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Ofsted launches independent review pilot to strengthen fairness in school inspections
England’s schools will have access to a new independent complaints review process under a pilot scheme announced by Ofsted, giving state-funded schools an additional route toRead More... -
Nearly half of workers and students miss days due to flu-like illness, UK study finds
Almost half of people in employment or education who experienced flu-like symptoms missed work or school, highlighting the significant impact seasonal respiratory illnesses can have onRead More... -
Oxford holds global university crown for record 11th consecutive year
The University of Oxford has retained its position as the world’s highest-ranked university for an unprecedented 11th consecutive year, according to the Times Higher Education (THE)Read More... -
Jewish students face rising antisemitism on UK campuses, report finds
Antisemitic incidents at universities across Britain have risen sharply since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel in October 2023, according to a new report from the Community Security TrustRead More... -
UK schools to receive new support to confront misogyny and harmful online influences
Schools across England are set to receive a new package of guidance and resources designed to help teachers tackle misogyny, promote respectful relationships and address harmfulRead More... -
England to recruit 1,000 youth workers in biggest youth services expansion for a generation
The government is to fund the recruitment and training of 1,000 new youth workers across England as part of a major expansion of services aimed at helping young people who are at riskRead More... -
London schools see sharp fall in exclusions as Inclusion Charter strengthens safety and belonging
New evidence suggests that efforts to improve inclusion and prevent violence are contributing to safer and more supportive school environments across London, with suspension andRead More... -
£22.5m programme to expand enrichment opportunities for children in more than 400 schools
Hundreds of thousands of young people in disadvantaged communities across England are set to gain greater access to sport, music, arts, debating, volunteering and outdoor activitiesRead More... -
Jewish studies in Europe at a crossroads: an interview with Oleg Kozerod
Interview with Oleh Kozerod, Researcher at the Kuras Institute of Political and Ethnic Studies of the National Academy of Sciences of UkraineRead More...
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England’s education overhaul puts local leaders at the centre of jobs and skills reform
Government brings mayors, employers, schools and colleges together to reshape technical education and connect young people with regional job opportunitiesRead More...
Culture
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British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More... -
Government blocks export of rare Anglo-Saxon artefact in bid to keep national treasure in UK
The UK government has imposed a temporary export ban on an exceptionally rare Anglo-Saxon metal mount, giving museums and galleries time to raise funds to keep the historicRead More... -
Jan van Eyck’s portraits to unite in landmark National Gallery exhibition
An unprecedented gathering of works by one of the Northern Renaissance’s greatest masters will bring Jan van Eyck’s portraiture into focus at the National Gallery this winter, with all 10 ofRead More... -
Europol sounds alarm over more violent museum heists across Europe
Museum robberies are taking a more dangerous turn across Europe, with organised criminal groups increasingly using heavy tools, explosives and other forms of force to steal valuableRead More... -
London marks UNESCO day with call for action, memory and justice on the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade
City Hall brings together community leaders, artists, young Londoners and historians to honour those affected by the transatlantic slave trade and celebrate the strength of African andRead More... -
Honiara welcomes a global showcase of wildlife photography
Some of the world’s most striking wildlife photographs have arrived in the Solomon Islands, as the British High Commission and the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery open anRead More...
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