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UK Politics 21 May 2026, 22:18

Migration Falls Sharply But Experts Question Long-Term Trend

Net migration to the UK has decreased significantly, with experts cautioning that underlying border pressures…

UK Politics 21 May 2026, 22:18

Election Fraud Arrests in Tameside Raise Voter Integrity Fears

Five arrests in Tameside over alleged electoral irregularities during a local council contest are raising con…

Society 21 May 2026, 08:18

Ofcom Finds TikTok and YouTube Still Not Safe Enough for Children

Ofcom warns TikTok and YouTube that they are still not safe enough for children, citing failures to adequatel…

Economy 21 May 2026, 08:18

Inflation Eases to 2.8% But Economists Warn Pressure Is Building

UK inflation eased to 2.8% in the year to October, according to new ONS data, signaling a slight drop but wit…

Society 21 May 2026, 08:18

Mandatory Digital ID Rollout Branded 'A Fiasco' by Scrutiny Panel

The government’s mandatory digital ID rollout has been branded a “fiasco” by a parliamentary scrutiny panel, …

UK Politics 21 May 2026, 08:18

Reform's Youngest Leader Now Controls Two English Councils

Reform UK’s youngest council leader now controls two English councils after securing control, expanding the p…

Health 21 May 2026, 08:18

Fit Note System 'Broken', Says Government as Pilot Scheme Launched

The government says the fit note system is "broken" and has launched a pilot scheme removing GPs from signing…

Economy 21 May 2026, 08:18

Supermarkets Reject Pressure to Cap Milk, Bread and Egg Prices

Major UK supermarkets rejected government calls to cap prices on essential goods like milk, bread, and eggs, …

UK Politics 21 May 2026, 08:18

Streeting Stakes Labour Leadership Bid on Wealth Tax Reform

Wes Streeting launches Labour leadership bid with a proposed overhaul of capital gains tax and a wider wealth…

Economy 21 May 2026, 08:18

Fuel Duty Freeze Extended as Russian Oil Sanctions Quietly Watered Down

The UK government extended its fuel duty freeze alongside relaxed enforcement of Russian oil sanctions, spark…

Economy 21 May 2026, 08:18

UK Seals £3.7bn Gulf Trade Deal Despite Rights Groups' Alarm

The UK finalized a £3.7bn trade deal with Gulf nations, removing tariffs on goods like whisky and electric ve…

Economy 21 May 2026, 08:18

Reeves Unveils £100m Free Bus Scheme But Skips Energy Bills

Chancellor Reeves launched a £100m free bus travel scheme for England to combat cost-of-living pressures, exc…

Economy 21 May 2026, 07:10

SpaceX IPO: What British Investors Need to Know Before June 12

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO on the Nasdaq offers significant investment potential. British investors need to unders…

Tech 20 May 2026, 12:02

EU Moves to Tighten AI Oversight With New Liability Rules

The EU is implementing new AI liability rules, holding companies accountable for damages caused by high-risk …

World 20 May 2026, 09:55

Denver, Colorado Cannabis Guide for British Visitors: Dispensaries, Tours and 420 Tips

Explore Denver’s thriving cannabis scene with this comprehensive guide for British visitors, featuring top di…

World 19 May 2026, 10:10

Cannabis Tourism USA: Colorado, California, Nevada and More — A British Visitor's Guide

Explore cannabis tourism in the USA – Colorado, California, Nevada & more! Discover diverse experiences, qual…

Health 18 May 2026, 13:00

Andes Virus Alert: UK Authorities Trace Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak — What You Need to Know

UK authorities are investigating a confirmed Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship that docked in…

UK Politics 18 May 2026, 10:00

Angela Rayner Cleared and Back With a Vengeance — Is Starmer's Leadership Under Threat?

Angela Rayner has been cleared of tax affairs by HMRC following a year-long investigation, returning to front…

Health 18 May 2026, 09:00

Dance on Prescription: How England Is Fighting the Loneliness Epidemic

NHS social prescribing programmes connect patients to dance classes, gardening, and community activities inst…

UK Politics 17 May 2026, 11:00

Labour's Welsh Disaster: Starmer Faces Leadership Crisis After Historic Senedd Defeat

Labour faces a leadership crisis following a historic Senedd defeat in Wales, losing control after over a cen…

World 17 May 2026, 08:10

Dara Wins Eurovision 2026: Bulgaria Claims Historic First Victory in Vienna

Bulgaria ends decades of Eurovision near-misses with a stunning victory at the Wiener Stadthalle

Health 17 May 2026, 06:05

Medical Marijuana in the USA: A Visitor's Guide for British Travellers

Medical marijuana is legal in over 38 US states, yet accessing it as a foreign visitor remains complex, requi…

UK Politics 16 May 2026, 17:19

Tens of Thousands March in London: Tommy Robinson Unite the Kingdom Rally Brings Capital to Standstill

Massive Crowds Gather in London as Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom Rally Gridlocks the City

Tech 16 May 2026, 14:00

Faculty AI: The Applied AI Firm That Helped Britain Through COVID — and Is Now Reshaping Enterprise Intelligence

From pandemic modelling to NHS risk stratification and defence AI — how Faculty AI earned $100m+ in revenue b…

World 16 May 2026, 11:04

ESC Vienna 2026: Gaza Protests, Police and the Price of Public Events

Vienna saw extensive pro-Palestinian protests on Thursday amid heavy police deployment ahead of the Eurovisio…

Society 16 May 2026, 10:26

Eurovision 2026 Final Tonight in Vienna: Finland Favourite as Bookmakers and Prediction Markets Agree

Polymarket prices Finland at 49%, Kalshi at 53% — while UK’s Look Mum No Computer faces 125/1 odds

Sports 15 May 2026, 18:26

BTS, Madonna and Shakira: Why the World Cup Final Has Become Bigger Than the Super Bowl

BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will headline the World Cup 2026 final halftime show, signaling a historic moment a…

Tech 15 May 2026, 08:04

China Bans AI Dismissals: Courts Set Global Benchmark for Worker Protection

Rulings from Hangzhou and Beijing make AI automation the company's risk – not a redundancy ground

World 15 May 2026, 08:03

US Cannabis Laws State by State: The Complete Guide for Visitors

Explore the complex US cannabis laws state by state, navigating the conflict between federal restrictions and…

Health 15 May 2026, 07:45

England's GP Deserts: How 4.2 Million Patients Now Live Beyond Reach of a Family Doctor

A new analysis exposes stark geographical inequalities in primary care, with rural counties and post-industri…

Climate 14 May 2026, 21:23

UK Misses Interim Net Zero Target, Report Warns

The UK failed to meet its interim net zero target, new report reveals, with carbon emissions increasing acros…

UK Politics 14 May 2026, 21:23

Starmer Pledges NHS Overhaul Amid Mounting Waiting Lists

Keir Starmer pledges £15 billion NHS overhaul to tackle record waiting lists, unveiling the most ambitious he…

UK Politics 14 May 2026, 21:23

Starmer's NHS overhaul faces fresh resistance

Starmer’s NHS overhaul faces growing resistance from staff, unions, and Labour backbenchers amid government’s…

Society 14 May 2026, 21:23

UK Mental Health Services Strained as Waiting Lists Grow

NHS mental health services face severe strain with over 1.8 million patients awaiting treatment, raising conc…

Climate 14 May 2026, 21:23

G20 nations commit to renewable energy expansion

G20 nations committed to tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030, investing hundreds of billions in…

Sports 14 May 2026, 21:23

Champions League final set for stunning Madrid showdown

The Champions League final will see Real Madrid face off against a yet-to-be-named opponent in a stunning Mad…

Tech 14 May 2026, 21:22

UK Proposes Strict New AI Regulation Framework

The UK government is proposing strict new AI regulations, establishing binding legal obligations for high-ris…

World 14 May 2026, 21:22

UN Security Council deadlocked on new Iran sanctions

The UN Security Council deadlocked Tuesday on a new resolution targeting Iran’s nuclear program, with Russia …

Society 14 May 2026, 21:22

UK School Funding Shortfall Deepens as Inflation Erodes Budgets

UK school funding is critically short as inflation rapidly erodes budgets, forcing headteachers to consider d…

Climate 14 May 2026, 21:22

UK Accelerates Net Zero Grid Transition Amid Investment Push

The UK government is investing tens of billions in accelerating its net zero grid transition, aiming to decar…