21:30
G7 pushes to lower Russian oil cap to $45 without U.S.
As G7 leaders prepare to meet, most member states are ready to cut the Russian oil price cap to $45 even without U.S. backing.
19:00
EU and UK reach post-Brexit deal to ease Gibraltar border flow
The European Union and Britain reached a landmark agreement Wednesday to ease border crossings in Gibraltar, ending years of uncertainty over the territory’s post-Brexit status.
14:36
UK to build world’s first fusion power plant
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, has announced a record £2.5 billion in additional funding this week to advance the development of the world’s first fusion power plant.
17:18
UK's Reeves sets out spending plans to meet "working people's priorities"
On Wednesday, British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves outlined a strategic spending plan focused on health, defence, and infrastructure in an effort to stimulate economic growth and restore public confidence in the Labour government.
17:30
Researchers create over 3,800 digital heart twins to personalize treatment and tackle bias
British scientists have built more than 3,800 digital replicas of human hearts using AI and clinical data, aiming to revolutionize diagnosis, correct medical bias, and improve patient care.
12:30
UK commits £14.2 billion to Sizewell C nuclear plant in major energy push
Britain will invest £14.2 billion in building the Sizewell C nuclear power plant in Suffolk, marking a major step in its long-term strategy to boost energy security and meet climate goals.
11:20
Nuclear energy
UK enters new nuclear age: Rolls-Royce SMR selected to build first small modular reactors
Rolls-Royce SMR has been named the preferred bidder to develop the UK's first small modular reactors (SMRs) in partnership with the newly renamed Great British Energy – Nuclear. The project aims to bolster the UK's clean energy supply and energy independence.
21:00
UK considers social media time limits and curfews for children
The UK government is exploring new online safety measures that could impose time limits and curfews on children's use of social media apps, in response to growing concerns about digital addiction and harmful content.
19:00
Church of England to spend record $2.2B to revive parishes
The Church of England is set to invest a record $2.2 billion over three years to support clergy and parishes, aiming to fuel a revival in church attendance.
16:30
business news
Qualcomm to acquire UK’s Alphawave in $2.4 billion deal
British chip designer Alphawave is set to be acquired by U.S. semiconductor giant Qualcomm in a $2.4 billion deal, marking another major loss for the London Stock Exchange as tech firms continue shifting to U.S. markets in search of higher valuations.
01:55
UK delays AI regulation, plans broader bill
The UK government has pushed back its plans to regulate artificial intelligence by at least a year, opting instead to prepare a more wide-ranging bill covering both safety and copyright issues.
01:04
Police foil suspected terror plot targeting King Charles's soldiers
Military personnel at a barracks just a stone’s throw from Windsor Castle were warned not to leave the grounds in uniform after a man was arrested.
11:40
Kazakhstan, UK sign 2025–2026 military cooperation plan
Kazakhstan and the UK are strengthening defense ties with a new Military Cooperation Plan, focusing on peacekeeping and military education.
04:00
Mystery of 140-year-old shipwreck finally solved
A local dive team has solved a nearly 140-year-old maritime mystery by identifying the wreck of the SS Nantes off the coast of Devon.
20:00
UK
UK to unveil $3 trillion spending plan as Labour faces key economic test
British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is preparing to unveil a high-stakes, multi-year public spending review on June 11 that will allocate over £2 trillion ($2.7 trillion) and shape the Labour government’s ambitions through the rest of its term.
15:30
UK PM Starmer to meet NATO chief Rutte on Monday over defence spending
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in London on Monday to discuss boosting defence spending across the alliance and the UK’s new Strategic Defence Review, Downing Street announced.
13:31
Russia declares British Council activities "undesirable"
The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office has formally declared the activities of the British Council "undesirable" in the country, saying that the organization actively supports the LGBT movement and carries out projects aimed at discrediting Russia’s domestic and foreign policies.
15:00
UK to supply 100,000 drones to Ukraine by April 2026 in expanded defence package
The United Kingdom plans to deliver 100,000 drones to Ukraine by April 2026 as part of a wider defence support package, according to government announcements.
02:19
UK warns Abramovich: Chelsea sale funds must aid Ukraine
The British government has threatened legal action against Roman Abramovich to ensure that the £2.5 billion from his 2022 sale of Chelsea Football Club goes to victims of Russia’s war in Ukraine.
15:00
Keir Starmer unveils major defence overhaul amid funding concerns
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has launched a major defence overhaul to prepare Britain for modern threats, but experts warn that the lack of clear funding raises doubts about its viability.
10:30
world news
EU approves UK, Italy, Japan venture for new fighter jet
The European Commission has given the green light to a joint venture between BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. to lead the development of a next-generation fighter jet.
09:30
world news
UK Trade Minister to hold talks with U.S., EU, and India amid steel tariff dispute
Britain’s Trade Minister Jonathan Reynolds is set for a pivotal week of negotiations with U.S., EU, and Indian officials as fresh U.S. steel tariffs complicate the implementation of recent trade agreements.
16:00
UK urges swift US action on steel tariff deal amid Trump hike
With looming US tariff hikes on steel, the UK is pushing for a swift implementation of a trade deal meant to protect £400mn in exports and safeguard industry jobs.
14:41
BP approves major solar and electrification projects in Azerbaijan
British energy giant BP has announced final investment decisions for two major projects in Azerbaijan: the construction of the 240 MW Shafag solar power plant in Karabakh and the electrification of the Sangachal terminal near Baku.
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