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.
11:25
Britain to expand nuclear-powered submarine fleet amid defence overhaul
The UK will boost its fleet of nuclear-powered submarines and push defence readiness in response to evolving global threats and shifting U.S. security commitments under President Trump.
08:30
health news
UK enforces nationwide ban on disposable vapes
The UK has officially banned the sale of disposable vapes as of Sunday, aiming to curb youth usage, reduce environmental waste, and stop the spread of harmful chemicals.
02:35
Boris Johnson: Türkiye’s infrastructure a ‘lesson’ for the UK
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has praised Türkiye’s large-scale infrastructure projects, calling them a model for the UK to learn from.
01:25
Türkiye and UK Foreign Ministers discuss Russia-Ukraine war
On Friday, Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy held a phone call to discuss efforts to end the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, according to diplomatic sources.
19:39
World News
UK PM Starmer warns Farage's "fantasy" fiscal plans would crash the economy
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that Nigel Farage's economic plans would damage the British economy, calling them unrealistic and comparing them to the failed policies of former PM Liz Truss.
13:27
Coins are ruining Giant’s Causeway—and it’s costing £30,000
Tourists are being warned not to jam coins into the iconic Giant’s Causeway rocks as the practice is causing lasting damage to the 60-million-year-old formation.
11:58
UK responds to U.S.
UK responds to U.S. court ruling on Trump’s tariffs, cites ongoing legal process
The British government has responded to a U.S. court ruling that blocked President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, describing it as a domestic matter for Washington but emphasizing that the case remains in its early legal stages.
19:31
World News
Iran warns UK over "zero enrichment" demand
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a stern warning to the UK on Wednesday saying nothing would be left to discuss if London demanded Tehran to cease its nuclear enrichment program.
03:30
King Charles and PM shocked after car crashes into Liverpool FC parade crowd
King Charles and Queen Camilla expressed deep shock and sadness after a car plowed into crowds celebrating Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory.
18:50
Major incident declared in Northamptonshire, UK after fire at recycling warehouse
Emergency crews were called to the Sanders Lodge Industrial Estate in England's East Midlands region.
17:00
Redbird Capital to acquire The Telegraph for £500 Million, ending two years of uncertainty
U.S.-based private equity firm Redbird Capital Partners has reached an agreement to acquire the UK’s Telegraph Media Group for £500 million, becoming the sole owner of the 170-year-old newspaper and ending a prolonged period of financial and ownership instability.
11:25
UK to cede Chagos Islands
UK to transfer Chagos Islands to Mauritius, keep control of Diego Garcia base
The UK is set to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while retaining long-term control over the Diego Garcia military base under a 99-year lease. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Mauritian officials are expected to formalize the deal in a virtual ceremony this week.
20:12
Britain’s superposition: in Europe, but not quite
In the year the UN marks 100 years of quantum mechanics, Britain mirrors its paradox: neither fully in nor out of the EU. Trade, travel, and defence bind it to the bloc, despite Brexit. As Starmer seeks closer ties, the UK faces endless negotiations between sovereignty and economic need.
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