UK news

Heathrow Airport, London’s primary travel hub, reported a record-breaking 7.2 million passengers in April 2025, a 5.9% increase from last year, but the surge has exposed operational cracks,

: Published: 15 May 2025

London’s transport network faced chaos this morning, May 15, 2025, as multiple Transport for London (TfL) lines reported severe delays during the rush hour, stranding thousands of

: Published: 15 May 2025

A landmark moment in the UK’s energy transition has arrived as the Great British Energy Bill officially passes through Parliament. This paves the way for the country’s new publicly-owned

: Published: 15 May 2025

The UK economy outperformed expectations in the first quarter of the year, growing by 0.7% between January and March, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Analysts had

: Published: 15 May 2025

Scottish communities can now access a new £4 million funding initiative from Great British Energy to support local clean energy projects. The goal: cut energy bills, strengthen energy security,

: Published: 14 May 2025

A landmark initiative to reduce the risk of flooding in London has been unveiled today, as leading public agencies collaborate on the city’s first-ever London Surface Water Strategy.

: Published: 14 May 2025

A 21-year-old man arrested on May 13, 2025, in Sydenham, south-east London, remains in custody over suspected arson attacks linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The fires, reported by

: Published: 14 May 2025

The UK government announced on May 14, 2025, that 11 government offices in central London will close, with thousands of civil servants relocated outside the capital. The move, reported by

: Published: 14 May 2025

A 21-year-old man was arrested in London on May 14, 2025, in connection with a disturbing trend dubbed “body slamming” or “bare beating,” targeting commuters on the London

: Published: 14 May 2025

A section of the M25, one of the UK’s busiest motorways, was closed during rush hour on May 14, 2025, following a collision between two lorries. The incident occurred on the anticlockwise

: Published: 14 May 2025

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Sport

London set to make cycling history with first-ever women’s tour team time trial

London is preparing to take centre stage in global cycling as it hosts a groundbreaking moment in the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. In 2027, the UK capital will stage the race’s first-ever

Fernandes matches Ronaldo milestone as United captain continues record-breaking form

Bruno Fernandes reached a landmark moment in his Premier League career on Monday night, equalling Cristiano Ronaldo’s total of 140 goal involvements during Manchester United’s victory

Chelsea edge past Leeds to book FA Cup final spot amid turmoil

Chelsea pushed through a turbulent week to secure a place in the FA Cup final, defeating Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley thanks to an early header from Enzo Fernandez.

Fernandes closing in on Premier League history as assist record looms

Bruno Fernandes is edging ever closer to rewriting the Premier League record books after another influential display for Manchester United. The Portuguese playmaker registered his 17th assist

Premier League confirms 2026/27 fixture release date and season schedule

The Premier League has officially announced when fans can expect the fixture list for the 2026/27 campaign, offering an early glimpse into what promises to be another tightly packed season

Haaland hat-trick powers Manchester City past Liverpool 4-0 as Chelsea hit seven in FA cup rout

Erling Haaland delivered a devastating performance to send Manchester City marching into the FA Cup semi-finals, scoring a hat-trick in a commanding 4-0 victory over Liverpool at the Etihad

Chelsea FC reports record £262m loss despite revenue growth and European success in 2024–25 season

Chelsea FC has posted the largest financial loss ever recorded in English football, revealing a pre-tax deficit of £262.4 million ($349.5 million) for the 2024–25 season.

UK government announces £10m boost for grassroots sport as Football Foundation marks 25 years

The UK government has unveiled fresh investment in grassroots sport, pledging an additional £10 million to improve community facilities, as the Football Foundation celebrated its 25th

Global student talent heads to Lausanne for record-breaking Olympic Case Study final 2026

A record number of universities have taken part in this year’s International Olympic Case Study Competition (CSC), with the top student teams now set to face off in the global final in

Milano Cortina 2026 draws record media interest with over 13,000 accredited journalists and broadcasters

The upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games is already shaping up to be one of the most widely covered Winter Olympics in history, with a remarkable 13,478 media

Education

UK launches major review into antisemitism in schools amid rising incidents
A government-commissioned review into antisemitism in England’s schools and colleges has formally opened a nationwide call for evidence, as concerns grow over a sharp rise in incidents
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Historic UK university accused of ‘anti-white discrimination’ over controversial admissions scheme
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London primary school offers hit record high as applications continue to fall
Nearly all children set to begin primary school in London this September have secured a place at one of their preferred schools, according to newly released admissions data, highlighting both
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UK set to rejoin Erasmus+ in 2027, marking a new chapter in EU–UK educational cooperation
The European Union and the United Kingdom have reached a landmark agreement to bring the UK back into the Erasmus+ programme starting in 2027, signalling a renewed commitment to
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UK government targets junk food in schools amid rising child obesity crisis
In a sweeping reform of school meal policies, the UK government has announced plans to remove high-sugar and deep-fried foods from school menus, marking the most significant update to
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Scottish Greens propose new private school tax to fund state education amid wider reform debate
The Scottish Greens have unveiled plans to introduce a new tax on private schools, arguing the measure would help address chronic underfunding in state education and public services across
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Oxford University secures £2m gift to boost primary care in Tunisia, extending legacy of global health philanthropy
The University of Oxford has received a further £2 million donation from Fondation Docteur Sadok Besrour, deepening its efforts to expand primary health care research and education in Tunisia
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Oxford historian Lyndal Roper wins 2026 Holberg Prize for groundbreaking research on Witch Hunts and Martin Luther
Lyndal Roper, Emeritus Regius Professor of History at University of Oxford, has been named the 2026 laureate of the prestigious Holberg Prize—one of the world’s most significant honours for
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UK issues first official screen time guidance for under-5s as parents struggle with digital overload
The UK government has unveiled its first clear national guidance on screen time for children under five, stepping into what many parents describe as one of the toughest challenges of modern
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UK expands school-based nurseries to cut childcare costs by thousands for families in need
The UK government has announced a major expansion of school-based nurseries, aiming to ease childcare costs and improve access for families in the country’s most disadvantaged areas.
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