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Ukraine is set to receive a major boost to its air force under a new Swedish-led fighter jet agreement that will also support more than 5,000 jobs across the UK defence industry.
Poland and the United Kingdom are moving to strengthen their strategic partnership with a new defence and security treaty aimed at countering what Warsaw describes as the growing long-
The UK and Australia have agreed to deepen cooperation on artificial intelligence security, launching a new partnership aimed at countering the rapidly evolving risks posed by advanced
The European Union and Mexico have signed a sweeping new set of agreements aimed at deepening political, economic and strategic ties, marking what leaders described as a major milestone
A court in Ankara has annulled the 2023 congress of Turkey’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), in a move that has triggered strong criticism from European political
Britain’s second-highest-ranking diplomat in Washington, James Roscoe, has unexpectedly left his position at the British Embassy, the UK Foreign Office confirmed early Wednesday, raising
Iran has proposed a new framework for peace talks with the United States that includes compensation for war damage, the withdrawal of U.S. troops from areas near Iranian territory, and an
The UK Armed Forces are set to take part in major celebrations across the United States this summer, marking 250 years of American independence with a series of high-profile ceremonial
The UK is set to win support from European partners this week for reforms aimed at strengthening border security and speeding up the removal of foreign criminals and illegal migrants.
Marking a pivotal moment for Euro-Atlantic diplomacy, UK Defence Minister Lord Coaker has concluded a high-profile four-nation tour across the Western Balkans and Türkiye, reinforcing
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Sport
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... Serbia and Sweden withdraw support for Infantino's FIFA re-election
Serbia and Sweden withdraw support for Infantino's FIFA re-election
Serbia and Sweden have withdrawn their support for Gianni Infantino's bid for another term as FIFA president, following Wales in breaking ranks with the world football governing
Read More... Wales withdraws support for Infantino’s FIFA re-election bid
Wales withdraws support for Infantino’s FIFA re-election bid
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino’s bid to remain FIFA president, citing concerns over governance and leadership.
Read More... Netherlands win FIFA Fair Play Award after disciplined World Cup campaign
Netherlands win FIFA Fair Play Award after disciplined World Cup campaign
The Netherlands have been named the winners of FIFA's Fair Play Award following the 2026 World Cup, after finishing the tournament with the best disciplinary record.
Read More... Sinner overcomes Zverev to retain Wimbledon title after epic Centre Court battle
Sinner overcomes Zverev to retain Wimbledon title after epic Centre Court battle
Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title with a four-set victory over Alexander Zverev in a high-quality final, cementing his position as the world's leading men's player and claiming a
Read More... England edge Norway after extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals
England edge Norway after extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals
Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, as England overcame a spirited Norway 2-1 at Miami Stadium to book their place in the World Cup semi-finals for the fourth
Read More... Tour de France: Debutant Olav Kooij claims maiden stage win after late crash disrupts sprint
Tour de France: Debutant Olav Kooij claims maiden stage win after late crash disrupts sprint
Dutch rider Olav Kooij celebrated a dream Tour de France debut by winning stage five after a dramatic late crash shattered the peloton and transformed the expected bunch sprint.
Read More... Leclerc triumphs at Silverstone as Antonelli’s title lead shrinks after costly retirement
Leclerc triumphs at Silverstone as Antonelli’s title lead shrinks after costly retirement
Charles Leclerc claimed a dramatic victory at the British Grand Prix on Sunday, capitalising on late-race chaos to secure Ferrari’s landmark 250th Formula One win while championship leader
Read More... Manchester City turn to Enzo Maresca as Guardiola successor in new era at Etihad
Manchester City turn to Enzo Maresca as Guardiola successor in new era at Etihad
Manchester City have named Enzo Maresca as their new head coach, confirming the former Chelsea manager will take charge from next season following Pep Guardiola’s departure after a
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Climate change and ageing: why health systems face a new global risk
Climate change is emerging as a major challenge for ageing societies, with extreme weather, pressure on healthcare systems and economic disruption increasingly interacting to shapeRead More... -
Children to get free bus travel across England during August
Children aged five to 15 will be able to travel for free on most local buses in England throughout August, under a government scheme aimed at helping families reduce the cost of summerRead More... -
Applications open for postgraduate student loans in England and Wales
Applications for postgraduate student finance for the 2026/27 academic year have opened for students in England and Wales.Read More... -
Clean air campaigner Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah awarded honorary doctorate
Clean air campaigner Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Southampton in recognition of her work to improve air quality following theRead More... -
Free rule of law teaching resources rolled out to schools across England and Wales
Schools across England and Wales now have access to a new collection of free, classroom-ready lesson plans designed to help pupils understand the rule of law, their rights, and the UK'sRead More... -
Government confirms two-year teacher pay deal backed by £2.3 billion investment
Teachers and school leaders will receive a 6.5% pay increase over the next two years as part of a wider package designed to strengthen recruitment, retention and investment acrossRead More... -
Degree choice can mean a £400,000 difference in lifetime earnings, new research finds
Students could see dramatically different financial outcomes depending on the degree subject they choose, with some courses leading to lifetime earnings gains of up to £400,000 whileRead More... -
Natural History GCSE moves closer as government backs skills for green economy
The government has launched a public consultation on a new Natural History GCSE, bringing the qualification a step closer to classrooms and aiming to equip young people with skills forRead More... -
Ofqual hits Cambridge English with £875,000 penalty after global IELTS marking failures affect tens of thousands
Cambridge English has been fined £875,000 by the UK regulator Ofqual after widespread marking errors in international English language tests led to incorrect results being issued to moreRead More... -
£80m investment to create 2,500 defence skills student places across England
Twenty-four universities and colleges across England have secured a share of £80 million in government funding aimed at expanding higher education capacity in defence-related subjectsRead More...
UK News
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UK water bills set to rise as Ofwat approves £3.4bn infrastructure spending
Five major water companies have been given provisional approval to increase customer bills after regulator Ofwat authorised up to £3.4 billion in additional investment for infrastructureRead More... -
58% of Britons want fewer migrants coming to the UK from Russia
A new opinion poll shows that 47% of Britons now want fewer migrants from Israel to come to the UK, or want migration from Israel to stop altogether. A YouGov survey shows that BritonsRead More... -
More than 436,000 UK sole traders and landlords complete first digital tax update
More than 436,000 sole traders and landlords have submitted their first quarterly update under the UK's new Making Tax Digital regime, marking a significant step in the government'sRead More... -
ONS targets November 2027 for long-awaited overhaul of UK jobs data
Britain’s statistics watchdog is now working towards November 2027 as the most likely date for replacing its troubled Labour Force Survey with a redesigned system intended to provide aRead More... -
Britain backs Chile’s offshore wind ambitions with roadmap for investment and jobs
The United Kingdom is stepping up its support for Chile’s emerging offshore wind industry, with a new package of studies setting out how the country can turn its considerableRead More...
Culture
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Britain’s festival season stages a cautious comeback as fans pay for more
Britain’s battered music festival industry is showing tentative signs of recovery, with several major events selling out faster than expected as organisers reshape their offer aroundRead More... -
British Week in Paraguay marks a decade with nine days of culture, food and music
Asunción is preparing for the 10th edition of British Week, a nine-day programme showcasing British culture and connections across Paraguay.Read More... -
Stefan Zweig’s London refuge marked with blue plaque 90 years after Austrian writer fled Hitler
A London address that once offered refuge to one of Austria’s most celebrated writers has been formally marked in honour of Stefan Zweig, the Jewish novelist and essayist who fled theRead More... -
Bloomsbury keeps profit outlook unchanged as AI partnerships boost early-year trading
Bloomsbury Publishing has maintained its full-year financial outlook after reporting a solid start to the new fiscal year, supported by continued income from artificial intelligence licensingRead More... -
Salman Rushdie warns free speech is under threat as London honours his literary legacy
Author Salman Rushdie has warned that freedom of speech is facing growing threats around the world, saying the right to express dissenting views is under increasing pressure even inRead More... -
More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More... -
Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.Read More... -
Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More...
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