Statement from the Mayor of London ahead of the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
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NHS rolls out record 1,141 new ambulances across England to cut response times and boost emergency care
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UK confirms marmalade name safe: no EU rule will force “citrus marmalade” rebrand
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UK state pension to rise by 4.8% in April 2026: millions of pensioners to gain Up to £575 more
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NHS rolls out record 1,141 new ambulances across England to cut response times and boost emergency care
England’s ambulance services have received a major upgrade, with a record number of new and replacement vehicles hitting the roads over the past...05 April 2026Read More...
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UK confirms marmalade name safe: no EU rule will force “citrus marmalade” rebrandFears that Britain’s beloved marmalade could be forced into a post-Brexit identity change have been firmly dismissed by the UK Government, which...05 April 2026Read More...
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UK state pension to rise by 4.8% in April 2026: millions of pensioners to gain Up to £575 more
More than 12 million pensioners across the UK will receive a boost to their incomes from 6 April, as the State Pension increases by 4.8% under the...05 April 2026Read More...
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£90 million boost to save England’s wildlife: record government funding targets species recovery and nature restoration
England’s most endangered wildlife is set to receive a historic lifeline, as the government announces a landmark £90 million investment aimed...04 April 2026Read More... -
UK government urges parents to tackle children’s screen time this Easter as new online safety rules loom
As families across the United Kingdom enjoy the Easter break, ministers are ramping up efforts to support parents worried about their children’s...04 April 2026Read More... -
UK social housing reform: new £2m fund puts tenants at the heart of housing decisions
Social housing residents across England are set to play a far greater role in shaping the services they receive, as the government rolls out...03 April 2026Read More... -
North London antisemitic arson attack: three more arrested as police probe Jewish ambulance fire
British police have arrested three additional suspects in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson attack targeting Jewish community ambulances...03 April 2026Read More... -
Human trafficking gang jailed in UK: Poland–UK cooperation pays off
In a landmark ruling that underscores both the scale of modern slavery and the power of international policing, Leeds Crown Court sentenced three individuals...02 April 2026Read More... -
Rightmove faces £1.5bn lawsuit as UK estate agents accuse property giant of overcharging
Britain’s largest property portal, Rightmove, is facing a £1.5 billion ($2 billion) lawsuit in the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal, as hundreds...02 April 2026Read More... -
British army tests AI-powered drones to detect bombs faster in groundbreaking military trial
The UK is accelerating its push into battlefield technology, as a major trial led by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has shown...02 April 2026Read More... -
UK minimum wage could rise to £13.18 in 2027 amid wage growth pressures
Britain’s minimum wage is expected to rise again next year, potentially reaching £13.18 an hour in 2027, as policymakers attempt to keep pace with...01 April 2026Read More...
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UK introduces tough new law to combat public sexual harassment and protect women and girls
A landmark new law aimed at tackling public sexual harassment has come into force across England and Wales, marking a significant step in the UK government’s...01 April 2026Read More... -
Port Talbot to lead UK clean energy revolution with £64m floating wind port investment
Port Talbot is set to become a key player in the UK’s emerging clean energy economy, following a £64 million government investment aimed at transforming...31 March 2026Read More... -
UK house prices jump in March despite war-driven mortgage fears — what’s next for the housing market?
UK house prices recorded a stronger-than-expected rise in March, offering a brief boost to a housing market increasingly under pressure from rising...31 March 2026Read More... -
New recycling rules in England 2026: simpler waste sorting system explained for every household
Households across England are now operating under a new, simplified recycling system as nationwide rules come into force on Tuesday, 31 March 2026....31 March 2026Read More...
World News
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Deadly Russian drone strike on Nikopol market highlights escalation in Ukraine war in 2026
A Russian drone strike hit a busy market in the frontline city of Nikopol on Saturday morning, killing at least five people and injuring 19 others,...04 April 2026Read More... -
UK business confidence slumps as Iran–US war fuels inflation, energy fears and economic uncertainty
British business confidence has slipped back into negative territory, as escalating tensions in the Middle East—particularly the intensifying Iran–US...04 April 2026Read More... -
UK and Portugal deepen ocean science ties with €4.3m autonomous submarine deal in Madeira
The United Kingdom and Portugal have taken a significant step forward in marine science cooperation, as National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and ARDITI...03 April 2026Read More... -
UK–US pharma trade deal secures tariff-free access to U.S. market while raising drug costs in Britain
Britain has finalized a landmark pharmaceutical trade agreement with the United States, granting UK-made medicines tariff-free entry into the American...03 April 2026Read More... -
UK organic food exports to Japan get major boost as trade barriers fall
British organic food producers have been handed a major export opportunity after the UK and Japan agreed to recognise each other’s organic livestock...02 April 2026Read More... -
France pushes back on Trump NATO exit threat, says alliance not meant for Hormuz military operations
France has firmly rejected suggestions that NATO could be used to support military operations in the Strait of Hormuz, pushing back against renewed...01 April 2026Read More... -
King Charles’ U.S. state visit aims to repair strained UK–US relations amid political tensions
King Charles III is set to travel to the United States in late April for a high-profile state visit, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Tuesday, in what...01 April 2026Read More... -
U.S. lawmakers urge Taiwan to pass $40b defense budget as China pressure mounts
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers visiting Taipei on Monday delivered a clear message: Taiwan must move quickly to approve President Lai Ching-te’s...30 March 2026Read More... -
RAF drone “aces” emerge in Middle East as British forces counter Iranian UAV threats
Gunners from the Royal Air Force have, for the first time, earned the historic title of “aces” — not in fighter jets, but on the ground — after...29 March 2026Read More... -
Pope Leo XIV visits Monaco, urges billionaires to share wealth and promote justice
In a symbolic visit to one of the world’s wealthiest enclaves, Pope Leo XIV traveled to Monaco on Saturday, calling on its affluent residents to...28 March 2026Read More... -
UK pledges £100 million boost to Ukraine air defences as support reaches £600 million in two months
The United Kingdom has announced an urgent £100 million boost to Ukraine’s air defence capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to protect the...28 March 2026Read More... -
UK boosts Lebanon aid with extra £2 million as humanitarian crisis deepens
The United Kingdom has announced an additional £2 million in humanitarian assistance to Lebanon, reinforcing its support for communities affected...27 March 2026Read More... -
Cyprus challenges future of UK military bases after drone strike sparks security concerns
Cyprus has opened formal discussions with United Kingdom over the future of British military bases on the island, President Nikos Christodoulides confirmed...26 March 2026Read More... -
UK to seize Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ in home waters as pressure mounts on Kremlin oil lifelines
The United Kingdom is escalating its crackdown on Russia’s covert oil transport network, granting military and law enforcement teams new powers to...26 March 2026Read More... -
Slovenia introduces fuel rationing as cross-border demand surges amid energy tensions
Slovenia has become the first European Union member state to introduce fuel rationing, responding to mounting pressure on supplies and prices triggered...23 March 2026Read More...
Media
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Prince Harry vs Daily Mail: High Court judge signals delayed ruling in phone hacking lawsuit
A High Court judge in London has indicated that a ruling in the high-profile lawsuit involving Prince Harry, Elton John and several other public figures...01 April 2026Read More... -
UK trials social media curbs for teens: families test bans, curfews and screen-time limits
The British government has launched a new pilot program to explore whether restricting teenagers’ access to social media can improve their wellbeing,...25 March 2026Read More... -
Explosive twist in Prince Harry lawsuit: key witness denies evidence, claims statement was forged
A dramatic turn unfolded in London’s High Court as a central witness in the high-profile lawsuit involving Prince Harry dismissed crucial evidence...24 March 2026Read More...
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BBC moves to dismiss Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit over edited January 6 documentary
The BBC has asked a U.S. court to throw out a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump, arguing that the case lacks merit...18 March 2026Read More... -
“Future of news is local”: government unveils £12m plan to revive community journalism
The UK government has launched its first comprehensive local media strategy in a generation, pledging up to £12 million to support struggling regional...17 March 2026Read More... -
Isabel Province hosts first Digital Media Literacy Workshop to tackle misinformation and empower community voices
Leaders, government officials and community representatives in Isabel Province have taken a significant step toward strengthening digital awareness...14 March 2026Read More... -
Axel Springer acquires UK’s Telegraph for £575 million, ending two-year ownership battle
German publishing giant Axel Springer has agreed to acquire Britain’s Telegraph Media Group for £575 million ($766 million), bringing an end to...07 March 2026Read More...
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Haaland hat-trick powers Manchester City past Liverpool 4-0 as Chelsea hit seven in FA cup rout
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
Read More... Chelsea FC reports record £262m loss despite revenue growth and European success in 2024–25 season
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.
Read More... UK government announces £10m boost for grassroots sport as Football Foundation marks 25 years
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
Read More... Global student talent heads to Lausanne for record-breaking Olympic Case Study final 2026
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
Read More... Milano Cortina 2026 draws record media interest with over 13,000 accredited journalists and broadcasters
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
Read More... Wimbledon expansion wins key court battle, clearing path for major upgrade
Wimbledon expansion wins key court battle, clearing path for major upgrade
Wimbledon’s ambitious expansion project has secured a significant legal victory after London’s High Court dismissed a challenge aimed at halting the development of new tennis facilities.
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Premier League set for five Champions League spots again? Here’s what needs to happen for 2026/27
Premier League set for five Champions League spots again? Here’s what needs to happen for 2026/27
The Premier League is edging closer to securing a fifth UEFA Champions League qualification spot for the 2026/27 season—potentially repeating a historic expansion seen just a year earlier.
Read More... Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Third-tier strugglers Port Vale produced one of the biggest shocks of this season’s FA Cup after defeating Sunderland 1-0 on Sunday to secure a historic place in the quarter-finals.
Read More... Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: Fernandes leads as Salah, Haaland and Cherki chase assist crown
Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: Fernandes leads as Salah, Haaland and Cherki chase assist crown
Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: who will finish top for assists?
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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 TunisiaRead More... -
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 forRead More... -
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 modernRead More... -
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.Read More... -
London launches school uniform reuse network to cut costs, reduce waste, and support families
A new London-wide initiative aimed at tackling rising school uniform costs and reducing textile waste has officially launched, offering practical support to both families and schools.Read More... -
Ofsted launches pilot to bring more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams
Ofsted has announced a new pilot programme aimed at bringing more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams across England’s education system. The initiative is designed toRead More... -
Ofsted report warns children in care face education ‘lottery’ due to inconsistent local authority support
A new report from Ofsted has highlighted significant barriers preventing many children in care from reaching their full academic potential, despite strong efforts by schools and collegesRead More... -
UK regulators warn Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat to strengthen age checks to protect children online
Britain’s media and privacy watchdogs have issued a stark warning to the world’s largest social media companies, urging them to do far more to prevent children from accessing platformsRead More... -
King Charles III awards Queen Elizabeth Prizes to Oxford researchers for groundbreaking health data platform
Researchers from the University of Oxford have been honoured with the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prizes for Higher and Further Education during a ceremony hosted at St James's Palace inRead More... -
New UK measures aim to protect students from extremism and harassment on campus
Students and staff at universities across England are set to receive stronger protections against extremism, harassment and intimidation under new measuresRead More...
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Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
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London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More... -
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £141,000 to preserve historic synagogues
A new grant from the National Lottery will help preserve historic synagogues in areas such as Wales, Brighton, and the East End, addressing the challenges of declining congregations andRead More... -
Lady Mayor hosts landmark Mansion House dinner celebrating women leaders and future trailblazers in the UK
In a historic first for Mansion House, the official residence of the City of London’s Lord Mayor, a special dinner was held to honour the achievements of women leaders across the UK and theRead More... -
Natural History Museum becomes UK’s most visited attraction in 2025, surpassing British Museum
London’s Natural History Museum has claimed the spot as the United Kingdom’s most popular tourist attraction in 2025, drawing a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors over the year.Read More... -
IWM acquires Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime archive: 600 letters reveal untold stories of love and loss
The Imperial War Museums (IWM) has secured a remarkable piece of British history with the acquisition of the complete Second World War archive of Dame Vera Lynn — the belovedRead More... -
UK City of Culture 2029: nine destinations shortlisted as cultural race heats up
Nine destinations across the UK have been officially longlisted in the race to become the UK City of Culture for 2029, marking the next phase of one of the country’s most influential culturalRead More... -
Paris museum unveils enchanting “Unicorns!” exhibition exploring myth across cultures
The Musée National du Moyen Âge, also known as the Musée de Cluny, is inviting visitors into a world where myth meets history with its captivating exhibition, “Unicorns!”. The show delvesRead More...
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