UK renewable energy hits record 52.5% in 2025 as gas power also rises
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UK Universal Credit reforms 2026: lower health payments, higher standard allowance and new back-to-work support
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Scottish Greens propose new private school tax to fund state education amid wider reform debate
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King Charles urged to meet Epstein survivors during U.S. visit amid anniversary of Virginia Giuffre’s death
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UK renewable energy hits record 52.5% in 2025 as gas power also rises
Britain reached a historic milestone in 2025, with renewable energy sources supplying more than half of the country’s electricity for the first time....06 April 2026Read More... -
UK Universal Credit reforms 2026: lower health payments, higher standard allowance and new back-to-work support
The UK government has launched sweeping changes to Universal Credit, aiming to reshape a welfare system long criticised for discouraging employment...06 April 2026Read More... -
UK cost of living: Starmer scraps two-child benefit cap, raises pensions and minimum wage in sweeping April 2026 reforms
Families across Britain woke up to a raft of financial changes on Monday as some of the most significant welfare and workers' rights reforms in years...06 April 2026Read More... -
UK military housing boost: new RAF Brize Norton homes lead £9bn defence housing overhaul
New homes for military families are set to become a central pillar of service life in the UK, as the Ministry of Defence (MOD) prepares to build its...05 April 2026Read More... -
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... -
UK confirms marmalade name safe: no EU rule will force “citrus marmalade” rebrand
Fears 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... -
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... -
£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...
World News
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King Charles urged to meet Epstein survivors during U.S. visit amid anniversary of Virginia Giuffre’s death
The family of Virginia Giuffre has publicly called on King Charles III to meet survivors of sexual abuse during his upcoming state visit to the United...06 April 2026Read More... -
UK trade envoy returns to Dhaka as Britain eyes deeper economic ties with Bangladesh
Baroness Winterton's third visit in under a year signals growing British ambition in South Asia's rising economy06 April 2026Read More... -
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...
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... -
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...

Culture
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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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