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The UK has gone a full year without importing any Russian gas - in a boost for the country’s energy security and blow to Putin’s war machine.

The inauguration of India's new parliament is facing a shadow as 19 opposition parties have announced their boycott of the ceremony, sparking a political row.
UK Sanctions Coordinator met with US, EU and Canadian counterparts to discuss continued cooperation on Myanmar sanctions efforts.
The UK and Albanian governments have agreed a ground-breaking arrangement that will see hundreds of Albanian prisoners returned to their home country in

The British Government supported the participation of Guatemala in a 10-day AgriTech Trade Mission that took place from 19-29 March. The attendees were able to visit several places in the

The Family Medical Centre, has just become the first testing centre in Solomon Islands accredited by the UK Visa and Immigration Office to conduct TB tests.

In a significant stride towards gender equality in the country's legislative body, four female lawmakers have been elected as the first deputies representing three
UK Minister for Europe Leo Docherty is making his first visit to Armenia on 22 and 23 May to further strengthen bilateral relations.
In a powerful appeal for international support, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky invoked the tragic history of Hiroshima during his visit to Japan for the G7

German authorities have initiated an investigation into the suspected poisoning of Russian opposition figures in Berlin, as reported by various media outlets.
UK News
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King visits APHA scientists leading grey squirrel conservation project
His Majesty The King visited the Animal and Plant Health Agency’s (APHA) Wildlife Team at York Biotech Campus in Sand Hutton on Tuesday 26 May to learn about pioneering work aimed atRead More... -
Pharmacists to prescribe medicines under £340m NHS high street care expansion
Patients in England will be able to access more treatments directly from local pharmacies under a new £340 million NHS funding agreement designed to reduce pressure on GPs and hospitals.Read More... -
Asda partners with Ocado to rebuild online grocery operations across UK
British supermarket giant Asda has partnered with technology group Ocado to modernize its online grocery business, marking a major step in the retailer’s effort to recover lost market share inRead More... -
Starmer pushes back against Blair’s criticism amid growing Labour pressure
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his government against criticism from former Labour leader Tony Blair, insisting his administration has made the right policy decisions to steadyRead More... -
Britain faces ‘lost generation’ as youth joblessness set to surge, report warns
Britain could face a “lost generation” of young people trapped outside work and education, according to a government-commissioned report warning that one in six young adults may becomeRead More...

Culture
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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... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More...

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