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Alexander Lukashenko told a U.S. envoy representing Donald Trump on Thursday that he was open to striking a deal on the release of prisoners, according to Belarusian state media.
The UK-led International Fund for Ukraine has now secured over £2 billion in military support, delivering thousands of drones, missiles, air defence systems, and radars to help Ukraine defend

For the first time since 2018, the UK and China are sitting down for formal trade talks, with the government promising that this step will bring real benefits for businesses, workers, and the
France is bracing for yet another political reset. President Emmanuel Macron will need to appoint a new prime minister in the coming days after lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to oust

Business Secretary Peter Kyle is flying to Washington on Sunday for his first official trip since taking office. The visit aims to push forward the UK–US Tech Partnership and strengthen ties ahead
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced on Sunday that he will step down, ending a rocky year in office marked by sharp election setbacks and growing frustration over
Poland has quietly climbed into the top 10 destinations for British migrants, with the number of UK citizens living there more than quadrupling over the past decade, according to new UN data

Nigel Farage has called on US politicians and businesses to push back against Britain’s approach to free speech, even comparing the UK to North Korea.

Ireland has just experienced its hottest summer since temperature records began more than 120 years ago.

The UK’s Special Representative for Nature, Ruth Davis, visited the Philippines this week to strengthen cooperation on climate, oceans, and biodiversity—while also launching a new fund to
UK News
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Burnham government to keep pro-growth financial reforms for city, source says
Britain's new government under Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to maintain the previous administration's pro-growth agenda for the financial services sector, signalling continuity inRead More... -
UK army to replace ageing Watchkeeper fleet with £400m spy drone programme
British soldiers are set to receive a new generation of surveillance drones under a government investment worth up to £400 million, aimed at strengthening battlefield intelligence whileRead More... -
UK extends tariffs on Chinese bicycle imports until 2029
The UK will keep anti-dumping duties on bicycles and certain bicycle parts imported from China until August 2029, after a review concluded that removing the measures would likely lead toRead More... -
Police admit ‘missed chance’ to prevent Manchester synagogue attack as accomplice jailed
British police have apologised for failing to examine evidence that could potentially have helped prevent last year’s deadly attack on a Manchester synagogue, as an associate of theRead More... -
Portishead rail link set to return after six decades with new stations and faster Bristol journeys
Work has begun on restoring passenger rail services between Portishead and Bristol, reopening a railway connection that has been closed to travellers for more than 60 years.Read More...

Culture
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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... -
£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...

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