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China has fired back at President Donald Trump's latest tariff measures with a stark warning, declaring that Beijing is prepared for a full-scale trade war—or any other type of conflict.

The United Kingdom and Vietnam have reinforced their commitment to tackling irregular migration by signing a joint communiqué during the third annual UK-Vietnam Migration Dialogue in
U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly suspended military aid to Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the war with Russia was "very, very far from over," a comment that
Former Polish president and iconic Solidarity leader Lech Walesa has joined 39 former political prisoners in denouncing former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent confrontation with Ukrainian

The mayor of Ambleteuse, Stéphane Pinto, has called on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to visit northern France to witness firsthand the impact of small boat crossings.
Microsoft has confirmed that Skype, the once-dominant video-calling service, will be shutting down in May. The platform, which revolutionized online communication by enabling free
The UK is reinforcing its commitment to Ukraine’s defence with a £2.26 billion loan, set to be repaid using profits from sanctioned Russian sovereign assets. The agreement will be formally

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called for an urgent transatlantic summit to address the ongoing war in Ukraine and broader global challenges. Her proposal follows a tense encounter

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on Donald Trump to take a firmer stance in supporting Ukraine as he arrived in the UK for discussions with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will convene a high-profile meeting on Sunday with leaders from Italy, Germany, Poland, and other key allies—potentially including Ukrainian President
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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