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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday called for an immediate end to what he described as U.S. and Israeli aggression, saying a ceasefire is essential to de-escalate tensions and

The escalating confrontation between Israel and Iran showed no signs of slowing on Friday, as both nations launched fresh strikes in a rapidly deepening crisis that is reverberating across the
Business confidence between the UK and Taiwan has reached a record high, with companies on both sides increasingly eyeing collaboration in artificial intelligence and renewable energy,
The European Union would welcome the United Kingdom “with open arms” if it chose to rejoin the bloc’s single market, according to Jean-Noel Barrot, France’s foreign minister. His remarks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to hold high-level talks in London with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday, in a meeting expected to significantly deepen military and
The United Kingdom and Ukraine are set to unveil a major new defence partnership aimed at countering the rapid spread of low-cost, high-tech weapons—particularly drones—marking a

Germany has expressed skepticism about a potential expansion of the European Union's naval mission, Operation Aspides, into the strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz, citing concerns over
Donald Trump has warned that the future of the NATO could be at risk if allied countries refuse to assist in protecting the strategic Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most vital oil transit
Russia’s largest gold mining company, Polyus, reported a solid financial performance for 2025, posting a 12% increase in pretax profit to reach $6.3 billion.

The United Kingdom has pledged more than £5 million (about $6.6 million) in emergency assistance to support humanitarian efforts in Lebanon, as rising tensions in the region place increasing
UK News
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Knife robberies fall 21% as targeted policing and government action deliver results
Knife robberies have dropped by more than a fifth across England’s highest-volume areas, according to new Home Office figures, marking a significant turning point in efforts to tackle violentRead More... -
UK launches global coalition to combat violence against women and girls
The UK has launched a new international coalition aimed at tackling violence against women and girls, with eight countries joining an initiative led by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.Read More... -
Deutsche Bank London unit fined for breaching UK Russia sanctions
Deutsche Bank’s London branch has been fined £165,000 ($221,084) by the UK sanctions watchdog after breaching Britain’s Russia sanctions regime in 2022.Read More... -
Companies House unveils reform agenda to strengthen trust in UK corporate register
Companies House has outlined an ambitious set of priorities for the 2026–2027 financial year, signalling a major phase in its transformation into a more robust guardian of UK corporate dataRead More... -
£16m funding boost moves Leeds South Village closer to reality
A major regeneration scheme set to deliver nearly 2,000 homes in Leeds has moved a significant step closer after securing £16 million in government funding.Read More...

Culture
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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... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More...

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