United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Johnson extends poll lead in UK election campaign

Boris Johnson says all candidates standing for the Conservatives have pledged to support his Brexit deal with the European Union.

17/11/2019

United Kingdom

Boris versus Binface: The barmy battles in Britain's 'Brexit election'

If you thought British politics couldn't get any more surreal, a glance at this list of constituency clashes should make you think again.

17/11/2019

United Kingdom

UK PM says all Conservative candidates back his Brexit deal

"I am offering a pact with the people: if you vote Conservative you can be 100 per cent sure a majority Conservative government will unblock Parliament and get Brexit done," Johnson told The Telegraph newspaper.

16/11/2019

United Kingdom

UK police assessing electoral fraud probe over Brexit Party claims

The Metropolitan Police said in a statement on Saturday that it "has received two allegations of electoral fraud and malpractice" relating to the December 12 snap election.

16/11/2019

United Kingdom

His Royal Dryness: Prince ridiculed over 'car crash' interview

The royal said he had "no recollection" of meeting Virginia Giuffre, who says she was forced to have sex with him by wealthy paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

16/11/2019

Green News

How to take plastic out of your decorations

It takes just a few small steps to make big changes, and you can try it this Christmas.

15/11/2019

United Kingdom

Police probe alleged assault in London of Hong Kong justice secretary

Police in the UK are investigating reports that Hong Kong's justice secretary Teresa Cheng was injured in an alleged assault incident in London.

15/11/2019

World

What did we learn from first week of UK election campaign?

The first full week of the UK's General Election campaign proved to be an eventful one. There was a potentially game-changing development when Nigel Farage stood down hundreds of Brexit Party candidates in Conservative-held seats.

15/11/2019

Living

Supermodel Arizona Muse shares tips for a more sustainable life

We spent an afternoon at home with British-American fashion model and sustainability advocate Arizona Muse.

15/11/2019

No Comment

Myths and legends brought to life in Edinburgh Castle light display

Myths and legends are turning Edinburgh's oldest building into a trove of dazzling lights and colours.

14/11/2019

United Kingdom

Turkey deports one British and seven German jihadists

Terror suspect arrested at London Heathrow after he arrives on flight from Turkey

14/11/2019

United Kingdom

The John Lewis Christmas advert 2019 is here

Retailer John Lewis has released its annual Christmas advert, marking the beginning of the festive season for many in the UK.

14/11/2019

United Kingdom

EU's Tusk warns post-Brexit UK will be 'second-rate player'

Britain will lose influence in international affairs and become a "second-rate player" after it leaves the bloc, EU Council president Donald Tusk said on Wednesday.

13/11/2019

United Kingdom

Legal challenge to force UK government to release Russia report

A media non-profit organisation announced on Wednesday that it has launched a legal challenge to force the British government to release a report on alleged Russian interference in the UK’s Brexit vote and British politics.

13/11/2019

No Comment

Stars promote new film 'Last Christmas' in central London

The stars and director of new film "Last Christmas" helped light up festive decorations in central London's fashionable shopping district Covent Garden on Tuesday (November 12).

13/11/2019

United Kingdom

Can Boris Johnson really strike a free trade deal with the EU in 2020?

The prime minister has ruled out extending a post-Brexit transition period beyond December 2020.

13/11/2019

United Kingdom

Brexit donor Banks likens Nigel Farage to casino gambler

Banks told Reuters that he thinks Farage will also stand down candidates in Labour marginals to avoid splitting the Brexit vote.

12/11/2019

Spotlight

The WTM: giving us a taste of travel experiences to be discovered

Thousands from the travel and tourism sectors are promoting all sorts of holiday destinations - ranging from capital cities to exotic islands, at the World Travel Market in London.

12/11/2019

Living

36 artists join forces to celebrate the sea

The artists have presented a collection inspired by the deep blue in London.

12/11/2019

Living

Model Emma Breschi opts for second-hand clothes at #LoveNotLandfill

We spoke to model Emma Breschi about her curated collection at the pre-loved event in London.

12/11/2019

United Kingdom

British political parties hit by wave of cyberattacks

Labour was hit first, then came under a second digital bombardment, followed by a third attack on the website of the Conservative Party.

12/11/2019

Living

Review | Claire Foy and Matt Smith star in eco-anxiety masterpiece

Laugh-out-loud funny and simultaneously morbid. 'Lungs' is at The Old Vic theatre in London.

12/11/2019

Living

Is a celebration of singletons just an excuse for more shopping?

Two celebrations of singledom are gaining pace, but they might just be an excuse to sell more stuff.

11/11/2019

Spotlight

Find out what’s hot in tourism at London's 40th World Travel Market

Responsible tourism, adventure travel and reinventing luxury are just some of the highlights of the 40th edition of London's World Travel Market

11/11/2019

United Kingdom

British Steel secures sales contract with China's Jingye Group

British Steel announced that China's Jingye Group had entered into a sale contract to the company.

11/11/2019

United Kingdom

Boost for Johnson as Farage says Brexit Party won't fight Tory seats

Nigel Farage said his Brexit Party won't contest seats held by Boris Johnson's Conservatives in order to prevent a hung or pro-Remain parliament.

11/11/2019