United Kingdom

United Kingdom

London Zoo to reopen after fire that killed animals

An aardvark died and four meerkats are missing, feared dead, after Saturday's fire at the popular tourist destination.

24/12/2017

United Kingdom

Christmas tradition celebrates its 99th year

In the UK, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols was first introduced at King's College, Cambridge in 1918. The service has been captivating people around the world ever since, and millions will tune in to hear it on Christmas Eve.

24/12/2017

United Kingdom

Mars bars, gloves and the word of God - all you need for a night in Gl

The Street Pastors are a group of Christian volunteers who walk Scotland's streets doling out support to the needy, hungry, and drunk.

23/12/2017

United Kingdom

London Zoo to reopen after fire that killed animals

An aardvark died and four meerkats are missing, feared dead, after Saturday's fire at the popular tourist destination.

23/12/2017

United Kingdom

‘Fake news!’ ‘PR stunt!’ UK blue passport plans trigger emotive row

Accusations fly between government and critics over plans to change the colour of UK passports after Brexit to boost ‘national identity’.

22/12/2017

Cult

"Hamilton" transfers from Broadway to London

"Hamilton" received a rapturous reception from a star-studded, 1,500-strong audience at the show's official opening night in London on Thursday

22/12/2017

Cult

Chill out to the cool tunes of Terje Isungset

Norway's foremost ice percussionist and musician makes music with ice instruments, an approach that sees him and singing partner Maria Skranes play dozens of concerts every year.

21/12/2017

United Kingdom

Damian Green resigns from UK government

The First Secretary of State Damian Green has resigned from the UK government amid pornography scandal

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

EU:UK Brexit deadline flip-flop

The European Union has now come out saying it wants the transition period after Brexit to end no later than the last day of 2020, while the UK say that are willing to be more flexible

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

Vending machines for homeless in the UK

Through a partnership with supermarkets and shops, Action Hunger will offer products including food, toiletries and books, in the machines which will be available to homeless people 24 hours a day.

20/12/2017

Economy

IMF says its pre-Brexit gloomy forecast is proving to be true

Britain’s economy is already suffering from its vote to leave the European Union according to International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

This hotel turns you into a movie star

Being a guest at Victory House in London has its advantages.

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

Selfieccino debutes in London cafe

A cafe in London is taking barista art to a new level by giving customers the chance to sip on their own self-portraits.

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

UK vows to push for ‘bespoke’ Brexit deal despite Barnier refusal

Theresa May’s full cabinet has held its first discussion on the future relationship the UK should seek with the EU after Brexit.

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Deadly painkiller drug fentanyl has ‘growing market in Europe’

The drug, used to treat cancer pain, is being increasingly used recreationally and is blamed for a rise in overdose deaths in Europe.

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Russian media tweet investigation

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

UK told British bankers will not have special relationship with EU

The European Union's chief negotiator says it is inevitable that British financial institutions will lose the passports that allow them to trade freely within the bloc.

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Royal Navy's pride & joy springs leak on sea trials

Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier, the largest-ever British-built warship, only commissioned by HM The Queen a month ago.

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Why we'll miss you: Remainers sent Brexit apologies to Europe

An anti-Brexit campaigner has collected scores of letters from Europhile Britons to their European counterparts

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Meet the men who love roundabouts, postboxes and collecting bricks

A celebration of the dull man: he doesn't need a big house or a flash car. No, what he likes is to ride on escalators; to go on day trips to roundabouts; and to collect milk bottles.

19/12/2017

United Kingdom

Shots fired as man tries to force his way into US air base in England

The base in Suffolk was put in 'lockdown'.

18/12/2017

United Kingdom

A helping hand for ten-year-old Cameron

Thanks to a crowdfunding campaign, ten-year-old Cameron Millar will be fitted with a new, 3D-printed prosthetic hand.

18/12/2017

United Kingdom

A royal master class in interviewing techniques

Prince Harry has taken on the role of radio presenter and tries to put a chatty Barack Obama at ease before an interview

17/12/2017

United Kingdom

Six dead after multi-vehicle crash in England

Ambulance crews said the smash, which involved five cars and a taxi, was an extremely distressing scene.

17/12/2017

United Kingdom

Watch: Drunk travellers fall on to rail tracks

A surge in alcohol-related incidents during the festive period has caused the Network Rail to release a shocking video as a warning.

16/12/2017

United Kingdom

How young is too young for alcohol?

A recent study in the UK found that one in six parents let their children drink alcohol at the age of 14 despite health-based guidance suggesting that it should not be introduced before 15.

16/12/2017