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United Kingdom

UK PM holds emergency meeting to end far-right violence across Britain

The meeting follows after Prime Minister Keir Starmer slammed the "far-right thuggery" gripping certain parts of the country after an attack at a dance class that killed three girls.

04/08/2024

Europe News

At least 100 arrested after violent clashes across the UK

The latest outbreaks of violence come a day after protesters in Sunderland in northeast England tossed beer barrels and rocks at police officers.

03/08/2024

wellbeing

Teens’ problematic smartphone use linked to mental health issues

Two new studies found that problematic smartphone use in teens is linked to anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

03/08/2024

Health news

English GPs limiting services could cause healthcare delays - experts

General practitioners’ (GPs) move to limit daily visits could add pressure to other medical services, but the full impact isn’t yet clear because GPs will individually decide what to do.

03/08/2024

Culture news

Predicting Edinburgh Fringe's most controversial 2024 shows

Every year, a few shows set the headlines alight at the Edinburgh Fringe. Here's our pick of the 2024 shows which look like they could cause a stir...

02/08/2024

Business

Strong oil and gas prices boost Shell as share buyout planned

Europe's biggest oil and gas producer, Shell, reported the second-quarter earnings that surpassed market expectations. The company announced it would buy back an additional $3.5bn (€3.2bn) in shares over the next three months.

02/08/2024

Health news

English GPs to stage collective action, including limiting services

General practitioners (GPs) in England voted to carry out collective action starting immediately over a funding dispute.

01/08/2024

Economy

BoE cuts interest rates in first drop in four years as inflation falls

The Bank of England cut interest rates by 0.25% to 5% with a narrow 5-4 vote, as inflation met the 2% target. This decision caused the British pound to weaken and led to a slight rebound in UK equities.

01/08/2024

Culture news

Booker Prize longlist: Several European authors make the cut

The 2024 Booker Prize longlist marks two firsts: a Dutch writer and a Native American author are among the nominees.

01/08/2024

No Comment

WATCH: Anger and misinformation fuel clashes near Downing Street

Violence erupted near British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's residence in London as hundreds of protesters clashed with police following the killing of three girls in Southport.

01/08/2024

Business

Arm shares take a tumble on disappointing hints of flat growth ahead

Arm reported earnings for the June quarter that well surpassed market expectations. However, the firm provided flat guidance for the fiscal year 2025, which caused a sharp sell-off in its shares in after-hours trading.

01/08/2024

Culture news

Edinburgh Fringe 2024 Preview: How to get around and what to see

The world’s largest performance arts festival returns to Edinburgh in August with one of its most enticing line-ups in years. As a a key platform for European talent spotting, the programme for the Fringe is famous for its eclectic mix of stand-up comedy and theatre.

31/07/2024

Culture news

Gen Z continues to turn off traditional TV Ofcom study reveals

Under half of Gen Z regularly watches broadcast TV, a new survey by the UK’s broadcast regulator says.

31/07/2024

No Comment

Clashes erupt in Southport after three children killed

Police officers have been injured in the disorder after a group of men believed to belong to a far-right group in the aftermath of a deadly stabbing attack.

31/07/2024

Business

BP boosts dividend and shifts focus towards higher shareholder returns

New boss Murray Auchincloss, who took the helm in January, has shifted the company's focus towards high growth and increased returns to shareholders amid weakened profit margins.

31/07/2024

United Kingdom

UK: Police clash with violent crowd after attack that killed 3 girls

Far-right protesters threw bricks at police officers, set vehicles on fire and attacked a mosque in the northwestern town of Southport after the attack which took place following a Taylor Swift-themed event.

31/07/2024

Europe News

Belfast at risk of dropping out as Euro 2028 host amid funding woes

The Ulster Gaelic Athletic Association chief remains confident the stadium will be built in time for the 2028 UEFA European Football Championship, despite the UK chancellor's plans to axe infrastructure funding.

30/07/2024

No Comment

WATCH: UK pays tribute to dance class stabbing victims

Home Secretary Yvetter Cooper on Tuesday laid flowers at a memorial for the victims of a dance class knife attack in Southport.

30/07/2024

Tech News

Google-parent Alphabet and AI firm Anthropic under UK investigation

This is not the first investigation from a competition authority into Big Tech’s investment in an AI company.

30/07/2024

Art

Long-lost King Henry VIII portrait spotted in social media post

While scrolling through X, an art historian noticed something intriguingly regal in the background of a photo...

30/07/2024

Culture news

Taylor Swift 'completely in shock' over Southport stabbings

Singer Taylor Swift says she is "completely in shock" after the death of three children attending a dance class inspired by her music in Southport, UK. Nine other people were wounded and six remain in critical condition.

30/07/2024

Culture news

Bird mess: London Museum’s new pigeon logo proves unpopular

The museum says it asked 500 Londoners and tourists to share their thoughts on the logo in focus groups, workshops and surveys.

30/07/2024

United Kingdom

Three children dead and 10 people injured in UK stabbing attack

The children were attending a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport near Liverpool at the time of the incident.

30/07/2024

Health news

UK ban on puberty blockers upheld by High Court

The emergency restrictions came into effect in June.

29/07/2024

Living

Why you should prepare for climate disasters with your neighbours

Unsure what you can do about the climate crisis? Community action is key, says the Climate Majority Project.

28/07/2024

Design

A tribute to Kenneth Grange, Britain's best kept secret designer

British industrial designer Sir Kenneth Grange died this week aged 95. In tribute to his remarkable career and impact on our everyday lives, Euronews Culture lifts the lid on the leader of a revolution and the man Apple design guru Sir Jonathan Ive calls his hero.

28/07/2024