United Kingdom

Economy

UK inflation hits 3.3% as Iran war drives energy costs higher

British consumer prices rose at a faster pace in March, reaching 3.3% as the ongoing Iran war sent fuel prices soaring. The data has forced markets to reassess expectations for the Bank of England, with a previously anticipated interest rate cut next week now looking very unlikely.

22/04/2026

Europe News

UK PM Starmer admits Mandelson envoy appointment was a mistake

UK police are investigating allegations of misconduct in office by Mandelson, 72, when he was a Labour minister more than 15 years ago. He was arrested and released in February.

20/04/2026

United Kingdom

Three charged over arson attempt on Persian-language TV channel in UK

Iran International is one of several Persian‑language outlets critical of Iran's clerical leadership operating from abroad.

17/04/2026

wellbeing

Brits turn to saunas amid stress, but do they work?

As Finnish tradition is expanding rapidly, the UK is projected to lead Europe in sauna market revenue by 2033, data suggests.

16/04/2026

United Kingdom

BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years to save money

The BBC is funded by the public paying for a licence to view or listen to content and the corporation says 94% of UK adults use its services every month.

15/04/2026

Earth News

UK households could be paid to turn on washing machines on sunny days

Europe’s grids are struggling to keep up with renewables. Is giving away free energy the answer?

15/04/2026

Residences

New luxury Scottish retreat to open near the UK’s most remote village

Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, found in the Knoydart Peninsula, will open in June 2026 with five cottages and a spa.

14/04/2026

The Cube

No, the EU hasn't set up a UK harmonisation office in Brussels

It's true that the UK is seeking closer ties with the EU, almost 10 years after the Brexit referendum, but certain claims about how they intend to realign are false.

13/04/2026

Nature

How many birds die from wind turbines? Surprising findings

Critics say wind turbines endanger birds but two new studies have now analysed the risk in more detail. What they have found could change the debate.

11/04/2026

Culture news

Bafta apologises over N-word incident after independent review

The review found no malicious intent but identified clear structural failures. It comes days after the BBC also admitted its broadcast of the slur breached its own editorial standards.

10/04/2026

Lifestyle

Palace parade: Britain celebrates Queen Elizabeth II's fashion sense

'Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' is a new exhibition at The King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace celebrating the late queen's sense of style and mark the centenary of her birth.

09/04/2026

United Kingdom

UK and Norway foil Russian submarine plot to survey undersea cables

Britain and Norway announced new joint naval patrols aimed at protecting undersea cables from Russia in December, with a fleet of at least 13 warships protecting critical infrastructure in the North Atlantic.

09/04/2026

No Comment

Camel calf Sophia born at Whipsnade Zoo, boosting conservation focus

New Bactrian camel calf Sophia, named after Sophia Raffles, joins the herd at Whipsnade Zoo as it celebrates 200 years and highlights vital camel conservation.

08/04/2026

Travel News

Cabin calling: Should in-flight phone calls be allowed?

British Airways follows major carriers by partnering with Starlink to keep passengers connected in the air, including allowing voice and video calls. But the move is far from straightforward, with worries over cabin noise and ongoing US restrictions on in-flight calls.

08/04/2026

Ecotech

‘Become a gift, rather than a burden’ when you die: Compost your body

Is rebirth on your mind this Easter? Human composting turns your body into ‘beautiful, stunning’ soil when you die.

05/04/2026

Travel News

Love fish and chips? This UK train is serving up a classic journey

Apart from nostalgic chippy teas and ice cream, this train also serves other classic favourites like brunch, cream teas and sausage and mash dinners.

01/04/2026

United Kingdom

Syria's interim president discusses Iran war with British PM in London

Ahmed al-Sharaa has managed to build relations with Western governments and made several overseas trips, including to the United States, France and Germany.

31/03/2026

No Comment

Cadbury unveils giant 55kg ‘Mega Mini Egg’ ahead of Easter

A 55kg Mega Mini Egg at Cadbury World wows Easter visitors, as rising cocoa costs drive chocolate prices sharply higher across the industry.

30/03/2026

United Kingdom

At least seven injured after car rammed into crown in Derby

Police said they have arrested a 30-year-old male suspect, the driver of a black Suzuki Swift that rammed into pedestrians.

29/03/2026

Art

New London show examines ageing, inequality and everyday life

The Wellcome Collection exhibition in London explores ageing across life, using art, culture and scientific research to show how inequality shapes who gets to grow old well.

27/03/2026

United Kingdom

UK police say they will reopen Andrew Tate rape probe

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which brings criminal cases in England and Wales, did not charge the social media figure following the initial police investigation in 2019.

26/03/2026

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Watch: Sarah Mullally becomes first woman to lead the Church of England

Sarah Mullally was installed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury on 25 March 2026, marking a historic shift for the Church of England in its 1,400-year history amid ongoing internal divisions.

26/03/2026

Culture news

Sarah Mullally makes history as first woman to lead Church of England

She worked in the UK’s state-run National Health Service for more than three decades, rising to become its chief nursing officer for England in 1999.

25/03/2026

Europe News

UK police arrest two men over arson on Jewish charity ambulances

The blaze early on Monday morning in Golders Green, a London neighbourhood with a large Jewish community, consumed four ambulances belonging to the volunteer organisation Hatzola Northwest.

25/03/2026

Culture news

Musical hit: ‘Trainspotting’ musical opening in London this summer

30 years on from the film that changed everything comes "the ultimate anti-musical." 'Trainspotting', one of the most iconic British films of all time, is now getting the musical treatment...

24/03/2026

Travel News

Flying with this low-cost carrier is about to get more comfortable

EasyJet’s new Kestrel economy seats are ‘pre-reclined’, meaning you get extra knee and shin clearance without having to change the seat pitch.

24/03/2026