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Boat filled with migrants attempts another English Channel crossing

The journey comes a day after at least 12 people died in a failed attempt to journey across the tumultuous English Channel.

Business

English council claims Dubai businessman misused €175m investment

Thurrock Council in England said it may be forced to raise taxes and cut down on council services for years in order to recover its finances

Europe News

Zelenskyy to address the UK cabinet as Ukraine looks for more weapons

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants to finalise a weapons financing treaty with Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Ukraine looks for more arms.

Europe News

Could Europe soon see the return of military conscription?

The full-scale invasion of Ukraine has forced a reassessment of the calculus that saw shrank Europe's militaries after the Cold War.

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Economy

Pound nears one-month high following UK election results

The British Pound has strengthened against other major currencies in the past week as the landslide win of the Labour Party provides optimism toward policy stability for the country.

Europe News

British PM says he has already discussed Ukraine with world leaders

Labour's Keir Starmer will have to face problems such as boosting a sluggish economy, fixing a broken health care system, and restoring trust in the country's government.

Markets

Labour's landslide win: What does it mean for the pound and UK stocks?

The Labour Party wins UK general election, securing a landslide majority. Analysts see positive implications for UK assets and economy.

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Iranian exiles in London protest as elections take place

Iranians in London gathered Friday in front of the Iranian consulate and embassy as the country held elections to choose a successor to the late President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in May.

World News

British PM Sunak responds to election date betting accusations

The scandal surfaced after reports on Wednesday that one of Sunak's police bodyguards had been arrested for allegedly betting on the election date before it was announced.

Travel News

Where in Europe do people take the most - and least - holiday?

One generation in particular is not using up their holiday allowance.

Economy

UK diesel prices highest in Europe: retailers accused of profiteering

Forecourts operated by supermarket chains including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s are significantly contributing to this price surge.

Europe News

UK PM condemned after leaving D-Day ceremony for TV interview

The beleaguered prime minister, whose party is flailing in the polls, is trying to win back unhappy older voters on a platform of patriotism and security.

Economy

UK inflation slows less than predicted: Is a summer rate cut in doubt?

UK inflation slowed to 2.3% in April 2024, the lowest since July 2021, down from 3.2% in March, but missed the predicted drop to 2.1%. Core inflation, excluding energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco, rose by 3.9% year-on-year, above expectations.

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WATCH: Commemorative D-Day coin unveiled

The Royal Mint unveiled a commemorative 50p coin in tribute to Allied troops and veterans on Monday, ahead of the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings.

World News

Several military horses run wild in London, injuring four people

Pictures and videos of riderless horses in the centre of the British capital have been shared on social media.

World News

Council of Europe's human rights commissioner condemns Rwanda bill

Shortly after Rishi Sunak's bill finally passed through parliament, five people were reported to have died crossing the English Channel in a small boat.

Culture news

Birmingham mural to honour legacy of poet Benjamin Zephaniah

A tribute to poetry giant Benjamin Zephaniah will be unveiled on 14 April in the UK’s second city, Birmingham.

Lifestyle

British man crowned world's oldest – and his secret is fish and chips

The world’s oldest man officially claimed the title last week, and he had some surprising advice to share.

Yemen

The campaign of attacks in the Red Sea is in support of Palestinians

Yahya Saree, Yemeni Armed Forces spokesman, said in a televised statement that the operations took place ''during the last 72 hours''. He did not give further details of the attacks.

Business

Legoland owner builds in 'surge pricing' for visitors

Merlin joins in criticism of the UK government for failing to bring back a tax cut for overseas visitors, saying it makes it hard to plan big investments.