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Russia 'was responsible' for murder of ex-spy Alexander Litvinenko

Litvinenko died in 2006 after being poisoned with Polonium-210, a highly radioactive substance.

United Kingdom

Four men charged for shouting anti-Semitic abuse in London convoy

The incident took place in May during pro-Palestine protests in cities across the UK and Ireland.

Australia

Australia has no regrets over submarine contract

The Australian PM says he has no regrets over cancelling a submarine contract with France in favour of a new deal with the United States as AUKUS row deepens

USA

US attempts to curb French and EU backlash over Indo-Pacific pact

Although it's impossible to predict if any damage will be lasting, the row seems to have rekindled European suspicions of American intentions.

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Two men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee

Lyra McKee was fatally shot on April 18, 2019, during riots and clashes with police in the Catholic area of Creggan

France

M&S to close over half of French stores due to Brexit supply problems

The UK retail chain cites "lengthy and complex export procedures" post-Brexit for its decision to close 11 of its 20 French sites.

World News

'Stab in the back': France blasts new US-UK-Australia security pact

The 'AUKUS' pact aimed at countering China's influence in the region will see Australia scrap its Attack Class Submarine Programme with France in favour of a deal with the UK.

Travel News

After sexual harassment reports, people want quarantine hotels banned

As complaints amass against the UK’s quarantine hotels, a law firm has taken legal action to stop them for vaccinated travellers.

United Kingdom

Chinese ambassador to UK barred from Parliament

The Chinese ambassador was due to attend a reception in the House of Commons organised by a cross-party parliamentary group on China.

Travel News

100k jobs lost in UK travel sector due to 'complicated' restrictions

The British government's travel restrictions have "choked off" this summer's travel trade and now jobs are being cut as a result, according to an industry body.

United Kingdom

UK delays border checks on EU goods again, citing supply chain issues

The government says the "revised timetable will give businesses more time to adjust to new processes". Its critics argue post-Brexit red tape issues need resolving.

United Kingdom

UK approves single COVID vaccine dose for children aged 12 to 15

Johnson is expected to say that mask-wearing, work-from-home advice and social distancing rules that were lifted in July could return if cases climb further.

United Kingdom

UK terminates COVID-19 vaccine contract with Valneva

Britain has ordered 100 million doses of Valneva's vaccine candidate, VLA2001, and had an option to secure an additional 90 million doses.

Health news

UK ditches plans for vaccine passports amid backlash

Health Secretary Sajid Javid says the government has shelved the idea of vaccine passports for now amid growing opposition from Conservative lawmakers.

United Kingdom

Britain savours a new sporting star in tennis champion Raducanu

18-year-old Emma Raducanu was being hailed on Sunday as the new queen of British sport after winning the US Open as a qualifier.

United Kingdom

Prince Andrew reportedly served with papers in sexual assault case

Prince Andrew has reportedly been formally served with legal papers relating to a sexual assault case against him in the US, according to the accuser's legal team. But the Duke of York's lawyers have denied the claims.

France

France warns UK over plans to push back migrants in English Channel

The number of migrants successfully reaching the UK after crossing the Channel has soared in recent years.

Work

UK employers face worst shortage of job candidates on record

British employers are facing the most severe shortage of job candidates on record due to the post-lockdown surge in the economy and Brexit, a survey has shown.

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Groups of migrants rescued off UK port of Dover

Several groups of migrants were rescued off the coast of Kent in recent days.

Money

Did Kim Kardashian 'scam' her Instagram followers with crypto advert?

The UK's financial watchdog slammed the celebrity over a paid Instagram post advertising a cryptocurrency whose value has since cratered.

The United Kingdom, known for its historic monarchy and cultural influence, continues to navigate the post-Brexit era, reshaping its political and economic landscape. Follow key developments in government policy, trade relations, and social change as the UK defines its future outside the EU.