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Stoned alone: English Heritage raffles solitary trip at Stonehenge

English Heritage has launched a unique competition to satisfy the dreams of people seeking to spend a moment of quiet calm alone within the iconic circle at Stonehenge, one of Britain's most emblematic monuments.

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Massive land art urges UK PM Andy Burnham to restore aid

A campaign calling on the UK to restore humanitarian aid has been launched with a striking land art portrait of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham in northern England.

United Kingdom

UK announces £8 billion investment in nuclear submarines

UK defence contractor BAE Systems has been tasked with delivering four Dreadnought Class nuclear-powered submarines as part of Britain's nuclear deterrent.

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Search called off for GB surfer who disappeared off coast of Portugal

In a post on Instagram, GB Surfing paid tribute to Strong, calling him a "fantastic teammate" and "respected competitor."

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Fire crews tackle blaze close to major nuclear power sites in UK

A spokesperson for energy company EDF told Euronews that the fire "is not currently affecting operations at Sizewell B power station" but that the company was "continuing to monitor the situation."

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Paul McCartney becomes first-time Mercury Prize nominee

Established in 1992, the prestigious award honours the best album released by a British or Irish artist each year. For the 2026 nominees, RAYE, Nia Archives and Florence + The Machine will face off, while music legend Paul McCartney bags his first ever nomination at the tender age of 84.

Economy

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite inflation risks

Although UK inflation fell in June, the Bank of England held interest rates steady as renewed conflict in the Middle East and volatile energy prices clouded the outlook.

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Amy Winehouse’s father ordered to pay nearly £1million to her friends

Mitch Winehouse "knowingly and deliberately" made unfounded allegations against two of Amy Winehouse's friends, according to the judge.

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France migrants board overloaded boat for UK Channel crossing

Migrants including families with children board an overloaded boat in Gravelines, northern France, attempting to cross the English Channel to the UK.

USA

Zelenskyy and Trump hold White House talks on war in Ukraine

Since returning to office early last year, Trump has halted direct US arms deliveries to Kyiv in favour of a programme allowing European countries to buy weapons for Ukraine.

Destinations

London's hidden gems: The underrated landmarks you need to see

London’s most underrated landmark has been revealed, giving visitors the chance to escape the crowds at a quaint green space that once featured in a film starring Jude Law.

Earth News

One of Europe's rarest amphibians returns to the wild in Spain

Critically endangered Montseny brook newts have been released into the wild in Catalonia as part of an international conservation effort.

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UK funeral director faces jail in body storage scandal

The 48-year-old undertaker previously pleaded guilty to 67 offences spanning 12 years and affecting hundreds of victims.

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Bill Oddie, famed British comedian and wildlife activist, dies aged 85

Oddie shot to fame in the 1970s as one of the British comedy trio The Goodies, and is fondly remembered for presenting several wildlife TV programmes.

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New UK PM Burnham to host Zelenskyy as first international visitor

During his meeting with Zelenskyy, Burnham will announce that the UK is sharing the intellectual property of its "Stone Cloak" electronic jammers, which can be used to interfere with Russian air defence systems.

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Hundreds dressed in red recreate Kate Bush’s Wuthering Heights dance

Hundreds dressed in red recreate Kate Bush's 'Wuthering Heights' dance at Folkestone Harbour Arm during a global celebration event.

Brussels, My Love?

Podcast | Brussels eyes political reshuffles in London and Budapest

In a week of political upheaval in Europe, Hungary got rid of its president and the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade entered office. What does this mean for Brussels?

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Man jailed for life over terror plot targeting UK military academy

Bashir left the UK two days after the synagogue attack and was arrested at Manchester Airport in November 2025 when he returned from a family wedding in Pakistan.

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Former UK water company CEO charged over alleged water test fraud

Under UK law, intentionally altering wastewater flows during regulatory sampling is a criminal offence. If convicted, Wright faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.

Economy

New UK PM touts 'cost of living government' with tax cut and £2 buses

Andy Burnham has used his first days in Downing Street to scrap the 5% VAT charged on household electricity bills and cap single bus fares in England at £2, telling his new cabinet that Britain now has a "cost of living government".