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Israel's PM Netanyahu accuses Macron and Starmer of siding with Hamas

Earlier this week, the three leaders issued a joint statement condemning what they said was Israel's "egregious" military actions in Gaza and warning that they would take "concrete actions" if Netanyahu didn’t change course.

Culture news

Ivor Novello Awards 2025: Charli XCX, U2 and Robbie Williams win big

Charli XCX, Robbie Williams, rapper Berwyn and U2 triumphed at the Ivors, Britain's annual awards for songwriters and screen composers. Irish rockers U2 became the first Irish act to win a fellowship.

Culture news

Member of Irish rap trio Kneecap charged with a terror offense in UK

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh - who performs under the stage name Mo Chara - will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court next month, the Metropolitan Police says.

Culture news

Gorillaz to celebrate 25th anniversary with new immersive exhibition

“Somewhere between order and chaos...” Celebrated British virtual band Gorillaz are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year with four special live dates and a new immersive exhibition in London, titled House Of Kong.

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Moments

How to walk the stunning filming locations of The Salt Path

The path takes hikers to some of the south coast’s wildest spots with views of rugged rock formations and sweeping stretches of sea.

Travel News

It could soon be easier for UK travellers to bring pets into the EU

Before Brexit, UK residents enjoyed straightforward travel with their pets involving minimal paperwork.

Business

How Saudi Arabia is building investment ties with the US and Europe

Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key Middle Eastern player in the last few years and is now attracting billions worth of investments from both the US and Europe.

United Kingdom

UK jails smuggler for 25 years over arranging migrant boats to Europe

UK-based Egyptian national Ahmed Ebid helped smuggle nearly 3,800 people from north Africa to Italy as part of a lucrative criminal network.

Economy

UK faces higher fruit and vegetable prices for non-EU goods

Exotic fruits such as pineapples, avocados and mangoes could become more expensive for UK shoppers, along with more common items such as tomatoes.

Business

Farmers set to see lower trading costs from closer EU-UK ties

The EU and the UK remain each other’s most important trading partners for agri-food products, despite frictions linked to Brexit. A reduction of red tape could help farmers and other traders on both sides of the Channel, although businesses are waiting for details.

United Kingdom

Third man charged over fires at homes linked to UK PM Keir Starmer

Police have charged 34-year-old Ukrainian national Petro Pochynok with arson with intent to endanger life over the series of fires in London.

Travel News

When will Brits be allowed to use e-gates at European airports?

The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control."

Europe News

EU and UK reach fishing and defence deals hours before first summit

Talks between the two sides went down to the wire as the EU stuck to its stance that nothing is agreed until everything is agreed and Prime Minister Starmer faces political headwinds at home.

Europe News

Can the EU and UK turn the tide after years of bad blood?

The first official EU-UK talks since Brexit are set to take place in London today. How momentous is this meeting, and can the two parties recalibrate relations?

Europe News

EU and UK chase deal amid wrangling over closer ties

In a first since Brexit, the EU and UK are meeting to forge closer ties. However, will disagreement on the others' demands dash hopes of Starmer’s desired Brexit reset?

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Puffin count begins as Farne Islands celebrate 100 years of protection

A puffin census is underway as the National Trust marks a century of safeguarding the Farne Islands, a remote seabird sanctuary off England’s northeast coast.

Europe News

German, UK defence ministers discuss support for Ukraine in Berlin

The European Union military chief announced that the bloc plans to double its heavy calibre ammunition delivery to Ukraine this year to better equip Kyiv in its fight against Moscow.

United Kingdom

Starmer: UK to send rejected asylum seekers to 'return hubs' abroad

During his first official visit to Albania on Thursday, the British prime minister said the UK was in talks to set up "return hubs" with "a number of countries".

United Kingdom

UK to allow foreign states to own 15% stake in British newspapers

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the move would allow media outlets to seek investment while limiting the risk of outside influence.

Culture news

Magna Carta 'copy' bought for 'peanuts' revealed to be genuine

A manuscript once considered an unofficial copy of Magna Carta is now believed to be a genuine version and ''one of the world's most valuable documents'', according to two UK academics. It remained tucked away in Harvard Law School library for years, its true identity and value unknown until now.

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.