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UK anti-terror referrals surge over 'extreme right-wing' ideology

According to the Home Office, a Prevent referral is made to police "when there are concerns that a person may be susceptible to radicalisation or could be at risk of becoming involved in or supporting terrorism."

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Millions of Brits get a taste for ‘foodie staycations’ this summer

According to new research, 25.2 million British adults will enjoy a staycation over the summer months, a 40% increase from 2025, with food tourism playing a key role in holiday planning.

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Woman, 47, charged after four men stabbed in London's Covent Garden

In a statement, London's Metropolitan Police said it was currently "believed to be a mental health related incident."

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More than 170 migrants rescued after Channel boat catches fire

France's Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has highlighted a sharp fall in successful Channel crossings since the start of the year.

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Two UK universities merge to form country's first ‘super-university’

The merger comes amid mounting economic pressures facing British universities, including some of the most highly regarded higher education institutions in the world.

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Hard-right Reform UK party vows to use navy to stop small boats

Britain and France signed a new three-year deal in April to stop irregular migrants making the risky Channel journeys, with London paying Paris up to €766 million in return for boosted law enforcement of the issue.

Business

How Europeans are struggling to balance work and personal time

One in five EU workers say that they are contacted for work reasons beyond normal working hours many times a month, contributing significantly to always-on culture and adding considerable stress.

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Afghan arrested over murder of Briton found in suitcase in Greece

Greek police have arrested and charged a 26-year-old Afghan national with the murder of a 38-year-old British woman whose body was found stuffed in a suitcase in Athens in July.

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Rupert Lowe offers alliance with Farage to unite Britain's hard right

The Restore Britain leader outlined five points that he said the pair would have to agree on to be able to find a "common way forward" and defeat the left wing.

Ecotech

‘Missed opportunity’: How solar car parks could cut electricity bills

Solar car parks are popping up across Europe, but not every country seems to think they’re a smart investment.

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Cyprus: 44-year-old accused of spying on British base for Iran

The man, a dual British and Azerbaijani national, is being held in Cyprus while extradition proceedings are underway. It is the first British investigation abroad under the National Security Act.

Culture news

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.

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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."

Culture news

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.

Culture news

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.