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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.

Europe News

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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Culture news

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.

Europe News

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?

Europe News

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.

Europe News

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".

Europe News

UK to remove 5% tax on electricity bills as Burnham's cabinet meets

The UK's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has held his first cabinet meeting, telling ministers he will set out his plans "over the coming days" and promised to reveal how his government will pay for any reductions in tax.

Europe News

Andrew and Tristan Tate to fight UK extradition over rape charges

The US-born brothers were arrested in Miami, Florida and face a total of 59 charges from the Crown Prosecution Service, including rape, assault and human trafficking.

Europe Today

Spain celebrates World Cup triumph as Burnham takes office in the UK

Two million people took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home their World Cup heroes last night. In the UK, Andy Burnham delivered his first address to the nation as Prime Minister, while in Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled a government reshuffle.

Europe News

Burnham promises to restore stability as UK enters 'new era'

Andy Burnham made a speech at Downing Street moments after being confirmed as the UK's new prime minister, speaking about support for Ukraine, ending rough sleeping and stabilising the economy.

Europe News

Watch Live: Andy Burnham takes over from Keir Starmer as British PM

Watch as outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns from the role, paving the way for Andy Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor, to take over.

Europe Today

New UK PM to keep 'moving towards closer EU ties', analyst

Tim Bale, professor of politics at Queen Mary University of London, believes the new UK prime minister, Andy Burnham, will maintain Keir Starmer's policy towards the EU while "not really making a big move on the single market or the customs union".

Europe News

Burnham to be named UK PM with policy shake-up and cabinet reshuffle

As the UK prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade, questions swirl over who will be in Andy Burnham's cabinet and what will be on his policy agenda.

Europe Today

Spain crowned World Cup champions as US strikes in Iran continue

Spain have been crowned World Cup champions for the second time in their history after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time last night. Meanwhile, the US has continued to strike Iran for the ninth consecutive night and Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister today.

World News

Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami as UK seeks extradition

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami ahead of an extradition request from the United Kingdom. British authorities accuse them of serious offences, including rape, human trafficking and sexual exploitation.