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UK: Tommy Robinson’s Oxford Union debate sparks protests and free speech backlash

Tommy Robinson’s appearance at the Oxford Union prompts large protests and reignites the UK debate over free expression and platforms for extremists.

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UK minister ‘very confident’ of triple EU reset deal at July summit

Nick Thomas-Symonds tells Euronews he’s “very confident” London and Brussels will close new pacts on agri-food exports, electricity and youth mobility when they convene for a summit in July, as domestic pressure mounts on his government.

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Social media is now the world’s leading source of news, study says

Fifty-four percent of people said they used social media as a news source at least once a week compared to the 51% using traditional media, like TV, radio or news websites.

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Russia says yacht on 'dangerous approach' in Channel prompted shots

The incident comes two days after armed British forces boarded and detained a sanctioned tanker in the Channel that is suspected of being part of Russia’s shadow fleet.

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London West End Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed to honour Judi Dench

The name change of one of the West End’s most iconic stages celebrates one of the greatest British performers. Dame Judi Dench has been left “truly overwhelmed” by the news.

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Bonnie Tyler out of induced coma but still in critical condition

The 75-year-old Welsh singer has been in intensive care at Faro Hospital since early May following emergency surgery for a perforated bowel.

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US allies propose to lead demining mission of Strait of Hormuz

Trump appeared hesitant to accept the European proposal, stressing that the strategic waterway will become open and safe thanks to his tentative deal to end the war with Iran, but remained open to the idea of some naval presence to ensure water safety for commercial passage.

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Two men convicted of arson plot targeting Keir Starmer's properties

Two men face sentencing Friday after being found guilty of torching properties linked to the prime minister, in a case that has raised questions about foreign interference in British public life.

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Delays to UK Parliament renovation could add £420m to final bill

Plans to restore the Victorian neo-Gothic edifice, which is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring Westminster Abbey, stretch back more than a decade.

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UK court upholds terrorism ban on pro-Palestinian group

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper had defended the proscription, arguing supporters of the group were unaware of the "full nature" of the organisation.

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UK's Keir Starmer announces social media ban for under-16-year-olds

Australia, Canada, Brazil and Indonesia have introduced legislation or announced age-based restrictions or requirements for children’s access to social media.

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Ukraine thanks UK for intercepting Russian shadow fleet oil tanker

In a post on social media, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the operation delivered "yet another blow to Russia".

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Thousands gather in London to celebrate Trooping the Colour

Thousands gathered in London for King Charles III's Trooping the Colour birthday parade while anti-monarchy protesters held up pictures of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

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UK: Royal Opera Chorus marks 2026 World Cup start with London performance

London marked the 2026 World Cup kick-off with SeokJong Baek and the Royal Opera Chorus performing Puccini’s ‘Nessun dorma’ in Covent Garden.

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London’s best hotels for 2026 revealed

From the all-suite glamour of The Chancery Rosewood to the timeless elegance of The Ritz, a new ranking of the UK’s top hotels by The Telegraph highlights the capital’s finest places to stay.

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David Hockney, one of the UK's most influential artists, dies aged 88

Known for his vibrant paintings of Los Angeles swimming pools, David Hockney became a defining figure in 20th-century art, blending vibrant colour and simplified forms into instantly recognisable works.

Economy

UK economy shrinks in April as the Iran war energy shock takes a toll

Britain's economy contracted by 0.1% in April, the first monthly fall since August 2025, as the conflict in the Middle East pushed up energy costs and prompted households to rein in their spending.

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UK armed forces minister resigns hours after defence secretary

Dan Jarvis, a former army officer and the Labour MP for Barnsley North, has since taken over as defence secretary.

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Police fire water cannon at demonstrators as Belfast protests continue

Stephen Ogilvie, the victim of the knife attack in Belfast, sustained severe injuries to his eyes as well as slashes to his face and back and remains in hospital.

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Clashes erupt as police use water cannon near Belfast

Police used water cannon during a second night of unrest in Northern Ireland after a Belfast stabbing sparked anti-migrant tensions.