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France

Macron and Sunak mend ties, as leaders agree to tackle Channel boats

The leaders of France and UK were meeting in the first Franco-British summit since 2018, to try and rebuild trust between the two countries.

United Kingdom

'End the crisis': Thousands expected to march in support of UK NHS

The health service is currently experiencing the worst crisis on record with around 500 people dying avoidably every week, according to experts.

Culture news

Eurovision excitement heats up as UK announce Mae Muller as entrant

Mae Muller will represent the UK at this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool, with only Sweden and Portugal yet to reveal their song and artist choices

United Kingdom

'We're not breaking the law': UK defends new anti-migrant crackdown

Britain's controversial new legislation to halt migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats comes a few days before a Franco-British summit in Paris.

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Culture news

The 10 female headliners Glastonbury should have picked

Apparently the all-male headliners for the UK's biggest music festival is a "pipeline" problem. We're not convinced and here's why.

United Kingdom

UK government defends law barring 'illegal' English channel migrants

Critics have blasted the plans as unworkable, unethical and illegal.

World News

Europe's hottest property markets: Where have prices risen the most?

House prices across Europe have shown some unusual trends since the 1990s. How does your country compare?

United Kingdom

UK government to introduce legislation to deport Channel migrants

The UK government is set to announce a bill that will bar asylum claims by anyone who reaches Britain illegally.

Food and Drink

Asparagus! Why it's Germany's favourite vegetable and how to cook it

From its qualities as an aphrodisiac to oral sex refusals - asparagus season is about to take all of Europe by storm.

Work

Which countries in Europe have the highest and lowest childcare costs?

In the UK families could spend a whopping 75% of their monthly income on childcare, which discourages women from going back to work.

My Europe Series

State of the Union: What were the top stories in the EU this week?

Brexit may finally be done, after the EU and UK reached a compromise agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol and joint European gas purchases will go ahead.

United Kingdom

Euroviews. UK's plan to exploit the offshore wind boom has been blown off course

Britain is alone among the top ten countries leading the energy transition in lacking a domestic wind energy leader in the market. As a result, other European energy giants are reaping the benefits, Carla Subirana writes.

Culture news

'God of War Ragnarök' breaks BAFTA Game Awards nominations record

One of the most prestigious awards ceremonies in the video game industry has announced its nominations for 2022's best games.

United Kingdom

'MI5 could have prevented Manchester Arena attack' says investigation

A public enquiry concludes that MI5 could have possibly prevented the Manchester Arena attacks in 2017 after failing to discuss the suspect between them.

Culture news

Steve Mackey, bass guitarist for band Pulp, dies aged 56

Mackey grew up in Sheffield, and he joined Pulp in 1989, first contributing to their third album ‘Separations’.

Culture news

Jemima Khan on 'What's Love Got to Do with It?'

Brit Jemima Khan made headlines when she married the man who'd become Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan. She's now bringing a slice of her Pakistani experience to British cinema screens.

Culture news

Eurovision is coming - Here’s how to secure tickets

The 2023 Eurovision spectacular is to be held in the UK city of Liverpool on 13 May and it’s been announced tickets will go on sale on 7 March. Here’s a guide on how to snap them up

United Kingdom

Prince Harry and Meghan asked to leave their UK royal home

UK media reports that King Charles has offered Frogmore Cottage, in the grounds of Windsor Castle, to Prince Andrew.

Culture news

'New' Terry Pratchett short story collection discovered

The beloved author of the Discworld series died in 2015. But a keen-eyed fan has uncovered 20 new works written by Pratchett under a pseudonym.

United Kingdom

Hunt for a two-month old baby in the UK continues

Constance Marten, 35, and her boyfriend Mark Gordon, 48, a convicted sex offender, have been charged with suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter after being on the run since January 5 as the search for their missing baby continues in Sussex.

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.