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UK Royal Family Faces Intensifying Strain as Epstein-Linked Revelations Rock the Institution
Fresh documents and allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s network deepen turmoil for Britain’s monarchy, prompting moves against Prince Andrew and fuelling public and political scrutiny
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UK Prepares for Rent Controls as Government Signals New Era in Housing Regulation
Proposed caps on rent increases aim to ease pressure on tenants, though economists warn outcomes may vary across markets
UK Seeks Answers from Air India After Boeing Dreamliner Fuel-Switch Incident
Aviation regulators request detailed explanation following an in-flight fuel system issue on a long-haul Boeing seven eight seven aircraft
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman Defends University of Kentucky’s Probe Into Suspended Law Professor
Commonwealth’s top legal officer backs institutional investigation amid federal lawsuit and free speech concerns
France and UK Advance Social Media Restrictions as Governments Seek Stronger Online Protections for Children
Proposed age limits and access controls highlight growing European resolve, while experts debate the effectiveness of bans in safeguarding young users
UK Jury Acquits Six Palestine Action Activists of Aggravated Burglary in Elbit Systems Raid
Defendants cleared of burglary charge over 2024 break-in at Israeli defence firm’s UK site as jury fails to decide on other alleged offences
UK MPs Urge Swift Proscription of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps Amid Commons Debate on Tehran Crackdown
Parliamentarians press government to accelerate classification of the IRGC as a terrorist organisation while debating Iran’s violent response to protests
FTSE 100 Climbs to Fresh Record as Investors Look Past AI-Driven Tech Sell-Off
London’s benchmark index sets a new high as gains in insurers, healthcare and energy counterbalance AI-related pressure on software and data stocks
UK Immigration System Transitions Fully Digital with eVisas and Mandatory ETAs from February 2026
Britain phases out physical visa stickers and enforces advance digital authorisations in a major overhaul of border controls and immigration procedures
UK Police Open Criminal Investigation into Peter Mandelson Over Alleged Leaks to Epstein
Former British minister and ex-ambassador faces probe after newly released files suggest he shared confidential government information with Jeffrey Epstein
Helsinki Targets Pamela Anderson With Billboards in Canada to Encourage a Finland Roots Visit
The Finnish capital has launched a personalised outreach campaign offering the actor a tailored one-day itinerary and a symbolic invitation to reclaim her family name.
Political Censorship: French Prosecutors Raid Musk’s X Offices in Paris
Paris prosecutors searched X’s French offices as part of a cybercrime investigation examining alleged algorithm manipulation and the platform’s handling of harmful AI-generated deepfakes, while summoning Elon Musk and former chief execut...
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Trump Announces U.S.–India Trade Deal Cutting Tariffs to 18% as New Commitments Target Barriers and Russian Oil Purchases
President Donald Trump said U.S. tariffs on Indian goods will fall from fifty percent to eighteen percent under a new deal tied to India lowering trade barriers and ending purchases of Russian oil.
AI Invented “Hot Springs” — Tourists Arrived and Were Shocked
Hundreds of visitors in Tasmania were misled after an AI-generated travel article promoted non-existent “Weldborough Hot Springs,” prompting confusion, complaints, and the removal of the false content.
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UK Tribunal Upholds Sanctions Against Banque Havilland but Reduces Fine Over Qatar Bonds Strategy
London’s Upper Tribunal confirms misconduct findings against the bank and senior staff in a scheme linked to Qatar bond trading but trims the regulator’s proposed penalty
How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics in the UK: Broadcast Guide, Key Dates and Team GB Prospects
A complete guide for UK viewers on where to watch the Milan–Cortina Winter Games, when major events take place and which British athletes are expected to compete
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Reform UK’s Youngest Council Leader Defends Controversial Tax Rise Amid Financial Strain
At 19, Warwickshire’s George Finch argues a near-4% council tax increase is necessary to balance the budget despite party pledges to cut taxes
UK’s Smarter Web Company Joins London Stock Exchange Despite Heavy Bitcoin-Linked Losses
The London-listed tech firm transitions to the main market as its strategic bitcoin treasury faces a $100 million unrealised drawdown amid market volatility
Epstein Files Reveal How Insider Political Tips May Have Given Convicted Financier Early Access to Market-Moving Events
Newly disclosed emails suggest Jeffrey Epstein received advance political information tied to UK leadership changes and other major developments with potential implications for global markets
EU Signals Openness to Discussing UK Customs Union as Relations Enter New Phase
A senior European Union official says Brussels is willing to consider talks on a customs union with the UK as both sides explore closer post-Brexit cooperation
German Property Group Enters UK Market With Strategic London Acquisition
A Germany-based real estate investment firm launches its UK operations by acquiring a prime commercial asset in London, signalling renewed confidence in the capital’s property market
UK Government Refers Mandelson’s Epstein-Linked Emails to Police as Former Peer Quits Parliament
Peter Mandelson steps down from the House of Lords amid a police review of alleged leaks of sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein
US Senator Urges UK to Abandon Chagos Sovereignty Transfer, Citing Threat to Diego Garcia Base
Senator John Kennedy urges Prime Minister Keir Starmer to scrap the Chagos Islands deal that transfers sovereignty to Mauritius, warning it jeopardises the strategic US-UK military base at Diego Garcia
French Authorities Raid X Offices in Paris as UK Launches New AI Probe Into Grok
Paris prosecutors conduct a cybercrime search of X’s French headquarters amid widening investigations into AI-generated deepfakes and algorithm practices, while UK regulators open a parallel inquiry into the Grok tool
UK Inquiry Hears Allegation That Undercover Police Tried to Incite Activists to Firebomb Shop
Testimony at the Undercover Policing Inquiry suggests a Met officer proposed extreme actions to activists while undercover, prompting scrutiny of decades-long covert operations
UK’s Former Ambassador to Washington Faces Investigation and Quits Parliament Amid Epstein Ties
Peter Mandelson steps down from the House of Lords as British authorities launch a criminal inquiry into his links with Jeffrey Epstein and the alleged sharing of sensitive government information
Billie Eilish’s ‘No One Is Illegal’ Line Draws Applause at Grammys Amid Immigration Debate
After winning Song of the Year at the two thousand twenty-six Grammy Awards, Billie Eilish criticised Immigration and Customs Enforcement and said “no one is illegal on stolen land,” prompting applause and renewed public argument over U....
Tech Mega-Donors Power Trump-Aligned Fundraising Surge to $429 Million Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Trump-aligned groups reported a record four hundred twenty-nine million dollars raised in two thousand twenty-five, led by a three hundred four million dollar cash reserve at the pro-Trump super PAC MAGA Inc., with major support from tec...
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Thirteen-Year-Old Boy’s Four-Hour Swim in Rough Seas Spurs Major Rescue and Saves Family Off Western Australia
A young holidaymaker’s extraordinary endurance and quick thinking brought help for his mother and siblings after they were swept far offshore in powerful winds and currents
UK Pharma Watchdog Rules Sanofi Breached Industry Code With RSV Vaccine Claims Against Pfizer
Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority finds unsubstantiated and unbalanced claims in public interview, triggering industry sanctions
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Melania Documentary Opens Modestly in UK with Mixed Global Box Office Performance
Authorized film about US First Lady records a low-chart UK debut amid stronger US earnings and polarized reception
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Trump Cuts India Tariffs After Modi Signals End to Russian Oil Purchases in New Trade Understanding
The U.S. president says tariffs on Indian goods will fall from twenty-five percent to eighteen percent as India commits to major U.S. purchases and a shift away from Russian crude
SpaceX Acquires xAI in Musk Consolidation Deal Valuing Combined Group at About $1.25 Trillion
The rocket and satellite company will pay about $250 billion for the artificial intelligence start-up, uniting SpaceX, X and the Grok chatbot as Musk pushes a vision of space-based data centres
Nvidia Puts $100 Billion OpenAI Investment Plan on Hold While Keeping Door Open to Major Funding Round
Jensen Huang says the headline figure was never binding, raises concerns about OpenAI’s internal discipline, and signals a sizeable but phased commitment instead
SpaceX to Acquire xAI in Musk Consolidation Move Ahead of Potential Mega-IPO
The deal would place rockets, Starlink, the X platform and the Grok chatbot under one corporate umbrella, with reports pointing to a valuation above one trillion dollars
Trump Files $5 Billion Lawsuit Against JPMorgan Chase, Alleging Politically Motivated Account Closures
U.S. President accuses the nation’s largest bank and its CEO of 'debanking' him and his businesses in a legal action filed in Florida
Two Men Arrested in Spain After Allegedly Defrauding Taxi Driver of Around €5,000 on Barcelona-to-Lisbon Ride
Catalan police detain suspects as they attempt to repeat the fraudulent scheme on a second taxi journey
UK Roads See Sharp Rise in US-Style Pickup Trucks as Registrations Nearly Double
Department for Transport data shows significant growth in large pickup ownership with safety and environmental concerns emerging in urban areas
Newly Released Epstein Files Trigger Political Fallout in UK and Expose Deep Questions About Influence Networks
Massive U.S. Department of Justice document dump intensifies scrutiny of UK elites, prompting police reviews, party resignations and renewed calls for accountability
UK Government Advances Major Offshore Wind Expansion Off North Wales Coast
A landmark renewables auction secures contracts for significant new offshore wind projects including Awel y Môr, boosting clean energy capacity and jobs
Robinhood UK Launches Stocks & Shares ISA with Two Percent Cash Bonus
Commission-free investing platform expands UK offering with tax-efficient account and limited-time incentive for new contributions
UK Space Agency CEO Announces Departure as Agency Prepares to Integrate into Government
Dr Paul Bate to step down ahead of structural transition of the UK Space Agency into the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
UK Police to Review Alleged Misconduct by Lord Mandelson After New Epstein Files Publication
Metropolitan Police to assess reports of potential public office misconduct amid fresh document revelations and intensifying political pressure
UK Reports Doubling of Unauthorised Drone Activity Near Military Bases Amid Heightened Tensions with Russia
Ministry of Defence reveals significant rise in drone sightings last year, prompting expanded powers and strengthened airspace security measures
New Epstein File Release Unleashes Political Shockwaves in United Kingdom
Massive U.S. Department of Justice disclosure triggers resignations, police reviews and fresh allegations involving a senior UK politician and members of the royal family
U.S. Congress Pivotal to Sustaining AUKUS Momentum and Strengthening Trilateral Security
Bipartisan legislative support and defence leadership engagement aim to advance the Australia-United Kingdom-United States partnership amid strategic challenges.
'These are three wins for China and a diplomatic failure for Britain.'
Conservative MP Tom Tugendhat criticises Keir Starmer’s China reset, calling it a 'diplomatic failure'.
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Political Censorship: French Prosecutors Raid Musk’s X Offices in Paris
AI Invented “Hot Springs” — Tourists Arrived and Were Shocked
Tech Mega-Donors Power Trump-Aligned Fundraising Surge to $429 Million Ahead of 2026 Midterms
UK Pharma Watchdog Rules Sanofi Breached Industry Code With RSV Vaccine Claims Against Pfizer
Melania Documentary Opens Modestly in UK with Mixed Global Box Office Performance
Starmer Arrives in Shanghai to Promote British Trade and Investment
Harry Styles, Anthony Joshua and Premier League Stars Among UK’s Top Taxpayers
New Epstein Files Include Images of Former Prince Andrew Kneeling Over Unidentified Woman
Starmer Urges Former Prince Andrew to Testify Before US Congress About Epstein Ties
Starmer Extends Invitation to Japan’s Prime Minister After Strategic Tokyo Talks
Skupski and Harrison Clinch Australian Open Men’s Doubles Title in Melbourne
China Lifts Sanctions on British MPs and Peers After Starmer Xi Talks in Beijing
AstraZeneca Announces £11bn China Investment After Scaling Back UK Expansion Plans
Starmer and Xi Forge Warming UK-China Ties in Beijing Amid Strategic Reset
Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
Starmer Seeks Economic Gains From China Visit While Navigating US Diplomatic Sensitivities
Starmer Says China Visit Will Deliver Economic Benefits as He Prepares to Meet Xi Jinping
UK Prime Minister Starmer Arrives in China to Bolster Trade and Warn Firms of Strategic Opportunities
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
UK Banks Pledge £11 Billion Lending Package to Help Firms Expand Overseas
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK, Accusing Conservatives of Betrayal on Core Policies
Melania Trump Documentary Sees Limited Box Office Traction in UK Cinemas
UK’s Starmer and Trump Agree on Urgent Need to Bolster Arctic Security
Starmer Breaks Diplomatic Restraint With Firm Rebuke of Trump, Seizing Chance to Advocate for Europe
UK Finance Minister Reeves to Join Starmer on China Visit to Bolster Trade and Economic Ties
Prince Harry Says Sacrifices of NATO Forces in Afghanistan Deserve ‘Respect’ After Trump Remarks
Barron Trump Emerges as Key Remote Witness in UK Assault and Rape Trial
Trump Reverses Course and Criticises UK-Mauritius Chagos Islands Agreement
Elizabeth Hurley Tells UK Court of ‘Brutal’ Invasion of Privacy in Phone Hacking Case
UK Bond Yields Climb as Report Fuels Speculation Over Andy Burnham’s Return to Parliament
Prince William to Make Official Visit to Saudi Arabia in February
Prince Harry Breaks Down in London Court, Says UK Tabloids Have Made Meghan Markle’s Life ‘Absolute Misery’
Malin + Goetz UK Business Enters Administration, All Stores Close
EU and UK Reject Trump’s Greenland-Linked Tariff Threats and Pledge Unified Response
UK Deepfake Crackdown Puts Intense Pressure on Musk’s Grok AI After Surge in Non-Consensual Explicit Images
Prince Harry Becomes Emotional in London Court, Invokes Memory of Princess Diana in Testimony Against UK Tabloids
UK Inflation Rises Unexpectedly but Interest Rate Cuts Still Seen as Likely
Starmer Steps Back from Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Amid Strained US–UK Relations
Prince Harry’s Lawyer Tells UK Court Daily Mail Was Complicit in Unlawful Privacy Invasions
UK Government Approves China’s ‘Mega Embassy’ in London Amid Debate Over Security and Diplomacy
Trump Cites UK’s Chagos Islands Sovereignty Shift as Justification for Pursuing Greenland Acquisition
UK Government Weighs Australia-Style Social Media Ban for Under-Sixteens Amid Rising Concern Over Online Harm
Trump Aides Say U.S. Has Discussed Offering Asylum to British Jews Amid Growing Antisemitism Concerns
UK Seeks Diplomatic De-escalation with Trump Over Greenland Tariff Threat
Prince Harry Returns to London as High Court Trial Begins Over Alleged Illegal Tabloid Snooping
High-Speed Train Collision in Southern Spain Kills at Least Twenty-One and Injures Scores
Meghan Markle May Return to the U.K. This Summer as Security Review Advances
Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks EU Response and Risks Deep Transatlantic Rift
Prince Harry’s High Court Battle With Daily Mail Publisher Begins in London
Trump’s Tariff Escalation Presents Complex Challenges for the UK Economy
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