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Starmer Calls for Renewed ‘Hard Power’ Investment at European Security Summit
UK Prime Minister urges stronger defence capabilities and deeper coordination with allies amid mounting continental threats
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UK Police Establish National Taskforce to Handle Domestic Epstein-Linked Allegations
New coordination group aims to assess and manage UK-related claims connected to Jeffrey Epstein’s network
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UK Court Rules Ban on Palestine Action Unlawful in Major Free Speech Test
Judges find government designation of activist group exceeded legal powers, dealing blow to ministers’ counter-extremism strategy
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UK Faces Prospect of Net Migration Turning Negative as Economic Impact Looms
Sharp fall in arrivals and rise in departures could reshape labour market, public finances and growth outlook
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Senior Reform UK Figures Attend Launch of Satirical ‘How to Launder Money’ Book
Party representatives appear at London event for provocative political title, drawing scrutiny over optics and messaging
US Congress Seeks Cooperation from Lord Mandelson in Jeffrey Epstein Inquiry
House committee requests information from former UK minister over past contacts with convicted financier
Rupert Grint Addresses UK Political Climate at Berlin ‘Nightborn’ Press Conference
Actor says he opposes fascism but prefers to choose carefully when to speak publicly on politics
BrewDog Weighs Potential Sale as Founders Engage Financial Advisers
Scottish craft brewer explores strategic options amid shifting market conditions and investor pressure
Starmer Deploys UK Carrier Strike Group to Arctic as Security Concerns Mount
Prime Minister cites growing Russian activity in High North while renewed US interest in Greenland sharpens strategic focus on region
UK Says Russia Used Rare Dart Frog Toxin to Kill Alexei Navalny
British authorities allege exotic poison linked to tropical species was deployed in death of jailed opposition leader, intensifying diplomatic tensions
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Peter Mandelson Asked to Testify Before US Congress Over Jeffrey Epstein Links
Former UK ambassador and Labour peer is urged by House Oversight Committee members to provide testimony amid ongoing Epstein investigation
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Prince William’s Saudi Visit Tests Diplomatic Balancing at a Sensitive Juncture
Heir to the throne navigates environmental advocacy and geopolitical realities during high-profile Middle East trip
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Prince William’s Saudi Engagement Delayed After Extended Meeting with Senior Royal
Heir to the British throne arrives forty minutes late to scheduled event following prolonged lunch in Riyadh
New UK Drug Pricing Agreement Raises Fears of Wider NHS Budget Pressures
Revised pharmaceutical payment framework aims to secure medicine supply but may intensify financial strain across the health service
Two ISIS Supporters Jailed for Life Over Plot to Attack Jewish Targets in the UK
Court finds men guilty of preparing terrorist acts after uncovering plans to target Jewish community sites
UK to Require British Passports for Dual Nationals Entering Country from 25 February
Home Office confirms new rule mandating British documentation for citizens with dual nationality travelling to the UK
UK Introduces New Immigration Reforms to Accelerate Entry for Tech and Science Talent
Government unveils streamlined visa pathways and expanded eligibility to strengthen Britain’s innovation economy
UK Unveils Landmark Whistleblower Reward Scheme to Combat Serious Financial Crime
New government-backed programme will offer financial incentives to individuals who expose major economic wrongdoing
Renewed Epstein Document Releases Intensify Scrutiny of British Political Figures
Fresh disclosures in US court filings revive questions over past associations, placing UK public figures under mounting pressure
Salem City Council Approves Sister City Partnership with East Budleigh in the United Kingdom
Formal resolution establishes cultural and civic ties between Massachusetts community and historic Devon village
Court Rules UK Ban on Palestine Action as Terror Organisation Was Unlawful
Judges find government decision to proscribe activist group did not meet legal threshold under terrorism legislation
UK Government Bonds Rally Amid Political Speculation as FTSE 100 Trades Cautiously
Gilt yields ease during week of Westminster uncertainty, while equity markets weigh policy outlook and global signals
UK Economy Struggles to Gain Momentum in Fresh Setback for Government
Latest data show anaemic expansion as ministers face mounting pressure to revive growth
UK Government Launches Consultation to Accelerate Standalone 5G Investment
Proposals aim to modernise spectrum rules and infrastructure policy to unlock next-generation mobile network growth
Reeves Says ‘More to Do’ After UK Records Sluggish End to Year Growth
Chancellor acknowledges economic headwinds as fourth-quarter GDP edges up just 0.1%
UK Selects HSBC to Deliver Platform for Landmark Digital Government Bond Pilot
Treasury moves ahead with tokenised gilt issuance as part of push to modernise capital markets infrastructure
Over 1.4 Million NHS Staff in England to Receive 3.3% Pay Increase
Government accepts independent review body recommendations, boosting salaries for nurses, paramedics and other frontline health workers
Questions Mount Over Seasonal Adjustments in UK GDP Figures
Economists flag recurring fourth-quarter weakness and first-quarter rebounds as potential statistical distortion
UK Government Launches Formal Investigation into Proposed Sale of The Telegraph
Ministers intervene over media plurality and national interest concerns as ownership of historic newspaper group faces scrutiny
UK Economy Delivers Modest 0.1% Growth in Fourth Quarter, Falling Short of Expectations
Office for National Statistics data show sluggish expansion and continued sectoral underperformance at end of 2025
Labour MPs Urge Justice Secretary Not to Tighten Rules for Migrants Already in UK
Backbenchers warn retrospective changes could undermine integration and legal certainty for long-term residents
UK Announces £540 Million Weapons Package to Support Ukraine’s Defence
Britain commits a fresh air-defence and weapons supply boost to Kyiv as part of NATO-linked effort amid Russia’s intensified attacks
FTSE 100 Rally Falters as Corporate Earnings Disappointments Temper Market Gains
London’s blue-chip index stalls on underwhelming profit results from major UK companies and rising investor caution amid mixed macroeconomic signals
Document Suggests Prince Andrew Shared UK Briefing on Afghan Investment Opportunities with Jeffrey Epstein
Newly disclosed material indicates the Duke of York forwarded official briefing notes to convicted sex offender amid scrutiny of past association
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Prince William Shares Warm Update on Princess of Wales During Youth Engagement in Saudi Arabia
A spontaneous question from a young well-wisher prompts a personal response as the Prince concludes high-profile visit
Prince William Picks Up Meaningful Gift for Princess Charlotte During Saudi Arabia Visit
Prince of Wales brings home a culturally significant keepsake for his daughter after concluding official engagements in the Kingdom
Prince William Concludes Saudi Visit with Environmental Focus and Opening of Centre Bearing His Name
Final engagements highlight conservation work and youth initiatives as a new project in the Kingdom is formally named in his honour
Rachel Reeves Says Deeper Integration with Europe Is ‘Biggest Prize’ for UK Economy
Chancellor signals renewed push to strengthen trade and regulatory ties with EU as part of growth strategy
World Travel & Tourism Council Warns UK Cities Against Introducing Standalone Hotel Bed Taxes
Industry body says patchwork overnight levies could undermine competitiveness and deter international visitors as local authorities explore new revenue tools
UK Expands Hong Kong Visa Route in Move to Broaden Settlement Path for BN(O) Holders
Government widens eligibility under British National (Overseas) scheme, reaffirming commitment to Hong Kong residents amid continued political tensions
UK to Double Troops in Norway as Part of Wider Effort to Strengthen Northern Defence Against Russia
Britain pledges a major expansion of its military presence in Norway and enhanced NATO cooperation to deter rising Russian activity in the Arctic and High North
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Launches ‘Reform Jewish Alliance’ to Engage British Jewish Voters
New initiative aims to give British Jews a direct voice within Reform UK as party seeks to expand support amid debate over antisemitism and Middle East policy
China’s Rebukes of UK Diplomacy Expose Limits of London’s Attempt to Pivot Away from Washington
Beijing’s sharp criticism of British policy on Hong Kong and security issues underscores how difficult it is for the UK to rebalance ties with China amid ongoing strategic rivalry with the United States
Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says UK ‘Has Been Colonised by Immigrants’ in Candid Interview
Manchester United co-owner’s remarks on immigration ignite political debate as business leader calls for tighter border controls
UK Commits to NATO’s US Arms-Buying Initiative to Strengthen Ukraine’s Defence
British government pledges £150 million to the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List, joining allies in purchasing US-made weapons for Kyiv amid ongoing war
UK’s Data Watchdog Opens Formal Probe into Grok AI After Reports of Non-Consensual Sexual Imagery
Information Commissioner’s Office investigates whether X and xAI breached data protection laws as Grok is accused of generating intimate images without consent, including of children
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Peter Mandelson Asked to Testify Before US Congress Over Jeffrey Epstein Links
Document Suggests Prince Andrew Shared UK Briefing on Afghan Investment Opportunities with Jeffrey Epstein
Beijing Brands UK Hong Kong Visa Expansion ‘Despicable and Reprehensible’ After Jimmy Lai Sentencing
Tesco Chief Warns UK Is ‘Sleepwalking’ Toward a Joblessness Crisis
Trump’s ‘Act of Great Stupidity’ Comment on UK Chagos Deal Reverberates Through Diplomacy and Strategy
New U.S. filings say Jeffrey Epstein repaid Les Wexner one hundred million dollars after theft allegation
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledges 2012 visit to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island as lawmakers scrutinise past ties
UK Police Review Fresh Claims Involving Prince Andrew as Senior Royals Respond to Epstein Files
Keir Starmer’s Premiership Faces Unprecedented Strain as Epstein Fallout Deepens
Starmer Vows to Stay in Office as UK Government Faces Turmoil After Epstein Fallout
China and UK Signal Tentative Reset with Commitment to Steadier, Professionally Managed Relations
UK Confirms Imminent Increase in ETA Fee to £20 as Entry Rules Tighten
UK Signals Possible Seizure of Russia-Linked ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker in Escalation of Sanctions Enforcement
Epstein Scandal Piles Unprecedented Pressure on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Leadership
UK’s ‘Most Romantic Village’ Celebrates Valentine’s Day and Explores the Festival’s Rich History
Winklevoss-Led Gemini to Slash a Quarter of Jobs and Exit European and Australian Markets
UK Royal Family Faces Intensifying Strain as Epstein-Linked Revelations Rock the Institution
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’
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