United Kingdom

United Kingdom

China says Britain had 'obligation' to approve London mega embassy

The 20,000-square-metre site is set to become the largest embassy complex in the UK by area and one of the largest in the centre of a Western capital.

21/01/2026

Health news

Pet grief can be as severe as losing a human loved one, study finds

A UK study found that some pet owners develop prolonged grief disorder after the death of a pet, with symptoms mirroring those seen after human bereavement.

21/01/2026

Tech News

OpenAI’s ChatGPT has a Western bias, study finds

ChatGPT’s viewpoints are shaped by the predominantly Western, white, male developers and platform owners who built it, a study finds.

21/01/2026

Culture news

No way Beck: Brooklyn Beckham says he's been manipulated by his family

Brooklyn, the eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, says he's cutting ties with his famous parents accusing them of 'ruining' his relationship with his wife since before they even got married.

20/01/2026

United Kingdom

UK approves massive Chinese embassy in London despite security fears

Opponents have warned of a potential threat to the UK's national security given the site's proximity to London’s two primary financial districts.

20/01/2026

Tech News

Future of factory work? Humanoid AI robot proves itself in Ford test

In a six-week trial at Ford’s Cologne Innovation Centre, the Alpha HMND 01 moved heavy totes, lifted metal car parts and exceeded productivity targets.

20/01/2026

United Kingdom

Tory leader sacks arch-rival after 'plot' to defect to Reform UK

In the past 12 months, the Conservatives have suffered a string of defections to hard-right Reform UK, including some former Cabinet ministers.

15/01/2026

Economy

Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in privilege?

A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations.

14/01/2026

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Protesters demonstrate outside Iranian Embassy in London amid unrest in Iran

Iran protests echoed in London as demonstrators gathered outside the Iranian Embassy, accusing Iran’s leaders of repression and calling for political change

13/01/2026

Tech News

Which countries are taking aim at Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot?

Global crackdown: These nations are restricting or speaking out against Grok over non-consensual sexually explicit deepfakes

13/01/2026

United Kingdom

London's murder rate falls to record low, Mayor Sadiq Khan says

The Metropolitan Police force says the rate by population is the lowest since comparable records began in 1997, at 1.1 murders for every 100,000 people.

12/01/2026

Tech News

UK investigates Elon Musk’s X over sexualised AI images

The regulator Ofcom is investigating X under the Online Safety Act. “We have decided to open a formal investigation to establish whether X has failed to comply with its legal obligations under the Online Safety Act,” it said.

12/01/2026

United Kingdom

Russian captain in deadly North Sea ship collision faces UK trial

Russian captain Vladimir Motin is on trial in London for manslaughter after his ship collided with a US-chartered tanker in the North Sea in March 2025, killing one crew member.

12/01/2026

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Londoners ditch trousers for laughs during the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride

Over a hundred people brought humor to the London Tube on Sunday by joining the 2026 No Trousers Tube Ride, traveling in their underwear to break the winter routine.

12/01/2026

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Storm Goretti hits the UK with strong winds and snow, leaving thousands without power

Hundreds of thousands without power as Storm Goretti pummels Europe. Forecasters in France and Britain issued weather warnings, urging people to stay inside their homes.

09/01/2026

Culture news

Rare Iron Age battle horn discovered on excavation site for UK homes

An extraordinary collection of Iron Age objects has been unearthed in West Norfolk. The hoard of metal objects was found during a routine archaeological excavation by Pre-Construct Archaeology as part of the standard planning process for residential properties.

07/01/2026

Economy

UK productivity puzzle: Zombie firms fail, but jobs remain scarce

Inefficient firms in the UK are failing, hit by the cost of living crisis. If productive businesses manage to take their place, they could provide a much-needed boost to growth.

06/01/2026

United Kingdom

Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim sacked after 14 months at Old Trafford

The Portuguese oversaw a slew of unwanted records at the 20-time English champion including its lowest finish in the Premier League era last season.

05/01/2026

Health news

How Artificial Intelligence can help find new heart treatments

The researchers say the technology could eventually support more personalised care, allowing treatments to be better matched to how an individual’s heart is functioning.

03/01/2026

United Kingdom

Channel Tunnel power malfunction resolved but train delays continue

The tunnel operator, Eurotunnel, said the 50-kilometre undersea link was back to “full capacity" after a power fault inside it was fixed overnight on Tuesday.

31/12/2025

Culture news

Arise Sir Idris: British actor knighted for fighting knife crime

Actor Idris Elba has been made a knight in King Charles III New Year's honours list in recognition of his work to reduce knife crime and poverty and promote education.

30/12/2025

Culture news

'Don't give up on US': Jimmy Kimmel's alternative Christmas message

US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel targeted fascism and unsurprisingly Donald Trump in his 'Alternative Christmas' message broadcast on Britain's Channel 4 television network.

26/12/2025

United Kingdom

Charles III champions diversity and reconciliation in Christmas speech

Read Charles III TV address to the nation and the Commonwealth in full below.

25/12/2025

Culture news

Listen to Queen’s previously-unreleased Christmas song

The song was recorded during the sessions for 1974's 'Queen II' and has now been played for the first time. It will feature on the 2026 reissue of the band’s second album.

25/12/2025

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Video shows boats swallowed by a giant hole in Shropshire, UK

UK police declared a major incident after a giant hole opened up under a canal, draining part of it and leaving several narrowboats stranded.

24/12/2025

Earth News

British media ‘divorcing’ net zero from climate change, finds analysis

Researchers warn that net zero has become politicised by populists as “shorthand” for attacking climate policy.

23/12/2025