China summoned Japan's envoy and protested after Tokyo joined 13 other countries in reaffirming a 2016 ruling rejecting Beijing's South China Sea claims. China accused Japan of interfering and undermining regional stability.
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement is poised to eliminate tariffs on 99% of Indian exports and reduce duties on 90% of UK goods, benefiting sectors like luxury vehicles and spirits from the UK, and textiles and leather from India.
Experts warn parts of the UK, particularly southern England and the Midlands, face "exceptional" wildfire risk due to the ongoing heatwave. The Met Office expects dry, hot conditions to persist, increasing the danger across most of England and Wales.
The UK housing market is poised for a prolonged period of stagnant house prices due to elevated mortgage costs, geopolitical tensions, and domestic political uncertainty, according to Bloomberg's analysis of RICS survey data. Buyer activity is slowing, with little expected movement in prices over the next three months.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of 2026, with temperatures forecast to reach 36C. Health authorities have issued Amber Heat-Health Alerts for much of England, warning of increased strain on hospitals and vulnerable communities due to prolonged extreme heat.
Donald Trump announced he will fly from Turkey to England on the older Air Force One, instead of the new Qatari-gifted aircraft. He cited a desire to let soldiers see the new plane, but the change fueled speculation about security fears related to Iran.
A third commercial tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours, escalating regional tensions. Qatar directly blamed Iran for an attack on its LNG vessel, calling it an "unacceptable" assault on maritime navigation. The incidents raise concerns over global energy security.
An oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire. The incident occurred on Monday, approximately 8 nautical miles east of Limah, Oman. No casualties or environmental damage were reported, and authorities are investigating.
Four years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand faces scrutiny as seizures of the plant occur in the UK, Germany, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. Lawmakers are still debating control legislation, leading to widespread recreational sales and illegal exports due to low domestic prices and oversupply.
Binance and its founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao are facing a UK lawsuit from nearly 1,700 investors seeking $200 million over alleged unregulated risky financial products.
Pauline Hanson's call for a monocultural Australia ignores the nation's historical reality. From the first fleet's diverse origins to colonial seaports and early settlements, Australia has always been a mix of ethnicities, languages, and skills, a reality that fueled prosperity and innovation.
A decade after Brexit, the EU has largely moved on, focusing on new challenges and potential member states. The UK, however, remains fixated on the breakup, experiencing economic and cultural repercussions. While trade and cooperation persist, the UK's relevance and 'street cred' have diminished, leaving it as the 'ex' still consumed by the past.
Keir Starmer has resigned as UK Prime Minister after two years, announcing his successor will be chosen by September. Andy Burnham, the popular Manchester mayor and MP for Makerfield, is widely expected to take over, bringing extensive experience from national and regional politics.
Keir Starmer resigned as UK Labour leader after two years, announcing his successor will be chosen by September. Andy Burnham, the popular Manchester mayor and MP for Makerfield, is widely expected to take over. Burnham, a moderate-left figure with extensive national and regional experience, has been a vocal critic of Starmer's policies.
A Russian senator claims the UK, France, and Germany (E3) are pushing for NATO troops to be deployed in Ukraine, while blocking its official membership to avoid direct conflict with Russia.
Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as UK Prime Minister, citing pressure from Labour MPs and dismal election results. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the leading candidate to replace him, with a leadership contest expected to conclude before September.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation, citing the best interests of the country. He will serve as caretaker PM while a new Labour leader is chosen in the coming weeks. His decision follows declining popularity and the recent election victory of Andy Burnham.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation after speaking with the King, citing the best interests of the country. He will serve as caretaker PM until a new Labour leader is chosen in the coming weeks. Andy Burnham has announced his candidacy for the leadership.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation, citing the best interests of the country after speaking with the King. He will serve as caretaker PM until a new Labour leader is chosen in the coming weeks.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation, citing the best interests of the country. He will serve as caretaker PM until a new Labour leader is chosen in the coming weeks. His departure follows declining popularity and criticism over appointments.
A new study in The Lancet shows the HPV vaccine has reduced cervical cancer deaths in the UK for women under 30 to effectively zero. Routine vaccinations began in 2008, and researchers found no deaths in the 20-24 age group between 2020-2024, compared to 23 expected without the vaccine.
China has strongly condemned the UK's imposition of sanctions on four Chinese companies as part of anti-Russian restrictions. The Chinese Embassy in the UK stated that the sanctions lack international legal basis and harm Chinese companies' interests, demanding their immediate revocation.
US President Trump announced a deal with Iran, set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on June 19. He also stated the US will focus on Ukraine after the Iran deal. Meanwhile, Belarus leader Lukashenko believes US pressure on Iran will cease, and Turkey will increase transit fees through its straits.
Moroccan fans, including those from Dubai, Montreal, and Morocco itself, are spending thousands of dollars to attend World Cup matches. The high cost of travel and accommodation highlights that only the well-off in Morocco can afford to follow their national team, raising questions about accessibility to the global event.
