A senior UK government official announces 'No 10 North', a new initiative based in Manchester, aimed at decentralizing political and economic power, driving reindustrialisation, and fostering bottom-up growth across all UK regions to achieve equivalent living standards.
Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on over 80 countries, including major allies, replacing an expiring global duty. Justified under the Trade Act of 1974 against forced labor, the move has drawn widespread criticism and legal challenge predictions from international partners and trade experts.
O presidente dos EUA, Donald Trump, declarou que danos a navios ou cargas marítimas serão pagos com recursos iranianos sob controle americano. A ameaça segue avisos anteriores de bombardear infraestrutura iraniana em caso de ataques no Estreito de Ormuz, gerando retaliação do Irã.
Former Hong Kong opposition leader Wu Chi-wai was reportedly denied entry to the UK and faces deportation back to the city after seeking residence with his British National (Overseas) passport. This potential move by the UK contrasts with its previous treatment of other Hong Kong activists.
Powerball lottery ticket sales will begin in the United Kingdom on Tuesday, allowing UK players to compete for the same large jackpots as US players. This expansion, a first for Powerball outside the US, is a result of an agreement between the Multi-State Lottery Association and Allwyn UK.
Powerball ticket sales are set to begin in the United Kingdom on Tuesday, allowing UK players to compete for the same large jackpots as their US counterparts, with identical odds. This expansion, a collaboration between the Multi-State Lottery Association and Allwyn UK, marks the first time a non-US lottery contributes to the Powerball jackpot.
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the UK on rape and sex trafficking charges, their lawyer stating the Miami arrest was politically motivated. They appeared in federal court, with a judge setting a July 27 hearing to consider extradition conditions.
Ed Miliband has been appointed as the UK's new Foreign Secretary by Prime Minister Andy Burnham in the new Labour government, transitioning from his previous role as Secretary for Energy Security and Carbon Neutrality.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Prime Minister after Keir Starmer resigned following two years in office. Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, pledged immediate support for households facing rising costs of living and outlined plans for significant national changes.
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom on accusations of rape and sex trafficking, their lawyer announced. The brothers appeared in federal court in Miami, with their lawyer claiming the arrest was politically motivated, and a hearing is set for July 27.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Prime Minister, pledging immediate cost-of-living relief and a 10-year plan for Britain. He confirmed commitment to the AUKUS defence pact and began forming his cabinet, replacing key figures from Sir Keir Starmer's government.
Andy Burnham has been appointed the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, following his election as Labour Party leader. He is expected to address the nation from Downing Street.
Keir Starmer resigned as UK Prime Minister, declaring "my work is done" before handing power to Andy Burnham, who became Labour leader after Starmer's forced resignation. Burnham, the seventh PM since 2016, pledges to restore political stability and raise living standards.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Prime Minister after Keir Starmer resigned, tendering his resignation to King Charles III. Burnham, the seventh PM in a decade, pledged to address the cost of living crisis and bring significant changes, aiming to restore public trust in politics.
Chinese firm Jingye Group is demanding compensation from the UK government for investment losses following the nationalisation of British Steel, stating the move damaged credibility and international investment rules. Jingye has initiated negotiation procedures and reserves the right to international arbitration.
Andy Burnham takes over as UK Prime Minister, succeeding Keir Starmer. The profile highlights Burnham's northern, working-class background, his advocacy for Hillsborough disaster victims, and his success as Greater Manchester mayor, which shaped his "Manchesterism" policy model for national growth.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami by the U.S. Marshals Service on Saturday, facing extradition to the UK on charges of rape and sex trafficking between 2010 and 2017. The dual US-British citizens deny the allegations, which follow a stalled 2022 Romanian case.
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.
