Tag: World

The Silent Lifeline You Need to KnowA recent study has shown that more than half of women in the UK are unaware of a life-saving emergency helpline for domestic abuse victims who are unable...

Future UN climate summits may need a change in location and stricter guidelines, according to a group of influential climate policy experts. This group, which includes former UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, former president of...

Queen Camilla missed the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall and Remembrance Sunday due to a chest infection, but she is expected to return to public duties soon. She will attend a...

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President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly chosen Republican congressman Mike Waltz of Florida as his national security adviser. Waltz is a Trump supporter and a former colonel in the national guard. He has been critical...

Sir Keir Starmer has joined Emmanuel Macron for Armistice Day discussions in Paris, in a move seen as a significant step in building relationships with EU leaders post-Brexit. The two leaders are expected to...

Recently, Israel issued a warning about potential terror attacks targeting Israelis at large events in the UK and other European countries. The National Security Council of Israel advised its citizens to avoid events involving...

A new strain of norovirus is currently spreading in the UK, with cases reaching higher levels than usual for this time of year. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has identified the dominant strain...

Donald Trump had a conversation with Vladimir Putin about the conflict in Ukraine. Trump advised Putin not to make the situation worse and mentioned the strong military presence of the US in Europe. He...

The UK is being encouraged to strengthen its ties with the European Union following the re-election of Donald Trump as the US president. Sandro Gozi, the new chair of the European delegation to the...

Crowds across the country gathered at war memorials on Remembrance Sunday to honor lives lost in conflicts. King Charles and the Princess of Wales participated in the ceremony in Whitehall, where the King led...

Tensions between Ukraine and Russia escalated as both countries engaged in significant drone attacks. According to reports, Ukraine conducted its largest drone strike on Moscow since Vladimir Putin's invasion in 2022, while Russia retaliated...

Amidst the uncertainty surrounding the global summit on climate change and the re-election of Donald Trump as the president of the United States, the UK is urged to intensify its efforts in renewable energy...

The Princess of Wales, along with the Prince of Wales and King Charles, attended the Festival of Remembrance event organized by the Royal British Legion. This marks a significant step in her return to...

The UK faces a critical moment in its efforts to combat the climate crisis, with Energy Secretary Ed Miliband warning of the need to prioritize renewable energy for national security. As the world prepares...

Thousands of farmers are gearing up to gather in London to demonstrate against the government's decision to expand inheritance tax, a move that has sparked outrage within the farming community. The National Farmers' Union...

Brighton faced off against Manchester City in a thrilling Premier League match that saw several key events unfold. The game started with City taking the lead as Erling Haaland scored a determined goal off...

The Qatari government has decided to close Hamas's political office in Doha due to a lack of good faith in the Israel-Gaza ceasefire talks. Qatar believes that the negotiations have turned into a political...

The Ukraine war has had a significant impact on individuals beyond just those directly involved in the conflict. The Defence Secretary of the UK, John Healey, recently revealed that his son decided to enlist...

Keir Starmer is being urged to consider increasing funding for defense and speeding up the UK's military capability review before Donald Trump returns to the White House. The Strategic Defense Review (SDR) currently underway...

Ukraine's relationship with the UK has become increasingly strained since the Labour government took power in July, as reported by officials in Kyiv. One major point of contention is the UK's failure to provide...

The late Queen Elizabeth II famously labeled 1992 as her "annus horribilis," a year of misfortune, due to numerous family problems and Windsor Castle catching on fire. Now, over 30 years later, her grandson,...

The British foreign secretary, David Lammy, has referred to his previous comments about the US president-elect, Donald Trump, as "old news." Lammy mentioned that calling Trump "deluded, dishonest, xenophobic, narcissistic," and a "neo-Nazi-sympathising sociopath"...

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated US President Donald Trump on his election victory and expressed his admiration for Trump's reaction to an assassination attempt during the campaign. Putin's remarks were made during a discussion...

David Lammy recently addressed past criticism of Donald Trump in a new interview, attempting to clarify his stance on the president-elect. His previous comments, where he referred to Trump as a "racist KKK and...

The unexpected possibility of Donald Trump visiting the small, seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea in the UK has caused quite a stir. Nigel Farage, the only MP in Britain who is close friends with the...

A two-month-old baby sustained a head injury after their pram collided with a moving train at Banbury Station in Oxfordshire. The accident report revealed that the distracted mother, who was juggling luggage, briefly let...

The British ambassador to Washington, Dame Karen Pierce, is being asked to extend her stay in her post as Donald Trump transitions to power, amidst upcoming changes in UK security and diplomatic roles in...

After Donald Trump’s victory in the US election, comments made by UK foreign secretary David Lammy six years ago have resurfaced. Lammy had referred to Trump as a “neo-Nazi sympathising sociopath” in an article...

As the US presidential election results continue to unfold, UK politicians are starting to share their thoughts on the outcome. With Donald Trump projected to win key swing states and declare victory, Sir Keir...

Sir Keir Starmer has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on what appears to be a successful re-election bid. Trump declared victory at a rally in Florida shortly after securing key battleground states. In...

The recent train crash in Wales that resulted in one passenger's death and several injuries was caused by a safety system failure, according to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB). The system, which is...

Queen Camilla is currently unwell with a chest infection, as stated by Buckingham Palace. Her doctors have advised her to rest for a short period of time. Due to her illness, she has withdrawn...

From countries like Jamaica to India, the anticipation for the US presidential election between Harris and Trump is palpable worldwide. In Browns Town, Jamaica, where Kamala Harris's father was born, residents are planning watch...

Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been spreading false information about voter fraud, causing concern among experts and prosecutors. Trump, following his 2020 playbook, has been claiming that Democrats are trying to steal the...

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Election day is finally here in America, and millions of voters are heading to the polls for what is being called one of the closest and most significant races in modern US history. The...

Donald Trump held his final rally in Michigan, where he continued to insult his opponents, including President Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, and Adam Schiff. Trump made derogatory remarks about their intelligence and appearance, garnering...

Kemi Badenoch, the new Tory leader, has made a controversial decision by appointing Dame Priti Patel as the shadow foreign secretary. Despite concerns over Patel's previous dismissal as a cabinet minister for unauthorized meetings...

Since becoming prime minister on 5 July, Sir Keir Starmer has been carefully strategizing for the upcoming US election. He has taken a twin-track approach by meeting with both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump,...

Hundreds of emergency workers, including civil and military personnel, are currently scouring shopping centers, garages, and underground car parks in the Valencia region of Spain. The search is ongoing following the devastating floods that...