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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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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
UK Considers Restrictions on Children’s Use of VPNs Under Online Safety Reforms
Ministers examining whether virtual private networks used to bypass age checks should be limited for minors amid enforcement challenges
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Britons More Likely Than Citizens Anywhere Else to Name Immigration as Their Top Concern
New global polling shows the United Kingdom leads the world in public concern about migration, fuelled by domestic political debates and media focus
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
We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s
Spain’s proposed crackdown on youth access and platform liability crystallizes a deeper struggle over who governs digital space—states or tech executives
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McDonald's Shortens Breakfast Hours in Australia Due to Egg Shortage
Breakfast will end at 10:30 a.m. instead of midday following bird flu outbreaks affecting egg supply.
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JD Vance X Post on Armenian Genocide Deleted After Yerevan Memorial Visit
Vice president’s account briefly used the term ‘genocide’ before removal, as White House confirms no shift in administration policy
Pakistani Lawyer Challenges ‘Period Tax’ in Landmark Case Targeting Menstrual Inequality
Legal petition seeks removal of up to forty percent tax burden on sanitary products, aiming to confront stigma and expand access to essential menstrual health care
Mass Shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia Leaves Nine Dead and Dozens Wounded
Female suspect found deceased as authorities confirm Canada’s deadliest school-related attack in decades and continue investigating motive
Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
The pro-democracy media tycoon receives the harshest penalty under the national security law.
Alice Weidel calls for investigation into Nord Stream sabotage, blaming Ukraine and Zelensky
"Ukraine and Zelensky must pay for sabotage, and return the billions sent in aid."
Pilot in Hawker Beechcraft BE-36 makes emergency landing and crashes into vehicles on a busy road.
Last words included a heartfelt message to his wife, Molly.
Conservative MP Katie Lam condemns Government's move to delete UK's largest court record archive
The decision is criticized for dismissing the struggles of victims and whistle-blowers.
Female African co-worker in Qatar fights off attempted rape by two men.
California's 2026 Billionaire Tax Act proposes a one-time 5% levy on billionaires' assets.
Initiative targets residents with a net worth of $1.1 billion or more.
Heineken announces cut of 6,000 jobs due to declining beer demand
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Beijing Brands UK Hong Kong Visa Expansion ‘Despicable and Reprehensible’ After Jimmy Lai Sentencing
China condemns London’s broadened British National (Overseas) visa pathway as interference following pro-democracy activist’s 20-year prison term
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Tesco Chief Warns UK Is ‘Sleepwalking’ Toward a Joblessness Crisis
Retail leader says welfare and skills policies risk pushing millions out of work as employers struggle to fill roles
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Trump’s ‘Act of Great Stupidity’ Comment on UK Chagos Deal Reverberates Through Diplomacy and Strategy
US president’s sharp rebuke of Britain’s agreement to transfer Chagos Islands sovereignty to Mauritius highlights deep strategic disagreements and prompts diplomatic engagement
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London, the capital city of a 3rd world country
YouTuber Outsmarts Filipino Scammers by Hijacking Their Call Center
The YouTuber gained control of cameras and renamed accounts, leaving the scammers shocked.
Prime Minister Keir Scammer pledged to never walk away from the job he failed to do
mr. Scammer serves neither the country nor its people. Instead, taxpayers fund his salary and lifestyle while he delivers nothing in their interest and consistently acts against them.
We must obtain the full horror of the rape gangs from these court transcripts. The British people deserve to know the unredacted brutal truth - this petition will help
New U.S. filings say Jeffrey Epstein repaid Les Wexner one hundred million dollars after theft allegation
The payment, described as a private settlement in two thousand eight, renews scrutiny of the long financial relationship that helped fuel Epstein’s fortune.
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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledges 2012 visit to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island as lawmakers scrutinise past ties
Testifying on Capitol Hill, Lutnick said he and his family stopped for a brief lunch during a Caribbean trip, as senators questioned discrepancies with earlier accounts of their contact.
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University of Kentucky Economic Development Collaborative to Host 2026 ‘State of the EDC’ Forum
Annual event will showcase strategic findings and plans to shape future economic development across Kentucky
Paul Dacre Testifies in UK Privacy Trial, Expresses Deep Anger at Allegations Against Daily Mail
Veteran newspaper figure refutes claims of unlawful information gathering as high-profile claimants pursue damages in London High Court
UK NHS Trust Recruits Specialist Nurse to Support Families Affected by Close-Relative Marriages
Advert for neonatal nurse focused on consanguineous family support sparks national debate over health risks and cultural sensitivity
Starmer Stands Firm After ‘Leadership Coup’ Fears Amid Epstein Fallout and Party Unrest
UK prime minister averts an internal challenge but remains under pressure from within Labour as political tensions deepen
Bangor University Student Society Refuses Reform UK Event, Sparking Heated Debate on Campus Speech
Welsh student debating group declines to host Reform UK MPs citing discriminatory concerns, prompting backlash and political threats over funding
Apple and Google Commit to App Store Reforms After UK Regulator Intervention
London’s Competition and Markets Authority secures voluntary commitments to enhance fairness and transparency for developers on dominant mobile platforms
Epstein Revelations End Peter Mandelson’s Political Career and Trigger UK Scandal
Newly released documents showing former British elder statesman’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein lead to resignation, police inquiry and government turmoil
Helsing and Stark Defence loitering-munition drones and Germany’s race to industrialise battlefield autonomy
Berlin is moving to buy large numbers of one-way strike drones under deals that could reach about four point three billion euros, with parliament still needing to sign off.
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UK orders deletion of Courtsdesk court-data archive, reigniting the fight over who controls public justice records
The shutdown of a platform used by thousands of journalists raises sharp questions about transparency, accountability, and state power over court information.
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China praises Hong Kong High Court's 20-year sentence for media tycoon Jimmy Lai
A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson stated that the 78-year-old deserves severe punishment for national security violations.
California court hears case on Instagram and YouTube's impact on young woman's mental health
The lawsuit questions if tech companies can be held responsible for addiction-related harm to minors.
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Document Suggests Prince Andrew Shared UK Briefing on Afghan Investment Opportunities with Jeffrey Epstein
We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s
McDonald's Shortens Breakfast Hours in Australia Due to Egg Shortage
Heineken announces cut of 6,000 jobs due to declining beer demand
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
Helsing and Stark Defence loitering-munition drones and Germany’s race to industrialise battlefield autonomy
UK orders deletion of Courtsdesk court-data archive, reigniting the fight over who controls public justice records
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
The Implications of Expanding Voting Rights to Non-EU Foreign Residents in France
Ghislaine Maxwell to Testify Before US Congress on February 9
Al.com Acquired by Crypto.com Founder for $70 Million
Apple iPhone Lockdown Mode blocks FBI data access in journalist device seizure
Belgium: Man Charged with Rape After Faking Payment to Sex Worker
KPMG Urges Auditor to Relay AI Cost Savings
US and Iran to Begin Nuclear Talks in Oman
Winklevoss-Led Gemini to Slash a Quarter of Jobs and Exit European and Australian Markets
Canada Opens First Consulate in Greenland Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
China unveils plans for a 'Death Star' capable of launching missile strikes from space
NASA allows astronauts to take smartphones on upcoming missions to capture special moments.
Trump administration to launch TrumpRx.gov for direct drug purchases
Investigation Launched at Winter Olympics Over Ski Jumpers Injecting Hyaluronic Acid
U.S. State Department Issues Urgent Travel Warning for Citizens to Leave Iran Immediately
Wall Street Erases All Gains of 2026; Bitcoin Plummets 14% to $63,000
Epstein Case Documents Reignite Global Scrutiny of Political and Business Elites
Eighty-one-year-old man in the United States fatally shoots Uber driver after scam threat
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
DOJ Unveils Millions of Epstein Files, Fueling Global Scrutiny of Elite Networks
France Begins Phasing Out Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Advance Digital Sovereignty
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