London Daily
Focus on the big picture.
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026
LondOn!
Starmer Calls for Renewed ‘Hard Power’ Investment at European Security Summit
UK Prime Minister urges stronger defence capabilities and deeper coordination with allies amid mounting continental threats
Listen
UK Police Establish National Taskforce to Handle Domestic Epstein-Linked Allegations
New coordination group aims to assess and manage UK-related claims connected to Jeffrey Epstein’s network
Listen
UK Court Rules Ban on Palestine Action Unlawful in Major Free Speech Test
Judges find government designation of activist group exceeded legal powers, dealing blow to ministers’ counter-extremism strategy
Listen
UK Faces Prospect of Net Migration Turning Negative as Economic Impact Looms
Sharp fall in arrivals and rise in departures could reshape labour market, public finances and growth outlook
Listen
Senior Reform UK Figures Attend Launch of Satirical ‘How to Launder Money’ Book
Party representatives appear at London event for provocative political title, drawing scrutiny over optics and messaging
US Congress Seeks Cooperation from Lord Mandelson in Jeffrey Epstein Inquiry
House committee requests information from former UK minister over past contacts with convicted financier
Rupert Grint Addresses UK Political Climate at Berlin ‘Nightborn’ Press Conference
Actor says he opposes fascism but prefers to choose carefully when to speak publicly on politics
BrewDog Weighs Potential Sale as Founders Engage Financial Advisers
Scottish craft brewer explores strategic options amid shifting market conditions and investor pressure
Starmer Deploys UK Carrier Strike Group to Arctic as Security Concerns Mount
Prime Minister cites growing Russian activity in High North while renewed US interest in Greenland sharpens strategic focus on region
UK Says Russia Used Rare Dart Frog Toxin to Kill Alexei Navalny
British authorities allege exotic poison linked to tropical species was deployed in death of jailed opposition leader, intensifying diplomatic tensions
Prince William Meets Saudi Crown Prince as Epstein-Andrew Fallout Casts Shadow
Future British king’s diplomatic engagement in Riyadh unfolds amid renewed scrutiny of royal family ties to Jeffrey Epstein scandal
Listen
Restore Britain as a national political party
Quote of the Day
The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help.
Mayor of Serdobsk in Russia’s Penza Region Resigns After Housing Certificates Granted to Migrant Family Trigger Public Outcry
Marina Yermakova stepped down following backlash over state housing awards to two recently naturalized women linked to a former municipal employee.
Listen
Pentagon Reviews Anthropic Partnership After Claude AI Reportedly Used in Operation Targeting Nicolás Maduro
Defense officials reassess ties after Anthropic sought clarification on whether its model supported a classified mission, highlighting tensions over AI oversight in national security.
Listen
President Donald Trump and Hip-Hop’s Political Realignment: Pardons, Public Endorsements, and the Struggle Over Cultural Influence
High-profile rap figures are shifting from open resistance to visible engagement with Trump’s White House, raising questions about ideology, incentives, and power.
Listen
China’s EV Makers Face Mandatory Return to Physical Buttons and Door Handles in Driver-Distraction Safety Overhaul
Regulators move to curb touchscreen-only controls, hidden handles, and aircraft-style steering wheels, forcing major interior redesigns across the Chinese auto industry.
Listen
Goldman Sachs and DP World Executive Resignations: Elite-Reputation Risk and Corporate Governance Fallout From the Epstein Disclosures
Goldman’s chief legal officer plans to depart at the end of June, while DP World shifted its leadership immediately with Essa Kazim as chair and Yuvraj Narayan as group CEO.
Listen
‘Amelia’: The UK Government’s Anti-Extremism Game Villain Who Became a Protest Symbol
A fictional character created to deter youth radicalization has been adopted by immigration critics, fueling debate over free speech, extremism, and national identity in Britain.
Listen
Peter Mandelson Asked to Testify Before US Congress Over Jeffrey Epstein Links
Former UK ambassador and Labour peer is urged by House Oversight Committee members to provide testimony amid ongoing Epstein investigation
Listen
Prince William’s Saudi Visit Tests Diplomatic Balancing at a Sensitive Juncture
Heir to the throne navigates environmental advocacy and geopolitical realities during high-profile Middle East trip
Prince William’s Saudi Engagement Delayed After Extended Meeting with Senior Royal
Heir to the British throne arrives forty minutes late to scheduled event following prolonged lunch in Riyadh
New UK Drug Pricing Agreement Raises Fears of Wider NHS Budget Pressures
Revised pharmaceutical payment framework aims to secure medicine supply but may intensify financial strain across the health service
Two ISIS Supporters Jailed for Life Over Plot to Attack Jewish Targets in the UK
Court finds men guilty of preparing terrorist acts after uncovering plans to target Jewish community sites
UK to Require British Passports for Dual Nationals Entering Country from 25 February
Home Office confirms new rule mandating British documentation for citizens with dual nationality travelling to the UK
UK Introduces New Immigration Reforms to Accelerate Entry for Tech and Science Talent
Government unveils streamlined visa pathways and expanded eligibility to strengthen Britain’s innovation economy
UK Unveils Landmark Whistleblower Reward Scheme to Combat Serious Financial Crime
New government-backed programme will offer financial incentives to individuals who expose major economic wrongdoing
Renewed Epstein Document Releases Intensify Scrutiny of British Political Figures
Fresh disclosures in US court filings revive questions over past associations, placing UK public figures under mounting pressure
Salem City Council Approves Sister City Partnership with East Budleigh in the United Kingdom
Formal resolution establishes cultural and civic ties between Massachusetts community and historic Devon village
Court Rules UK Ban on Palestine Action as Terror Organisation Was Unlawful
Judges find government decision to proscribe activist group did not meet legal threshold under terrorism legislation
UK Government Bonds Rally Amid Political Speculation as FTSE 100 Trades Cautiously
Gilt yields ease during week of Westminster uncertainty, while equity markets weigh policy outlook and global signals
Walmart's Earnings and UK Economic Data Highlight Upcoming Financial Trends
Key Business and Financial Developments to Monitor This Week
Listen
UK Green Party Considering Proposal to Legalize Heroin for an Inclusive Society
Party aims to shift drug policy towards evidence-based practices at upcoming conference
Listen
SpaceX's New Vision: Lunar City Takes Precedence Over Mars Colonization
Elon Musk shifts focus to establish a moon base for satellite production and deep-space exploration.
Listen
OpenAI and DeepCent Superintelligence Race: Artificial General Intelligence and AI Agents as a National Security Arms Race
The AI2027 scenario reframes advanced AI systems not as productivity tools, but as geopolitical weapons with existential stakes
Listen
UK Economy Struggles to Gain Momentum in Fresh Setback for Government
Latest data show anaemic expansion as ministers face mounting pressure to revive growth
UK Government Launches Consultation to Accelerate Standalone 5G Investment
Proposals aim to modernise spectrum rules and infrastructure policy to unlock next-generation mobile network growth
Reeves Says ‘More to Do’ After UK Records Sluggish End to Year Growth
Chancellor acknowledges economic headwinds as fourth-quarter GDP edges up just 0.1%
UK Selects HSBC to Deliver Platform for Landmark Digital Government Bond Pilot
Treasury moves ahead with tokenised gilt issuance as part of push to modernise capital markets infrastructure
Over 1.4 Million NHS Staff in England to Receive 3.3% Pay Increase
Government accepts independent review body recommendations, boosting salaries for nurses, paramedics and other frontline health workers
Questions Mount Over Seasonal Adjustments in UK GDP Figures
Economists flag recurring fourth-quarter weakness and first-quarter rebounds as potential statistical distortion
UK Government Launches Formal Investigation into Proposed Sale of The Telegraph
Ministers intervene over media plurality and national interest concerns as ownership of historic newspaper group faces scrutiny
UK Economy Delivers Modest 0.1% Growth in Fourth Quarter, Falling Short of Expectations
Office for National Statistics data show sluggish expansion and continued sectoral underperformance at end of 2025
Labour MPs Urge Justice Secretary Not to Tighten Rules for Migrants Already in UK
Backbenchers warn retrospective changes could undermine integration and legal certainty for long-term residents
UK Announces £540 Million Weapons Package to Support Ukraine’s Defence
Britain commits a fresh air-defence and weapons supply boost to Kyiv as part of NATO-linked effort amid Russia’s intensified attacks
FTSE 100 Rally Falters as Corporate Earnings Disappointments Temper Market Gains
London’s blue-chip index stalls on underwhelming profit results from major UK companies and rising investor caution amid mixed macroeconomic signals
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
Listen
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
Load More
Playlist
Hide
0:00
0:00
Open
London Daily
Focus on the big picture.
0:00
0:00
Close
Prince William Meets Saudi Crown Prince as Epstein-Andrew Fallout Casts Shadow
Starmer Calls for Renewed ‘Hard Power’ Investment at European Security Summit
UK Police Establish National Taskforce to Handle Domestic Epstein-Linked Allegations
UK Court Rules Ban on Palestine Action Unlawful in Major Free Speech Test
UK Faces Prospect of Net Migration Turning Negative as Economic Impact Looms
Mayor of Serdobsk in Russia’s Penza Region Resigns After Housing Certificates Granted to Migrant Family Trigger Public Outcry
Pentagon Reviews Anthropic Partnership After Claude AI Reportedly Used in Operation Targeting Nicolás Maduro
President Donald Trump and Hip-Hop’s Political Realignment: Pardons, Public Endorsements, and the Struggle Over Cultural Influence
China’s EV Makers Face Mandatory Return to Physical Buttons and Door Handles in Driver-Distraction Safety Overhaul
Goldman Sachs and DP World Executive Resignations: Elite-Reputation Risk and Corporate Governance Fallout From the Epstein Disclosures
‘Amelia’: The UK Government’s Anti-Extremism Game Villain Who Became a Protest Symbol
Peter Mandelson Asked to Testify Before US Congress Over Jeffrey Epstein Links
Walmart's Earnings and UK Economic Data Highlight Upcoming Financial Trends
UK Green Party Considering Proposal to Legalize Heroin for an Inclusive Society
SpaceX's New Vision: Lunar City Takes Precedence Over Mars Colonization
OpenAI and DeepCent Superintelligence Race: Artificial General Intelligence and AI Agents as a National Security Arms Race
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
0:00
/
0:00
×
