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Monday, Feb 16, 2026
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UK Financial Regulator Considers Easing Listing Rules to Draw More Chinese Companies to London
Proposed reforms aim to boost the City’s competitiveness by making it easier for overseas groups, including Chinese firms, to float shares
Danish Minister Urges UK to Disperse Migrants Beyond Major Cities, Citing Denmark’s Regional Model
Copenhagen calls for broader geographic distribution of asylum seekers, suggesting smaller communities such as Somerset should share responsibility
Klarna Expands Buy Now, Pay Later Service to UK Google Pay Users
Swedish fintech integrates flexible payment options into Google Pay wallet, widening access for British shoppers
January UK Inflation Data Set to Test Pace of Price Pressures and Interest Rate Outlook
Economists watch for shifts in core inflation, services costs and energy effects as Bank of England weighs timing of further rate decisions
UK Government Abandons Proposal to Postpone May Council Elections After Mounting Backlash
Ministers reverse course on delaying local votes, intensifying scrutiny over policy U-turns and electoral strategy
UK Banks Explore Home-Grown Card Network to Rival Visa and Mastercard Amid Geopolitical Concerns
Senior banking executives assess feasibility of a domestic payments scheme to reduce reliance on US giants as political uncertainty grows
Ice and Snow Warnings Issued as Fresh Arctic Air Brings Subzero Temperatures Across the UK
Met Office alerts millions to hazardous travel conditions as wintry showers, frost and icy roads follow a renewed plunge in temperatures
California Governor Newsom and UK Forge Major Clean Energy Partnership Backed by Nearly $1 Billion in Octopus Energy Investment
Gavin Newsom signs transatlantic climate and clean technology accord with UK that opens markets, strengthens research ties and attracts Octopus Energy’s large climate tech commitment
Trump Criticises Newsom’s UK Climate Pact, Defends Federal Authority Over Foreign Engagements
Former president says California governor’s overseas clean energy agreement is ‘inappropriate’, arguing international policy must remain under national leadership
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UK’s Top Prosecutor Says ‘No One Is Above the Law’ as Police Review Claims Against Ex-Prince Andrew
Director of Public Prosecutions affirms legal equality amid mounting scrutiny over alleged conduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein and official duties
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A massive 17-car crash at NASCAR’s Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach, Florida
Businessman Adam Brooks weighs in on the reports that the US is set to help Hamit Coskun flee the UK, over free speech concerns
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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi Releases 3.5 Million Pages of Jeffrey Epstein Case Files
Documents include numerous references to former President Bill Clinton and details regarding international travel linked to Epstein
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Quote of the Day
British comedian Pat Smith brilliantly points out the hypocrisy surrounding the subject of mass migration in the UK
But how do we convince politicians who were bribed by Qatar to convert Britain into an Islamic state that this comedian is not joking?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Comment on European allies report blaming Russia for killing late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny using toxin from poison dart frogs
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Prince William Meets Saudi Crown Prince Amid Renewed Calls to Address Human Rights Concerns
UK royal holds high-level talks during regional visit as advocacy groups urge greater transparency on rights issues
UK’s Strategic Munitions Factory in Wales Still Awaited as Defence and Ukraine Needs Grow
High-tech Glascoed artillery shell plant has yet to open despite forecasts and is now in testing after capacity was doubled mid-construction
UK Expert Warns Social Media Is Misleading Young People About Gender Transitioning
Leader of major review into youth gender identity services says online portrayals can create unrealistic expectations and contribute to rising referrals
UK Deportation Flight Aborted After Detainee Swallows Vape Battery, Prompting Safety and Policy Scrutiny
Home Office charter jet cancelled when a male detainee ingested a lithium vape battery before departure, triggering hospital treatment and an investigation
French Alps Tragedy: Instructor Ignored Safety Warnings Before Two British Skiers Killed in Avalanche
Avalanche claims three lives in Val d’Isère amid high danger ratings, prompting a manslaughter investigation and renewed focus on off-piste safety
UK Braces for Snow and Rain as Met Office Extends Yellow Weather Warnings
Forecasters warn of widespread snow, sleet and heavy rain across large swaths of the country with travel and flood risks
How UK Viewers Can Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics and Follow Team GB’s Historic Campaign
Comprehensive broadcast options, event schedule and British medal contenders as the Winter Games unfold in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo
UK Youth Unemployment Climbs Sharply as Labour Market Strains Deepen
Official figures show joblessness rising fastest among young workers, with Bank of England analysis pointing to wage and cost pressures
Far-Right Activists Rally Behind Rupert Lowe in Escalating Reform UK Power Struggle
Internal tensions deepen as grassroots hardliners signal support for MP challenging party direction and leadership authority
China Confirms Visa-Free Entry for UK and Canadian Nationals in New Travel Opening
Beijing extends short-term visa exemption to British and Canadian passport holders as part of broader push to revive tourism and business ties
Eighty-Year-Old Lottery Winner Sentenced to 16.5 Years for Drug Trafficking
John Spiby, who won £2.4 million in the UK lottery, established a drug empire instead of retiring peacefully.
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UK Quran Burner May Receive Asylum in the US Amid Legal Challenges
Hamit Joushkon faces potential relocation as US government considers support amid British court appeal that may support colonialism in favor of terror rather than freedom of speech and western values.
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Rubio Calls for Sweeping U.N. Reform, Saying It Has Failed to End Wars in Gaza and Ukraine
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, the U.S. secretary of state praised American-led diplomacy while arguing the U.N. is no longer fit for purpose on major conflicts.
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UK-Bound Jet2 Flight Diverts to Brussels After Midair Fight Forces Emergency Landing
Police removed two disruptive passengers after a violent altercation on a Turkey-to-Manchester service, and the airline imposed lifetime bans
10,000 Condoms Distributed at Winter Olympics 2026 Athlete Village Depleted Within 72 Hours
Initial supply provided under IOC safe-sex policy ran out three days after the opening of the Winter Games athlete village
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Poland's President Advocates for Evaluating Independent Nuclear Weapons Development
Amid rising threats from Russia, a potential shift in Poland’s defense strategy is being considered.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Viral AI video of Tom Cruise fighting Brad Pitt sparks Hollywood panic: 'It's likely over for us'.
A hyper-realistic video showing Tom Cruise trading blows with Brad Pitt on a rooftop - created, its maker said, with artificial intelligence - jolted Hollywood this week and prompted one of its most successful screenwriters to issue a bl...
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Trump Criticises Newsom’s UK Climate Pact, Defends Federal Authority Over Foreign Engagements
UK’s Top Prosecutor Says ‘No One Is Above the Law’ as Police Review Claims Against Ex-Prince Andrew
Businessman Adam Brooks weighs in on the reports that the US is set to help Hamit Coskun flee the UK, over free speech concerns
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi Releases 3.5 Million Pages of Jeffrey Epstein Case Files
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Comment on European allies report blaming Russia for killing late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny using toxin from poison dart frogs
Eighty-Year-Old Lottery Winner Sentenced to 16.5 Years for Drug Trafficking
UK Quran Burner May Receive Asylum in the US Amid Legal Challenges
Rubio Calls for Sweeping U.N. Reform, Saying It Has Failed to End Wars in Gaza and Ukraine
10,000 Condoms Distributed at Winter Olympics 2026 Athlete Village Depleted Within 72 Hours
Poland's President Advocates for Evaluating Independent Nuclear Weapons Development
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
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