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The UK has almost 50 Chinese electric car models – these are the 10 most exciting

China now builds some of Britain's most talked-about electric cars and plug-in hybrids

The Independent UK

Austria hits record temperature, Hungary curbs power use as Europe feels the heat

Austria recorded its highest temperature ever as a severe heatwave grips Europe. Hungarians reduced power use to ease grid pressure amid a significant drought. Italy issued red heat alerts for major cities, with temperatures nearing forty degrees Celsius. Wildfires raged in Albania, forcing evacuations and continued firefighting efforts. Europe's agriculture…

The Economic Times

In Britain, we equate blackness with the working class. It’s time for a rethink

In my new book, I narrate the existence, behaviours and sensibilities of the black British middle class, a social group largely ignored, until now

The Guardian - UK

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'They told you twice they don't want you': Andy Burnham reveals wife's reaction to PM bid

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has revealed that his wife initially opposed his decision to seek Britain's top job, reminding him that Labour members had already rejected his leadership ambitions twice before.

The Times of India

UK millionaires’ biggest fear is higher taxes would hit them harder than war

Ahead of the autumn Budget, potential tax hikes under Andy Burnham are worrying the ultra-wealthy

The Independent UK

Global Market: UK stocks rise after services PMI signals economic recovery

Britain's services sector returned to growth in July, with the S&P Global Services PMI rising to 52.1 as stronger domestic demand and easing cost pressures boosted activity. Improved business optimism and softer inflation supported UK and European equities, although employment and export demand remained weak, according to Reuters.

The Economic Times

'Lost': Migrants despair after Britain expels them back to France

The United Kingdom forcibly returned over a thousand migrants to France under a new treaty. This accord allows the UK to reject Channel crossers if deemed ineligible for asylum. In exchange, London accepts an equal number of migrants from France. The agreement aims to curb people smuggling and dangerous sea…

The Economic Times

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'He Gets It': Why Andy Burnham's Regional Charm Could Make Him Britain's First Long-Lasting PM in Decades

Andy Burnham's grounded leadership style as Britain's new prime minister is resonating with voters, offering a fresh contrast to recent predecessors. His regional identity and policy proposals spark both hope and scepticism.

International Business Times UK

Apple Fights Secret UK Government Backdoor Order as Britons Lose Access To Advanced iCloud Encryption

Apple is contesting a reported UK encryption order after removing Advanced Data Protection for British iCloud users.

International Business Times UK

Zoe Backstedt misses out on podium as Marlen Reusser wins Tour de France Femmes stage four

Britain’s Zoe Backstedt was just two seconds off the podium, with world time trial champion Marlen Reusser taking yellow for the first time alongside her stage win

The Independent UK

UK Sport to invest record £33m in GB’s Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes ahead of Alpes 2030

UK Sport are to invest a record £33m over the next Olympic cycle, an increase of £8m on the four years leading up to Milan-Cortina

The Independent UK

How rewilding could help stop the spread of Britain’s wildfires

Fire is natural in some ecosystems, but almost all British “wildfires” are started by people. Whether they become catastrophic increasingly depends on the landscapes they burn through. That’s why wildfire policy can’t only focus on preventing ignitions – it must go hand in hand with rebuilding landscapes that resist fire.

The Conversation

What is 'Operation Fortress'? Reform UK's military plan to stop migrants crossing English Channel

Britain's right-wing Reform UK party has unveiled 'Operation Fortress', a military-led plan that it says would end illegal migrant crossings across the English Channel if it comes to power.

The Times of India

Gatwick airport to open second runway after legal challenge fails

£2.2bn project will allow about 100,000 more flights a year to use Britain’s second busiest airport

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Count Binface: why Britain’s ‘joke’ election candidates deserve to be taken seriously

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s decision to resign his Clacton seat and force a by-election, amid scrutiny over his personal finances, has produced one of the odder spectacles in recent British politics. With every other major party declining to stand and despite a record 34 candidates running, his most prominent…

Cycling Weekly

'The line-up showcases what makes Britain such a special place to race' – Tour of Britain Men’s 2026 teams announced, including five WorldTour squads

Five UCI WorldTour teams among the 18 squads set to contest Britain's biggest race

Homes & Gardens

Barack and Michelle Obama Revived a 1910s Architectural Detail That Made Their 2004 Chicago Home Feel Fresh and Grounded

Hailing from 19th-century Victorian Britain, turn-of-the-century tiles gave Obama’s pre-White House home its standout organic character

International Business Times UK

Are British Pensioners Falling Behind? UK State Pension Still Trails Europe Despite Triple Lock Rise

The UK's state pension rises under the triple lock, yet comparisons with European systems highlight concerns about pensioner support and financial security in retirement.

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How rose-ringed parakeets went from escaped pets to one of Britain's most recognisable birds

Bright green, loud and unmistakable, rose-ringed parakeets have become one of the most recognisable birds in London's parks and gardens, despite having no natural historical presence anywhere in Britain. The species, native to parts of Africa and South Asia, was first confirmed breeding in the wild in Britain in 1969,…

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: Inside the right’s heated climate-denial debate

In today’s newsletter: A small chorus of right-leaning critics are trying to convince politicians that climate action is deeply unpopular, downplaying its seriousness in the process

International Business Times UK

Britain Signals AI Regulation Could Follow If Tech Giants Fail Voluntary Safety Tests

The UK government may introduce AI regulations if voluntary safety measures with tech companies fail to protect adequately, maintaining a lighter approach than the EU while prioritising public safety.

The Independent UK

Britain’s potato crop at risk amid ongoing heatwaves

Supermarkets have been told to expect smaller potatoes amid the ongoing heatwaves

International Business Times UK

'We'll Stand up for Britain': Nigel Farage Vows Biggest Royal Navy Channel Operation Since WWII Amid French Backlash

Nigel Farage's Reform UK plans a major Royal Navy operation to intercept Channel migrants, sparking legal disputes with France over international law and sovereignty. Discover the implications of this controversial proposal.

Evening Standard

Bankrupt Britain needs to tap into North Sea oil gold, says Donald Trump

The US president declared himself ‘very impressed’ with the Prime Minister, who indicated he was open to future drilling

The Economic Times

Apple launches new legal challenge to UK attempt to access encrypted user data: FT

The report said Apple last month lodged a legal complaint at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal - Britain's independent judicial body - over the Interior Ministry's ‌demand that ⁠Apple allow ⁠it access to encrypted cloud backups of data belonging to British users.

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