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China-critical UK academics describe ‘extremely heavy’ pressure from Beijing

Reliance on overseas students’ tuition fees under scrutiny as scholars describe chilling effect of being targeted

The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2025

'Exempt' XL Bully Kills Infant: How UK Dog-Law Loopholes Enabled the Tragedy

A nine-month-old baby was killed by an exempt XL Bully in Wales, sparking debate over UK dog-law loopholes and the safety of the exemption system.

International Business Times UK · Nov 6, 2025

Poor heart health linked to dementia diagnosis later in life, study finds

There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with dementia in the UK, but more than a third of people with the condition do not have a diagnosis

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

One in four UK adults ‘encounter scams multiple times each week’

The State of Scams in the UK report found one in six parents with children aged seven to 17 said at least one of their children had been scammed.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

Actor Eddie Marsan named as one of leading UK drama school’s vice presidents

Dame Judi has been president of Mountview since 2006 and this year it is celebrating its 80th anniversary.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

UK Banks Slash Mortgage Rates Before Key Bank of England Vote — Analysts Predict Shock 0.25% Cut

Major UK lenders have cut mortgage rates ahead of the Bank of England's upcoming decision, igniting a competitive mortgage market just days before the MPC meeting.

International Business Times UK · Nov 5, 2025

Starmer defies Farage on net zero as he vows 'full speed' on clean energy at COP30 summit in Brazil

World Leaders, Prince William, campaigners and academics are gathering at the climate change conference in Belem in the Amazon region

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025

PM vows to ‘stand up for our values and future’ at Cop30 with new power deals

The Prime Minister will use a speech to make the economic case for green energy.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025

‘We’re leading the way’: Starmer defends plans for green economy before Cop30

PM defies critics calling for a slowdown as he flies to Brazil, where he may have frosty reception after opting out of tropical forest fund

The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2025

The AI physio approved to treat NHS patients without a human doctor

In this week’s ScaleUp Standard, we meet the founder of AI physio Flok, and take a look at how to deal with co-founder dynamics - because you’ll probably be spending more time with your business partner than your spouse.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025