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David Lammy to host JD Vance at country retreat as US and UK at odds over Gaza conflict

The foreign secretary is reported to have attended mass at the vice-president’s Washington residence during a visit in March

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025

Two rare tiger cubs born at UK safari park

Amur tigers, the largest cat species in the world, are classified as endangered.

Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025

Hoped-for summer boost for retailers failed to materialise, figures show

Data released by BRC-Sensormatic shows total UK footfall was down by 0.4% year on year in July.

Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025

UK’s surveillance flights over Gaza raise questions on help for Israeli military

Government says it controls what information is shared as critics question the role of intelligence gathering

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025

Why do people riot?

Just over a year ago, riots swept across parts of the UK following the murder of three schoolgirls in Southport. In 2011, the police killing of Mark Duggan led to five nights of rioting that left five people dead. And in 1981, there were weeks of rioting in cities across…

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2025

Prince Harry 'Very Upset' as Sentebale Chair Mentions Princess Diana Amid Charity Scandal

Prince Harry is said to be 'very upset' after Sentebale chair Sophie Chandauka referenced Princess Diana and raised racial issues in a charity scandal that has prompted multiple resignations and a Charity Commission probe.

International Business Times UK · Aug 7, 2025

4 regions you didn't know already had age verification laws - and how they're enforced

The UK’s Online Safety Act is now law. How does it compare to similar laws around the world?

TechRadar · Aug 7, 2025

'You don't know what it's been cut with': The dangerous rise of backyard Botox

People are increasingly administering their own ‘tox— sometimes to nightmarish effect. So what’s behind the DIY movement and what are the risks? Arielle Domb reports

Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025

Hong Kong activists in Britain should be able to rely on police protection

Letter: A parliamentary report on transnational intimidation by China should spur ministers into action, writes Sara Rydkvist

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025

Bank lowers UK interest rates but warns ‘uncertainty’ about future cuts

Governor Andrew Bailey described it as a ‘finely balanced decision’ after MPC members were forced to hold a second vote.

Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025