Brat’s back: Charli XCX to make Glastonbury return after prize-winning year The 32-year-old played her Partygirl set at Glastonbury Festival in 2024, but this time the singer is taking to a much bigger stage. Evening Standard · Jun 28, 2025
Border Force seizes £96m cocaine haul at London Gateway in one of UK’s biggest busts The 2.4 tonne find marks the sixth-largest cocaine seizure since records began. Evening Standard · Jun 28, 2025
Border Force seizes 2.4 tonnes of cocaine in one of UK’s largest-ever busts The £96 million find marks the sixth-largest cocaine seizure since records began The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2025
From mochi ice cream to strawberry sandos, Japanese sweet treats are tickling UK tastebuds These small, joyful indulgences are ‘an antidote to life’s uncertainties’, food trend watchers say The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2025
Transgender campaigners call for European rights body to report on UK Alliance of groups wants Council of Europe to investigate implementation of supreme court ruling on biological sex The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2025
Scottish ice cream parlour known for its 'Italian craftsmanship' among UK's best This ice cream parlour on a 'historic' street in Scotland has been named one of the best in the UK and is known for its 'Italian craftsmanship' The National (Scotland) · Jun 28, 2025
Free speech target or terrorist gang? The inside story of Palestine Action – and the plan to ban it It started as a group of activists on a budget – now it could be banned under terrorism laws. But were lobbyists behind the proposed ban? The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2025
OPINION - Iran, China and the world at war: what this week's Nato summit really told us This week saw a big change for Europe, Nato and UK security. It was agreed that Iran was not a mainstream Nato and Europe pre-occupation. Donald Trump has sucked the oxygen out of the headlines at the Nato summit in Holland by being referred to as the “big Daddy” –… Evening Standard · Jun 28, 2025
Does it make sense to get an air conditioner in the UK amid rising temperatures? LET’S UNPACK THAT: As the country gets set for summer and the mercury rises, many of us are dreaming of the icy tang of AC. But is it a waste of money or a smart investment to futureproof your home? Helen Coffey asks the experts The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2025
Voices: Why it is time for a new era for global aid and development COMMENT: The Fourth Financing for Development Conference in Seville must set a clear roadmap towards achieving three major changes, writes minister for international development Jenny Chapman The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2025
£3.6m EuroMillions prize remains unclaimed in UK The lucky ticket holder now has until 10 December 2025 to claim their prize The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2025
Rod Stewart tells UK to ‘give Farage a chance’ British rocker claimed that the Reform UK leader is ‘coming across well’ when asked about the political future of the UK The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2025
Rod Stewart comes out in support of Reform UK and Nigel Farage SINGER Rod Stewart has said that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is “coming across well” and that voters have “got to give [him] a chance” ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 27, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27, 2025 Lotus plans to end UK sportscar production, putting 1,300 jobs at risk Chinese owner Geely looks at options that include shifting assembly of its Emira from Norfolk to the US
Evening Standard · Jun 27, 2025 WWE Night of Champions 2025: UK start time, live stream and confirmed match card for today John Cena and CM Punk will headline WWE’s latest Premium Live Event
International Business Times UK · Jun 27, 2025 UK Government Allows Opt-Out from Emergency Phone Alerts—But Advises Public to Stay Subscribed Brits can opt out of receiving emergency alerts from the Government, including an upcoming nationwide test alert. However, Brits are advised to keep the notifications on for their safety.
The Conversation · Jun 27, 2025 Why experts expect Russian interference in upcoming election on Ukraine’s borders When Moldovans go to the polls in parliamentary elections on September 28, it will be the third time in less than a year – after a referendum on future EU membership and presidential elections last autumn.
Tom’s Guide · Jun 27, 2025 Windscribe VPN Free review Windscribe’s free plan is one of the best on the market, and it’s a strong option for streaming, torrenting, and private browsing, but it still has some areas for improvement
International Business Times UK · Jun 27, 2025 John Fredriksen Leaves London for UAE: What to Know About the Billionaire Shipping Tycoon John Fredriksen, one of the biggest British tycoons, announced he's leaving the UK. Here's what the billionaire explained.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27, 2025 Cautious optimism in UK on progress to secure British-Egyptian dissident’s release Writer’s mother eases hunger strike as Starmer raises Alaa Abd el-Fattah case in phone call with Egypt’s president
Evening Standard · Jun 27, 2025 UK’s financial watchdog launches probe into troubled Wood Group The Financial Conduct Authority’s probe will look into the period between January 2023 and November 2024.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27, 2025 Louis Moholo-Moholo obituary Jazz drummer with the Blues Notes who brought enthralling new sounds from South Africa to the wider world in the 1960s
The Conversation · Jun 27, 2025 Climate, conflict and energy security – our research shows how the EU’s industrial policy must change to face this polycrisis Industrial policy is back – it’s currently central to the agendas of both the EU and the UK. This resurgence comes amid a polycrisis marked by climate breakdown, social inequality, energy insecurity and geopolitical instability. And it reflects a wider shift. Governments across G20 countries are stepping in more actively…
The Conversation · Jun 27, 2025 The UK has published a ten-year industrial strategy to boost key sectors of the economy – here’s what the experts think The UK government has published a ten-year strategy outlining how it aims to boost productivity and innovation across eight key sectors of the economy. From the future of AI to energy security and net zero, it’s a broad and ambitious plan. Our experts assess what it tells us about how…