EU deal gives ’12 years of certainty’ to Scottish fishermen, says Murray The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has described the agreement as a ‘horror show’. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
A second man is charged over fires at properties linked to UK Prime Minister Starmer A second man has been charged over a series of fires that targeted properties linked to U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
Cranswick launches independent review after pig farm abuse claims The UK’s largest pork supplier suspended using Northmoor Farm in Lincolnshire after covert footage emerged last week. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
Football fans face paying thousands of pounds for Europa League final trips Direct return flights from the UK to Bilbao in northern Spain cost from more than £1,000, while hotel rooms are at least £1,200. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
Woman who lost the ability to walk due to rare condition smashes cycling world record Sarah Ruggins cycled the length of the UK and back in five-and-a-half days The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
'Humiliated' Trump will let Putin off the hook on Ukraine to get Russia trade deal, says Ben Wallace The Former Defence Secretary made the prediction after a two-hour phone call between the US president and Russian leader Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
“Gary was so talented it actually haunted him. He wasn’t really in control of what was coming through him. That sort of thing always comes at a price”: How guitar icon Gary Moore snatched defeat from the jaws of victory with his early 80s solo albums The late Gary Moore made some classic solo albums – but he never got the success he deserved Louder · May 20, 2025
UK suspends trade talks with Israel as Lammy calls Gaza blockade ‘morally wrong’ and ‘unjustifiable’ – as it happened Foreign secretary tells parliament that the Israeli government’s ‘egregious actions and rhetoric’ are isolating the country from its friends and partners The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025
UK, France and Canada unite to condemn Israel’s ‘egregious actions’ IN FULL The Independent UK · May 20, 2025
UK fire chief took his life after alleged harassment over qualifications, inquest hears Wayne Brown, UK’s first black fire chief, left note saying he ‘can’t do this any more’ after alleged harassment and media attention The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025
Cyclist with rare condition breaks record for cycling length of UK and back Sarah Ruggins, who was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition as a teenager, has set a new world record. Evening Standard · May 20, 2025
Farm Stays Are Having a Moment — These 10 Peaceful Escapes in the UK Make for a Design-Conscious, Multisensory Countryside Break We took our pick from the finest rural getaways near London (and beyond) to bring you sojourns that delight the eye, the taste buds, and the mind Livingetc · May 20, 2025
EU to review trade relations with Israel over ‘untenable’ situation in Gaza, says top diplomat – as it happened Kaja Kallas says ‘strong majority’ of EU foreign ministers backs move to pressure Israel after UK suspends trade talks The Guardian - AU · May 20, 2025
UK, France and Canada threaten action as Israel vows to take over Gaza Several of Israel's key allies promised to take concrete action should Israel not halt its offensive and allow humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Euronews · May 20, 2025
International Business Times UK · May 20, 2025 TikTok Launches Bedtime Pop-Ups to Curb Teen Doomscrolling as UK Cracks Down on Online Harm Many teens are becoming more and more addicted to doomscrolling. To combat this problem, TikTok announced a new initiative.
The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025 UK cheesemaker welcomes new EU deal – but says it comes four years too late Simon Spurrell was forced to sell his business because of £600,000 loss caused by Brexit red tape
The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025 ‘People were buying crossbows faster than I’d like’ – how prepping went mainstream in Britain Once, getting ready for the apocalypse was for the paranoid. Now, in the face of cyber-attacks, climate breakdown and nuclear threats, the UK government recommends it. Should everyone have a survival kit?
Evening Standard · May 20, 2025 Reeves says Gulf trade pact is Government’s ‘next deal’ after EU summit Ms Reeves suggested economic growth would be strengthened through recent trade deals with the United States, the EU and India.
Louder · May 19, 2025 LA's hottest young alt. rock/shoegaze band Rocket announce UK and European tour, release new single One Million Rocket line up headline club dates ahead of supporting Smashing Pumpkins at huge UK shows
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 Most played artist in the UK takes crown for second time as full list is revealed Dua Lipa has reclaimed her title as the UK's most-played artist across radio, TV, and public spaces, according to music licensing company Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL).
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 PM insists EU deal is ‘looking forward to tomorrow’ amid fishing criticism The UK and EU are ‘prepared to say let yesterday be yesterday’, Sir Keir Starmer said.
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Starmer in angry Commons clash on ‘win-win’ UK-EU post-Brexit trade deal slammed by Farage as ‘surrender’ Tory leader Kemi Badenoch branded the agreement with Brussels as a ‘stitch-up for our country’
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025 UK ‘the sick person of the wealthy world’ amid increase in deaths from drugs and violence While mortality from cancer has decreased, deaths from accidents and poisonings have risen, research finds
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Dua Lipa named most played artist across UK TV and radio for second time US pop star Taylor Swift was the second most played artist of 2024.
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Gemma Chan says UK aid cuts cannot be borne by ‘most vulnerable children’ The actress and Unicef ambassador signed a letter calling on the Government to ensure that 25% of aid budget is spent on work for children.