US-UK trade deal: How are Trump’s global tariff talks shaping up? UK and US leaders to hold separate media events outlining Donald Trump’s first trade deal since global tariffs move. Al Jazeera · May 8, 2025
Bank of England cuts rates as governor welcomes UK-US trade deal Interest rates were cut from 4.5% to their lowest level since May 2023, in their fourth reduction over the past year. Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
Dollar Pushes Higher and Gold Falls as Global Trade Tensions Ease The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.30%. The dollar today is moderately higher on easing global trade tensions after President Trump announced a new comprehensive trade deal with the UK. The dollar also found support after US weekly jobless claims fell more than expected and Q1 unit... Barchart · May 8, 2025
What does the UK trade with the US, and what is at stake? The PA news agency looks at how much trade the UK has with the US, amid a press conference on a trade deal between the two countries on Thursday. Evening Standard · May 8, 2025
The real reason cruise passengers are getting younger – and their top chosen destinations Immersive ships and destinations are attracting new passengers onto cruise ships The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
Trump unveils first deal since launching trade war with multi-billion dollar agreement with the UK Trade agreement will streamline US product exports while easing some tariffs on the UK The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
From snail slime to salmon sperm: the K-beauty boom hits UK high streets South Korean skincare retailers want to capitalise on viral sales of beauty ranges by opening high street stores across the UK The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025
Somaliland’s 30-year quest for recognition: could US interests make the difference? More than three decades after unilaterally declaring independence from Somalia, Somaliland still seeks international recognition as a sovereign state. Despite a lack of formal acknowledgement, the breakaway state has built a relatively stable system of governance. This has drawn increasing interest from global powers, including the United States. As regional… The Conversation · May 8, 2025
UK employers reliant on foreign workers face visa crackdown Firms would have to show they are investing in UK staff before recruiting abroad The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025
The challenges preventing businesses from achieving good digital health UK firms must overcome tech, budget and cultural hurdles to achieve strong digital health. TechRadar · May 8, 2025
Stocks Rally on UK Trade Deal and Chip Rule Change The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.57%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.53%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.79%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25 ) are up +0.55%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures... Barchart · May 8, 2025
Watch in full: Trump announces historic US-UK trade deal Watch as Donald Trump is set announced a historic US-UK trade deal on Thursday (8 May), with the US president hailing it as a “full and comprehensive” agreement. The Independent UK · May 8, 2025
Donald Trump set to announce new UK trade deal — how to watch DONALD Trump is set to announce a new trade deal between the UK and the US today. The National (Scotland) · May 8, 2025
Autosport · May 8, 2025 Gambrell the early leader as Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings return The UK racing season is now two months old so it is time to restart the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings and racing rookie Steve Gambrell is the surprise early pacesetter.
Guitar World · May 8, 2025 “What started out as an instrumental album quickly changed”: Stone Temple Pilots’ Dean DeLeo announces One More Satellite – a new collaborative project that stars a host of special guests Drummers Eric Kretz and Brian Tichy, as well as UK vocalist Pete Shoulder, were brought onboard for the record, which will arrive this summer.
Evening Standard · May 8, 2025 Arrivals may need better English as part of migration crackdown, suggests No 10 An immigration White Paper is expected to be published next week and is likely to include measures aimed at reducing net migration into the UK.
The National (Scotland) · May 8, 2025 'Fantastic' hotel in Scotland named the best 'one of a kind' stay in the UK This "fantastic" hotel in Scotland has been named the best "one of a kind" stay in the UK at Tripadvisor's 2025 Travellers'…
Evening Standard · May 8, 2025 Journalist targeted by Russian spy ring said ordeal was ‘deeply detabilising’ Bellingcat investigative journalist Christo Grozev had a victim impact statement read to the court on Thursday.
Autosport · May 8, 2025 The former F1 team owner now racing pre-war machines You would be hard pushed to find two more contrasting environments in the world of motorsport. The friendly paddock of pre-war categories here in the UK may bear little resemblance to the grandiose yet “cut-throat” Formula 1 conclave, but it is at these far more humble club events that you…
International Business Times · May 8, 2025 Trump Announces Trade Agreement With UK "The agreement with the United Kingdom is a full and comprehensive one that will cement the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom for many years to come," the president posted on his Truth Social platform.
Radio France Internationale · May 8, 2025 World marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day under the shadow of war As the world celebrates 80 years since the defeat of Nazi Germany, Victory in Europe Day events this year take place under the shadow of the war in Ukraine and shifting global allegiances. While Emmanuel Macron presides over solemn tributes in Paris, China's Xi Jinping and Brazil’s Lula da Silva…
The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025 Mood-boosting rate cut is a fillip for Reeves but leaves future uncertain Split in Bank of England votes muddies waters as to direction of monetary policy in coming months
The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025 MPs seek assurance that UK gender guidance will not ignore trans people Exclusive: Cross-party committee writes to EHRC after concerns it has taken overly literal approach to supreme court ruling
The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025 Core principles: the return of ‘real’ cider Much modern cider is mass-produced with the bare minimum fruit content of questionable provenance, but the UK used to be the world leader in fine ciders. Luckily, a new generation of terroir-focussed makers is finally emerging …