The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

‘Conversation on future of aid long overdue’: UK looks to lead response to swingeing US cuts

Huge cuts by Trump administration to international aid budgets has left a vacuum and Britain is looking to lead efforts to find a path forward

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2025

‘Concerning’ lack of female-only medical trials in UK, say health experts

Exclusive: doctors and patients forced to make decisions in ‘vacuum of evidence’ as women under-represented in data

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2025

EU Humiliates Keir Starmer, Rejects Plea to Tackle Small Boat Crossings

In an awkward twist for Labour’s Brexit ambitions, Brussels has flatly turned down the UK’s request for access to EU migration data.

The Fashion Central · May 7, 2025

UK cardinal’s final reflections before entering conclave to elect new pope

Cardinal Vincent Nichols is one of more than 130 electors

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025

Samsung launches its 2025 TVs range in the UK, including its latest OLED and 8K flagships

Samsung's 2025 TVs are (finally) available to order now.

What Hi-Fi? · May 6, 2025

39% of people ‘not on track to afford even a minimum lifestyle when they retire’

The research from Scottish Widows highlighted several groups of people who may be at particular risk of falling short financially in retirement.

Evening Standard · May 6, 2025

Restoring species such as beavers, elk and bison ‘crucial’ for nature – charity

Rewilding Britain is supporting 13 initiatives, including ones restoring lost species to help nature, people and climate.

Evening Standard · May 6, 2025

Papal conclave begins – what is it and how long might it take?

The secret meeting of cardinals to elect a new pope is beginning on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025

UK sent Israel thousands of military items despite export ban, study finds

Trade data analysis shows British firms have exported items including munitions since suspension of key licences

The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025

UK cardinal asks for prayer as conclave begins and world watches for new pope

Three British cardinals are involved in the secret meeting to choose a new pontiff.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025