India, UK agree ‘historic’ trade deal including tariff cuts Both sides celebrate the landmark agreement, which was several years in the making. Al Jazeera · May 6, 2025
Consequences of UK airstrikes on Yemen Letter: A better way to keep British shipping safe would be to cease arms sales to Israel, says Colin Archer The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025
‘Simply unworkable’: British film industry leaders aghast at Trump’s movie tariffs US president’s call for 100% tariffs on films ‘produced in foreign lands’ comes under fire, with actor Brian Cox saying Trump doesn’t understand how films are made The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025
How many visas for work or study are issued to Indian nationals? The most common work visa issued to Indian nationals in 2024 was for health and care workers. The Independent UK · May 6, 2025
‘Milkshake tax’: there’s growing evidence that expanding the UK’s sugar levy could help tackle obesity The UK government is considering expanding its sugar tax on fizzy drinks to include milkshakes and other sweetened beverages, as part of new proposals announced in April 2025. The soft drinks industry levy (SDIL), to give it its official name, was introduced in 2018 to reduce people’s sugar intake and… The Conversation · May 6, 2025
The UK is falling behind in tackling microplastic pollution – here are three ways the government can catch up Microplastics – fragments of plastic smaller than 5mm – are accumulating in the environment. They’re found in soil, water, food, even in human lungs, placentas and blood. These plastic particles shed from items we use daily, such as synthetic clothes, tyres, plastic packaging and paint. The Conversation · May 6, 2025
NordVPN introduces ID theft recovery for UK users – just as cyberattacks hit UK retailers As UK retailers suffer from cyberattacks, anyone affected can now benefit from NordVPN's ID theft recovery and financial reimbursement of up to £5,000. Tom’s Guide · May 6, 2025
Daily Giro d'Italia highlights to be broadcast on free-to-air TV, multi-camera view introduced on discovery+ Fans will be able to watch from the perspective of a single camera during the Italian Grand Tour, or watch highlights on Quest Cycling Weekly · May 6, 2025
‘Complete nonsense’ to choose between AI innovation and regulation, says U.K. lawmaker Lord Chris Holmes of Richmond says AI regulation shouldn't be seen as a trade-off as the the U.K. crafts safety legislation. Fortune · May 6, 2025
The LIVE Trust charity just made its first £500,000 from voluntary ticket price contributions The money will be used to fund grassroots music ventures all across the UK MusicRadar · May 6, 2025
‘Very chill’ wild beaver filmed on river after return of species to UK after 400 years The wild beaver reportedly didn’t pay any attention to its observers in the rare sighting The Independent UK · May 6, 2025
UK, India Strike Trade Deal Amid US Tariff Blitz The UK on Tuesday agreed a free trade agreement with India, its biggest such deal since leaving the European Union, after negotiations relaunched in February following US tariff threats. International Business Times · May 6, 2025
Transgender people’s lives at risk of being made ‘unliveable’, says Nicola Sturgeon Former Scottish first minister expresses concern about interim advice from EHRC The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025
Parliament’s newest MP takes her seat after by-election win over Labour Sarah Pochin was flanked by Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and chief whip Lee Anderson as she arrived in the Commons. Evening Standard · May 6, 2025
Bored Panda · May 6, 2025 60 Photos That Show What Life In Europe Looked Like 100 Years Ago Old photographs can be windows into a time we never experienced.
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 Badenoch ‘confident’ of leading Tories into next election despite drubbing Many of the Conservatives’ losses came at the hands of Reform UK as well as the Lib Dems.
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025 UK and India agree ‘landmark’ trade deal after three years of negotiations Deal could help UK industries hit by Trump tariffs, as ministers say it will add £4.8bn a year to economy by 2040
Evening Standard · May 6, 2025 Amazon to roll out low-cost Haul service in the UK The launch comes as Amazon seeks to battle the rapid growth of Chinese-linked e-commerce rivals Temu and Shein.
Evening Standard · May 6, 2025 UK and India agree trade deal, slashing tariffs on car and whisky exports The deal follows three years of talks and is set to boost several sectors which are hit especially hard by Donald Trump’s tariffs.
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 Starmer secures Britain’s biggest post-Brexit trade deal with India in ‘landmark’ agreement Deal on whisky, gin, cars and cosmetics set to boost economy and cut prices for shoppers – but Indian temporary workers and their employers in the UK get three-year exemption from national insurance contributions
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025 This is Britain on heat pumps: how a nationwide switch could help our planet For a growing number of property and business owners, upgrading with a heat pump means a move away from fossil fuels to a more carbon-friendly alternative
Space · May 6, 2025 Yellowstone holds potentially untapped cache of 'carbon-free' helium for rockets, reactors and superconductors Conventional helium production comes with enormous carbon emissions, so scientists are looking for alternatives in places like Yellowstone, Tanzania's Rukwa Rift and India's Bakreswar-Tantloi province.
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2025 Welsh Labour first minister says she is ‘losing patience’ with Starmer’s policies Eluned Morgan says her government will move ‘to the left’ and urges UK Labour to reconsider budget cuts
Evening Standard · May 6, 2025 Bank to delay rates announcement due to VE Day two-minute silence Britain’s central bank said it will publish the decision at 12.02pm rather than the usual time of noon.