In this dangerous age, Britain needs to exert soft power as well as the hard stuff Defence spending has to go up, but siphoning money from international aid is a self-defeating folly The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
International aid is as vital as defence spending – cutting either undermines British security When funding to support vulnerable countries is withdrawn, the risk of war and global destabilisation increases The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
Keir Starmer faces backbench rebellion over ‘shortsighted’ cuts to aid budget MPs ask ‘what will be left of Labour programme?’ amid calls for rethink and plan to speak out against decision The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
In renouncing aid and Europe, Starmer is sucking up to Trump Last week’s much-trumpeted Anglo-US meeting has not reduced concerns about Ukraine, Nato or tariffs – or boosted confidence in the UK government The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,102 These are the key developments on day 1,102 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Mar 2, 2025
How to watch 'Towards Zero' online – stream Agatha Christie TV show from anywhere Agatha Christie murder mystery makes transition from the page to the small screen. Here's how to watch "Towards Zero" online, on TV and from anywhere in the world. Tom’s Guide · Mar 2, 2025
Ukrainian President Zelensky To Meet European Leaders In London Ukrainian President Zelensky meets European leaders in London summit amid uncertainty over Russia-Ukraine conflict fallout. Top News · Mar 2, 2025
‘I won’t come out to watch him’: scepticism among British public over Trump’s second state visit On the streets of Windsor even some who don’t like the US president say the UK ‘can’t afford to fall out with America’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
How to watch Manchester United vs Fulham: Free live stream in the UK for tasty FA Cup fifth round tie All the information on broadcasters and a free live stream in the UK for Man United vs Fulham in the fifth round of the FA Cup at Old Trafford on Sunday March 2. FourFourTwo · Mar 2, 2025
Zelenskyy meets Starmer a day after public spat with Trump UK PM Keir Starmer embraced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and told him he had the UK's unwavering support. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Mar 2, 2025
Economy needs 'fundamental rebalancing' with Scottish investments, says Kate Forbes KATE Forbes will tell MSPs the UK economy needs a “fundamental rebalancing” as she calls on the UK Government to invest in Scotland’s industry… The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025
Anas Sarwar must 'end silence' on cuts to international aid, says SNP THE SNP have called on Anas Sarwar to “end your silence” on cuts to the international aid budget, after a minister quit the Labour government in… The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025
'Millions will suffer': Why Labour's aid cut will have devastating results BACK in July 2021, Keir Starmer – then leader of the opposition – stood at the despatch box lamenting a Tory plan to slash the UK’s foreign… The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025
Scottish universities 'in crisis due to UK policies', warns top trade unionist Scottish universities are in financial crisis partly due to a “hostile” political environment and the UK’s “draconian” immigration system,… The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy willing to ‘restore dialogue’ with Trump as European leaders head to UK for defence summit European heads of government and leaders of Canada and Turkey will attend talks aimed at presenting a united front on Ukraine crisis. What we know on day 1,103
Louder · Mar 2, 2025 "Will we let the machines take the stage, or will we fight for the irreplaceable magic of human artistry?" Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page hits out at UK Government's Artificial Intelligence proposals Led Zeppelin icon Jimmy Page speaks out as UK Government wraps up consultation into AI 'learning' capabilities
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025 What the papers say – March 2 The Ukraine conflict continues to dominate the news agenda on Sunday.
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025 European leaders gather in London to forge common purpose on Ukraine Sir Keir Starmer wants European leaders to be ready to lead peacekeeping efforts should a deal be struck.
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2025 European leaders meet in London to forge Ukraine peace plan as Starmer pushes for defence boost Sir Keir Starmer wants European leaders to be ready to lead peacekeeping efforts should a deal be struck.
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2025 Oscars 2025: What are the UK’s best chances for a win? Not one of this year’s nominees for best director is from the UK.
The Guardian - US · Mar 1, 2025 Pro-Ukraine protests erupt across US after Trump and Vance ‘ambush’ Zelenskyy Demonstrators surge in Vermont, New York City and Boston after Oval Office debacle with US president and vice-president
The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2025 Starmer hosts Zelenskyy for ‘meaningful and warm’ talks Ukraine leader embraced in No 10 and given £2.26bn defence loan one day after his White House dressing down
The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2025 Brat awards! Charli xcx wins five Brits for zeitgeist-conquering album Dance-pop artist picks up album and artist of the year prizes, while Ezra Collective see off big names to become first jazz artists to win British group
Evening Standard · Mar 1, 2025 Britain and France to take lead on Ukraine peace plan, says Starmer after Trump Zelensky White House clash The PM also vowed to double down on the UK’s commitment to supporting Kyiv against Vladimir Putin’s three-year war
Tom’s Guide · Mar 1, 2025 Man Utd vs Fulham live stream: How to watch FA Cup fifth round online and on TV today, team news All the ways to watch Man Utd vs Fulham live streams online and from anywhere as Ruben Amorim's strugglers host Marco Silva's in-form Cottagers in the FA Cup.