King Charles to acknowledge ‘painful’ colonial past on state visit to Kenya Monarch’s recognition will come as country prepares to celebrate 60 years of independence from Britain The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
SAS shot dead two sleeping Afghans in war crime, public inquiry told Two children were seriously injured in 2012 incident, inquiry into 80 deaths hears The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
Airlines suspend all flights between UK and Israel BA, Virgin, easyJet and Wizz Air make decision for safety reasons as MPs and families call on UK to evacuate nationals from Gaza The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
Deaths and abuse in UK immigration detention – my research shows extent of mental health problem The death of 39-year-old Frank Ospina, a Colombian man in immigration detention in the UK, shocked his family. Ospina was awaiting deportation, and his mental health appeared to deteriorate rapidly. He is thought to have taken his own life in March 2023. The Conversation · Oct 11, 2023
How to read Haruki Murakami in English the Japanese way – in four steps With more than 40 years of writing to choose from, it’s difficult to know where to begin when reading Haruki Murakami. Earlier this year in Japan, he published his 15th novel, The City and Its Uncertain Walls, though the release date for an English translation has not yet been announced. The Conversation · Oct 11, 2023
Spotify’s new audiobook streaming could have ‘devastating effect’, says Society of Authors The industry body says the music giant’s move to make more than 150,000 titles available has not been discussed with authors and may compete with sales The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
Most UK adults oppose flying Israeli flag on government buildings, poll finds MORE people in Britain oppose government buildings flying the Israel flag than support it, according to new polling ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023
Vanessa Feltz says Jewish people in UK are living in ‘fear’ amid Israel-Hamas war ‘It’s absolutely frightening here,’ presenter said The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Everything you need to know about bedbugs as increase in numbers is predicted An insect expert tells Lisa Salmon the unseasonably warm weather means bedbugs are likely to be on the increase in the UK, just like in Paris. The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
King condemns ‘barbaric acts of terrorism’ as Cleverly makes visit to Israel A Buckingham Palace spokesman said Charles is ‘extremely concerned’ about the escalating situation in Israel and Gaza. The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
King Charles to recognise ‘painful aspects’ of UK-Kenya history during first Commonwealth state visit The King and Camilla will fly to Kenya next month to help mark the 60th anniversary of its independence from Britain Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2023
UK weather: frost and heavy rain to bring end to unseasonably warm spell Lows of -3C and warnings of rain this week come after warmest October day in five years at beginning of month The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
UK to have highest inflation and slowest growth of any G7 economy, IMF says THE UK is set to become the slowest growing economy among major developed nations next year, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023
EU law could stop UK sending migrants to Rwanda despite Brexit, lawyers tell Supreme Court The argument was described as a potential ‘knockout blow’ for the government’s Rwanda deal if it is accepted The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023 'Lip service': SNP raise concerns over offshore worker visas with UK Government CONCERNS over the impact of the UK Government’s “extremely complex” visa rules for offshore renewables workers have been raised directly…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023 Gordon Brown think tank says Scotland should lead on 'rewiring' UK energy grid GORDON Brown’s think tank has insisted Scotland should lead efforts to “rewire” the UK’s electricity grid as renewable energy expands.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023 Boris Johnson did not want meetings with Nicola Sturgeon during Covid BORIS Johnson has said he thought it was "wrong" for him to hold regular meetings with Nicola Sturgeon and the Welsh First Minister during…
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Foreign Secretary visits Israel to show ‘solidarity’ after Hamas attacks Conflict is continuing in the region following the incursion into southern Israel by Hamas fighters.
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Charles to recognise ‘painful aspects’ of UK-Kenya history during state visit The King and Camilla will fly to the east African country to help mark the 60th anniversary of its independence from Britain.
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Hospitality industry demands unified deposit return scheme across UK and Ireland The United Kingdom and Ireland Licensed Trade Association has issued a statement
Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2023 WorldFirst founder abruptly quits after governance overhaul The London fintech had shifted operations to Asia at the instruction of Jack Ma-owned parent company Ant Group
The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023 Meet Jake Dryan, the British chef obsessed with Indian cuisine UK-based chef and food blogger Jake Dryan has dedicated his time to exploring Indian cuisine and has been covering the country’s varied culinary repertoire one State at a time. Having covered over 13 States including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and West Bengal so far, next week, he will start the…
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 UK isn’t prepared for bedbug invasion, top disaster expert warns UK already seeing rise in bedbugs, experts say – as Paris residents experiencing ‘living hell’
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Brexit red tape sees British expats locked out of their pensions UK’s exit from EU has seen overseas residents’ bank accounts closed – leading to ‘big problems’ accessing savings
The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023 Welcome to the microplex! The hidden world of Britain’s 1,500 tiny cinemas The film industry faces intense pressure, yet some independent cinemas are still flourishing. We meet the volunteers who are making it happen