What could US-Iran peace deal mean for UK household costs? The impact on petrol and food prices, energy bills and mortgages if the truce holds and strait of Hormuz reopens The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
The UK’s social media ban for under-16s has just empowered big tech Age verification means that the sector’s biggest players will now have access to information that will only make them richer and more powerful, says technology journalist Taylor Lorenz The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
The impact Andy Burnham could have on UK finances if he becomes prime minister IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 19
'Be Ready': UK Mosques Told To Prepare for Worst-Case Scenarios After Surge in Anti-Muslim Attacks The Muslim Council of Britain urges UK mosques to enhance security measures amid rising anti-Muslim attacks, providing guidance on lockdown drills, CCTV improvements, and community cooperation. International Business Times UK · Jun 19
Read a book? Join a club? Stare at a wall? Social media alternatives for under-16s As the UK government proposes a ban, experts discuss what other activities might really serve children well The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Oukitel WP500 Ultra review: A flagship rugged phone with a unique thermal camera — but also an inflated price The Outkitel WP500 Ultra is a large, rugged phone with good camera sensors, a powerful SoC and a thermal sensor. TechRadar · Jun 19
EU-UK relations, 10 years after the referendum: Brexit or Regrexit? It has been a decade since British voters made the momentous decision to leave the European Union. The EU referendum result on June 24, 2016 led to a profound transformation of British politics, and to Brexit-related infighting that refuses to go away. But if the UK has not truly moved… France 24 · Jun 19
Facts and figures: the Makerfield byelection result in numbers From the proportion of votes secured by Restore Britain, to the percentage point difference in Reform UK’s fortunes, here are the takeaways The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Von der Leyen told EU leaders it's right time to consider a mandate for talks with Russia European Commission President von der Leyen told EU leaders it is time to be prepared and consider an EU mandate to negotiate with Russia on Ukraine, as Costa's controversial Kremlin outreach draws pushback. Euronews · Jun 19
It’s 50 years since the 1976 drought: how would the UK cope with its next major one? It’s 50 years since the intense heat of the 1976 drought hit the UK. The Conversation · Jun 19
What is a heat dome? Everything you need to know as UK braces for another heatwave IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 19
The HPV vaccine works – but only if we keep trusting it Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is already saving lives in the UK – and the scale of that success is striking. The Conversation · Jun 19
UK Actress Faces Life In Prison After Allegedly Smuggling Nearly $300 Million Worth Of Meth Into Australia British actress Emaa Hussen has been charged with attempting to smuggle 320kg of methamphetamine into Australia, hidden in charcoal shipments. The drugs' street value is estimated at £157 million. International Business Times UK · Jun 19
The Conversation · Jun 19 BBC to cut 550 jobs across news and radio – here’s what it means for audiences The BBC has announced 550 job cuts as part of a plan to save £500 million. Coming in the middle of the process of renewing its royal charter, this adds to uncertainly over the BBC’s future in terms of its purpose, funding and place in an increasingly divided UK.
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Ella Toone becomes Prostate Cancer UK ambassador after losing ‘hero’ father Toone lost her dad Nick, aged 59, in 2024.
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Extreme heat warning issued for parts of UK next week amid new heatwave The warning was posted for Monday and Tuesday for London, the east and south-east of England, and parts of the south-west of England and Wales.
The Conversation · Jun 19 Labour will get no second chances to change: Andy Burnham’s warning to his struggling party Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield byelection for Labour, gaining 55% of the vote on an exceptionally high turnout of 58.7%. He won 9,000 more votes than Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon, in what turned out to be an unusual byelection swing to the party of government.
The Independent UK · Jun 19 Britain could rejoin the EU on special terms, former chief Brexit negotiator says UK would not be forced to join the euro or Schengen, Michel Barnier said, but he would not be drawn on Margaret Thatcher’s budget rebate
RideApart · Jun 19 You Could Win a VIP Trip of a Lifetime to the Isle of Man TT for Just £10. If You Live in the UK The IOM TT organizers and Great North Air Ambulance Service have teamed up to offer the VIP trip of a lifetime to the TT. Entering the competition costs just £10.
Bored Panda · Jun 19 “Is Your IQ Above Average?”: Beat These 26 Hard General Knowledge Questions Is your general knowledge that advanced? Welcome to the ‘Most Difficult General Knowledge Test.’ 🧠🔥This is not your typical trivia quiz filled with easy facts everyone already knows, like “What is the capital of the UK?” or “Who was Nelson Mandela?” Here, you’ll face questions designed to test your memory,…
The Times of India · Jun 19 ‘Inappropriate humour, poor judgement’: UK information commissioner John Edwards quits after workplace probe John Edwards has resigned as the UK's Information Commissioner after an independent workplace investigation found there was a "case to answer" regarding allegations about his conduct.
The Economic Times · Jun 19 UK PM Keir Starmer vows to fight any challenge after leading rival Andy Burnham wins big Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declared he will not resign, vowing to contest any leadership challenge from Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. Burnham's decisive win in a parliamentary by-election has amplified calls for Starmer's departure, with some lawmakers fearing electoral defeat. Starmer, however, defended his two-year tenure and warned against…
The Guardian - US · Jun 19 World Cup schedule today: How to watch USA v Australia, TV channels & live stream Friday 19 June What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Friday 19 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options
The Guardian - UK · Jun 19 ITV wins World Cup ratings battle with BBC in tournament’s first week ITV had four of the five highest television audiences in the UK in the World Cup’s first week, topped by England’s 4-2 win over Croatia