Could Count Binface deliver 'triple embarrassment' for Nigel Farage at Clacton by-election? The Reform UK leader quit as an MP as he faces a series of financial allegations Evening Standard · Jul 8
Why UK Multi-site Businesses are Handing Their Networks to a Managed Operator For any organisation running dozens or hundreds of sites, the network has quietly become the single point on which everything else depends. inkl · Jul 8
‘Vote Binface’ memes flood social media as major UK parties boycott Clacton by-election against Nigel Farage As Britain's major political parties boycott the upcoming Clacton by-election, social media has turned the contest into a meme fest, with "Vote Binface" trending as users jokingly urge voters to elect the satirical candidate over Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. The Times of India · Jul 8
‘He saw signs saying No Blacks – but he never got bitter’: Sterling Betancourt, the man who brought steelpan music to the UK Moving to the UK in the 1950s, the Trinidadian musician endured racism and built his own instruments from waste. After his death aged 96, his widow recalls his patience and positivity The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Windows Has a Hidden Device ID That Tracks You Beyond Any VPN: A UK Privacy Warning for Firms Windows' Global Device Identifier can compromise VPN anonymity, as revealed in a US court case. Learn why this matters for UK businesses facing cyber threats. International Business Times UK · Jul 8
Extradite political dissidents for repatriating child rapist: Pakistan's demand shocks UK Shabir Ahmed, 73, was released from prison last week after serving 14 years of a 22-year sentence for 30 child rape offences. Known as "Daddy" to his victims, he preyed on vulnerable girls as young as 12, supplying them with alcohol and drugs before subjecting them to repeated sexual abuse… The Times of India · Jul 8
Pakistan demands extradition of UK-based dissidents to accept grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed's deportation Pakistan has told Britain it must hand over political dissidents living in the UK if it wants Islamabad to accept the deportation of convicted Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed. The Times of India · Jul 8
The great carbon capture con: behold the wasted billions Burnham could claw back There are far better ways to tackle climate breakdown, but successive governments have chosen to listen to the fossil fuel companies instead, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Starmer urges ‘unity’ at Nato summit again overshadowed by Trump The Prime Minister said the gathering would prove to be ‘very important’ against the background of the Ukraine war and the US conflict with Iran. Evening Standard · Jul 8
More children eligible to use passport e-gates at London airports Up to 1.5 million additional children can use the gates as the busy summer holiday season gets underway Evening Standard · Jul 8
UK airports make e-gate rule change in bid to make flying with children easier Children must be at least 120cm tall to use the e-gates The Independent UK · Jul 8
Nigel Farage's £5m gift reported to UK crime agency over money laundering fears A £5 MILLION gift from a cryptocurrency billionaire given to Nigel Farage was reported to the National Crime Agency by bankers over fears it may… The National (Scotland) · Jul 8
Prince Harry's War on the Press Suffers Biggest Blow Yet as £50 Million Legal Bill Looms Prince Harry's privacy lawsuit against Associated Newspapers was dismissed by London's High Court, marking a significant defeat and potential £50 million legal costs for the Duke of Sussex. International Business Times UK · Jul 8
UK housebuilders have far too much power. Now a £4.5bn lawsuit could change that for good A legal case on behalf of some 700,000 people against the country’s biggest housebuilders could be a catalyst for much-needed industry reform, says Inside Housing’s Peter Apps The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
T3 · Jul 8 5 renter-friendly ways to stop your flat turning into a greenhouse in the next UK heatwave Summer heatwaves don't have to equal pain
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Need to adapt better, but reset will take time: Gautam Gambhir on India's struggles in UK In light of recent setbacks, head coach Gautam Gambhir pointed out the team's insufficient game awareness as a key issue. The Indian T20 squad is undergoing a notable transition, with several established players missing and newcomers stepping in. Gambhir stressed the importance of granting athletes more time to evolve. He…
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Calls for probe into lack of action on eVisa failings that resulted in data breach Exclusive: UK’s data regulator failing to hold the government to account for breaches, campaigners say
Evening Standard · Jul 8 ‘Farage by-election disrespects the people of Clacton’, minister claims The Reform UK leader has announced he plans to trigger a by-election, as he faces close scrutiny over gifts and support he has received.
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Back to 'normal' conditions here after playing on easy wickets in IPL: England pacer Jofra Archer Jofra Archer feels English bowling conditions are normal after playing in India. England secured a significant victory against India in the third T20I match. Indian batters struggled with the challenging UK conditions throughout the series. Archer and Tongue's pace proved effective in dismantling India's batting lineup. The series continues with…
Euronews · Jul 8 Vikings, Victorians and vultures: UK’s first live-action historical show park to open in July The new attraction, Kynren – The Storied Lands, tells stories from England’s history both real and fictional across shows and immersive experiences.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Wednesday briefing: How Farage’s byelection gambit may already have backfired In today’s newsletter: Reform UK’s leader has quit as Clacton MP to set up a ‘people v the establishment’ vote over his financial record. Here’s what happens now
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 UK Shipyards to Build Dutch-Designed Drone-Ready Warships in £2.4bn NATO Deal to Boost Fleet The UK and Netherlands have signed a £2.4 billion defence deal to build eight amphibious warships in British shipyards, enhancing military cooperation and supporting skilled jobs.
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Ahead of India-UK FTA rollout on July 15, specialty chemicals industry seeks clarity on rules of origin Industry stakeholders say lower tariffs and improved market access will strengthen India's specialty chemicals sector, but they call for clarity on rules of origin, regulatory standards, and implementation.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Almost no progress made on UK regional household income divide in 30 years, report finds Despite promises of successive governments, gap between richest and poorest areas consistent since 1997
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Asylum seeker in UK as part of ‘one in, one out’ scheme says it is unfair on those deported Man flown from France as part of legal entry programme decries effect on others ‘who may have a similar case’