More than a quarter of UK musicians lost all EU work since 2021, report finds Average tour earnings down 45%, with nearly three-fifths of musicians saying touring in Europe is no longer viable The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
UK-EU ‘reset’ summit may still happen next month despite delay speculation EU’s Maroš Šefčovič says summit will ‘probably’ be next month but sources say it could be put back as talks deadlocked The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
‘In the worst cases, they could lose all their A-level grades’: Students could resort to using smart glasses and hidden ear pieces to cheat in exams — but it’s not just a threat to UK schools UK government warns that cheating cases in exams are increasing, and it's because of the rise of smart devices. TechRadar · Jun 5
Henry Nowak case: How handcuffed UK student's murder by Sikh man sparked national outrage - timeline of events The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak by Sikh man Vickrum Singh Digwa sparked national outrage after police bodycam footage showed the Southampton student being handcuffed moments after he was stabbed. The incident triggered protests across the UK and drew reactions from prominent figures, ranging from Prime Minister Keir Starmer to… The Times of India · Jun 5
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Backrooms' - Liminal space horror you'll want to get lost in Released last week in the US and UK, this year’s breakout horror hit finally heads to European cinemas. It was worth the wait. Euronews · Jun 5
UK Targets Universities That Accept Students Using Study Visas to Work Illegally or Seek Asylum Instead of Studying UK targets universities over student visa abuse, with institutions risking bans on recruiting international students under stricter rules. International Business Times UK · Jun 5
Heartbreaking historical tales, unsettling scenes and shortlisted non-fiction – what to read, watch and see this week This curation of The Conversation UK’s arts and culture coverage was first published in our fortnightly newsletter, Something Good. The Conversation · Jun 5
UK Home Office to use AI age estimation on asylum seekers – how accurate is the technology? Starting next year, the Home Office plans to use AI-driven facial age estimation to assess the age of asylum seekers. At the UK border, deciding whether someone is 17 or 19 is a consequential judgment. Get it wrong one way, and a vulnerable child loses legal protections they’re entitled to.… The Conversation · Jun 5
Child drownings spike during heatwaves – and it’s a serious climate justice issue At least 15 people drowned in open water in the UK’s recent heatwave, mostly children and teenagers. The public response is understandably urgent: warnings are issued, parents are told to talk to their children, and young people are reminded that rivers, lakes, reservoirs and canals can be dangerous. The Conversation · Jun 5
2026 Epsom Derby betting offers and free bets from top UK bookmakers We rank the top betting offers for Saturday’s Epsom Derby, including free bets, money back promos and extra places The Independent UK · Jun 5
Buckingham Palace Handed Emails Accusing Disgraced Prince Andrew of Leaking State Secrets Prince Andrew is under investigation for allegedly leaking state secrets, with emails suggesting misconduct during his time as a UK trade envoy. He denies wrongdoing and awaits further legal proceedings. International Business Times UK · Jun 5
'Stop Interfering in British Politics': Starmer's Extraordinary Public Rebuke to Musk Over Viral Murder Case UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticises Elon Musk for comments on a murder case, accusing him of fuelling division. The case has sparked public anger and scrutiny of police conduct. International Business Times UK · Jun 5
Starmer rejects US ‘two-tier policing’ criticism over Henry Nowak murder Downing Street dismissed the suggestion, while the Lib Dems labelled it ‘flagrant foreign interference’. The Independent UK · Jun 5
How to support nesting birds in summer – the materials you should be leaving out to help birds build stronger, safer nests Now is a really important time to help UK birds Ideal Home · Jun 5
The Independent UK · Jun 5 How Russian threats to the UK rose to the highest level since the Cold War IN FULL
The Guardian - UK · Jun 5 How Britain was rocked by Henry Nowak’s murder – and why the US intervened Details about what happened, the rightwing response – and accusations by some of ‘two-tier policing’
France 24 · Jun 5 Feeling the heat: Women and climate change In a special edition, we examine how climate change is affecting the lives of women as rising temperatures and increasingly extreme weather events continue to impact communities worldwide. This as the world is also facing a warming El Nino climate pattern in the coming months. We report from India where…
The Conversation · Jun 5 The leftwing vote is splitting – we looked at who is moving to the Greens and what they care about Voters in England are increasingly turning away from the two main parties, as elections in 2024 and 2026 showed. Much discussion has focused on the rise of Reform UK, particularly among younger men. But what’s happening among women – and how is it affecting voting behaviour on the left?
Euronews · Jun 5 Don’t keep calm and carry on: British women are among the angriest in Europe, survey reveals Long delays and dismissive attitudes within UK healthcare systems are impacting older British women especially, leaving them angrier and sadder than the rest of Europe.
The Conversation · Jun 5 White storks: why introducing non-native species in rewilding projects can be a good idea White storks (Ciconia ciconia) are a majestic bird with a two-metre wingspan and an enormous circular nest.
TechRadar · Jun 5 'Slow or unreliable broadband is still a daily frustration for millions': Almost 9 in 10 Brits say fast Wi-Fi is ‘essential’ to their daily life With hybrid working and connected homes at an all-time high, 20m Brits say they'd move home to get a better connection.
The Independent UK · Jun 5 UK businesses still plan price rises despite easing Iran war fears as energy crisis bites The Bank of England’s survey showed that firms expected to increase their prices by 4 per cent over the next 12 months, according to data for May
The Independent UK · Jun 5 Russia threats to UK at highest level since the Cold War, military chief warns UK faces its ‘most dangerous period’ in decades as Moscow ‘risks crossing a line’, chief of the air staff says
Evening Standard · Jun 5 UK firms plan to raise prices by less than thought in April, survey finds The Bank of England’s survey showed that firms expected to increase their prices by 4% over the next 12 months, according to data for May.
The National (Scotland) · Jun 5 Scottish Labour 'to review link' with UK bosses after election hammering SCOTTISH Labour are reportedly set to review their links with their UK bosses after Anas Sarwar led the party to its worst ever Holyrood defeat.