The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Met Office weather warning: UK braces for snow and ‘arctic blast’

There were speculations of snow and blizzards hitting the country this week due to a phenomenon called Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW), but Met Office forecasters have clarified it will arrive in a few weeks instead

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

No economic 'knockout' yet from West's sanctions on Russia

One month into the invasion of Ukraine, President Joe Biden declared that sanctions against Russia had rendered the ruble almost immediately “to rubble.”

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

Who is winning in Ukraine – and what will happen next?

While experts differ on whether a new offensive is imminent, one year on the picture is very different to what was predicted

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22, 2023

Child abuse image offences in UK have soared, NSPCC report shows

Charity says police recording has improved but online grooming has risen and tech firms are failing to act

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22, 2023

World first liquid bio-methanol pilot could reduce offshore emissions by 75%

Green methanol could cut carbon dioxide emissions, compared to conventional fuels across the UK Continental Shelf

Insider UK · Feb 22, 2023

Cabaret which began in Kyiv bunker comes to London for invasion anniversary

The idea for Bunker Cabaret originated in a bunker in Ukraine and has since been performed across Europe.

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

Wizz Air named worst short-haul airline by UK passengers

Passengers surveyed by consumer group Which? gave the Hungary-based carrier one star out of five for boarding experience and seat comfort.

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

Scientists criticise Treasury for taking back £1.6bn funding

The money had been set aside for UK involvement in the EU’s £88 billion Horizon Europe research programme.

The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2023

We're talking about the 4-day workweek — again. Is it a mirage or reality?

The concept of a perma-long weekend is so attractive. But it's starting to feel like that mirage of an oasis in the desert. We're desperate for some relief but it always seems just out of reach.

WEKU · Feb 21, 2023

War in Ukraine defining new world order, says thinktank

Poll reveals west more united but gulf growing with countries such as India that do not subscribe to post-cold war view

The Guardian - UK · Feb 21, 2023