Indian man awarded almost £30,000 after UK employer failed to provide work Tribunal orders company to pay Shabin Shaji for care work he was not given after coming to UK, in landmark case The Guardian - UK · May 31
Striking differences in benefit entitlements across UK countries, study finds Scottish family on low income receives £15,000 more a year than identical household in England The Guardian - UK · May 31
Four in 10 struggle to access mobile signal on the move in the UK Survey finds frustration with connectivity to 4G or 5G, highlighting weaknesses in digital infrastructure The Guardian - UK · May 31
New dual-action drug a ‘promising step forward’ for patients with hard-to-treat lung cancer Experts have described the findings as a ‘promising step forward‘ for patients with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer The Independent UK · May 31
New cancer pill almost doubles survival time for pancreatic patients during trial Daraxonrasib has been hailed as ‘landscape-changing’ for people with the disease The Independent UK · May 31
New pill helps double survival time for people with advanced pancreatic cancer The drug also had fewer side-effects when compared to chemotherapy, according to a trial. Evening Standard · May 31
Nepal PM calls for dialogue with India to resolve border issues, seeks UK's involvement in talks Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah proposed resolving border disputes with India through dialogue and suggested involving the UK, citing its historical role in defining regional borders. He emphasized negotiations and diplomatic efforts, noting that Nepal has exchanged notes with India to examine historical and geographical records concerning disputed territories. The Times of India · May 31
UK’s record-breaking heatwave to end with torrential rain forecast IN FULL The Independent UK · May 31
Officials ‘won’t release key vetting file on Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador’ The summary document, compiled before Lord Mandelson was appointed as the UK ambassador to the US, is no longer expected to be included in Monday’s release of the files The Independent UK · May 31
10 Korean dishes to savour now – from fried chicken to kimchi dumplings and stuffed pancakes The cuisine is booming in the UK, with more places than ever to try bibimbap, bulgogi or tteokbokki. Here’s what to eat – and where to find it The Guardian - UK · May 31
Mighty Hoopla 2026 review: Lily Allen shines as our West End Girl at a festival packed with surprises 5/5 The UK’s biggest pop celebration returns, bigger and better than ever The Independent UK · May 31
Britain to be lashed by two days of heavy rain, bringing heatwave to abrupt end Met Office maps show a blanket of heavy rain stretching across the UK, which could see up to 8mm of water dumped on some areas every hour The Independent UK · May 31
How to watch IPL FInal 2026: live stream RCB vs Gujarat Titans from anywhere All the ways to watch IPL 2026 final live streams online and from anywhere, as RCB face Gujarat Titans in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. What Hi-Fi? · May 31
Samsung's UK exec admits work-life balance is a myth: 'Anyone who tells you otherwise is either very lucky or not being entirely truthful' Samsung's top UK exec bought her first flat at auction with two credit cards, she admits work-life balance is a lie and always has a $100 bill on her. Fortune · May 31
The Times of India · May 31 How Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation dress used flowers to tell a Commonwealth story Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation gown, designed by Norman Hartnell, was a powerful statement of unity. Beyond its beauty, the dress intricately wove together the floral emblems of the UK's nations and independent Commonwealth countries, symbolizing a evolving realm and its global relationships. This heraldic artistry marked a significant moment…
The Guardian - AU · May 31 English Green party leader Zack Polanski tells Australian colleagues to ‘connect with anger’ to counter rightwing populism Australian Greens should ‘take on’ Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, Polanski tells Victorian party conference, just as he took on Nigel Farage’s Reform UK
The Times of India · May 31 UK Sikh restaurateur Harman Singh calls for kirpan ban, says it is being used against unarmed civilians A UK-based Sikh restaurateur has called for a ban on kirpans, arguing that the ceremonial blade is being misused as a weapon against unarmed civilians despite its significance as an article of faith in Sikhism.
France 24 · May 31 US will send only used nuclear submarines to Australia under amended AUKUS defence deal The United States will only send used nuclear-powered submarines to Australia as part of an agreement to "streamline" the AUKUS defence deal in a move branded on Sunday as a "cost-effective" by Defence Minister Richard Marles. Australia is expected to receive at least three so-called "Virginia-class" nuclear-powered submarines from the…
The Guardian - UK · May 31 ‘It’ll be like Barbenheimer’: UK gripped by new wave of Beatlemania in lead-up to four biopics Fab Four are still making waves 60 years on – and upcoming Sam Mendes films are expected to turn the hype up to 11
The Independent UK · May 31 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Belarus leader issues ominous threat to Zelensky over ‘one major target’ The Ukrainian president hopes to press on with talks while his country remains in a stronger strategic position
TechRadar · May 31 Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 review: An Android business tablet for those who need a more flexible rugged form factor than a phone The Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is a ruggedised Android tablet that uses a Snapdragon processor.
The Guardian - UK · May 31 ‘The potential is huge’: Plymouth hopes defence money will have it sailing again Local leaders are optimistic investment and regeneration plans will help make ‘ocean city’ an appealing place to live
The Guardian - UK · May 31 When will the EU punch its weight in a perilous world? That’s the question countries eager to join should be asking Twin threats from east and west have clearly made the bloc more appealing – but its rule-bound institutions need urgent attention, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
The Economic Times · May 31 AUKUS deal streamlined: Australia to receive used US nuclear powered submarines for cost-effectiveness Australia will now receive three used Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines from the United States. This change streamlines the AUKUS security pact. Defence Minister Richard Marles stated the move is cost-effective. The submarines will be in-service vessels from the US Navy stock. This decision simplifies supply chain and maintenance. The AUKUS submarine…
The National (Scotland) · May 31 Campaign launches as thousands of Brits served for Israel amid Gaza genocide EARLIER this year, Declassified UK revealed that more than 2,000 Britons served for the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) since October 2023.