Medical data from 500,000 UK volunteers advertised for sale on a Chinese website The health data of 500,000 UK Biobank volunteers was advertised for sale on the Chinese website Alibaba. Euronews · Apr 23
Wind farm worker sues for £500k after falling 25 metres from gangway into North Sea Ben Thompson alleges that GE Energy UK was negligent The Independent UK · Apr 23
‘Some try to hijack our flag’: Keir Starmer’s stern message to ‘fake patriots’ on St George's Day Marking St George's Day, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a strong message against what he termed “plastic patriotism”, accusing some groups of misusing the St George's Cross to spread hate and division. The Times of India · Apr 23
Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stable amidst the Met Office’s warnings Two of the nation's most common trees are to blame Ideal Home · Apr 23
The investment issues Labour must fix before the public can back its bid to join in Education is vital but the campaign still leaves key gaps to overcome, Karl Matchett writes The Independent UK · Apr 23
Private health records of half a million Britons offered for sale on Chinese website Technology minister tells Commons ‘de-identified’ information from UK Biobank advertised for sale on Alibaba The Guardian - UK · Apr 23
Nigel Farage puts 'London mums' at heart of May local elections, claiming Reform is party for them Rival parties slammed the idea that Reform UK would best represent mothers in the capital Evening Standard · Apr 23
Fresh Epstein Allegations Flagged to UK Crime Agency in 2024 — But No Investigation Was Opened The UK's NCA faces a judicial review over its decision not to investigate Epstein-related allegations, following claims of procedural flaws and new disclosures from US authorities. International Business Times UK · Apr 23
Half a million Biobank members had data listed for sale, minister says Technology minister Ian Murray said details of all half a million members of the project were found listed for sale on the website Alibaba in China. Evening Standard · Apr 23
How To Watch The Chevron Championship 2026 For Free: Live Streams, TV Channels, Schedule All the details on how to watch The Chevron Championship online and on TV from anywhere, as the first women's Major of 2026 takes place in Texas this week. Golf Monthly · Apr 23
Chinese hackers using everyday devices to target UK firms, warns cybersecurity agency Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre says companies must step up vigilance to prevent espionage attacks The Guardian - UK · Apr 23
Ministers told British public must be better protected after UK Biobank breach Dame Chi Onwurah, the Labour chair of the science, innovation and technology committee, said the breach was ‘another blow to public confidence’ The Independent UK · Apr 23
"One love for the world!" French psychedelic rock mind expanders Slift announce North America, Europe and UK tour dates Slift reveal 2026 tour itinerary Metal Hammer · Apr 23
International Business Times UK · Apr 23 UK Allies Trigger 'Crisis Testing' Over Concerns US Commitment to NATO is Diminishing Under Donald Trump EU leaders meeting in Cyprus are quietly stress‑testing their mutual‑defence clause as doubts grow over how far the United States, under Donald Trump, can be relied on to uphold NATO commitments.
Evening Standard · Apr 23 Harry in direct appeal to Putin to ‘stop this war’ during surprise visit to Kyiv The Duke of Sussex also used his speech in Ukraine to urge the ‘American leadership’ to ‘honour its international treaty obligations’.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 23 More than 150 violent offenders granted taxi licences in Midlands city last year FoI data reveals that 438 people with criminal convictions were given licences in Wolverhampton, UK’s ‘taxi capital’
The Times of India · Apr 23 UK MPs seek ban on ‘forever chemicals’ in school uniforms, cookware and food packaging UK lawmakers have called for a phased ban on the use of so-called “forever chemicals” in a wide range of everyday products, including school uniforms, non-stick cookware and food packaging, amid rising concerns over their long-term health and environmental impact.
The Independent UK · Apr 23 Healthy mother said she plans to take life in Switzerland because she is heartbroken over son’s death Wendy Duffy, 56, said she wished assisted dying was available in the UK so she wouldn’t have to go to Switzerland
TechRadar · Apr 23 UK security agency officially declares passkeys superior to passwords – passkeys should be the 'first choice' for authentication Passkeys have come a long way in just four years and are now being recommended as the number one authentication method.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 23 Double Indemnity review – leaden drama turns crime classic into a very cold case James M Cain’s hard-bitten novella gained bleak power on screen but this version, giving Mischa Barton her UK stage debut, loses its flinty edge
The Independent UK · Apr 23 Charities warn new UK-France migrant deal will make Channel crossings deadlier for asylum seekers IN FULL
The Times of India · Apr 23 A future without cigarettes: Britain’s long game against smoking The UK Parliament has passed a landmark bill to create the first smoke-free generation by prohibiting cigarette sales to anyone born after December 31, 2008. This legislation, awaiting royal assent, also grants the government enhanced powers to regulate tobacco and vaping products, aiming to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and protect…
The Independent UK · Apr 23 UK failing to attract wealthy individuals after non-dom changes, report says The number of billionaires is set to reach nearly 4,000 by 2031
The Independent UK · Apr 23 UK funding France’s ‘violent tactics’ that will push more migrants into dangerous Channel crossings, charities warn UK-France deal could lead to further deaths in the Channel, ministers warned