The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Covid inquiry: Jab rollout a ‘success’ but vaccine harm payouts ‘need reform’

Inquiry chairwoman Baroness Heather Hallett praised the fact the UK was a world leader in biomedical sciences.

Evening Standard · Apr 16

British Airways recruiting new pilots for highly-competitive training scheme

British Airways has reopened applications for its fully-funded Speedbird Pilot Academy for the fourth year, committing £18 million to train up to 160 aspiring pilots. The scheme covers the £100,000 training cost per individual, aiming to make a career as a commercial airline pilot accessible to a wider range of…

The Independent UK · Apr 16

Jaecoo 7 is selling fast – but should you really buy one? Here’s my view as an EV expert

DRIVESMART: With plug-in hybrids from new Chinese brands rapidly reshaping the UK market, electric vehicles editor Steve Fowler explores whether models like the Jaecoo 7 are any good and if buyers should take the plunge or stick with familiar rivals

The Independent UK · Apr 16

Move over matcha: how ube cocktails and coffees are hitting the UK’s sweet spot

Brightly coloured yam, long enjoyed in east Asia, has been appearing in drinks, desserts – and, of course, TikTok feeds

The Guardian - UK · Apr 16

Is Bluesky Down? Users Report Major Feed Failures and Error Messages

Bluesky users face widespread outages due to server issues, affecting access across the US, UK, and Europe. The platform's growing user base raises concerns about its infrastructure stability.

International Business Times UK · Apr 16

UK hospitality giant refuses to rule out selling more pubs

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The Independent UK · Apr 16

UK ‘badly exposed’ and needs 10 years to rebuild defence, former military chief warns Starmer

Exclusive: Jock Stirrup, the former chief of defence staff under Tony Blair, tells the prime minister: ‘We expect our leaders to lead and that means making tough decisions’

The Independent UK · Apr 16

Indyref2 ‘reasonable’ if issue becomes ‘relevant’ in future – Farage

The Reform UK leader said he cannot predict how people will feel about independence in 20 years’ time.

Evening Standard · Apr 16

Philips’ new coffee machine is perfect for big families – with 8 user profiles and 50+ drinks

It's available to buy in the UK from today

T3 · Apr 16

Thousands of Students Across the United Kingdom Set to Benefit as European Union Finalizes Erasmus+ 2027 Agreement

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ programme by 2027, restoring academic exchanges with the EU. This move aims to mend post-Brexit relations and enhance educational opportunities.

International Business Times UK · Apr 16