Why is UK inflation steady and how will the Iran war affect it? February’s inflation rate of 3% means if an item cost £100 a year ago, it would now cost £103. Evening Standard · Mar 25
Is It Safe to Travel Outside the UK? Foreign Office Issues Travel Warnings The UK government has issued urgent travel warnings due to Middle East tensions, causing global flight disruptions. Learn how this affects international travel. International Business Times UK · Mar 25
Revealed: The worst London postcodes for airplane 'flight blight' The new study ranks postcodes worst affected by ‘flight blight’, with London dominating the list as expansion plans threaten even greater disruption Evening Standard · Mar 25
UK pet owners: we would like to hear about your experience of vet bills Were you surprised by your bill? Did you struggle to pay it? We would like to hear from you The Guardian - UK · Mar 25
“Hospitality is real entrepreneurship”: London’s restaurants slam Rachel Reeves’ adviser Alexandra Depledge said Britain didn’t “need any more restaurants” and should focus on tech instead Evening Standard · Mar 25
Hundreds of UK teenagers to trial six-week social media curbs for major study Government’s pilot ban for under-16s accompanies consultation as peers vote on Australia-style restrictions The Guardian - UK · Mar 25
This year could be a genuine turning point for SMEs despite Iran war When finance feels uncertain or difficult to access, investment decisions are delayed Evening Standard · Mar 25
Niall Horan announces Dinner Party live tour with major UK and European dates for 2026 Niall Horan has unveiled his Dinner Party Live On Tour run for 2026, including arena shows across the UK and Europe this autumn. BANG Premier · Mar 25
Soaring oil prices spark fear of global recession Fears of a global recession have emerged due to soaring prices, exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, has predicted a global recession if oil prices reach $150 a barrel, citing "profound implications" should Iran remain a threat. UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that… The Independent UK · Mar 25
Cyprus to ‘seek new security deal’ for UK military bases following strike on RAF Akrotiri Cypriot president has called for ‘open and frank’ discussions over future of UK bases on the island The Independent UK · Mar 25
‘Dublin dodge’ offers risk-free route to UK for dual nationals Exclusive: British citizens using passports from another country can travel smoothly to the United Kingdom crossing by land from Ireland The Independent UK · Mar 25
NHS satisfaction rises for the first time since the pandemic but ‘still a long way to go’ The latest survey found public satisfaction with the UK’s health service rose by five percentage points to 26% The Independent UK · Mar 25
Researchers find 40% of kitchens have chronic gas leaks, with highest readings in London IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 25
Evening Standard · Mar 25 Oil prices fall back and global stocks rally amid hopes of Iran war ceasefire Brent crude fell back below 100 US dollars a barrel, down 6% at 98.23 dollars in morning trading on Wednesday, while UK natural gas prices tumbled 8%.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 25 How to watch 'Muslim Matchmaker' for *FREE* — stream reality dating show online from anywhere Eight-part U.S.-made reality dating show. Here's how to watch "Muslim Matchmaker" online, on TV and from anywhere in the world.
Evening Standard · Mar 25 London 'very vulnerable' to missile attack by Iran-backed jihadists based in North Africa Former armed forces minister Lord Spellar raised the alarm over the threat to the capital from terror groups from across the Mediterranean
The Independent UK · Mar 25 EasyJet releases millions of seats in huge sale More than 12 million tickets became available on Tuesday
The Independent UK · Mar 25 Can you recycle solar panels? What happens when they stop working efficiently Discover how solar panel recycling works in the UK, what old panels may be worth and the disposal costs involved
The Conversation · Mar 25 Scotland’s smoking ban turns 20 – it cut secondhand smoke exposure by 96%, but the job isn’t finished yet At 6am on a quiet Sunday morning 20 years ago today, Scotland became the first UK nation to ban smoking in enclosed public spaces. It was a landmark moment in public health policy, and new research shows just how much has changed since.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 25 ‘Doge of the left’ could save UK taxpayers up to £30bn, says new green thinktank Report by Verdant says rooting out waste, fraud and tax avoidance would save money that could help improve public services
The Independent UK · Mar 25 Hospital trust ‘missed earlier opportunity’ to raise alarm on Kent meningitis case The hospital trust said it ‘recognised’ it could have notified UKHSA earlier
The Guardian - UK · Mar 25 UK politics: Tories claim McSweeney has ‘serious questions’ to answer about phone theft – as it happened Shadow cabinet officer minister claims ‘this whole thing stinks to high heaven’
The Independent UK · Mar 25 Bulletin AM briefing: New screen time guidance for under-5s – and today’s other top stories Here are five of this morning’s biggest stories