DNA database of UK dogs could help police collar criminals Experts working on database that could identify particular breeds involved in crimes, or rule out canine suspects The Guardian - UK · Sep 25
Independent venue Rapture brings the hottest new bands to Orkney The Independent has teamed up with the Music Venue Trust to shine a light on the UK’s grassroots music venues (and the people giving everything to keep them alive) The Independent UK · Sep 25
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine changed the European energy equation—now efficiency is just as important as sustainability As Europe grapples with energy security challenges, improving efficiency and harnessing AI will be as important to the energy transition as renewables, says Honeywell’s Anant Maheshwari. Fortune · Sep 25
From 'Jungle' to jungles, migrants in Calais continue to dream of UK October 2026 marks 10 years since the Calais "Jungle" in northern France was dismantled by French police. The camp was home to thousands of migrants who wanted to cross the Channel and reach the UK. A decade on, migrants continue to dream of reaching British shores and the "Jungle" has… France 24 · Sep 25
Scottish Government urges Labour to take 'immediate action' to end homelessness The Scottish Government has called on the UK Government to take 'immediate action' to end homelessness The National (Scotland) · Sep 25
UK Government must take ‘immediate action’ on homelessness, says Somerville Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has written to the UK Government. The Independent UK · Sep 25
What the differences between Danish and British humour can teach us about laughter We all like to laugh. Not only is it entertaining and helpful for social bonding, but it also makes us feel good. When we laugh at something we find funny, our bodies release feel-good hormones. The Conversation · Sep 25
No action against Iranian man over Faslane naval base incident AN IRANIAN man arrested after allegedly trying to enter the naval base which houses the UK’s nuclear deterrent will face no proceedings,… The National (Scotland) · Sep 25
Labour rejects Declassified journalists from party conference for third year – as it happened The media organisation reports that three of its journalists were denied media passes The Guardian - UK · Sep 25
Government warned Homes for Ukraine funding cut may ‘send wrong message to Putin’ Sir Grant Shapps feels the cuts could indicate Western support for Ukraine is faltering The Independent UK · Sep 25
Experts name the world’s best airport lounges – including UK entry IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 25
Woman Flies To The UK With Her Family To Celebrate Her Fiancé, Leaves Traumatized And Single A woman flew abroad with her mom and sister to celebrate her fiancé's birthday. All three came back traumatized, and one more single than when she left. Behind it all was a mother-in-law who was trying to mark her territory in the most disgraceful way. Read the full article to… Bored Panda · Sep 25
British farmers saw ‘disappointing’ harvest and lower crop yields after hottest summer on record Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board warned that the quality of the crops harvested has also been impacted The Independent UK · Sep 25
Revealed: The best airport lounges in the world, including one UK winner The results were selected via a global passenger satisfaction survey The Independent UK · Sep 25
The Independent UK · Sep 25 Britain sends fresh warning to Iran over ‘hostile activity on UK soil’ IN FULL
Evening Standard · Sep 25 Budget negotiations entering ‘no-deal territory’, Paul Givan warns The UK Government has made an offer to the devolved powersharing Executive to assist with budget pressures
The Economic Times · Sep 25 Mexico, Brazil, UK see rising medical device imports, opening export opportunities for India: Report Mexico, Brazil, the UK, Poland and Canada have emerged as high-growth markets for Indian medical equipment exports, India Exim Bank said. The study flagged modest Indian export shares despite rising import demand, and recommended regulatory alignment, stronger R&D, component manufacturing, skills development and trade promotion to expand global market presence.
The Economic Times · Sep 25 UK consumer confidence hits over two-year high in September as personal finances improve: GfK UK consumer confidence unexpectedly reached its highest level in over two years in September, with GfK's barometer rising to -13. Supported by improving household personal finance sentiment, the index beat expectations despite ongoing concerns over persistent inflationary pressures and rising fuel and energy costs weighing on broader economic recovery.
The Independent UK · Sep 25 Ed Miliband warns Iran minister UK will not ‘tolerate intimidation’ Ed Miliband discussed the war in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz with Abbas Araghchi
International Business Times UK · Sep 25 'It Has Broken Us': Mother of Poison Seller's Victim Breaks Down as 79 UK Deaths Linked to Kenneth Law The mother of 19-year-old Samuel Whitaker described her family's devastation at Kenneth Law's sentencing hearing, where relatives of British victims gave statements about deaths linked to his products.
International Business Times UK · Sep 25 Meghan Markle Avoids UK Public Events as Royal Commentator Says She May 'Fear' Being Booed Meghan Markle has not joined Prince Harry at recent UK engagements since the family's return, maintaining a low public profile while commentators debate her possible future appearances.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 25 Iran war drives UK diesel price to near record high, and makes interest rate rise ‘hard to avoid’ – as it happened Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey says persistently high oil and gas prices would make it hard to resist pressure to raise interest rates
Euronews · Sep 25 The 50 Best Bars 2026: 18 spots in Europe make extended 51-100 list Four bars in Italy made the cut on the extended 51-100 list, along with three apiece in Spain and the UK.
Evening Standard · Sep 25 Foreign Secretary tells Iran minister Britain will not ‘tolerate intimidation’ Ed Miliband met Abbas Araghchi in the margins of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 25 Friday briefing: How a grassroots film is turning climate anxiety into action In today’s newsletter: The People’s Emergency Briefing delivers a stark warning about our future in a warming world. But sharing difficult truths collectively shows us that there is still hope to be found