Rules on single-sex spaces pose risk to trans people’s mental health, UK charities say Fifteen organisations sign letter expressing deep concern over EHRC guidance being considered by ministers The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
Scores of UK parliamentarians join call to regulate most powerful AI systems Exclusive: Campaign urges PM to show independence from US and push to rein in development of superintelligence The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
Ukraine-Russia war latest: European leaders agree to ramp up pressure on Putin after meeting Zelensky in No 10 Allies ‘discuss progress’ on using frozen Russian assets to aid Kyiv’s reconstruction programme The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2025
Zelenskyy meets European leaders in London for talks on ending Ukraine war Ukraine president’s UK visit comes amid heavy pressure from Washington for Kyiv to cede territory to Russia The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
EU Delays All-Electric Target Until 2040 as Pressure Mounts on Labour Over Petrol Ban Labour is being urged to delay their ban of petrol cars amid the European Union's reported plan to extend their deadline pushing to go all-electric to 2040. International Business Times UK · Dec 8, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Peace talks with US constructive but ‘not easy’, says Zelenskyy Ukrainian president’s comments after Florida negotiations come ahead of talks with European allies including Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron. What we know on day 1,384 The Guardian - AU · Dec 8, 2025
UK will stay ahead of Putin to ‘secure the underwater battle space’, Royal Navy chief says It comes days after the foreign secretary warned that Putin represents ‘an active threat to Britain’s citizens, our security and our prosperity’ The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2025
Russian submarines to be hunted by new Royal Navy force built at 'wartime pace' to combat Putin underseas threat Warships, submarines, underwater and surface drones, as well as patrol aircraft, will be deployed under Atlantic Bastion Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025
UK asylum policy causes more violence and deaths, say rights groups Home Office drive to stop small boats crossing Channel is handing more power to people smugglers, report finds The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
Brandi Carlile reveals plans for Christmas song with Elton John The US singer has received 11 Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards and has been nominated for an Oscar Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025
Concertgoers warned ticket prices may rise after arenas hit with soaring taxes Analysis of official government data has found valuations of big arenas in the UK will rise by up to 300%, sending tax bills surging. The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2025
Win for Prince Harry as Home Office 'agrees to review his UK security arrangements' The duke said security concerns mean it is ‘impossible’ for him to bring Meghan and their children back to the UK safely Evening Standard · Dec 7, 2025
Prince Harry’s security arrangements ‘being reviewed by Home Office’ The duke said security concerns mean it is ‘impossible’ for him to bring his family to the UK The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2025
UK will not be haven for dirty money, Lammy to say in corruption crackdown Exclusive: Justice secretary to announce measures aimed at countering illicit finance as well as bribery in public services The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025
The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2025 Starmer to host Zelensky and EU leaders for peace talks after Russia launches overnight air attacks on Kyiv Missile and drone attacks killed at least three people in Ukraine overnight on Saturday
The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2025 Sea drones are forcing Russia to retreat. Ukraine eyes up even more complex attacks Group 13 operates the Magura family of drones, which Ukraine credits with multiple strikes on Russian ships
Space · Dec 7, 2025 How to Watch 'Apollo 1: Destination Moon', the Channel 4 documentary revisiting the tragic accident during the race to the moon 'Apollo 1: Destination Moon' follows a real-life astronaut mission that ended tragically — and the lessons learned for future Apollo missions.
Homes & Gardens · Dec 7, 2025 I Once Dismissed Festive Cushions as Tacky, but These Gorgeous New Christmas Designs Completely Changed My Mind An edit of the most stylish Christmas cushions in the UK for those who want their homes to feel effortlessly merry without straying anywhere near novelty tat
The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2025 Reeves’ £150 cut in energy bills will be nuked by Sizewell costs, ex-Labour donor claims Dale Vince’s claims over the impact of paying for Sizewell C on energy bills is one of a number of hidden costs which could see consumers pay higher bills - instead of £150 less
The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025 Kremlin hails Trump’s national security strategy as aligned with Russia’s vision Moscow welcomes White House document critical of the EU as talks to end the Ukraine war enter a key phase
The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025 Three more Farage bloc MEPs alleged to have followed Russian asset’s script At least eight MEPs elected for Ukip or Brexit party now known to have been focus of efforts by jailed Nathan Gill
Space · Dec 7, 2025 How to watch 'The War Between the Land and the Sea': stream the 'Doctor Who' spin-off online and from anywhere The Sea Devils are back in a brand new 'Doctor Who' spin-off. Here's how to watch 'The War Between the Land and the Sea' online on BBC iPlayer in the UK
The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025 The rise of parcel thefts: how to protect yourself from porch pirates Parcels worth £666.5m have been stolen in the UK this year, though some pranksters have found ways to give culprits their comeuppance. With Christmas deliveries arriving thick and fast, here are practical steps to take
The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025 Forget Hadrian’s Wall. The UK citizenship test should ask about Corrie, bus queues and Greggs Questions about the Corn Laws and habeas corpus are abstruse and unrelated to modern life – as my French husband is finding. The test should instead ask about soap operas and sandwiches, writes Guardian columnist Emma Beddington
The Guardian - US · Dec 7, 2025 An animal rights activist was on the FBI’s Most Wanted list for 15 years. Will he be returned to the US? Daniel Andreas San Diego, now 47, is fighting extradition from the UK amid accusations he set off three pipe bombs in 2003