Category: UK News

Online Safety Act age verification checks have led to a surge in downloads of virtual private network (VPN) apps in the UK. Platforms like PornHub, Reddit, and X now require users to verify their age, leading many to seek ways to bypass these restrictions. VPNs allow users to disguise their location online, making it appear… Continue reading VPNs top App Store charts as UK age verification kick in

In Cambridgeshire, curators preparing for an exhibition at the University of Cambridge made an exciting discovery. A 4,000-year-old handprint was found on an ancient Egyptian tomb offering. This handprint was found on a “soul house”, a type of clay model typically discovered in burials. Curator Helen Strudwick described the handprint, which dates back to 2055… Continue reading Cambridge researchers find 4,000-year-old Egyptian handprint

Robert Boocock, a resident of York, has been a dedicated blood donor with a rare B-negative blood type for the past 40 years. Inspired by his uncle, who was also a long-time blood donor, Boocock recently celebrated his 100th blood donation this year. With fewer than 20,000 B-negative blood donors in England, Boocock’s contributions have… Continue reading York man with rare blood type makes 100th donation

Taxpayers are facing the consequences of a failed festival site purchase, as it has been revealed that a farm bought with public funds has decreased in value by £500,000. Gilestone Farm in Powys, originally acquired for £4.75m, was intended to support the owners of the Green Man festival. However, plans were abandoned when ospreys began… Continue reading Green Man festival project site Gilestone Farm loses £500,000 in value

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with Donald Trump at his Turnberry golf resort in South Ayrshire for discussions on Gaza and potential trade deals. This meeting comes after Trump recently finalized a trade agreement with EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. The leaders are expected to cover topics ranging from the… Continue reading Keir Starmer to meet Donald Trump for talks at Turnberry resort

The Lionesses’ victory at the European Championship was met with widespread praise, including from the King himself. Following their nail-biting win against Spain, the King commended England for showing resilience and turning setbacks into victory. Prince William and Princess Charlotte, who watched the match in Switzerland, expressed their pride in the team’s performance. Prime Minister… Continue reading King and Princess Charlotte lead praise for 'awesome' Lionesses after Euro win

The upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing will see the addition of two new professional dancers, the BBC has revealed. Alexis Warr, a winner of the US dance series So You Think You Can Dance in 2022, and Julian Caillon from Australia, will be joining the 18 returning professional dancers on the BBC One show.… Continue reading Strictly announces new professional dancers Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon

In a breakthrough moment, the European Union and US have reached a significant framework deal after intensive negotiations between their top trade officials. The timing of this agreement is crucial as it coincides with America’s upcoming tariff discussions with China, adding a layer of complexity to the already tense trade dynamics. The involvement of leaders… Continue reading US-EU tariff deal a big Trump win but not a total defeat for Brussels

According to sources at the BBC, nurses in England are likely to reject their pay award this week, potentially leading to strikes later in the year. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has been conducting a consultative vote regarding the 3.6% pay increase, criticizing the decision to grant nurses a lower raise compared to other… Continue reading Nurses union to reject pay deal as strike vote looms

The triumphant victory of the Lionesses over Spain in the Euros final has taken over the headlines in today’s newspapers. The Metro’s front page exclaims, “You were roarsome!” showcasing images of the team jubilantly celebrating their win after a tense penalty shootout. The Euro trophy gleams front and center, symbolizing their hard-earned success. On the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'You were roarsome!' and 'Queens of Europe'