Category: UK News

In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Sir Keir Starmer confidently addressed ongoing doubts about his leadership, asserting that he expects to remain prime minister a year from now. Despite facing a challenging year in 2025 marked by sluggish economic growth, disappointing poll results, and rumors of potential leadership contests, he… Continue reading Starmer tells BBC 'I'll be PM this time next year'

Royal Air Force Typhoon jets recently collaborated with French aircraft to conduct a targeted strike on an underground weapons depot in Syria used by the Islamic State group (IS), according to the UK Ministry of Defence. Intelligence sources had identified the site, located in mountainous terrain just north of Palmyra, an ancient city in central… Continue reading UK-French air strike targets IS arms dump in Syria

As the Christmas break winds down, many people find themselves in a transitional phase: still technically off work, but mentally beginning to gear up for the workweek ahead. After a period marked by late nights, family gatherings, and a slower rhythm, shifting back to a regular schedule often triggers feelings of reluctance, unease, and low… Continue reading Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return

During the pandemic, Stella Huang found solace in purchasing her first Jellycat plush toy after losing her job. Introduced to the British-designed brand by a school friend, her affection truly blossomed when she spotted a gingerbread house plush on the Chinese social media platform RedNote. Though Christmas is primarily commercial and less traditionally celebrated in… Continue reading How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China

This winter, much of the UK has been hit by cold and snowy weather, posing challenges not only for people but also for their pets. Keeping animals warm and safe during these chilly conditions is essential, as they, like humans, are susceptible to the dangers of low temperatures. Pets can suffer from hypothermia if they… Continue reading How to look after dogs, cats and other pets in cold weather

A significant decision looms for members of the UK Parliament regarding the future of the Palace of Westminster. Substantial maintenance and restoration work, costing billions of pounds, is urgently needed to address the building’s deteriorating condition. The question now is whether MPs and peers should temporarily vacate the historic site to enable these essential repairs.… Continue reading Will 2026 be the year MPs and peers agree how to repair Parliament?

Sunday’s newspapers are dominated by headlines and images surrounding the dramatic capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro by US special forces, along with extensive military strikes on the South American nation. The Mail on Sunday leads with “America on the warpath,” featuring a striking front-page photo of a blindfolded and shackled Maduro following his arrest.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'America on the warpath' and 'Trump to run Venezuela'

EasyJet announced that a scheduled flight from Belfast to Egypt was cancelled on Saturday due to disruptive behavior by a group of passengers onboard. The airline stated that this situation required police presence before the plane could depart. The specific flight, EZY3077, was originally set to leave Belfast International Airport at 12:55 GMT on Saturday… Continue reading EasyJet: Belfast flight to Hurghada cancelled after police attend

The electrification of the South Wales Metro is nearing completion, with 99% of the network now upgraded, raising hopes that long queues after major events in Cardiff could soon be a thing of the past. Recently, tri-mode trains capable of switching between electric, battery, and diesel power have been introduced on the Rhymney Valley Line.… Continue reading South Wales Metro electrification aims to cut Cardiff gig queues

Sir Patrick Duffy, the longest-lived former Member of Parliament, has passed away at the age of 105 after a brief illness. A son of a miner from Doncaster, Sir Patrick began his political career in 1950 and represented Sheffield Attercliffe as a Labour MP from 1970 until his retirement in 1992. He died on 2… Continue reading Oldest former MP Sir Patrick Duffy dies age 105