Home Office expels 'undeclared' Russian 'military intelligence officer' from UK
UK expelled an undeclared Russian military intelligence officer, imposed restrictions on Russian diplomatic visas, and removed diplomatic protection status from Russian properties. [ more ]
For Israel's Allies, Iranian Missile Strike Scrambles Debate Over Gaza
The clash between Israel and Iran has caused unlikely allies like Britain, the United States, and France to rush to Israel's aid in the face of Iranian attacks. [ more ]
Taoiseach claims UK government confirms 'operating agreement' for return of asylum seekers
Asylum seekers' return agreements between Ireland and UK are under scrutiny post-Brexit, raising legal obligations and emergency laws including redeployment of 100 gardaÃ. [ more ]
Helen McEntee pushing ahead with new laws to deport migrants to UK amid Rishi Sunak row
The UK and Ireland are in a diplomatic spat over immigration policies, with Ms. McEntee facing pressure and accusations of unsupported claims. [ more ]
Britain to help US construct emergency' pier to get aid into Gaza, Lord Cameron says
Britain and the US will build a temporary pier in Gaza to facilitate aid delivery. Lord Cameron emphasizes urgency for humanitarian assistance in Gaza. Joe Biden orders an emergency mission to construct a seaport in Gaza. [ more ]
UK to send tanks to NATO exercise and needs to be 'ready for anything' over fears of full-scale war
The UK is sending over 50 tanks to participate in NATO's largest military exercise since the Cold War.
The exercise, Steadfast Defender 2024, involves over 90,000 troops from 31 allied nations and is meant to demonstrate NATO's capability and prepare for potential conflict with Russia. [ more ]
Readers share pictures of the Northern Lights which filled the London skies
People in the UK were treated to a rare display of the Northern Lights illuminating the sky, with sightings reported in various locations including Hampstead Heath and Highgate. [ more ]
Huge disappointment' as UK delays bottle deposit plan and excludes glass
The UK deposit return scheme for recycling drinks bottles has been delayed to 2027, disappointing campaigners, with glass bottles excluded due to industry concerns. [ more ]
Chris Stark: Rishi Sunak has set us back, head of climate change watchdog says
Rishi Sunak's approach on climate change has set the UK back, risking falling behind other countries in the global effort towards net zero emissions. [ more ]
EU and UK citizens: share your views on a resumption of freedom of movement for the young
The European Commission proposed a youth mobility scheme for EU and UK citizens aged 18-30, allowing up to four years of stay in the destination country. [ more ]
An eye watering 4.3 billion of taxpayers money has been spent on refugees in the UK
Overseas aid diverted for UK refugees reached £4.3 billion last year, with notable increases in spending on in-donor refugee costs.
Concerns raised over the significant proportion (30%) of aid being spent on refugee costs in the UK, indicating potential misuse of Overseas Development Aid. [ more ]
Hostile environment' caused immense distress in black Caribbeans, study finds
The UK's hostile environment policies had a worse effect on the mental health of black Caribbean people than the coronavirus lockdown had on the wider population.
Psychological distress among black Caribbeans increased after the implementation of the Immigration Act in 2014 and the Windrush scandal in 2017. [ more ]
The 9 UK and Ireland towns and cities where you'll see solar eclipse
People in the UK and Ireland will have a chance to see a partial solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, just before sunset.
The eclipse will create a 'ring of fire' effect for viewers directly in the path of the shadow, while others in the UK and Ireland will see a partial coverage of the sun. [ more ]
AI apocalypse' could take away almost 8m jobs in UK, says report
Women, younger workers, and those on lower wages are most at risk from AI job displacement.
Routine cognitive tasks are already at risk, but the second wave of AI adoption could impact non-routine tasks, affecting higher earning jobs. [ more ]
There is a long-term IT skills shortage in the U.K. with a high demand for tech workers.
The most in-demand tech jobs in the U.K. for 2024 include artificial intelligence engineer, security operations center analyst, and cyber security manager. [ more ]
UK air-drops life-saving aid into Gaza for first time amid Israeli blockade
UK air-dropped aid to Gaza for the first time in four months, benefiting patients and aiding a vital hospital.
Israeli military's refusal and internal unrest hindered aid delivery, prompting innovative efforts like the UK's air-dropping aid to the inaccessible northern part of Gaza. [ more ]