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Several flights across Europe targeted by suspected bomb threats
Seven passenger planes in Europe, including two from the United Kingdom, were inspected following a series of suspected bomb threats from anonymous tips.
Rahul Gandhi 'lousy con artist': BJP retorts over foreign-help claim
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit back at Congress MP Rahul Gandhi after he alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power with "foreign help."
Baloch prince kidnapped in Pakistan
Prince Muhammad Khan Ahmedzai, the son of the current Khan of Kalat Suleman Khan Dawood, was kidnapped along with his three gunmen in Pakistan's volatile Balochistan province.
We finally know how this 1,600-year-old Roman cup was made
Scientists from the University of Sheffield have successfully replicated the optical behavior of an ancient Roman glass artifact, known as the Lycurgus Cup.
Is free movement between UK and EU possible again?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed his willingness to engage in an "honest discussion" about the possibility of reinstating free movement between the UK and European Union.
Meghan Markle 'relieved' as father's child pornography allegations get investigated
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is "relieved" by news of a reported investigation into child pornography allegations against her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr.
How UK plans to break Apple's dominance in contactless payments
UK's competition regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), has proposed measures to reduce Apple's dominance in the contactless payments space.
Microsoft pulls out of data center deal in UK: Report
Microsoft has pulled out of a data center deal with British cloud provider Nscale, The Telegraph reported.
UK investigates Microsoft's dominance in business software market
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has proposed to designate Microsoft as a "strategic market status" holder in the realm of business software.
Strait of Hormuz attacks reach new high amid Israel-Iran tensions
The number of reported attacks on ships in and around the Strait of Hormuz has reached an all-time high, BBC reported.
NVIDIA to spend $250M on AI safety research in UK
NVIDIA, a US chipmaker, has pledged $250 million worth of computing resources to the UK over five years.
New Princess Diana series promises hours of unheard audio
The much-awaited documentary series, featuring previously unheard audio of the late Princess Diana, will be available on Prime Video in the UK and Ireland.
UK PM says Russia interfered in Brexit referendum
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed that Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum.
Trump reverses stance, lets UK access unreleased AI models again
The UK will once again have access to advanced US artificial intelligence (AI) models before their public release.
'Earth almost entirely in red' as Super El Niño intensifies
Scientists have warned that the ongoing "Super El Nino" phenomenon is continuing to intensify, with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) expecting it to peak in December and remain strong into spring 2027.
Meghan Markle dines with Malala in first London appearance
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, was recently spotted in London with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai.
Why Meta is being probed by UK's communications regulator
The UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, has launched an investigation into Meta Platforms.
US bombers pulled from UK base over 'Iran-linked threat': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that American B-1 bombers were pulled back from a United Kingdom airbase due to an "Iran-linked threat."
AI-generated child abuse material rises sharply in 2026: Report
The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) has reported a shocking increase in the amount of AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
UK may impose tariffs on Chinese EVs amid EU pressure
The United Kingdom is considering imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) as it struggles to balance the interests of its domestic car industry and access to the European Union (EU) market.
US withdraws long-range bombers from UK base after new threat
The United States has pulled all long-range bombers from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford in the United Kingdom back to their home stations.
Trade measures against forced labor must be evidence-based: Piyush Goyal
India has called for trade measures against goods produced using forced labor to be backed by specific and verifiable evidence.
Vikas Bahl's next to capture UK's 1990s Punjabi music scene
Acclaimed filmmaker Vikas Bahl, known for Queen and Super 30, is working on a new project set against the backdrop of the 1990s Punjabi music scene in the United Kingdom.
Why Apple and Amazon are facing legal trouble in UK
A UK tribunal has allowed parts of a consumer lawsuit against tech giants Apple and Amazon to proceed.
Iran behind suspected bomb plot at UK air force base?
Counter-terrorism police in the United Kingdom are probing a possible link to Iran in a suspected bomb plot near an RAF base.
Power supply issues delay UK's largest AI supercomputer until mid-2030s
The launch of the UK's largest artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputer has been delayed due to power supply issues.
You can now browse slavery records from British colonies online
In a major development, nearly four million records documenting the lives of enslaved people across 20 former British colonies have been digitized and made searchable online.
UK agrees to refuel Saudi jets to counter Houthi attacks
The United Kingdom has agreed to provide limited military support to Saudi Arabia in the wake of recent Houthi attacks, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed, saying it includes air-to-air refueling for Saudi planes by the Royal Air Force (RAF).
US government might have access to sensitive UK police data
An investigation by The Guardian has revealed that sensitive police data in the UK is stored on Microsoft cloud platforms.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Why Buckingham Palace is unhappy with Princess Diana's memoir
Buckingham Palace has strongly refuted claims made by Earl Charles Spencer in his upcoming memoir, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister.
Meghan Markle's number leaked from school's WhatsApp group
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently fell victim to a security scare after her personal mobile number was leaked from a school parents' WhatsApp group.
Disappointment as hundreds waiting for Vijay told London event canceled
The planned public appearance of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay near London's The Shard was canceled on Tuesday due to safety concerns.
Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland leaders sign pact to exit UK
The First Ministers of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that threatens to lead to the breakup of the United Kingdom.
Why King Charles III will host AI executives this week
King Charles III of the United Kingdom will meet leaders from major artificial intelligence (AI) companies this week.
Essar's retail arm to acquire UK forecourt operator for £400M
Essar Energy Transition's retail arm, EET Retail, has announced its plan to acquire independent UK forecourt operator SGN Retail.
'Adolescence' writer alleges some colleagues are 'using AI to cheat'
Jack Thorne, a prominent United Kingdom screenwriter known for works like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Adolescence, and Lord of the Flies, has accused some of his peers of using artificial intelligence (AI) to write scripts.
Meghan Markle enjoys idyllic family time in the UK
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has shared a rare glimpse into her family's life in the United Kingdom.
DMK slams Tamil Nadu CM Vijay for UK trip
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's visit to the United Kingdom has drawn criticism from opposition party Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).
UK to stop children from snapping nudes on phones soon
The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at preventing children from taking or sharing nude images on mobile devices.
UK air traffic glitch cancels over 1,000 flights
A technical glitch in the United Kingdom's air traffic control system has led to massive travel disruption, canceling over 1,000 flights on Tuesday.
Hedge fund billionaire Chris Rokos moving from UK to Greece
Chris Rokos, a hedge fund billionaire and founder of Rokos Capital Management, is planning to leave the UK.
Prince George begins new chapter at Eton College
Prince George, the eldest son of Prince William and Kate Middleton, has started his first day at Eton College.
Prince Harry spotted working on 'mystery project' in London
Prince Harry was recently spotted at a London production studio, Tower Bridge Studios. The Duke of Sussex was there for most of the day on September 4, working on an undisclosed "mystery project."
Bristol's Fighter supercar is a V10 mix of US, UK
Bristol Cars is making a comeback by reviving one of its most iconic models, the Fighter.
RSS responds to UK visit backlash: 'Open to dialogue'
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has responded to the backlash over its chief Mohan Bhagwat's trip to the United Kingdom.
'Man About the House' star Richard O'Sullivan dies at 82
Richard O'Sullivan, a celebrated British actor known for his roles in the 1970s sitcoms Man About the House and Robin's Nest, has died at the age of 82.
Mastermind of UK's AI strategy, Matt Clifford, has joined Anthropic
Matt Clifford, the mastermind behind the UK's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, has joined US-based start-up Anthropic in a senior position.
JioHotstar goes global, launches in UK, Canada, Singapore
India's leading streaming platform, JioHotstar, has officially launched in the United Kingdom (UK), Canada, and Singapore.
Nepal declines foreign assistance offers for flood rescue operations
Nepal has turned down offers of foreign assistance for search and rescue operations in the wake of devastating flash floods.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle return to UK today
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to return to the United Kingdom on Wednesday.
'Unknown sources may attack UK drone factories': Russia's Andrei Fedorov
A former Russian deputy foreign minister has warned that "unknown sources" may launch a "semi-military" response against United Kingdom drone factories.
UK to train AI models on Ukraine's battlefield data
The United Kingdom has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Ukraine, aimed at harnessing the latter's battlefield data to train artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Vikas Bahl to start shooting Siddhant-Alizeh's musical in September
Filmmaker Vikas Bahl is all set to begin his next project after Queen Forever.
Did Iran-linked hackers shut down a UK power plant?
A cyberattack, attributed to Iranian-linked hackers, has temporarily disabled a British power plant.
'Program not appropriate': MEA after blocking Revanth Reddy's US visit
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's proposed visit to the US was denied political clearance as it was deemed inappropriate considering Reddy's office and the visit's purpose.
Harry, Meghan Markle looking for UK house near King Charles
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are looking for a new home in the Cotswolds, a rural area near King Charles III's Highgrove House, reported Page Six.