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Trump paused Iran military strikes to give diplomatic talks room
United States President Donald Trump has paused military strikes on Iran to give room for diplomatic talks.
Jeff Bezos has invested in this £2B UK AI start-up
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, and the UK government have invested in a £2 billion British artificial intelligence (AI) start-up called CuspAI.
Andy Burnham takes over as UK's next prime minister
Andy Burnham will officially become the United Kingdom's Prime Minister on Monday.
Bank of England won't offer loans to these bondholders anymore
The Bank of England has announced a ban on accepting bonds linked to thermal coal for key loan arrangements.
India-UK trade deal kicks in: Here's what gets cheaper
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has come into effect today.
UK may impose overnight social media curfew for teens
The British government has announced plans to introduce a default overnight curfew on social media apps for teenagers aged 16 and 17.
EU, UK impose fresh sanctions on Russia over cyberattacks
The European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) have announced their first joint cyber sanctions package against Russia.
Why UK shut down its largest community solar farm
UK's largest community solar project has been temporarily shut down by the government's energy system operator.
UK lists Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization
The United Kingdom will designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, the Home Office announced on monday after years of political debate over the matter.
India-UK trade deal begins on July 15: What's getting cheaper?
India and the United Kingdom have signed a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which will come into effect from July 15.
Worrying: Heatwaves have killed over 2,700 people in the UK
A recent study has revealed that over 2,700 people lost their lives during the UK's unprecedented heatwaves in May and June.
Indian professionals in UK to save 25% on social security
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that Indian professionals working in the UK on temporary assignments of up to five years will no longer lose nearly 25% of their salary to the UK's social security system.
India-UK trade deal: Centre unveils import process for UK cars
India has unveiled the procedure for importers to seek government approval and avail quota-based concessional import duties on passenger cars and goods vehicles from the UK.
ChatGPT can now build and host websites
OpenAI has introduced a new feature called 'ChatGPT Sites,' which allows users to create, preview, publish, and share interactive websites and lightweight apps.
How NHS plans to use AI in its app
The National Health Service (NHS) is set to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its app.
Is OpenAI serious about its £30B UK data center project?
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, had announced plans for Stargate UK, a multi-billion-pound data center project in the United Kingdom.
British Medical Association plans to fire 33% of its workforce
The British Medical Association (BMA) is considering laying off up to a third of its workforce as part of a major restructuring plan.
Nearly 60% of adults back social media ban for under-16s
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center has revealed that nearly 60% of American adults support a ban on social media use for those under 16 years.
Kate Middleton climbs Britain's highest peaks for cancer patients
Kate Middleton, aka Catherine, the Princess of Wales, completed the Three Peaks Challenge in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
AI smart glasses are helping students cheat on exams
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is changing the game in education, especially when it comes to exams.
BBC ends long wave radio service after nearly a century
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has shut down its long wave radio service, a platform that has been in operation for nearly a century.
How Indian businesses can leverage benefits of UK trade deal
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has announced a major initiative to help Indian businesses leverage the benefits of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
How harmful is screen time for toddlers?
A new landmark study has warned against the potential long-term health risks and reduced quality of life associated with screen time for babies and toddlers under two years.
Why UK has banned some Calvin Klein, Adidas ads
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned advertisements from fashion giants Calvin Klein, Adidas, and Uniqlo.
AI models capable of cyberattacks months away, says Five Eyes
A coalition of international intelligence agencies has warned that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models capable of launching major cyberattacks could be just months away.
AI law firm wins UK court case for 1st time
In a historic first, an artificial intelligence (AI) law firm has won a case in a UK court.
Europe heatwave: Record temperatures scorch UK, 18 dead in France
Europe is currently reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40°C in several countries.
Keir Starmer resigns as UK's PM
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation amid pressure from the Labour Party, making him the sixth PM in the country to do so within a decade.
UK detains Indian captain of sanctioned Russian oil tanker
The United Kingdom has detained Ajay Pant, a 38-year-old Indian captain of the sanctioned Russian shadow-fleet oil tanker MV Smyrtos.
India-US FTA 'in final stages': MEA after Modi-Trump G7 talks
India and the United States are on the verge of finalizing an interim trade agreement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on Thursday.
India-UK FTA starts July 15: What's getting cheaper for Indians?
India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom will come into effect on July 15, nearly a year after it was signed.
Google ordered to improve search ranking transparency in UK
UK's competition watchdog has mandated Google to be more transparent about its search ranking algorithms.
Over £220M lost to investment scams in UK last year
Investment scams in the UK have witnessed a massive spike, with over £220 million lost to fraudsters last year.
Is the UK headed for deindustrialization?
UK's industrial sector is on the brink of collapse, with thousands of companies warning they could go bankrupt in the next year due to high energy prices.
G7 dedicating sessions to discuss long-term reopening of Hormuz: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that the Group of Seven (G7) leaders will dedicate their Monday sessions to discussing the long-term reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
'Will help restore peace, stability': PM Modi welcomes US-Iran deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran to end hostilities in West Asia.
US-Iran reach agreement but at odds over $12B frozen assets
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework to extend their ceasefire for 60 days, with a formal signing ceremony expected on Friday in Switzerland.
UK bans social media for under-16s
The UK government has announced a ban on social media platforms for children under the age of 16.
UK to ink investment deal worth $24B with Japan
The United Kingdom and Japan are on the verge of signing an £18 billion ($24.1 billion) investment deal.
Is X allowing racists to post with 'impunity'?
Social media platform X has been accused of giving racists 'impunity' by refusing to remove posts containing racial slurs.
This pioneering therapy from UK can cure lupus
In a major medical breakthrough, five patients suffering from lupus in England have gone into remission after receiving a pioneering therapy.
Pakistani jailed for raping UK teen, then asking 'you enjoyed?'
A Pakistani asylum seeker, Sheraz Malik, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by a United Kingdom court for raping an intoxicated 18-year-old girl.
Vehicles, homes burned as anti-immigration violence flares in Northern Ireland
Anti-immigrant protesters have erupted across the United Kingdom after a 30-year-old man believed to be from Sudan was charged with attempted murder after a knife attack in Northern Ireland.
UK doctors might be sued for errors made by AI
Doctors and the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK could be sued for medical negligence over mistakes made by artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
EU to give €90B loan package to Ukraine
The European Union (EU) is set to increase its support for Ukraine with a €90 billion loan package. The first installment of this aid, amounting to €5.9 billion, will be used for purchasing drones.
Nepal rejects 3rd-party mediation in border dispute with India
Nepal has firmly rejected the idea of third-party mediation in its ongoing border dispute with India.
Why Tata Steel's £1.25B UK decarbonization project might be delayed
Tata Steel's ambitious £1.25 billion decarbonization project in the UK could be delayed by six to eight months.
UK: New AI-powered tool used during surgery for 1st time
Surgeons in the United Kingdom have used a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool during a live operation for the first time.
US blames Britain for handling of Southampton murder case
United States President JD Vance has blamed Britain's handling of the case after the murder of a white student by a Sikh man.
Profiles, job ads on job sites could be Chinese spies
Chinese spies are using job websites such as LinkedIn and Upwork to target government and military staff, the Five Eyes has warned.
Future AI-powered weapons should have moral framework: Ex-UK spy chief
David Omand, the former head of GCHQ, the UK's listening agency, has called for a moral framework for future artificial intelligence (AI)-powered weapon systems.
Outrage as police handcuff dying UK student stabbed by Indian
The tragic case of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was fatally stabbed in December 2025, has reignited discussions on policing and race in the United Kingdom.
UK publishers can opt out of Google's AI search summaries
UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has imposed new conduct requirements on Google's search services.
Oxford University to develop personalized cancer vaccines using AI
Oxford University has secured fresh funding to develop personalized cancer vaccines using artificial intelligence (AI).
'Made dog rape her...they placed bets': UK's horrific grooming-gang testimonies
British MP Rupert Lowe has revived the debate on "grooming gangs" in the United Kingdom after he read graphic testimonies from survivors in Parliament.
India-UK FTA: New Delhi might reconsider Scotch whisky tariff cuts
India has warned that it may reconsider major concessions under the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), including tariff cuts on Scotch whisky.
Why UK blocked entry of 2 prominent left-wing streamers
Cenk Uygur, a prominent YouTube political commentator and founder of the left-wing channel The Young Turks, has been denied entry into the United Kingdom.
Could Palantir share UK's financial data with Trump administration?
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is facing pressure to clarify its partnership with US tech giant Palantir.
Why AUKUS will deploy unmanned drones in its waters
The AUKUS alliance, comprising Australia, the UK, and the US, has announced plans to develop advanced unmanned undersea vehicles (UUVs).
This multi-cancer blood test might not be useful after all
A groundbreaking blood test, touted as a major advancement in oncology, has failed to achieve its primary goal in a large-scale clinical trial.
This stunning AC Cobra coupe comes with a fixed roof
AC Cars, which bills itself as UK's oldest active vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled the stunning new AC Cobra GT Coupe.
Passports, selfies of 100,000 UK visa applicants leaked online
UK Visa Portal, a third-party website that assists people in obtaining UK immigration visas, has suffered a major data breach.
Why British oil giant BP has fired its chairman
British oil giant BP has sacked its Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect.
Social media as bad as smoking for kids: UK doctors
Senior British doctors have warned that social media is as dangerous for children as smoking.
Is Scotland's 'green data centers' policy ignoring AI impact?
A Scottish charity, Action to Protect Rural Scotland (APRS), has raised concerns over the emissions impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the country's "green data centers" policy.