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How does playing rugby affect women's brains?
A groundbreaking research project has begun at Cardiff University, UK focusing on the effects of repeated head impacts in women's rugby.
Ebola vaccine could take another 9 months: WHO warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that it could take up to nine months for a vaccine against the Bundibugyo species of Ebola to be developed.
Why Google has been sued by an ex-AI engineer
Google is facing a lawsuit from an AI engineer who claims he was wrongfully terminated after protesting the tech giant's work with the Israeli government, The Guardian has reported.
Why UK has eased sanctions on Russian fuel
UK has announced a sanctions waiver for importing diesel and jet fuel refined from Russian crude oil in third countries.
Think twice before visiting these UK attractions
The United Kingdom is home to several popular tourist destinations that attract millions every year.
UK data centers are turning to gas for electricity generation
More than 100 new data centers in the UK are planning to use gas as a source of electricity generation, some even on a permanent basis.
Keir Starmer won't quit despite 80 Labour MPs' resignation calls
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has decided to stay in office, despite rising calls for his resignation from within the Labor Party. The calls come after heavy local election losses last week.
Niall Horan announces North American tour for 'Dinner Party' album
Irish singer Niall Horan has announced a North American tour to promote his upcoming album, Dinner Party.
Why 4-day workweek is essential for your health
A study presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Istanbul has found a link between long working hours and obesity.
Who was Michael Pennington? 'Star Wars' actor dies at 82
Michael Pennington, the acclaimed British theater and screen actor who played Moff Jerjerrod in Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi, has died at 82.
Google miscalculated carbon emissions of data centers in UK
Google's developers have grossly miscalculated the carbon emissions of two planned artificial intelligence (AI) data centers in the United Kingdom, documents reviewed by The Guardian revealed.
Modern slavery at record high in the UK: Report
Modern slavery is at an all-time high in the United Kingdom, according to a report by the government's independent anti-slavery commissioner.
Why UK wants airlines to merge their flights now
The UK government is urging airlines to merge flights and adjust their schedules, in a bid to prevent summer travel disruptions.
Fashion brand Superdry's co-founder convicted of rape
James Holder, the co-founder of popular fashion brand Superdry, has been convicted of rape.
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troops in Germany
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to review the possibility of reducing American troops stationed in Germany.
Your British Airways flight might become costlier soon
British Airways' parent company, International Airlines Group (IAG), has warned of possible ticket price hikes due to rising oil prices.
Russell Brand admits to 'exploitative' relationship with 16-year-old
Actor and comedian Russell Brand recently admitted to having sex with a 16-year-old when he was 30.
Why Telegram is being probed by UK's communications regulator
The UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, has launched an investigation into the messaging platform Telegram.
Why Microsoft is facing a $2.8B lawsuit in the UK
A London tribunal has given the green light to a mass lawsuit against Microsoft, The Guardian reported.
People born after 2008 can't smoke in the UK anymore
The United Kingdom has passed a historic law prohibiting anyone born after 2008 from buying tobacco products.
Why India has paused bilateral investment treaty talks with UK
India and the United Kingdom have put their bilateral investment treaty (BIT) negotiations on hold.
Bengali lecturer at University of Manchester removed from electoral rolls
Mehebub Sahana, a 36-year-old lecturer at the University of Manchester, who was looking forward to visiting West Bengal this April and cast his vote, found out at the last minute that his name had been removed from the electoral rolls.
India-UK FTA likely to come into effect this May
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on July 24, 2025, is expected to come into effect from the second week of May.
Want a matchbox? You can buy Cartier's set for ₹29,500
The humble matchbox has received a luxury makeover, with some models carrying eye-watering price tags.
Copyright for AI artwork? Delhi HC seeks Copyright Office's decision
The Delhi High Court has ordered the Copyright Office to decide on a copyright application for an AI-generated artwork within eight weeks.
Ex-Meta employee being investigated for downloading 30,000 private Facebook photos
A former Meta employee is being investigated by the UK police for allegedly downloading around 30,000 private Facebook images.
Wireless Festival 'forced to cancel' after UK denies Ye entry
The Wireless music festival in London has been canceled due to the United Kingdom government's decision to deny entry to rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West).
David Schwimmer thanks sponsors for withdrawing from Ye's UK concert
David Schwimmer, known for his role in F.R.I.E.N.D.S, has slammed rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) over his antisemitic comments and subsequent apology.
Pepsi withdraws from Wireless Festival over Ye's involvement
Pepsi has decided to withdraw its sponsorship of the Wireless Festival in London this summer.
'Only India has lost mariners': MEA at Iran war talks
India has called for the resumption of free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz during a multilateral meeting convened by the United Kingdom.
India to join 35 countries' efforts to reopen Hormuz
India has been invited by the United Kingdom to participate in a meeting of 35 countries aimed at reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
UK to host 35 countries for Strait of Hormuz talks
The United Kingdom will host a meeting of 35 nations, excluding the US, to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway has been blocked by Iran, disrupting global oil and gas shipments.
UK will not intervene in Iran war: Keir Starmer
United Kingdom Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out Britain's involvement in the ongoing conflict in Iran.
'Get your own oil': Trump to countries amid Hormuz blockade
United States President Donald Trump has singled out countries that did not support US military actions against Iran.
Who is Indira Gandhi's assassin's nephew, jailed in New Zealand?
Baltej Singh, the nephew of Satwant Singh, one of the assassins of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in New Zealand's largest drug bust.
Russia expels British diplomat over spying charges
Russia has expelled a British diplomat, Albertus Gerhardus Janse Van Rensburg, after accusing him of espionage.
Car plows into pedestrians in Derby, man in 30s arrested
A tragic incident occurred in Derby, United Kingdom, on Saturday night when a car plowed into pedestrians.
UK on your mind? Advice: Skip these spots
The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic destinations that draw millions of tourists every year.
UK to trial social media ban for teens
The UK government is set to trial social media bans, curfews, and app time limits for children.
AI-generated videos of child sexual abuse are flooding the web
The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF), a UK-based organization that monitors and works to remove illegal content online, has made a startling discovery.