British Isles & Ireland
Friday, 27 March 2026 09:46
Pentagon inks deal with BAE, Lockheed for increased production
The Pentagon has signed major agreements with BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin to significantly increase production of key components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system. The deal will see output of advanced infrared…
Friday, 27 March 2026 09:44
557 arrests in a month as fraud crackdown delivers record results
A nationwide fraud crackdown has led to 557 arrests in a single month, marking the most successful phase yet of Operation Henhouse. The initiative targets organised fraud networks operating both online and offline. Authorities also froze…
Thursday, 19 March 2026 23:05
Meningitis outbreak latest: more cases
A meningitis outbreak in Kent is continuing to develop, with 27 confirmed and suspected cases to date. Health officials are warning that numbers may increase further. The outbreak, linked initially to a nightclub in Canterbury, has…
Thursday, 19 March 2026 23:02
Gas prices surge by 25% overnight after strikes in Qatar
UK gas prices have surged by around 25% following escalating conflict in the Middle East, raising fresh concerns over energy security and household costs. The spike came after Iranian missile strikes hit a major liquefied natural…
Thursday, 19 March 2026 22:58
Two charged with Iran-linked espionage on Jewish community
Two men have been charged under the UK’s National Security Act following an investigation into alleged espionage targeting London’s Jewish community. Nematollah Shahsavani, a dual British-Iranian national, and Alireza Farasati, an Iranian national, are accused of…
Thursday, 19 March 2026 22:54
Bank of England says inflation will probably rise due to Iran war
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid growing concerns that conflict in the Middle East will drive up inflation in the UK. The decision follows rising energy prices linked to disruption in…