British Isles
Friday, 17 April 2026 05:20
Protests after woman raped outside Epsom church
A serious incident in Epsom has sparked public concern and protest after a young woman was raped outside a church in the early hours of the morning. The attack, which occurred after she left a nearby…
Thursday, 16 April 2026 22:27
UK to send £752 million and 120,000 drones to Ukraine
The UK is strengthening its support for Ukraine with a major new package of military and financial aid, as international leaders meet to coordinate ongoing assistance. Rachel Reeves is expected to confirm a £752 million payment…
Thursday, 16 April 2026 22:25
Starmer facing renewed scrutiny after fresh news on Mandelson’s appointment
Keir Starmer is facing renewed scrutiny following reports that Peter Mandelson was initially denied security clearance before being approved by officials for his role as British ambassador to Washington. The controversy centres on claims that standard…
Thursday, 16 April 2026 22:21
Britain bracing for food shortages as Iran war threatens key supplies
The Government is preparing for potential food supply disruptions this summer amid fears that escalating tensions involving Iran could severely impact global shipping routes. A confidential contingency exercise, known as 'Exercise Turnstone’, has explored the consequences…
Thursday, 16 April 2026 22:18
179 prisoners freed in error last year
Government figures reveal that 179 prisoners in England and Wales were mistakenly released over the past year, averaging around three each week. These errors have been attributed to administrative failures such as incorrect paperwork, sentence miscalculations,…
Thursday, 16 April 2026 22:03
Starmer summons tech giants after warnings from families
Keir Starmer has summoned major technology companies to Downing Street amid mounting pressure from bereaved families calling for stronger action on online harms affecting children. Parents whose children died in incidents linked to social media have…