White House “inept” claims UK ambassador
July 7th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Donald Trump’s White House is “uniquely dysfunctional” and “inept” claims Britain’s man in Washington. The UK ambassador’s assessment of the
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Labour voter support equals all time low
July 4th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Support for the Labour Party has slipped to an historic low as just one in five voters say they would
That’s a £735,000 cheque for chess piece
July 3rd, 2019 | by Philip Braund
A chess piece bought for £5 has been sold for £735,000 at auction. The missing “pawn” from a treasure trove
Corbyn demands inquiry into “failing health” claims
July 2nd, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for a “speedy and thorough” independent inquiry into alleged claims by civil servants that
Text to switch mobiles – new rules make it easier
July 1st, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Mobile phone users can now switch providers within 24 hours by sending a single text. They can also keep their
Eurostar backtracks on drinks ban
June 28th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Eurostar has stepped back from an alcohol crackdown after passengers complained. A social media campaign has forced the train company
Coursers use quad bikes to run down hares
June 26th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Cruel hare coursers have abandoned chasing hares with dogs and are using quad bikes to ride down the animals. These
John Prescott suffers stroke
June 24th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott is in hospital after having a stroke. The 81-year-old Labour politician – known as
Tory MP suspended after protester manhandled
June 21st, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Foreign Office Minister Mark Field has been suspended from his post after forcefully grabbing a woman protester. Mr Field was
Danger – hedgehog ahead
June 18th, 2019 | by Philip Braund
Hedgehog road signs will be used throughout the UK to warn drivers of small animals. They will be displayed in
Latest UK News
- Uncle Ben’s name change after racial connotations
September 24, 2020 9:20 am
The name Uncle Ben’s rice has been changed after implications it was racially stereotyping. The distinct bright orange package will now be called Ben’s Original. Owners Mars said it was … Read More
- All bets off on Tom Hardy being next 007
September 24, 2020 8:54 am
All bets on Tom Hardy being the next James Bond have been suspended. Odds on Hardy, 43, taking over from Daniel Craig were slashed from 6/1 to evens. Now betting … Read More
Latest EU News
August 19, 2020 5:37 pm
It is no secret that Europe, and London in particular, has for many years welcomed dissidents and opposition leaders from around the world, providing a safe shelter for many of … Read More
August 19, 2020 9:11 am
A passenger was ejected from a train mid-journey because he refused to wear a face mask on board. He was also fined more than £120. The train driver of the … Read More
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August 19, 2020 5:37 pm
It is no secret that Europe, and London in particular, has for many years welcomed dissidents and opposition leaders from around the world, providing a safe shelter for many of … Read More
June 17, 2020 3:51 pm
The head of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies warned the country’s 5G auction policies should not be swayed by ideology, Reuters reported, days after rumours emerged the US was potentially offering incentives for operators to … Read More
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September 24, 2020 9:20 am
The name Uncle Ben’s rice has been changed after implications it was racially stereotyping. The distinct bright orange package will now be called Ben’s Original. Owners Mars said it was … Read More
September 24, 2020 8:54 am
All bets on Tom Hardy being the next James Bond have been suspended. Odds on Hardy, 43, taking over from Daniel Craig were slashed from 6/1 to evens. Now betting … Read More