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Russia threatens Europe with nuclear strikes; Iran rejects terror claims
Russia has threatened nuclear strikes against European nations if they continue supporting Ukraine. Iran has rejected claims linking it to a suspected terrorism incident near RAF Fairford.
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Heavily pregnant woman is ‘refused emergency accommodation by council’ which houses more than 3,500 migrants – as charity that stepped in says it was told ‘unborn children have no rights’
A heavily pregnant woman seeking refuge from domestic abuse was allegedly refused emergency accommodation by Glasgow City Council and spent the night in a homeless shelter. The Homeless Project Scotland charity reported that during the council interaction, officials allegedly told charity staff that “unborn children have no rights,” sparking criticism over the city’s handling of…
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Faye Driscoll’s rotating platform brings climate and human connection to life
Faye Driscoll’s extraordinary performance work “Weathering” arrives in the UK for its Fierce festival premiere in Birmingham, marking significant recognition for the US-based choreographer whose piece has captivated audiences across Europe since its New York debut in 2023. The work represents a nuanced reflection on climate, ecology and human connection through a compelling blend of…
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UK holds talks on emergency diesel stocks amid US export threat
Britain held urgent talks with European partners about releasing emergency diesel stocks after President Donald Trump threatened to restrict US exports unless Europe helped increase fuel supplies. The discussions reflect growing pressure on governments to ease rising prices as conflicts disrupt global trade in refined oil. UK officials spoke with Germany, France, Italy, Ireland and…
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Nova Scotia church faces backlash over assisted dying information event
St. Timothy’s Anglican Church in Nova Scotia hosted an educational event about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) at one of its regular “hot potato” dinners focused on controversial topics. The event sparked significant backlash online, with critics arguing that churches should help people find reasons to live rather than facilitate discussions about assisted dying, particularly…
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Farage jokes about deporting Meghan Markle if he becomes prime minister
Nigel Farage joked that Meghan Markle could be deported to the United States if he became prime minister, while criticising the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s conduct. Speaking on Benny Johnson’s podcast, the Reform UK leader said he felt sorry for Prince Harry and believed he had made a poor life choice. Farage described Harry…
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UK population reaches 69.5 million as annual growth slows to 1998 low
The UK’s population reached an estimated 69.5 million in mid-2025, a new peak, but annual growth slowed to its lowest rate since 1998, excluding the pandemic-affected year of 2020. The figures show how falling net migration and low birth numbers are slowing population growth and changing forecasts for when the UK and its nations may…
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Newborn girl found on Bangor coast may have been in water for weeks
A newborn girl’s body was found on the shore in Bangor, Gwynedd, prompting a major police inquiry. North Wales Police say she may have been in the water for up to a few weeks and are trying to identify her and find her mother, stressing that her welfare and safety are their priority. A post-mortem…
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Samsung lifts most Galaxy S26 prices by $100 in the US
Samsung has raised US prices for nearly every Galaxy S26 model by at least $100, taking the 256GB base model to $999. Combined with an earlier launch increase, it now costs $200 more than the base Galaxy S25 did, reflecting broader phone price rises this year. The 256GB S26 Plus is now $1,199 and the…
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Review finds Travelodge guests remain at risk from room intrusions
An independent review commissioned after a serious sexual assault at Travelodge has found that guests remain at risk, with room intrusions reported at nearly one in 10 of its hotels during summer 2026. The incident in question occurred in 2022 in Maidenhead, when a man was given a copy of a guest’s room key after…