North Korean Diplomats in London Keep Low Profile, Neighbours Say
Residents near the Ealing embassy say diplomats rarely interact, even as protests and public curiosity grow around the secretive mission
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Banksy Statue in London to Remain on Display
Westminster officials welcome the provocative artwork, widely interpreted as a critique of “blind patriotism,” and move to protect it from damage
British Couple Posthumously Honoured by Uzbekistan for WWII Bravery
The Uzbek government recognised the broader impact of the couple's selfless actions
Suspect in Court Over Suspected Terrorist Attack on Jewish Men in London
The stabbings mark a severe escalation in a recent string of incidents
In Photos: Donald Trump’s Bruised Hands Spark Speculation During King Charles III Visit
Viral images overshadow diplomatic events as social media questions US president’s health
Pokémon Card Crime Wave Hits UK High Streets as Values Skyrocket
The robberies are often fast and calculated
UK Faces Calls to Ban Kanye West from Entering over Festival Appearance
Political leaders and sponsors react as controversy grows over rapper’s past antisemitic remarks
Pepsi and Diageo Exit Wireless Festival Over Ye Backlash
Both corporations had been facing mounting digital pressure from critics
Yasmina Khusniddinova From Tashkent Passes Audition on Britain’s Got Talent
All four judges voted for her to advance to the next round
Drone Attack Hits Coalition Base in Iraq as Tankers Burn in Gulf Escalation
British special forces intercept some drones as attacks on shipping and energy infrastructure push oil prices higher
Huge Fire at Glasgow Central Station Causes Building Collapse
More than 60 firefighters and 15 fire engines were deployed to the scene
Bank of England May Raise Interest Rates if Iran Conflict Drives Energy Prices Higher
Economists warn the Bank of England could reconsider planned rate cuts if oil and gas prices surge due to tensions involving Iran
Bank of England Could Face Weak Demand Risk as Inflation Eases, Policymaker Says
Comments from MPC member signal growing debate over rate cuts as inflation undershoots forecasts
UK and Central Asian Foreign Ministers Attend Market Open Ceremony at London Stock Exchange
The event was led by Dame Julia Hoggett, CEO of the London Stock Exchange
EU and UK Agree Draft Deal on Gibraltar’s Post-Brexit Status
Draft treaty introduces a “fluid border” for people and goods, but still requires ratification amid political scrutiny in the UK
UK to Host First Ministerial Summit with Central Asian Nations
The gathering will be hosted by British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper
Uzbekistan’s AMMC Considers London Bond Debut Amid UK Cooperation Talks
Mining giant explores potential bond placement as Uzbekistan deepens financial cooperation with the UK
Police Allowed to Keep £1.8 Mln Gold Seized at Manchester Airport
Court grants Greater Manchester Police forfeiture order after record gold seizure linked to suspected criminal activity
Uzbekistan and UK Sign Memorandum to Boost Trade and Business Ties
New agreement focuses on joint projects, Islamic tourism, and business cooperation as bilateral trade continues to grow
UK Faces Compensation Payouts after Court Rules Migrant Phone Seizures Unlawful
Dozens of Channel migrants receive payouts after High Court finds Home Office policy breached privacy rights
UK High Court Rules Palestine Action Terror Ban Unlawful, But Proscription Remains
Judges find government decision disproportionate, but ban remains active pending appeal as thousands face arrest fallout.
Chinese Rocket Splashes Down in South Pacific after UK Emergency Preparations
Britain prepared emergency systems as uncontrolled Chinese Zhuque-3 rocket re-entered Earth’s atmosphere
Pop Mart to Open UK Headquarters in London as Labubu Dolls Go Global
Chinese toy giant Pop Mart chooses London for its European hub and plans seven new UK stores amid growing UK–China trade ties
Octopus Energy Strikes Landmark Deal to Supply Renewable Power in China
UK’s largest energy supplier partners with Chinese state-backed utility as Britain seeks closer economic ties with Beijing