United Kingdom: News
04 Jul 2024
Rishi SunakWhy UK general elections are always held on Thursdays
United Kingdom voters are gearing up for the first general election since 2019, after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a surprise election in May.
30 Jun 2024
CanadaFIR filed against UK-based professor for inciting violence in Manipur
Uday Reddy, a Computer Science professor of Indian origin at the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, has been accused of inciting ethnic violence in Manipur through his online activities.
28 Jun 2024
Box Office'Downton Abbey 3': Production underway, release date announced
The much-awaited Downton Abbey 3 is currently being filmed in the United Kingdom, with a theatrical release scheduled for September 12, 2025.
26 Jun 2024
WorldUK: Indian-origin woman wrongly jailed while pregnant rejects apology
Seema Misra, a former United Kingdom subpostmistress wrongfully imprisoned while pregnant, has declined apologies from key figures involved in her conviction.
25 Jun 2024
Health & WellnessGene mutation identified as potential obesity trigger, says study
An international research team has identified a significant link between a gene mutation and increased weight gain.
24 Jun 2024
Health & WellnessUK teenager undergoes first global trial of skull-fitted epilepsy device
Oran Knowlson, a 13-year-old boy from Somerset, UK, has become the first patient worldwide to trial a new epilepsy device implanted in his skull.
23 Jun 2024
The BeatlesSpelling error makes auction-bound rare Beatles vinyl worth a fortune
An early single by the legendary 1960s pop group, The Beatles, is expected to sell for up to £9,000 ($12,000) at an auction on Monday.
15 Jun 2024
CybercrimesLondon hospitals postpone 1,600 operations and appointments after Russian cyberattack
London hospitals had to delay nearly 1,600 operations and outpatient appointments due to a cyberattack, per the National Health Service (NHS).
14 Jun 2024
Narendra ModiG7 Summit: What's on PM Modi's agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Italy on Thursday night to attend the 50th G7 Summit, his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term.
12 Jun 2024
BusinessUK's 'quiet quitters' cost economy £257 billion in lost output
The United Kingdom's economy suffered a significant blow last year, losing over £257 billion in potential output due to disengaged workers.
11 Jun 2024
Initial Public Offering (IPO)Raspberry Pi goes public, sees 32% stock price surge
Raspberry Pi, the renowned manufacturer of affordable single-board computers, has officially become a publicly traded company.
08 Jun 2024
DelhiMaharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi lead UK's investment inflows from India
Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Delhi are leading the way in foreign direct investment (FDI) from India into the UK.
03 Jun 2024
BTSRM's 'Right Place, Wrong Person' scores biggest US debut yet!
BTS's RM has once again made waves in the US music scene with his new solo album Right Place, Wrong Person.
31 May 2024
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI repatriates gold reserves from UK, first move since 1991
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has successfully transferred a substantial amount of gold, exceeding 100 tons, from the United Kingdom to its vaults in India.
30 May 2024
AntarcticaNot just Delhi, temperatures across the world are soaring
In recent years, there has been a global trend of record-breaking heat, with many locations reporting their highest-ever temperatures.
28 May 2024
Social MediaUK health food retailer ridiculed for menopause chocolate bar
Holland & Barrett, a leading health food chain in the United Kingdom, has come under fire for its new product—a dark chocolate bar that claims to alleviate menopause symptoms.
26 May 2024
Autonomous vehiclesUK will have self-driving cars on the roads by 2026
The United Kingdom has passed the Automated Vehicles Act, a landmark legislation that will allow self-driving cars on its roads by 2026.
23 May 2024
Rishi SunakExplained: What happens in a UK general election
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced that the United Kingdom (UK) will hold its next general election on July 4, following a cabinet meeting on Wednesday afternoon.
23 May 2024
SmartphonesSmartphones emerge as India's 4th largest exported items in FY24
Smartphones have climbed the ranks to become India's fourth-largest export item, witnessing a substantial 42% growth and hitting $15.6 billion in FY24, as reported by Business Standard.
22 May 2024
Electric CarsElectric, hybrid cars more likely to hit pedestrians, study finds
A recent analysis of the UK's road traffic accidents has revealed a startling trend: hybrid and electric cars are more likely to be involved in accidents with pedestrians, than their petrol or diesel counterparts.
20 May 2024
San FranciscoUK's AI Safety Institute sets foot in San Francisco
The United Kingdom is extending its artificial intelligence (AI) safety initiatives, by launching a second branch of the AI Safety Institute in San Francisco.
20 May 2024
Elon MuskSouth Korea, UK set to co-host second global AI summit
South Korea and the United Kingdom are preparing to co-host the second global AI summit on May 21 and 22 in Seoul.
19 May 2024
Upcoming MoviesFirst-look: Sinister Martin Portlock unmasked in 'Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare'
The team behind the slasher horror hit Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey have released a first glimpse of their new project, Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare.
12 May 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningUK agency launches AI testing toolset 'Inspect': How it works
Safety Institute, the UK's body focused on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, has unveiled a toolset named 'Inspect.'
11 May 2024
EuropeAurora Borealis illuminates European night sky amid solar storm
The Aurora Borealis, also referred to as the Northern Lights, illuminated the night skies across several parts of Europe yesterday (May 10, local time).
10 May 2024
BusinessUK economy exits recession as GDP shows recovery
The United Kingdom has officially come out from its recession, with recent data revealing a 0.6% growth in the economy during the first quarter of the year.
08 May 2024
BAFTAHarry Lawtey to play young Richard Burton in 'Mr. Burton'
Harry Lawtey, a promising talent in the UK acting scene, has been selected to portray a young Richard Burton in the upcoming film Mr. Burton, reported Deadline.
08 May 2024
FacebookFacebook under fire for inaction on Taylor Swift ticket scam
Facebook is facing criticism from users who claim their accounts were hacked, and used to sell counterfeit tickets for Taylor Swift's UK concerts.
08 May 2024
United States of AmericaUS DOJ charges LockBit ransomware mastermind, promises $10 million bounty
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally charged Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, a Russian national.
07 May 2024
ChinaChina suspected of cyberattack on UK's Ministry of Defence
Sky News has reported a significant data breach at the UK's Ministry of Defence (MoD). The suspected source of this cyberattack is China.
01 May 2024
LondonStabbing in UK school: 3 injured, 17-year-old arrested
A 17-year-old boy was arrested on Wednesday for attempted murder after three people were injured in an apparent stabbing at a school in northern England, police said, a day after a similar incident in Wales, United Kingdom.
01 May 2024
King Charles IIIKing Charles visits cancer center after resuming in-person duties
In their first public appearance since King Charles III's February cancer diagnosis, he and Queen Camilla visited the prestigious University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre in London on Tuesday (local time).
30 Apr 2024
Raghav Chadha'Chadha in UK for surgery, could've lost eyesight': Delhi minister
Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha is currently in the United Kingdom, receiving medical treatment for a serious eye condition, Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said on Tuesday.
30 Apr 2024
Climate ChangeUK scientists develop material that absorbs carbon faster than trees
UK scientists have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change, by developing a porous substance capable of storing substantial amounts of greenhouse gases.
29 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningWhat to expect from the second Global AI Safety Summit?
The second Global AI Safety Summit, a significant event in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), is set to commence soon.
26 Apr 2024
Vijay MallyaWhy India is discussing Mallya's extradition with France
The Indian government is reportedly seeking the extradition of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya from France, The Indian Express reported.
25 Apr 2024
Rebel WilsonRebel Wilson's memoir to be published in UK with redactions
The United Kingdom version of Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, will be published with certain sections omitted.
23 Apr 2024
ChinaPakistan ex-PM Nawaz Sharif travels to China for medical examination
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif on Monday embarked on a five-day trip to China, reports said.
23 Apr 2024
StartupsThis invisibility shield can hide people standing side by side
Invisibility Shield Co, a British start-up, has unveiled an advanced version of its revolutionary product, that can effectively hide objects behind it by manipulating light.
23 Apr 2024
LawsuitsGrindr facing lawsuit for sharing users' HIV status, sexual preference
Grindr, a popular dating app, is currently facing a lawsuit in London, over accusations of sharing users' private data with advertising firms without their consent.
