Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

Three-year agreement to strengthen international arts connections for Wales launches
Paul Thompson, Chair, British Council signing the new three-year agreement with Maggie Russell, Chair, Arts Council Wales British Council Wales, Arts Council of Wales and its international agency Wales Arts International, have signed a new...

Nigel Farage 'doesn't care about Scotland'
SNP leader John Swinney has accused Nigel Farage of not caring about Scotland as the Reform UK leader prepares to visit Aberdeen. Mr Farage will speak at a press conference in Aberdeen on Monday, with the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse...

12 new submarines set to be built in UK, the Government has announced
The Prime Minister was set to announce today, June 2, that the UK would build up to 12 new nuclear-powered attack submarines and channel £15 billion into enhancing its warhead programme, as part of the Government's strategic defence review. The...

New Miss World crowned as controversy brews over Miss England accusations
Published on 02/06/2025 - 12:55 GMT+2 The 72nd Miss World beauty pageant was held this weekend in India and Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand was crowned Miss World. Chuangsri topped a field of 108 contestants in the contest held in India’s...

Oasis fans race to snap up Next, New Look and River Island t-shirts ahead of UK tour
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more With the eagerly anticipated Oasis tour just five weeks away, fans across the UK are frantically dusting off their old records, double...

UK house prices rise in May 'despite wider economic uncertainties'
UK house prices have risen in May following April's dip and "wider economic uncretainties." According to Nationwide Building Society, prices rose by 0.5% compared to April, when they had fallen by 0.6%. The average property now costs £273,427, and...

North East attraction dubbed 'best on Earth' named top free day out in the UK
A North East attraction has been named as one of the top places to go for families looking for free summer holiday activities this year. Durham Cathedral was crowned as the best free historical attraction to visit in a survey carried out by...

UK getting ready for war, PM says
LONDON, June 2. /TASS/. The United Kingdom is increasing its defense spending in order to ensure the combat readiness of its armed forces amid growing tensions in Europe, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said. When asked as to whether he is...

Andersen Consulting adds Stratence Partners to UK footprint
Stratence Partners, a United Kingdom-based management consulting firm specialised in pricing, has become a member of Andersen Consulting. One of the most powerful professional services brands is making its comeback, with Stratence Partners...

HMRC could owe hidden £2,200 payment to hundreds of thousands in UK
HMRC could owe hidden fortunes worth £2,200 to hundreds of thousands. HMRC, the Labour Party government's tax arm, has confirmed that many thousand of people aged between 18 and 22 have unclaimed savings accounts. Millions of pounds are sitting...

18th century editions of UK’s oldest daily newspaper go online
Editions of a UK local newspaper dating back nearly 300 years have gone online as part of a major digitisation project by the British Library. The Belfast-based News Letter is believed to be the world’s oldest English-language general daily...

Nottingham care home prepares to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay to mark Care Home Open Week 2025
HC-One’s Fosse Way View Care Home in Bingham, Nottingham, is preparing to take part in the Great British Care Cycle Relay event, organised by Championing Social Care which runs in tandem with Care Home Open Week activities. The Great British Care...

UK house prices on rise again after April dip - here's why
House prices in the UK picked up again in May, helped by favourable market conditions for buyers, according to Nationwide Building Society. Prices rose by 0.5% compared to April, when they had fallen by 0.6%. The average property now costs...

The stunning UK dupes for your bucket list destinations - discover sandy beaches and turquoise seas without flying long-haul
Britain has no shortage of holiday spots worth visiting, but you may be surprised at how similar some destinations are to your dream international holiday spots. You don't need to travel long-haul to experience sandy white beaches, turquoise seas,...

Breaking News: UK Endorses Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as Most Credible Solution for Western Sahara
The UK has finally joined the ongoing momentum, supporting Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as the most serious and credible political solution to end the dispute over Western Sahara. The UK announced the news during foreign secretary David Lammy’s visit...

Three years post-Jenkins, work still needs to be done on parliament culture
Jenkins’ landmark review sparked major reforms, but enduring cultural change demands transparency and independent oversight. Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins at the National Press Club in Canberra, Wednesday, November 30, 2022. (AAP...

UK job vacancies are rising: Is your recruitment team doing enough to stand out from the crowd?
March saw UK vacancies post a year-on-year rise for the first time since 2022, with a 3.7% upturn in activity, indicating that job markets may be about to become more competitive. Alongside an increase in postings, we saw a boost to advertised...

A mum who moved her family to Spain says she would never return to Ireland or the UK - after finding she could save thousands of pounds on childcare and other costs abroad
A mother who emigrated to Spain with her family has revealed she will never return to Ireland or the UK because it is cheaper living abroad. Sandra Laurie packed her bags along with her husband Warner and their two children, Oliver, 12 and...
Chandigarh University Fulfills Dreams of 388 students for Study in USA, 59 students in Australia, 48 students in Canada & 13 students in UK
CU Empowers Students with Global Exposure from Harvard to Walt Disney World CHANDIGARH, India, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chandigarh: With a vision to provide Global Exposure to its students, Chandigarh University have fulfilled academic dreams...

Business News | Chandigarh University Fulfills Dreams of 388 Students for Study in USA, 59 Students in Australia, 48 Students in Canada & 13 Students in UK
PRNewswire Chandigarh [India], June 2: Chandigarh: With a vision to provide Global Exposure to its students, Chandigarh University have fulfilled academic dreams of more than 2,000 students by offering them academic learning opportunities in...