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UK will struggle to boost public sector with AI drive, MPs warn
Commons committee points to outdated technology and lack of digital skills in governmentFinancial Times - 3d -
Confidence plummeting among UK food and drink manufacturers, survey shows
Food and Drink Federation says business confidence fell to -47% amid inflation, energy and labour pressures. Confidence is tumbling among Britain’s food and drink manufacturers, as inflationary ...The Guardian - 2d -
UK’s Royal Society will not take disciplinary action against Elon Musk
National science academy says judgments potentially seen as political would do ‘more harm than good’Financial Times - 2d -
UK housebuilder Vistry calls staff back to office full-time
Order comes after underestimations of building costs caused a multimillion pound overspendFinancial Times - 2d -
Reeves sets out new UK defence growth board
Chancellor confirms £2.2bn military funding rise next year in Spring StatementFinancial Times - 2d -
UK forges ahead with billions in welfare spending cuts as growth forecast halved
British lawmakers and the public are waiting to see if Reeves will stick to her self-imposed spending and debt rules.CNBC - 2d -
Reeves can still raise UK business spirits — on a shoestring
Despite the gloom, Labour has another shot at changing the narrative through its promised industrial strategyFinancial Times - 2d -
UK University Gets Record Fine Over Free Speech on Campus
A regulator penalized the school three years after a professor quit in response to what she said was a campaign of harassment over her views on transgender identity.The New York Times - 2d -
British Steel’s Chinese owner rejects UK government subsidy offer
Move triggers fears about job losses at company’s flagship Scunthorpe siteFinancial Times - 2d -
‘Exodus’ of clinical researchers sparks concern over future of UK healthcare
Lack of incentives is driving down the number of clinical researchers in BritainFinancial Times - 2d -
Why Rachel Reeves may have to raise UK taxes in October
The chancellor is on track to meet her own fiscal rules, so why is there talk of tax rises in the autumn?BBC News - 1d -
Why Rachel Reeves may have to raise UK taxes in October
The chancellor is on track to meet her own fiscal rules, so why is there talk of tax rises in the autumn?BBC News - 1d -
UK doesn't want to 'escalate' Trump trade war with auto tariff response
British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves warned against heightening tensions with President Trump during his self-declared trade war against nations that oppose his “America First” policy. ...The Hill - 1d -
UK doesn't want to 'escalate' Trump trade war with auto tariff response
British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves warned against heightening tensions with President Trump during his self-declared trade war against nations that oppose his “America First” policy. ...The Hill - 1d -
Ukrainians in UK lose out on jobs and homes over visa uncertainty
Some employers and landlords are reluctant to hire or rent to Ukrainians because their visas are due to expire.BBC News - 1d -
UK car firms urge help as Trump tariffs loom
Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tax on exports.BBC News - 19h -
Export of endangered eels to Russia ends after UK government ban
British eel trader says move will destroy traditional elvering but campaigners welcome decision. Endangered eels caught in British estuaries will no longer be exported to Russia after the ...The Guardian - 19h -
UK car firms urge help as Trump tariffs loom
Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tax on exports.BBC News - 18h -
Export of endangered eels to Russia ends after UK government ban
British eel trader says move will destroy traditional elvering but campaigners welcome decision. Endangered eels caught in British estuaries will no longer be exported to Russia after the ...The Guardian - 19h -
Spring warmth to make comeback in UK with temperatures set to climb above 20C
The start of April could bring the warmest weather of the year so far - but will it last?BBC News - 16h -
Spring warmth to make comeback in UK with temperatures set to climb above 20C
The start of April could bring the warmest weather of the year so far - but will it last?BBC News - 16h -
Reform UK launches 'most ambitious' local election campaign
Reform is hoping for major gains at it contests nearly all the1,600 council seats up for re-election on 1 May.BBC News - 7h -
What could Apple’s high court challenge mean for data protection?
The UK’s battle for access to encrypted services could define how companies are able to safeguard customer data in the future. Apple will challenge a UK government demand to access encrypted ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Croatia vs France team news and predicted lineups
Croatia meet France at the Stadion Poljud in the first leg of their Uefa Nations League quarter-final on Thursday 20th March.The game kicks off at 7:45pm (UK time), but a UK broadcaster is yet to ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Edinburgh and Yorkshire to host Tour de France Grand Départs in 2027
Men’s and women’s races will both visit UK for three days ‘The biggest free spectator event ever hosted in the UK’ The men’s Tour de France will return to Britain in July 2027 with a spectacular ...The Guardian - Mar. 19 -
Starmer warns Putin of ‘severe consequences’ if he breaches peace deal
UK leader says Russia cannot veto how Ukraine defends itself as western military officials meet to draft security plans. Analysis: UK turns to the EU for defensive ties Vladimir Putin will ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
I spoke to children in Gaza this week and here’s what they told me: they just want to live | Shaima Al-Obaidi
As war resumes, so does the death sentence for Gaza’s children. The UK must not be an ally to further atrocities. Shaima Al-Obaidi is a senior media manager at Save the Children UK When I was ...The Guardian - Mar. 21 -
When will the Department of Education be dissolved? Secretary McMahon doesn't know
Linda McMahon said Friday that President Donald Trump "intends" to sign an executive order to dissolve the Department of Education -- but it's still unclear when.ABC News - Mar. 7 -
What to know about Steve Witkoff, a key figure in Trump's international negotiations
NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons reports on U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff’s growing stature in the Trump administration as the U.S. engages in diplomatic talks around the ...NBC News - Mar. 7 -
5 Things to Know About the Rise and Fall of Mayor Eric Adams
Here are five takeaways from the Magazine’s profile of New York City’s mayor.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Daylight saving time is here. What to know about 'springing forward.'
After a long winter of short days, it’s finally time to spring forward.NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Hundreds of civilians have been killed in Syria. Here's what we know.
Hundreds of civilians have been killed in Syria in the last 48 hours, marking the deadliest eruption of violence since the fall of the Assad regime in December.NBC News - Mar. 9 -
Mark Carney Will Be Canada’s Next Prime Minister. Here’s What to Know.
Mark Carney, a former central banker, now heads the Liberal Party and will soon lead Canada, tasked with responding to President Trump’s threats.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
What to know about Mark Carney, elected next Canadian prime minister
Mark Carney, a former central banker, won his Liberal Party's election in a landslide Sunday and will replace Justin Trudeau as prime minister of Canada. He will be sworn into office in the coming ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
What couples need to know about desire: ‘There’s no right or healthy amount of sex’
Desire discrepancy is one of the most common reasons couples come to certified sex and relationship practitioner Georgia Grace . Solving the issue means challenging false assumptions. Get our ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Greenland votes amid Trump invitation to join US: What to know
Greenland's upcoming national election could set the stage for a later referendum on its future control, as President Trump has renewed his quest to take over the natural resources-rich arctic land.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Haven't paid your credit card debt? Here are the legal consequences to know.
Not paying your credit card debt can have serious repercussions, but does that include legal ramifications?CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Search intensifies for missing Pitt spring breaker. Here's what we know.
Authorities are searching in the tourist town of Punta Cana for any signs of 20-year-old Pitt student Sudiksha Konanki, who disappeared while on spring break.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
What we know about the alleged hazing death of a Louisiana college student
Caleb Wilson died after being punched in the chest during an alleged off-campus hazing incident in Baton Rouge, police said.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
What We Know About the Month-Old Migrant Mission at Guantánamo Bay
President Trump said the base would house as many as 30,000 migrants awaiting deportation. But construction of a tent city was halted weeks ago.The New York Times - Mar. 11