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Spring equinox is UK's warmest day of year so far
First day of spring might see temperatures reach 20CBBC News - 4d -
UK regulator says plan for competitive broadband market by 2031 on track
Rising impact of rival networks may see Ofcom lifting restrictions on BT’s OpenreachFinancial Times - 4d -
UK Treasury plans to monitor departments’ spending in real time
Darren Jones outlines ambition to have live performance data but admits it will take yearsFinancial Times - 4d -
Women in UK face HRT treatment ‘lottery’, doctors warn
Experts say there are regional disparities in medication access even as prescriptions riseFinancial Times - 4d -
UK should not cave in to Trump’s ‘bullying’ over tech tax says Davey
Lib Dem leader warns US president is ‘an unreliable ally’Financial Times - 4d -
The 10 most picturesque golf courses you can play in the UK
Of all the attributes for which the United Kingdom can be proud, the beauty of its golf courses should never be underestimated.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
UK should ‘ideally’ not have ‘any’ troops in Ukraine, says Badenoch
Tory leader calls for Parliament to be given a vote on any military involvementFinancial Times - 4d -
UK statistics agency braces for official reviews as more data flaws emerge
The ONS has postponed publishing trade data and suspended publication of two price indices over past 10 daysFinancial Times - 3d -
UK looks at cutting digital services tax to avoid Trump tariffs
US ambassador Lord Peter Mandelson signals that a variety of options are on the tableFinancial Times - 3d -
Heathrow’s shutdown fuels questions about UK’s infrastructure resilience
Within hours of a fire at a power substation, one of the world’s busiest airports was closed to all flightsFinancial Times - 3d -
Facebook to stop targeting ads at UK woman after legal fight
Tanya O'Carroll says her case opens a "gateway" for others wanting to stop personalised adverts.BBC News - 2d -
Women seeking asylum in UK allege sexual abuse in mixed-sex hotels
Claims of sexual violence made against other asylum seekers and staff include case of a 14-year-old who was allegedly raped. Women and girls seeking asylum in Britain have alleged that they were ...The Guardian - 2d -
UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs
Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon.BBC News - 2d -
UK watchdog to encourage more risk-taking by savers, says FCA chair
Financial regulator also aims to increase trust in markets by clamping down on fraudFinancial Times - 1d -
Critics of UK’s AI copyright proposal must not ‘resist change’, says minister
Peter Kyle promises government will ‘prioritise . . . forward movement’ over plans that have enraged creative industriesFinancial Times - 1d -
UK services growth offers respite for Reeves ahead of Spring Statement
Private sector output expands more than expected in March and at its fastest pace in six monthsFinancial Times - 1d -
UK's Starmer says Trump 'has a point,' but 'I don't trust Putin'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in a new interview that President Trump “has a point” on the need for Europe to bear a greater defense burden. He maintained, however, that he does not ...The Hill - 22h -
Meta considers charging for ad-free Facebook and Instagram in the UK
The firm is considering asking people to pay to remove ads if they do not want their data to be tracked.BBC News - 22h -
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Boxer who fled UK after supplying drugs jailed
Lennox Clarke, who supplied drugs to a dealer in Cheltenham, went on the run to Ireland, Mexico and Thailand.BBC News - 19h -
UK watchdog to cut financial sector rules after calls from business
Simplification drive comes as the FCA launches its strategy for next five-yearsFinancial Times - 14h -
UK draws up new disease-threat watch list
Some are viruses with global pandemic potential - like Covid - others infectious illnesses with no treatments.BBC News - 12h -
UK’s Motability to crack down on misuse of motoring scheme for disabled people
Chief executive says most car buyers come from households on incomes of less than £20,000Financial Times - 9h -
Millions of UK tyres meant for recycling sent to furnaces in India
The illegal makeshift plants cause serious health problems and huge environmental damage.BBC News - 8h -
France and UK now leaders of hard power in Europe, says Czech PM
Petr Fiala says power balance is shifting in response to Russian threat and US pressureFinancial Times - 9h -
Largest road tunnel in UK to be built under River Thames
The 14-mile (22.5km) road will link the A2 and M2 in Kent with the A13 and M25 in Essex.BBC News - 2h -
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 - 6d -
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 - 5d -
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 - 4d -
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 - 3d -
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
