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UK Laws Are Not ‘Fit for Social Media Age,’ Says Report Into Summer Riots
Outdated legislation prevented the police from rapidly correcting misinformation after a stabbing attack on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class last summer, lawmakers said.The New York Times - 2d -
Ex-UK lawmaker charged with cheating for making bet on insider information
A former U.K. lawmaker and 14 others have been charged with cheating when betting on the timing of Britain’s general election last yearABC News - 2d -
China warns UK government to treat Chinese owners of British Steel fairly
China has warned the U.K. government to treat the Chinese owners of British Steel fairly or risk undermining investor confidence in the country after British authorities took control of the companyABC News - 2d -
Rainfall warnings issued for UK as April dry spell comes to abrupt end
The first half of April was very dry with warm sunshine but that has come to an end with low pressure taking charge in time for Easter.BBC News - 1d -
UK Cuts Tariffs on Dozens of Products as Global Trade Tensions Rise
British officials also announced more financing for exporters as the country sought to protect firms hurt by tariffs.The New York Times - 1d -
Richer UK households could pay more for their electricity, says regulator
Ofgem to launch a review into how network and other costs are recouped through consumers’ billsFinancial Times - 21h -
Andrew Tate to face ‘coercive control’ claim in UK civil trial
High Court to hear accusations that rightwing influencer engaged in physical and sexual abuseFinancial Times - 1d -
Reform UK targets Labour voters ahead of local elections
Party will ‘park its tanks’ in northern red wall seats, Nigel Farage saysFinancial Times - 21h -
What to know about getting a REAL ID as airport requirement deadline nears
The deadline for using a REAL ID for travel is less than a month away.ABC News - 3d -
Chinese snooker star qualifies for world championship after return from match-fixing ban
Chinese snooker star Zhao Xintong has qualified for the world championship, just a few months after returning to competitive action following a 20-month ban for his role in the sport’s biggest ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
UK start-ups consider switch to US as funding falls to post-pandemic low
Leading British tech groups explore moving headquarters in effort to tap deep-pocketed American investorsFinancial Times - 3d -
UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules
Exclusive: Government is weighing up security concerns against economic benefits of closer ties with Beijing. The government could target parts of China’s security apparatus under new foreign ...The Guardian - 2d -
UK retail bosses raise fears of Chinese product ‘dumping’ due to Donald Trump’s tariffs
Companies flag signs of goods being diverted from US to Europe via platforms such as Temu, Shein and AmazonFinancial Times - 2d -
‘I didn’t trust the system’: lasting trauma of Windrush victim barred from UK for 10 years
Winston Jones, who for a decade was unable to return home from Jamaica, almost didn’t apply for compensation, fearing it was a trap. Winston Jones has worked hard to rebuild his life after Home ...The Guardian - 2d -
Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices for Europe, UK and Australia citing economic turmoil
Sony says it will raise prices starting Monday for some PlayStation 5 video game consoles in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, citing global economic turmoilABC News - 2d -
'Good chance' of UK-U.S. trade deal, JD Vance says, as Trump 'really loves' Britain
"I think there's a good chance that, yes, we'll come to a great agreement that's in the best interest of both countries," Vance said.CNBC - 1d -
Why was I deported from Hong Kong? There should be no more ministerial visits until the UK gets an explanation | Wera Hobhouse
The government needs to be clear-eyed about the threats China poses – not just accept them as the cost of doing business. Last week, my husband and I flew to Hong Kong with real excitement to see ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump tariffs live updates: 'Good chance' of US-UK trade deal, Vance reportedly says
J.D. Vance reportedly said the U.S. and U.K. are currently "working very hard" on a trade deal and that there's a "good chance" the two sides will come to an agreement.ABC News - 21h -
Civil case against influencer Andrew Tate is first of its kind, UK judge told
Four women suing Tate over allegations of sexual violence and coercive control, with trial scheduled for early 2027. A civil case against Andrew Tate over allegations he subjected four women to ...The Guardian - 22h -
Who stole all the cheese? The inside story of the boom in luxury food heists
Who would steal 22 tonnes of posh cheese, or £37,000 of smoked salmon? A rise in fraudulent orders for luxury foodstuffs has rattled the UK industry, leaving artisan producers with unpaid bills and ...The Guardian - 3d -
Mickey Rourke kicked out of 'Celebrity Big Brother' house following 'unacceptable behavior'
Actor Mickey Rourke was kicked out of the “Celebrity Big Brother UK” house Saturday following his use of “inappropriate language and instances of unacceptable behaviour,” according to British ...NBC News - 2d -
‘It looks like I’ve gone 10 rounds with a boxer’: when hay fever becomes debilitating – and potentially deadly
Often dismissed as summertime sniffles, the condition that affects a quarter of UK adults can lead to serious and life-limiting health problems. Read more: Pollen peril: how heat, thunder and smog ...The Guardian - 2d -
Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 25% as Trump tariffs bite
PS5 digital price in UK would rise to £430 and €500 in Europe as Japanese games developer cites ‘challenging economic environment’. Sony has increased the price of its PlayStation 5 by 25% as the ...The Guardian - 2d -
The 24 Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (April 2025)
The Gorge, Number One on the Call Sheet, and Blitz are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Apple TV+ this month.Wired - 5d -
OpenSea’s Devin Finzer Wants to Help Regulate Crypto. Like Many In the Industry, He’s Light on Specifics
In February, the SEC dropped an investigation into OpenSea, which announced a platform overhaul and a forthcoming crypto token the same month.Inc. - 4d -
Utah HC beats Dallas Stars 5-3. Why aren’t they tanking?
With four power play goals on Saturday, Utah now has the best record in the league on the man-advantage in the month of April.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Commerce Secretary Lutnick says tariff exemptions for electronics are only temporary
Lutnick said on "This Week" administration's exemptions on electronic devices from tariffs is temporary, with "semiconductor tariffs" likely come in "a month or two."ABC News - 2d -
Bears agree to three-year extension with CB Kyler Gordon
Bears General Manager Ryan Poles said at the owners meetings last month that signing cornerback Kyler Gordon to an extension was a "priority."Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Smishing Triad: The Scam Group Stealing the World’s Riches
Millions of scam text messages are sent every month. The Chinese cybercriminals behind many of them are expanding their operations—and quickly innovating.Wired - 2d -
Dollar bearishness reaches highest level since 2006, says survey
Investors expect greenback to depreciate over next 12 months, according to BofA researchFinancial Times - 1d -
Death toll in Dominican Republic disaster nears 250 as nightclub faces lawsuits
Authorities have begun investigations to determine the causes of the collapse and the forensic investigation will take about three months.NBC News - 22h -
Funeral to be held for Idaho teen with autism shot 9 times by police in his yard
A funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon for a 17-year-old Idaho boy with autism who was shot and killed by police earlier this month.NBC News - 20h -
Tesla U.S. Sales Plunge as G.M. and Others Make Gains
Overall sales of electric vehicles rose almost 11 percent in the first three months of the year as traditional carmakers offered new models.The New York Times - 4d -
In 'One to One: John & Yoko,' a couple against the world comes into focus
Sticking to a rigorous exfoliation of a matter of months, Kevin Macdonald's double profile reveals an activist pair informed by a squall of ominous TV news.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Bryce Mitchell choked out by Jean Silva at UFC 314 after praising Hitler
Silva put out Mitchell with a ninja choke at UFC 314, two months after the latter called Hitler a ‘good guy’ and denied the HolocaustYahoo Sports - 3d -
Osaka Expo opens in Japan offering a vision of the future. Here's what to know
The Expo 2025 has opened in Osaka with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of the six-month eventABC News - 3d -
National Guard to help Albuquerque fight crime, but some wonder if it's necessary
Dozens of National Guard members will be deployed to Albuquerque, New Mexico, starting next month to help police crack down on juvenile crime and stem the flow of drugs.NBC News - 3d -
South Africa appoints a special US envoy after its ambassador was expelled
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a former deputy finance minister as a special envoy to the United States after the ambassador was expelled last monthABC News - 2d -
Some Online Scam Victims Can Now Seek Tax Relief on Firmer Ground
The Internal Revenue Service issued a memo last month that said victims of certain impersonation and investment schemes might be eligible for a tax break.The New York Times - 21h -
12 Best Heat Protectant Sprays for Wet and Dry Hair (2025)
I spent months testing dozens of heat protectants for hair. Whether you’re blow-drying, curling, or straightening, these are the best formulas I’ve found.Wired - 1d