Three more men jailed for Henry Nowak protest violence
Three more men have received jail sentences for violent disorder during Southampton protests last week. The convictions bring the total number imprisoned to 13, with more arrests expected.
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Best UK BBQs tested: six top grills for every budget reviewed
Comprehensive testing of six UK barbecue grills reveals surprising results across gas, electric and charcoal categories. Budget options sometimes match premium performance, but crucial differences emerge in durability and features.
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Northern Ireland protests pass peacefully after two nights of unrest
Protests across Northern Ireland passed off peacefully Wednesday night, bringing relief after two consecutive evenings of disorder that resulted in 14 arrests. Small demonstrations in Belfast, Derry and Ballymena dispersed without incident as community leaders urged calm.
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UK Economic Security Regime ‘not fit for future,’ MPs warn
A scathing parliamentary report reveals Britain’s economic security frameworks are dangerously outdated and can’t handle modern threats. MPs say the government’s response to critical vulnerabilities has been wholly inadequate.
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Water cannon deployed as Belfast knife attack sparks disorder
Police deployed water cannon in Belfast after officers came under sustained attack from crowds throwing bricks, bottles and wooden debris. The disorder erupted at a major roundabout following a knife attack in the area.
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UK charities donate millions to illegal Israeli settlements
Dozens of charities registered in England and Wales have donated millions of pounds to support illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, a Guardian investigation has revealed. The findings raise serious questions about oversight of charitable donations flowing to contested territories.
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Chinese activist told abusive deepfakes don’t breach X rules
A Chinese pro-democracy activist in the UK was told by X that sexually explicit deepfake images of her don’t violate platform rules. The decision raises urgent questions about protection for dissidents on social media.
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Belfast Sudanese community gripped by fear after brutal attack
Belfast’s Sudanese community is living in fear after a violent attack left a man hospitalized and residents questioning their safety. It’s the third racially motivated assault targeting Sudanese residents since January.
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UK politics in 2026: eight forces set to reshape governance
Eight powerful forces will converge in 2026 to test the UK government’s ability to govern effectively, according to new analysis from Edelman Global Advisory. Economic pressures, technological disruption, and eroding public trust top the list of challenges facing policymakers.
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Bass Rock purchased by RSPB after 300 years private ownership
The RSPB has purchased Bass Rock, home to 150,000 gannets and Scotland’s most iconic seabird colony. It’s the first time in 300 years the Firth of Forth island has changed ownership.
