British Isles
France accused of encouraging people-smuggling
Fresh controversy has erupted after video footage emerged showing French border officers handing life jackets to migrants mid-Channel, fuelling claims that France is aiding illegal crossings rather than preventing them. The footage, captured…
Process of appointing next Archbishop of Canterbury an ‘omnishambles’
The Church of England’s process to appoint the next Archbishop of Canterbury has been described as an 'omnishambles'. Following Justin Welby’s resignation, the post has been vacant since January. Although an announcement was…
Miner’s joy touches lives after encounter with Jesus
Nearly fifty years ago, Yorkshire coal miner Russ Gill’s life was transformed after a desperate prayer for his daughter’s healing led him to Christ. When seven-year-old Jayne was critically ill with kidney failure,…
Royals lead VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations
Britain commemorated the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with grand events led by the Royal Family. Crowds lined the Mall in London to witness an RAF flypast, echoing King George…
Trump set to announce UK - USA trade deal
Donald Trump is poised to announce a significant new trade agreement between the USA and the United Kingdom, marking a key step forward in post-Brexit trade relations. A ‘heads of terms agreement’ -…
Israeli embassy in London was target of suspected terror plot
Five Iranian men have been arrested in the UK on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack, with the Israeli embassy in London understood to have been the target. Although police have not officially…
Labour mutiny looming over new wave of benefits cuts
Labour MPs are warning of a brewing rebellion over government plans to deepen cuts to the welfare budget this autumn. Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves face growing dissent after announcing in March a…
Cyber centre: ‘beware phony IT calls’ after retailer hacks
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a warning following recent cyber attacks targeting major retailers including Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods. Criminal hackers have reportedly impersonated IT help desks to…
Church of Scotland to take neutral stance on Scottish assisted dying bill
The Church of Scotland is set to become the first major UK denomination to adopt a neutral stance on assisted dying, marking a significant shift from its historic opposition. This move comes ahead…
Local elections likely to reflect immense voter disillusionment
The 1 May local elections in England are set to reflect deep public disillusionment with the traditional two-party system, according to a recent poll for Channel 4. Of those surveyed, 41% said ‘none…
