The U.K. House of Commons has voted in favor of banning the purchase of nicotine products for all individuals born after 2009, aiming to create the country's first "smoke-free generation."
The Metropolitan Police in London have disrupted a website called LabHost, which facilitated cyber fraud by allowing criminals to create phishing sites.
Peter Murrell, the 59-year-old husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon, has been charged with embezzlement; this comes as part of a probe into the finances of Scotland's governing party.
National parks and battlefields tell the sweeping history of the American Revolution. But the full story of independence includes these 5 unusual or forgotten sites.
A caretaker invited four individuals who have Down syndrome to be in her wedding party after saying they were "like family" to her. Here's more about the special occasion.
15 British soldiers accused of lying to an inquiry into Bloody Sunday, during which 13 civilians were killed in the Northern Ireland conflict, will not face perjury charges.
Rising LGBTQ actor Ncuti Gatwa spoke out on a variety of identity-based issues from transgender ideology to race in a recent interview with Attitude magazine.
Calls are growing for the Metropolitan Police commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, to resign following criticism of how anti-Israel marches have been policed in London.
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling came to the defense of Dr. Hilary Cass, a British pediatrician who is receiving threats for leading a report investigating gender care for minors.
Two men, including one identified as a parliamentary researcher, have been charged with spying for China, according to British prosecutors. They will appear in court on Friday.
A peacock that had begun making "loud" noises as it searched for a mate in a Kent, U.K. neighborhood has finally been caught — and is now being cared for by an animal rescue group.
A judge has ruled that Trudi Warner cannot be charged with contempt of court for holding up a sign outside of a courtroom that reminded jurors of their right to acquit defendants.
Playwright William Shakespeare may have been born on this day in history, April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He would also die on this day, on (possibly) his 52nd birthday.
A German man who was working for a far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, officials confirmed.
The U.K. has pledged an additional $620 million in military supplies for Ukraine, including long-range missiles and ammunition, according to British officials.
Britain's decision to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda has drawn criticism from humanitarian organizations. The UK government claims the move will deter illegal crossings.
A farmhouse built in the 18th century can be seen hanging dangerously over a cliff edge in Trimingham, Norfolk, England, after land erosion earlier in the month of April.
A 10-year-old girl in the U.K. who had acute lymphoblastic leukemia is in remission thanks to her little sister, who was the perfect match for a bone marrow donation.
A U.K. judge said Tuesday that a legal challenge over the government's role in allowing arms to be sent to Israel can be heard at the High Court in October.
In London, two military horses were found running loose without riders in the city center, while others are still unaccounted for. Seven horses initially escaped.
Europe must continue to step up its help for Ukraine even after the approval of a U.S. aid package, according to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Scholz spoke in Berlin.
Welsh police say a suspect has been arrested after three people were injured in a “major incident" at a school in Wales. Additional details were not disclosed by police.
Huw Edwards, who has been off-air amid allegations he paid a teenager for sexually explicit photos, resigned from the BBC this week because of "medical advice."
Ukraine has for months implored its allies to continue and, in some cases, increase aid to help push back Russia's invasion, often warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not stop if he succeeds.
Bill Gladden, a British army veteran who played a significant role in the D-Day landings during World War II, has died at the age of 100, his family confirmed.
Botswana's foreign minister Lemogang Kwape said on Tuesday that the African country declined a request by the U.K. to take some of their "unwanted immigrants."
After the British Parliament approved a bill this week allowing the deportation of some migrants to Rwanda, the East African country said it is ready to receive them.
Two military horses that bolted miles through the streets of London after being spooked by construction noise are in a serious condition, according to the British Army.
Ahmed Alid, 45, was convicted Thursday of fatally stabbing 70-year-old Terence Carney in Hartlepool, England. Alid reportedly told police he killed Carney "for the people of Gaza."
Scottish leader Humza Yousaf's decision Thursday to end a power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Green Party has triggered events that could see him lose his job next week.
A retired U.K. geologist claims he's found Bronze Age-era artifacts in his backyard and surrounding areas, including blades and axes. "Finding the arrowhead was the starting point," he said.
A former U.K. Parliament researcher and his alleged accomplice have been granted bail after being charged with espionage for China, according to officials.
A 20-year-old British man has been charged with conducting hostile activity to benefit Russia. He is accused of plotting to torch a London business connected to Ukraine.
Scotland's First Minister, Humza Yousaf, is facing intense political pressure after breaking a power-sharing agreement. Yousaf replaced Nicola Sturgeon in March 2023.
A Holocaust memorial statue was covered on Saturday ahead of a pro-Palestinian march in central London’s Hyde Park, authorities confirmed over the weekend.
Scotland’s first minister, Humza Yousaf, resigned rather than face a no-confidence vote following the end of a coalition between his Scottish National Party and the Green Party.
A unique family emblem forms the shape of a maze in Perthshire, Scotland. The maze at the Scone Palace tourism attraction is half a mile long and was originally planted in 1991.
The British Army said one of the London military horses that escaped trainers and ran through the city's streets is expected to make a full recovery, while the other remains under close observation.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in a London suburb after allegedly killing a 13-year-old boy and injuring four others with a sword early Tuesday morning.
A color-obsessed woman who is active on TikTok and Instagram is sharing why this color makes her the happiest version of herself — attracting thousands to follow her on social media.
Richard Dawkins, who rose to fame for criticizing religious dogma, praised author J.K. Rowling for openly defying transgender ideology and hate speech legislation in Scotland.
Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers have been charged with cutting down the famous Sycamore Gap tree that fell over on Hadrian's Wall in northern England last year.
Police say a 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three people were assaulted at a secondary school in northern England.
A British police officer from West Yorkshire is facing a terror charge for allegedly sharing images supporting Hamas, a banned terrorist group in the UK.
The German tennis star Boris Becker was discharged from English bankruptcy court after doing "all that he reasonably could do" to pay back what he owes.
High levels of E. coli were found in uncooked meats and raw dog food sold in U.K. grocery stores, according to research presented last week at the ESCMID Global Congress in Barcelona.
The King James Version of the Bible, the most popular book in the English language, was published according to scholarly estimate on this day in history, May 2, 1611.
A woman-led family in England is celebrating a milestone in their lives once again: five living generations of girls. The Jones family members said it's a "remarkable" moment.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January declared he would ignore a U.K. Supreme Court ruling that determined the Rwanda policy was unlawful and pushed the policy through in April.
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson was initially stopped from voting at a polling station on Thursday after forgetting to provide proper identification.
A High Court judge in the U.K. ruled on Friday that the government's approval of a plan to meet climate targets lacked evidence of its feasibility and was unlawful.
Margaret Thatcher became the United Kingdom's first female prime minister on this day in history, May 4, 1979, at age 54 — and led the U.K. for nearly 12 years, earning the moniker "Iron Lady."
"My Fair Lady" is an iconic Hollywood tale, but a casting controversy ruined Audrey Hepburn's chances for an Oscar for the film. Sixty years later, she still needs defending.
A British newspaper says Mike Pompeo, when he was the U.S. secretary of state, leaked "gobsmacking" information regarding the coronavirus lab-leak theory to the U.K.
John Swinney, former deputy first minister of Scotland, is expected to become the country's third leader in around a year after taking the helm of the Scottish National Party.
A significant data breach has been disclosed by British officials, impacting thousands of serving British military personnel. The breach occurred in a payroll system.
For the first time in its history, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will rebrand and change its name next year as it seeks to create a more inclusive organization.
Britain is taking a firm stance against Russian intelligence activities on its soil by expelling Russia's defense attaché, Maxim Elovik, over spying allegations.
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party could be losing popularity ahead of a general election. Another Conservative lawmaker has defected to the Labour party.
A report from the BBC claims that the government of Saudi Arabia has approved the use of lethal force against residents of land set aside for an eco-friendly city development project.
In the Gulf of Aden, European naval forces intercepted six suspected pirates who fired on an oil tanker, likely part of a rise in piracy attacks linked to Somalia.
A case of mad cow disease was detected in the United Kingdom for the first time in two years. Chief Veterinary Officer Sheila Voas said the isolated case presents minimal risk.
A 75-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison for the 2005 killing of a U.K. police officer during an armed robbery. Piran Ditta Khan fled to Pakistan after committing the crime.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi was seemingly mocked as an “elite" during a recent Oxford Union debate after she suggested populism in the United States is a threat to democracy.
Hundreds of protests in towns have sprung up in Ireland with people calling on the government to end what they say is an "open borders" globalist agenda that is putting the needs of migrants ahead of its citizens.
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling led the criticism over the weekend against an English soccer club naming a transgender woman the manager of a women's team.
Three men in the U.K. have been charged with assisting the Hong Kong intelligence service, following their arrest earlier this month by counterterrorism police.
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron requested that the BBC consider Hamas as a terrorist group and openly begin calling members "terrorists" in a recent interview.
British climber Kenton Cool and Nepali guide Kami Rita Sherpa have both set new records for the most climbs of Mount Everest, officials said on Sunday.
Helen Ryvar, a single mother and proprietor of a cleaning business in the U.K., has set a world record for the most consecutive half-marathons completed.
A Belfast judge has ruled that the law in the U.K. to deport migrants should not apply in Northern Ireland as parts of it undermine human rights protections.
Hong Kong has called on foreign governments to respect the city's trade offices abroad after a staff member in its London branch was charged in Britain.
Two men appeared in a London court on Tuesday and were held without bail on charges of planning an ISIS-inspired attack to kill Jews in northwest England.
A firefighter from the U.K. went home with a dog after helping to remove her from its deceased owner's home. The emergency service member and the pet now share a special bond.
An exhibition of photos from the collection of Elton John and his husband David Furnish is opening at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum; it includes over 300 photos by 140 photographers.
The United Kingdom's Department of Education has issued new guidance ordering schools not to teach "gender identity" concepts in sex education classes and keep parents informed on sex-ed content.
Employment Judge Brown in the United Kingdom ruled that University of London's Nana Sato-Rossberg was not a victim of racism amid her boss' remark that she loves sushi.
In the in the Brixham area of Devon in the U.K., around 16,000 homes and businesses have been affected by a microscopic parasite that was found in their water.
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