Tue, 21-Oct-2025

UK and Polish discuss bolstering NATO’s eastern flank as a “strong signal” to Putin

UK and Polish discuss bolstering NATO's eastern flank as a "strong signal" to Putin

The UK and Poland have discussed ways to bolster the security of NATO’s eastern flank. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki agreed on the need to “send a continued strong signal” against Russian President Vladimir Putin. Britain and Poland have agreed on the need to “send a continued strong signal” against … Read more

Meghan Markle reveals that studying for British citizenship was “very difficult”

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Meghan Markle says studying for the British citizenship exam was “very difficult”. Prince Harry “had no idea” about some of the answers, she said. Meghan’s declaration is peculiar because she was not eligible for British citizenship. Meghan Markle disclosed on her podcast that studying for the British citizenship exam was “very difficult” and that Prince … Read more

I never called entire UK racist, says Trevor Noah

I never called entire UK racist, says Trevor Noah

Trevor Noah denies saying “the entire UK is racist” in a spoof regarding Rishi Sunak’s appointment as PM. Comments were criticized in the UK, with many including ex-chancellor Sajid Javid calling him “simply wrong”. Noah Sunak is the host of The Daily Show, a satirical news programe in the US. Trevor Noah denies saying “the … Read more

Thousands march throughout UK, demands affordable childcare

Thousands march throughout UK, demands affordable childcare

Demonstrators demand affordable childcare, flexible working and paid parental leave. March of the Mummies marches held in cities across the UK on Saturday. Families wore bandages, vampire costumes and witches’ caps to protest against cuts to parental leave for mothers and children. Hundreds of protestors in downtown London demanded childcare and parental leave reform, On … Read more

Rishi Sunak’s wealth and right-wing politics make him unrepresentative

Rishi Sunak

South Asians in south London are divided about Rishi Sunak’s ascent to prominence. Some see his appointment as a source of pride and a sign of social progress in Britain. Others refer to his wealth, experience in private education, and adoption of right-wing beliefs. As residents of the neighborhood’s South Asian minority celebrated Diwali on … Read more

Northern Ireland politicians misses election cancellation deadline

Northern Ireland politicians misses election cancellation deadline.

The Northern Ireland Protocol, according to unionist leaders, weakens Northern Ireland’s standing within the UK. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) is preventing the resumption of power-sharing. If no executive is in place by Friday, the NI secretary is prepared to call a vote. Politicians in Northern Ireland have failed in their last-ditch attempts to reinstate … Read more

Johnny Depp to tour UK with his rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires in 2023

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Hollywood Vampires will debut in Scarborough in July 2023 featuring Johnny Depp. The band was forced to cancel their 2020 tour because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The next concert will mark Johnny Depp’s first U.K. tour. Next year, Johnny Depp and his rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires will embark on a highly anticipated tour of the … Read more

Next UK PM Rishi Sunak to be wealthier than King Charles III

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The inhabitants of 10 Downing Street will be wealthier than the monarch of Buckingham Palace. Rishi Sunak and his wife have a combined fortune of £730 million. The former multimillionaire hedge fund manager was born in the coastal city of Southampton in 1980. Rishi Sunak is poised to become the next prime minister of the … Read more

Uk to provide Ukraine with air defense missiles to defend against rockets

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AMRAAM rockets will be provided for use with NASAMS air defence systems pledged by the US. They are the first UK missiles capable of shooting down cruise missiles. Announcement comes days after Russian missiles struck civilian targets in cities across Ukraine. The United Kingdom will donate cutting-edge air defence missiles to Ukraine to help protect … Read more

‘The Rings of Power’ season two, currently filming in UK

The Rings of Power

Production of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season two is underway in the UK. Showrunners aim not to maintain but to expand the number of viewership. Prime Video pushing the show’s production to fast-track. The following season of Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power won’t be available to viewers … Read more

Harry feels unwelcome in the UK because of King Charles and William

King Charles

Prince Harry’s recent visit to the UK left him irksome, according to royal biographer. Author Tom Bower claimed that the Duke of Sussex was an “outsider” at the Queen’s funeral. He was not allowed to wear his military uniform or attend state reception at Buckingham Palace. According to a royal biographer, Prince Harry’s recent visit … Read more

Meghan Markle ‘colossal error’ alienated palace advisers

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  • Meghan Markle’s desire to sue a UK newspaper caused her to alienate herself from the Buckingham Palace personnel.
  • Biographer Valentine Low claims that she was counselled against filing a copyright claim against sources.

Meghan Markle’s ‘desire’ to sue a UK newspaper caused her to alienate herself from the Buckingham Palace personnel.

In his new book Courtiers, due out in October 2022, author Valentine Low claims that the Duchess of Sussex was counselled against filing a copyright claim against sources.

Meghan, according to the journalist, “was determined to go ahead” and would ask, “Why is nobody listening to me?”

“Everyone else was equally determined to talk her out of it,” Valentine wrote. “Then, when the couple spent time that summer with Elton John and David Furnish, the solution presented itself to them: get another lawyer.”

“Schillings, a firm Elton had used before, had a reputation for being the most aggressive libel firm in Britain, as well as for charging eye-watering fees. Meghan dumped Harbottle & Lewis and was introduced to Schillings by Elton. She was on her way to court,” the biographer added.

The book also said that it “marked another step in the distancing of Meghan from her palace advisors.”

“After Meghan dropped Gerrard Tyrrell, none of the household was kept in the loop about what was happening with any potential legal action,” Low stated.

“None of them knew that the duchess was suing The Mail on Sunday until they were in South Africa. The team was aghast.”

“They thought it was a colossal mistake, not least because it threatened to derail the rest of the tour. There was, however, very little they could do about it.”

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UK Truss defends the ‘disruption’ agenda in a speech

UK Truss

Prime Minister Liz Truss pledges to ride out the turmoil unleashed by her tax-cutting economic agenda. The four-day gathering saw policy U-turns from the government and open rebellion from lawmakers who fear the party is doomed. The government’s stimulus package alarmed financial markets when it was announced Sept. 23. U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss pledged … Read more

UK alerts Russia of consequences for using nuclear weapons

UK alerts Russia

Britain’s foreign minister says use of nuclear weapons by any country would have consequences. James Cleverly says Russia’s military buildup and threats to use nuclear weapons have made the seven-month war in Ukraine worse. Britain will continue to support Ukrainians in the defence of their homeland, he said. Russian President Vladimir Putin needs to stop … Read more

Sterling grows stronger compared to Dollar after UK implements tax reversal plan

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The pound surged against the dollar to its highest level since September 22. The dollar fell against other major currencies as a result of UK’s tax cut reversal. The dollar fell against the offshore yuan of China, reaching a daily low of 7.0901. After Britain cancelled a plan to reduce the highest rate of income … Read more

The UK appears to be succeeding in its battle against monkeypox

UK

According to Prof. Neil Ferguson, instances have decreased from a peak in July of this year as a result of vaccinations and vigilance. However, according to Prof. Ferguson of Imperial College London, instances in Europe and North America have been trending downward. More than 65,000 cases have been documented globally since May, and the World … Read more

Liz Truss to attend first European Political Community meeting: reports

liz truss

British Prime Minister Liz Truss had not yet confirmed if she will attend the October 6 conference. The United Kingdom will leave the EU at the start of 2020. 44 nations have been invited to attend the inaugural European Political Community (EPC) conference in Prague. Several media outlets reported on Thursday that British Prime Minister … Read more

Alzheimer’s drug slows down human thinking, hailed as ‘historic moment’

Alzheimer's drug

An experimental medicine has delayed the rate of decline in memory and cognition among persons with early Alzheimer’s disease. It’s the first time medicine has been shown to influence the disease’s course. Eisai is recruiting people with a high risk of Alzheimer’s but no symptoms to take part in more trials. In what is being … Read more

UK is in chaos as government attempts to solve the country’s economic problems

UK is in chaos

Liz Truss’ plan to cut taxes has sent shock waves through financial markets. Her government’s 45 billion pound ($48 billion) plan to slash taxes has caused the pound to plummet. The International Monetary Fund urges the government to “reevaluate” the plan. Nobody told Boris Johnson’s successor that Britain was due a period of calm after … Read more

By mid-2024, UK will issue King Charles stamps and banknotes

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  • The Bank of England said that King Charles III’s picture would be featured on banknotes by the middle of 2024.
  • The image of King Charles will feature on £5, £10, £20, and £50 notes.
  • No additional alterations to the notes will be made, according to the bank’s statement.

The Bank of England said that King Charles III’s picture would be featured on banknotes by the middle of 2024.

According to the bank statement, the picture of the next monarch to be used on the new banknotes will be disclosed before the end of the year.

“His Majesty’s portrait will appear on existing designs of all four polymer banknotes,” the statement said. “This will be a continuation of the current polymer series and no additional changes to the banknote designs will be made.”

The image of King Charles will feature on £5, £10, £20, and £50 notes. Meanwhile, no additional alterations to the notes will be made, according to the bank’s statement.

Queen Elizabeth, who died at the age of 96 after ruling as queen for 70 years, has been on British banknotes since 1960, eight years after her accession to the throne in 1952.

Furthermore, Buckingham Palace issued King Charles III’s new cypher on Monday.

The new monarch’s monogram consists of the King’s initials, which will appear on military and staff uniforms, government buildings, state papers, and mailboxes.

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Pound plunge means higher prices for UK consumers

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  • The majority of apparel and home goods sold in UK retail are purchased in dollars from Asia.
  • Pound reached an all-time low of $1.0327 against the dollar.
  • Many retailers will likely have contract clauses that let them to hedge their currencies.

Following the pound’s decline versus the dollar, British consumers are likely to see significant price increases for apparel and household goods, according to experts McKinsey.

The majority of the apparel and home goods sold in UK retail are purchased in dollars from Asia. On Monday, the pound reached an all-time low of $1.0327, dramatically increasing the price of imports.

When asked about the effect on consumer prices, Anita Balchandani, leader of McKinsey’s consumer industries and apparel, fashion, and luxury work in EMEA, responded, “With cost of goods being such a high proportion of the cost base of a company then the extent to which if you have that denominated in the dollar then it’s a pretty material effect.”

According to her, how businesses have hedged their currency exposure will determine the impact on them and, ultimately, on consumers.

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Amna Mustafaen Baig joins as Automotive Engineer at Koenigsegg, makes nation proud

Automotive Engineer

Koenigsegg Automotive AB is a Swedish company established in Sweden that manufactures high-performance sports automobiles. Amna Mustafaen Baig is the first Pakistani woman to begin working as a Supercar Automotive Engineer. She has worked for Volvo Trucks and Scania, both well-known Swedish automobile manufacturers. No longer do Pakistani women merely fantasize about achieving in life … Read more

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle at risk of exile from Royal Family

prince harry meghan markle

Nile Gardiner, an expert in foreign policy, has issued these warnings. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle run the risk of being ‘eliminated’ from the UK. Gardiner believes that Harry should withdraw his upcoming book before it goes on sale. According to reports, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are at the risk of complete … Read more

NDMA rejects report of UK aid being sold in stores

NDMA uk aid

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has rejected reports circulating on social media regarding the selling of relief items from the United Kingdom. The NDMA issued a statement saying, “This is to clarify that there is no authenticity in the news circulating on Social Media about the selling of flour bags received from the … Read more