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The policy is intended to gradually phase out smoking and reduce long-term pressure on the National Health Service.

Updated : Apr 22, 2026

Are you a Gen Alpha? This country just banned you from ever buying cigarettes, vapes

According to the Ministers, the law is designed to break cycles of addiction and reduce health inequalities linked to tobacco use.

The visit, scheduled from April 27 to 30, comes at a time when ties between the UK and the US are under strain, including disagreements over the Iran war.

Updated : Apr 15, 2026

King Charles III, Queen Camilla to not meet Epstein survivors in US. Here's why

The King will also meet US President Donald Trump privately, followed by a state dinner at the White House.

Starmer was candid about the impact on everyday life in Britain.

Updated : Apr 1, 2026

'This is not our war': UK PM Keir Starmer as Iran war rages on, says this on Hormuz

The strategically vital waterway has been effectively blocked by Iran following Israeli-US strikes — and the consequences are already being felt worldwide.

Starmer said reopening the Strait of Hormuz is critical to global trade and energy supplies.

Updated : Mar 16, 2026

'Not a simple task': UK PM Starmer on reopening of Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints, linking the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea and serving as the main export route for oil producers in the Gulf.

Stephen Hawking seen sandwiched between bikini women; family says caregivers

Updated : Feb 26, 2026

Epstein Files: Stephen Hawking seen chilling with bikini-clad women, family issues clarification

The image reportedly taken in 2006, shows Hawking smiling and holding a cocktail beside the two women in bikini.

King Charles III with his younger brother Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Updated : Feb 19, 2026

'The Law must take its course': King Charles urges fair investigation for Prince Andrew amid Epstein links

Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, was arrested in the United Kingdom on Thursday.

Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, has been arrested.

Updated : Feb 19, 2026

Prince Andrew held in UK over public office misconduct amid Epstein allegations

The arrest took place on Thursday, which was also his 66th birthday.

Varun Chanda is UK's special envoy for trade and investment in the US (PC: Hakluyt & Company)

Updated : Jan 25, 2026

Who is Varun Chandra, Indian-origin adviser appointed by the UK as trade envoy to the US

The adviser’s appointment comes amid tensions between Britain and the US over US President Donald Trump’s looming tariff threats, pursuit of Greenland, and his Board of Peace for Gaza initiative.

Epstein Files open! It's not a good look for the British Royal Family

Updated : Dec 20, 2025

Epstein Files: Ex-British Royal Andrew Mountbatten seen in laps of 5 women, ex-wife Sarah Ferguson spotted with Stephen Hawking

Besides American elite circles, the disclosures in these files are likely to rattle the insides of Buckingham Palace.

The move comes ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Budget on Wednesday, expected to introduce further levies on the wealthy to plug a £20 billion gap in public finances.

Updated : Nov 23, 2025

Lakshmi Mittal quits UK for Dubai as tax uncertainty pushes billionaires out: Report

Currently a Swiss tax resident, Mittal reportedly plans to spend most of his time in the UAE, where he already owns a mansion and is acquiring property on Naïa Island. He is ranked the eighth richest person in the UK with an estimated net worth of £15.4 billion.

Manchester synagogue violence: assailant shot dead after car and stabbing attack (Image: Reuters)

Updated : Oct 2, 2025

UK attack: Manchester synagogue attack leaves 2 dead, suspect shot; bomb squad on site

Greater Manchester Police confirmed officers were called to Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in the Crumpsall district after witnesses reported a vehicle had been driven at members of the public and a man had been stabbed

Rayner said her legal team had not fully accounted for personal circumstances, including a trust fund set up for her disabled son.

Updated : Sep 5, 2025

UK deputy prime minister Angela Rayner resigns over unpaid tax on flat

Rayner admitted to underpaying stamp duty and referred herself to the government's ethics adviser amid mounting pressure and media scrutiny. She reportedly avoided around £40,000 in tax by removing her name from another property's deed.

The reforms are part of a broader push to restructure the UK’s immigration framework, which Starmer has described as “broken.”

Updated : May 18, 2025

'We won’t stop...’: UK PM Keir Starmer sounds bugle on crackdown against immigration

A day earlier, Starmer had underscored the urgency of reducing the UK’s reliance on low-cost foreign labour while prioritising investment in domestic talent. “For too long, Britain has been addicted to cheap overseas labour, while 1 in 8 of our own young people aren’t in education, employment or training,” he said.

US-UK expected to announce trade deal, says report

Updated : May 8, 2025

Donald Trump to announce trade agreement with UK: Report

A UK official stated on Tuesday that Britain and the US had made significant progress on a trade deal that would likely involve reduced tariff quotas on steel and automobiles.

Lakshmi Mittal, a self-made billionaire, successfully grew his steel business into the world’s second-largest steel producer, known as ArcelorMittal.

Updated : Mar 29, 2025

Lakshmi Mittal may leave UK over tax law change: Report

Mittal, a key figure in the business world, has been residing in the UK for almost three decades. The reported reason for his potential departure is the government's decision to discontinue tax exemptions for specific foreign income and gains.

Updated : Dec 19, 2024

‘An absolute joke...’: Warwick Professor slams ‘low’ pay in UK universities, says India pays more

The UK-based professor pointed out that even for highly skilled roles, salaries have become so low in absolute terms that they are losing out to offers from countries like India, which is traditionally viewed as a lower-income nation.

Meanwhile, reports indicate that Prince Harry and Meghan will not be joining the royal family for Christmas this year, as they were not invited.

Updated : Dec 1, 2024

Harry and Megan heading for divorce? ‘Professional separation’ between the Sussex couple triggers concerns

While the couple has repeatedly denied any serious issues in their relationship, persistent rumours continue to swirl, with some sources suggesting that the couple’s differing priorities and personal ambitions might be driving a wedge between them.

UK PM Keir Starmer, PM Modi meet at the G20 Summit in Brazil

Updated : Nov 19, 2024

G20 Summit: UK-India trade talks to be relaunched, says PM Keir Starmer

The Ministry of External Affairs in India noted that the meeting provided fresh impetus to the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Updated : Nov 6, 2024

'This is a dark, dark day. Next president of US is...': UK MP unhappy with Donald Trump’s win in US elections

The British MP warned that the election of Trump could bring significant challenges, particularly for those in vulnerable communities, and threaten global stability.

A policeman keeps watch inside Dorton Arena before a rally by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in North Carolina on November 4.

Updated : Nov 4, 2024

US Elections 2024: Panic buttons, drones, snipers among plans on anvil to prevent ‘anything going wrong’

The primary concern, according to experts, stems from the right-wing election denial movement that emerged following Donald Trump’s refusal to accept his 2020 loss. His promotion of conspiracy theories mobilised crowds for “Stop the Steal” protests, culminating in the January 6 Capitol riot.

The overall number of people applying to come to the UK as skilled workers, healthcare workers or to study has fallen from 143,000 in July 2023 to 91,300 in July 2024.

Updated : Aug 10, 2024

UK immigration: Keir Starmer government wants to cut overseas hiring by technology, engineering companies

Home secretary Yvette Cooper has asked the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to review these sectors’ reliance on skilled worker visas. Cooper said there is need to understand why certain key occupations depend heavily on international recruitment.