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Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to priceless works by Van Gogh, Cezanne
Priceless paintings by Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and others were safe after firefighters worked to douse a fire at Somerset House
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August 16, 2024 at 5:33 PM
Teens face London court hearing on far-right terrorism charges unrelated to UK riots
London prosecutors say two teenagers with an “extreme right-wing mindset” discussed plans to carry out terrorism
August 16, 2024 at 5:33 PM
August 12, 2024 at 4:18 PM
Child and woman stabbed in London, man arrested, police say
A man has been arrested and investigators “don’t believe there are any outstanding suspects,” according to London’s Metropolitan Police Service
August 12, 2024 at 4:18 PM
August 10, 2024 at 9:34 PM
King Charles III applauds people who stood against racism during recent unrest in UK
King Charles III has applauded people who took to the streets of British towns and cities earlier this week to help blunt days of unrest fueled by far-right activists and misinformation about a stabbing attack that killed three girls
August 10, 2024 at 9:34 PM
August 7, 2024 at 5:13 PM
What sparked the recent violent protests in the United Kingdom?
The Metropolitan Police described on Tuesday the ongoing far-right rallies as a "national critical incident."
August 7, 2024 at 5:13 PM
August 7, 2024 at 4:46 PM
Wave of unrest expected in the UK tonight
More than 100 far right demonstrations and 30 counter-protests are expected to take place as officials say it is “one of the worst spates of violent disorders in the last decade.”
August 7, 2024 at 4:46 PM
August 7, 2024 at 4:22 PM
Riots test the new British prime minister in his first month in the job
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is just a month into his job and facing a crisis as widespread rioting spreads across the U.K. Starmer, who once was the chief prosecutor for England and Wales, is having to tap that expertise as he tries to restore ...
August 7, 2024 at 4:22 PM
August 6, 2024 at 3:10 AM
UK PM talks of 'standing army' of police to deal with rioting across Britain
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says a “standing army” of specialist police will be set up to deal with rioting and the justice system will be ramped up to deal with hundreds of arrests after violent disorder rocked cities across the nation over th...
August 6, 2024 at 3:10 AM
August 5, 2024 at 11:19 AM
UK police clash with rioters following deadly knife attack at dance event
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held crisis talks on Saturday with his government to give police more powers to contain the violence.
August 5, 2024 at 11:19 AM
August 5, 2024 at 12:57 AM
Britain's new Prime Minister condemns far-right violence
Over 100 people were arrested in several major cities over the weekend as demonstrations got out of hand.
August 5, 2024 at 12:57 AM
August 4, 2024 at 11:42 PM
UK leader Starmer condemns attack on asylum-seeker hotel as far-right violence spreads
U_K_ Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned an attack on a hotel housing asylum seekers in the north of England, describing it as “far-right thuggery.”
August 4, 2024 at 11:42 PM
August 3, 2024 at 8:54 PM
British police brace for more far-right violence after another night of disorder
A number of British police officers have been injured as far-right activists faced off with anti-racism protesters following a stabbing rampage at a dance class earlier this week that left three girls dead and several wounded
August 3, 2024 at 8:54 PM
August 2, 2024 at 7:10 PM
UK police brace for more far-right protests as government warns of tough response
Several suspects arrested in violent protests that erupted after the fatal stabbing of three children in northwest England have appeared in court as officials brace for more clashes over the weekend
August 2, 2024 at 7:10 PM
August 1, 2024 at 10:59 AM
Teen charged with murder following UK stabbing attack that left 3 girls dead
A 17-year-old male has been charged with the murders of three young girls in a knife attack at Southport,
August 1, 2024 at 10:59 AM
July 31, 2024 at 3:12 PM
Violent protest breaks out in UK after vigil over stabbing spree: Police
A violent protest broke out in Southport in the United Kingdom on Tuesday following a vigil for the victims of a deadly stabbing spree, police said.
July 31, 2024 at 3:12 PM
July 30, 2024 at 7:55 PM
2 kids dead, 11 people hurt in stabbing attack at Taylor Swift dance event in UK
Two children were killed and 11 people were injured in a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift themed event at a dance school in the United Kingdom, according to police.
July 30, 2024 at 7:55 PM
July 30, 2024 at 3:03 PM
Girls ages 6, 7 and 9 killed in stabbings at Taylor Swift-themed event
Three children were killed and 10 people were injured in a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift event at a dance school in the United Kingdom, police said.
July 30, 2024 at 3:03 PM
July 30, 2024 at 2:18 PM
3 children dead after stabbing at Taylor Swift-themed event in England
Police said three children have died and several other people were injured in a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift-themed event at a dance school in the United Kingdom.
July 30, 2024 at 2:18 PM
July 30, 2024 at 6:09 AM
2 kids dead, 11 people hurt in 'ferocious' stabbing attack at dance event in UK
Two children were killed and 11 people were injured in a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift event at a dance school in the United Kingdom, police said.
July 30, 2024 at 6:09 AM
July 29, 2024 at 7:15 PM
2 children dead, 9 injured in UK stabbing attack
The children, aged 6 to 10, were attending a Taylor Swift-themed party when a 17-year-old started attacking them with a knife. Six of the victims remain in critical condition.
July 29, 2024 at 7:15 PM
July 29, 2024 at 5:56 PM
Man arrested after at least 8 people stabbed, including children: Police
At least eight people, some of them children, were injured in stabbings in northwest England on Monday. Police said they have a man in custody.
July 29, 2024 at 5:56 PM
July 29, 2024 at 5:55 PM
17-year-old arrested after 8 injured in UK stabbing spree
The patients' conditions and ages were not immediately released, but victims were taken to children's hospitals.
July 29, 2024 at 5:55 PM
July 29, 2024 at 2:46 PM
At least 8 people stabbed in 'major incident' near Liverpool
"Armed police have detained a male and seized a knife. He has been taken to a police station," Merseyside Police said in a statement.
July 29, 2024 at 2:46 PM
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Keir Starmer becomes UK PM as Tories suffer record defeat in huge Labour landslide
A change election in the United Kingdom has taken place as the center-left Labour Party won a huge landslide, putting an end to the 14-year rule of the Tories.
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The staggering science and art behind Wimbledon's legendary grass courts
Neil Stubley, head of courts and horticulture at Wimbledon, is responsible for the battlefield that some of the most epic matches in tennis lore have ever been played on.
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Traditional innovation: The history and evolution of fashion at Wimbledon
Wimbledon, renowned for being as steeped in tradition as it is drenched in history, may not seem like it changes much from year to year.
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Keir Starmer takes over as UK prime minister
Keir Starmer is Britain’s new prime minister after a landslide victory ending over 14 years of conservative party rule. Wall Street Journal U.K. Bureau chief David Luhnow joins to discuss the win.
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UK elects new prime minister
Labour Party leader Kier Starmer’s victory marks the end of 14 years of Conservative leadership.
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Britain's Conservative Party ousted after 14 years, marking big victory for Labour
After 14 years in power with five consecutive prime ministers, the U.K.'s Conservative Party was voted out of power on Thursday, ceding control to Labour.
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Making sense of a historic British election
The UK could be on the verge of electing a center-left government, a groundbreaking decision given the country's conservative history in politics.
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Colorado Monolith latest in weird structures found across the globe
Just days after the removal of a mysterious monolith near Las Vegas, another one was discovered in northern Colorado. Many suspect that they are the work of pranksters.
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By the Numbers: UK debt
A look at the numbers behind the families and individuals being denied loans and credit by banks.
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Taylor Swift says she is 'swooning' over Travis Kelce's tour debut: See photos
See the best moment's from Taylor Swift's three-night run at London's Wembley Stadium.
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls UK snap election for July 4
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a general election, which could signal an end to his Conservative Party’s 14 years of power.
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Why British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak moved election to July 4, according to expert
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a general election, which could signal an end to his Conservative Party’s 14 years of power.
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Radio Caroline, the pirate radio station broadcasting from sea, turns 60 years old
A circle of swashbuckling radio enthusiasts in the United Kingdom who have kept the rogue seaborne radio station, Radio Caroline, afloat now for the past 60 long years.
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Skydivers fly high above London’s Tower Bridge
Two Red Bull skydivers wearing wingsuits dove through an opening just 115 feet in the air at over 150 miles per hour before pulling up and deploying their parachutes to land safely.
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14-year-old dead, 4 injured after stabbing in London
The incident took place around the Thurlow Gardens area in east London.
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Boy, 14, dies after man with sword stabs multiple people near London tube station
A man has been arrested after driving a car into a home in east London before getting out and attacking members of the public with a sword, according to police.
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2 of the 4 horses that broke free in central London had surgery, British Army says
Four horses -- and at least one of them soaked in blood -- caused chaos across central London on Wednesday morning after breaking free in Westminster, officials said.
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UK approves controversial bill to send some asylum-seekers to Rwanda
Deportation flights are expected to begin in July as the U.K. approves a bill to send some asylum-seekers to Rwanda.
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What the new trans care recommendations from the NHS England report mean
A new report from the National Health Service England’s Dr. Hilary Cass advocates for further research on gender-affirming care for transgender youth and young adults.
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UK prime minister welcomes report on youth gender care
The new report said that medical evidence underlying gender care for adolescents is “remarkably weak.”
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AI may trigger 'job apocalypse' cutting 8 million positions, study shows
AI could herald a "job apocalypse," the study said.
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Monolith mystery reemerges in Wales, prompting speculation of space aliens
A newly discovered 10-foot-tall silver monolith on a muddy bluff in Wales has reignited wild speculation on its origin.
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'Complete mystery' as 1,800-year-old ancient Roman statue dug up in UK parking lot
A mysterious 1,800-year-old Roman statue has been discovered by a construction worker while he was digging up a parking lot.
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Bitcoin soars to record high following UK approval of crypto asset
The price of the cryptocurrency surpassed $72,000 on Monday.
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6 months ago
Prince Harry suffers legal defeat in fight for security in UK
Harry recently returned to the U.K. to see King Charles, who is battling cancer.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Why 'Mary Poppins' just got a new film rating in the UK
"Mary Poppins" has received a new rating in the United Kingdom due to "discriminatory language" used in the film.
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9 injured in 'corrosive substance' attack in London
Police are investigating the "corrosive substance" attack in south London.
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