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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
A Police officer stands at the scene in Leicester Square, as a man was arrested with the accusation of stabbing an 11-year-old girl and 34-year-old woman, in London, Aug. 12, 2024.
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
Britain's King Charles III smiles during his speech as he attends the inaugural King's Foundation charity awards at St James's Palace in London, June 11, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, Pool, File)
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
Police officers patrol the streets of Hartlepool, England following a violent protest, July 31, 2024.
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
VIDEO: Wave of unrest expected in the UK tonight
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
FILE - Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street to attend the weekly Prime Ministers' Questions session in parliament in London, July 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, File)
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
FILE - Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street to attend the weekly Prime Ministers' Questions session in parliament in London, July 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, File)
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
Riot police officers push back anti-migration protesters outside the Holiday Inn Express Hotel which is housing asylum seekers, on August 4, 2024, in Rotherham, U.K. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
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
VIDEO: Britain's new Prime Minister condemns far-right violence
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
Fire extinguishers are used on police officers as trouble flares during an anti-immigration protest outside the Holiday Inn Express in Rotherham, England, Sunday Aug. 4, 2024. (Danny Lawson/PA via AP)
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
A man is detained by police officers during a protest in Nottingham, England Market Square on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, following Monday's stabbing attacks in Southport, in which three young children were killed. (Jacob King/PA via AP)
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
Protesters scuffle with police during the "Enough is Enough" protest in Whitehall, London, Wednesday July 31, 2024, following the fatal stabbing of three children at a Taylor Swift-themed summer holiday dance and yoga class on Monday in Southport. (Jordan Pettitt/PA via AP)
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
Tributes to the victims are left by wellwishers on July 30, 2024 in Southport, England.
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
Riot police hold back protesters after disorder broke out on July 30, 2024 in Southport, England.
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
VIDEO: 2 kids dead, 11 people hurt in stabbing attack at Taylor Swift dance event in UK
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
Police officers and forensic personnel put up a fence on Hart Street in Southport, northwest England, on July 29, 2024, following a knife attack.
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
VIDEO: 3 children dead after stabbing at Taylor Swift-themed event in England
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
Police secure the area, where a man has been detained and a knife has been seized after a number of people were injured in a reported stabbing, in Southport, Merseyside, England, Monday July 29, 2024.
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
VIDEO: 2 children dead, 9 injured in UK stabbing attack
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
VIDEO: Man arrested after at least 8 people stabbed, including children: Police
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
VIDEO: 17-year-old arrested after 8 injured in UK stabbing spree
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
VIDEO: At least 8 people stabbed in 'major incident' near Liverpool
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Britain's incoming Prime Minister Keir Starmer and leader of the Labour Party, and his wife Victoria pose on the steps of 10 Downing Street in London, July 5, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Hawk-Eye markers on Court 18 at Wimbledon on June 24, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 27: Novak Djokovic of Serbia greets Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during practice on centre court prior to The Championships Wimbledon 2024 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 27, 2024 in London, England.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Keir Starmer takes over as UK prime minister
1 month ago

UK elects new prime minister

Labour Party leader Kier Starmer’s victory marks the end of 14 years of Conservative leadership.
1 month ago
VIDEO: UK elects new prime minister
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
British opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer speaks during a Labour general election campaign event, in Clay Cross, Britain July 2, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Brexit politics and the dynamics around it
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Colorado Monolith latest in weird structures found across the globe
2 months ago

By the Numbers: UK debt

A look at the numbers behind the families and individuals being denied loans and credit by banks.
2 months ago
VIDEO: By the Numbers: UK debt
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Wembley Stadium on June 21, 2024 in London.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks during a press conference at Downing Street in London, April 22, 2024.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a general election, which could signal an end to his Conservative Party’s 14 years of power.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Caroline Stuck on the Goodwin Sands. Caroline runs aground and being battered in the North Sea in 1991.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Skydivers fly high above London’s Tower Bridge
4 months ago

14-year-old dead, 4 injured after stabbing in London

The incident took place around the Thurlow Gardens area in east London.
4 months ago
The incident took place around the Thurlow Gardens area in east London.
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
The area in London where police say a man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and two police officers on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in the east London community of Hainault before being arrested.
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
Two horses on the loose bolt through the streets of London near Aldwych, on April 24, 2024.
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks during a press conference at Downing Street in London, April 22, 2024.
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
A photograph taken on April 10, 2024, in London, shows the entrance of the NHS Tavistock center, where the Tavistock Clinic hosted the Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS) for children until March 28, 2024.
4 months ago

UK prime minister welcomes report on youth gender care

The new report said that medical evidence underlying gender care for adolescents is “remarkably weak.”
4 months ago
The new report said that medical evidence underlying gender care for adolescents is “remarkably weak.”
5 months ago

AI may trigger 'job apocalypse' cutting 8 million positions, study shows

AI could herald a "job apocalypse," the study said.
5 months ago
An office is seen in an undated stock photo.
5 months ago

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.
5 months ago
A mysterious, roughly 10-foot-tall silver metal monolith was discovered on a muddy bluff in Wales by hiker Craig Muir.
5 months ago

'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.
5 months ago
A mysterious 1,800-year-old Roman statue has been discovered by a construction worker while he was digging up a parking lot in the United Kingdom.
5 months ago

Bitcoin soars to record high following UK approval of crypto asset

The price of the cryptocurrency surpassed $72,000 on Monday.
5 months ago
Bitcoin cryptocurrency logo is displayed on a mobile phone.
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
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex departs the Rolls Building of the High Court after giving evidence during the Mirror Group phone hacking trial in London, June 6, 2023.
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.
6 months ago
Scene from "Mary Poppins."
7 months ago

9 injured in 'corrosive substance' attack in London

Police are investigating the "corrosive substance" attack in south London.
7 months ago
Police are investigating the "corrosive substance" attack in south London.
7 months ago

Idris Elba helps launch a new campaign to combat UK knife crime

The UK has seen a surge in knife crime in recent years with many of the victims being teenage boys.
7 months ago
The UK has seen a surge in knife crime in recent years with many of the victims being teenage boys.