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Migrants anxious about new UK-France deal, but Channel crossings persist

Just one week after the UK-France migration agreement came into force, uncertainty and fear are spreading among migrants stranded on the northern French coast. Despite increased pressure, clandestine Channel crossings continue. On the streets of Calais, 30-year-old Adnan (name changed) scrolls through......

UK protest over Palestine action ban aims to double turnout

Organisers of protests supporting the banned group Palestine Action have announced plans for a larger demonstration in London on 6 September, aiming to recruit 1,000 participants—double the previous turnout. Last Saturday, 532 people were arrested at Parliament Square for holding placards opposing......

UK police to release suspects’ ethnicity and nationality amid disinformation concerns

The UK government has announced new guidance encouraging police forces to disclose the ethnicity and nationality of suspects when they are charged in high-profile or sensitive cases. Policing Minister Diana Johnson emphasized that while releasing this information could help counter disinformation, it......

UK accelerates deportation program for convicted foreign nationals

The UK government has announced an expansion of its deportation program for convicted foreign nationals, extending its reach to 15 additional countries, bringing the total to 23. The policy, known as "deport now, appeal later," allows deportation without waiting for foreign nationals to serve......

UK urges Israel to reconsider Gaza control plan amid humanitarian crisis

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged Israel on Friday to reverse its plan to take control of Gaza City, calling the move "wrong" and warning it would exacerbate the ongoing conflict. “This action will do nothing to end this conflict or secure the release of the hostages,”......

UK detains first migrants under new Franco-British treaty to curb channel crossings

LONDON, August 7, 2025 – The UK Home Office announced Thursday that it has detained the first migrants arriving by small boats who are set to be returned to France under the newly implemented Franco-British treaty aimed at reducing dangerous Channel crossings. According to an official statement,......

UK bans Zara ads over 'unhealthily thin' models

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned two advertisements by Spanish fashion giant Zara, citing the depiction of models who appeared "unhealthily thin." The regulator criticized the images as "irresponsible" and in breach of social responsibility guidelines. Details......

UK's 1721 recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara reshapes geopolitical stakes

The United Kingdom’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara dates back to the Treaty of Friendship of 1721, signed in Fez during the reign of King George I. This historic agreement explicitly acknowledged Sultan Moulay Ismail as the ruler of Morocco, including territories now known......

Muhammad tops baby name rankings in England and Wales as diversity reshapes trends

New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that “Muhammad” has retained its position as the most popular baby name for boys in England and Wales, reflecting the nation’s growing multicultural identity. A name of growing prominence In 2024, 5,721 boys were named......