Heatwave linked to more than 10,000 excess deaths in Europe
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
Europe recorded more than 10,000 excess deaths during the late-June heatwave, EuroMOMO data show, with more than 9,000 involving people aged 65 and over.
Keir Starmer quits as UK prime minister, Burnham tipped to take over
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as UK prime minister, opening the way for Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and Britain’s seventh prime minister since the Brexit vote.
UK Indo‑Pacific Minister Advances UK-Thailand Strategic Partnership, Highlights Growing AI Collaboration
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026
26 May 2026, Bangkok, Thailand: The United Kingdom deepened its long‑standing Strategic Partnership with Thailand as UK Indo‑Pacific Minister, Seema Malhotra, made her first official visit to the country this week.
Why People Are Travelling to Thailand for Addiction Treatment
FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026
For millions struggling with addiction, the path to recovery can feel obstructed at every turn. In countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, healthcare systems, though structured differently, present their own formidable barriers.
UK and France reject US blockade role in Strait of Hormuz
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
Britain and France have ruled out joining the US blockade of Iranian ports, instead backing a separate effort to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Western powers boost air-defence support for Gulf allies after Iranian missile and drone attacks
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026
The United States, Australia, France and the UK are stepping up support for Gulf partners after Iran launched missiles and drones at targets in the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar, prompting fresh air-defence deployments and patrols.