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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The Wanted's Max George says 'it's a blessing' in new health update

Max George of The Wanted shares his positive outlook on his heart condition and his efforts to raise awareness about heart health following his recovery.

Feb 27 • 06:49 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

How will the line of succession change after the exclusion of former Prince Andrew?

The recent arrest and release of Prince Andrew has raised significant questions about the future of the British monarchy and its line of succession.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I tried iconic British burger chain — there was one thing missing

A review of Wimpy, the iconic British burger chain, reveals a nostalgic experience with disappointing food.

Feb 27 • 04:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

'Princesa' returns to Retiro after her disappearance: the park's most popular cat was taken by a British couple

The popular Retiro Park cat, Princesa, returns home after being taken by a British couple, highlighting regulations on the protection of community cats in Spain.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Emmerdale actor died following a wild sexual act – Family's devastating statement

Actor Michael Barron, known for his roles in British shows Hollyoaks and Emmerdale, tragically died at 38 due to an extreme sexual stunt gone wrong.

Feb 27 • 04:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

TUI, Jet2, British Airways, EasyJet and Ryanair rules on bringing alcohol onboard

This article outlines the varying rules regarding bringing alcohol on board flights with major UK airlines such as TUI, Jet2, British Airways, EasyJet, and Ryanair, particularly for the upcoming school holidays.

Feb 27 • 04:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

"Transparency International": Russia evades sanctions through British Overseas Territories

A Transparency International report reveals that over 90% of transactions bypassing sanctions are conducted via the British Virgin Islands and Bermuda, highlighting their role in facilitating Russian exports.

Feb 27 • 02:24 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Kelowna business community pushes back against province’s proposed PST expansion

The Kelowna business community strongly opposes a proposed expansion of the provincial sales tax (PST) in British Columbia that would increase operational costs for local businesses.

Feb 27 • 01:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Shakira is rumored to be dating an actor from 'Emily in Paris'

Shakira is reportedly dating British actor Lucien Laviscount, known for his role in 'Emily in Paris.'

Feb 27 • 01:33 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘It’s priceless’: WWE Hall of Fame ring stolen in Lloydminster break-in

A WWE Hall of Fame ring belonging to the late British Bulldog was stolen during a break-in in Lloydminster, Alberta, highlighting the personal loss felt by the wrestling community.

Feb 27 • 01:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Sports

Hungary is Coming: What Happened to 'Checo'?

Sergio Pérez faced another disappointing performance at the British Grand Prix, leading to criticism from Red Bull's Christian Horner over his failure to score points.

Feb 27 • 00:07 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fans say goodbye to Liam Payne at the hotel where he died: 'I'm in shock, I live five blocks away'

Fans are mourning the death of British musician Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel in Buenos Aires, at a memorial site outside the hotel.

Feb 26 • 23:55 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Pembina Pipeline green-lights 2 projects in B.C. and Alberta, reports dip in Q4 earnings

Pembina Pipeline Corp. has approved two pipeline expansion projects in British Columbia and Alberta despite reporting a decline in fourth-quarter earnings.

Feb 26 • 23:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

British series 'Sweetpea' and Bruce Willis: what to watch on TV and streaming this Friday

The article discusses various TV shows and streaming options available for viewing, including the British series 'Sweetpea', which focuses on a young woman overcoming personal struggles.

Feb 26 • 21:39 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bloomberg: Record number of Americans applying for British citizenship

The number of Americans seeking British citizenship reached an all-time high in 2025, driven by various factors including immigration policies and social conditions.

Feb 26 • 21:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Rob Grant, co-creator of the British sci-fi series Red Dwarf, has died

Rob Grant, known for co-creating the British sci-fi series Red Dwarf, has passed away.

Feb 26 • 21:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

2026 British LGBT Awards: Alan Carr and Amanda Holden lead star-studded shortlist

The 2026 British LGBT Awards will feature a star-studded shortlist including Alan Carr and Amanda Holden, celebrating LGBTQ+ visibility in the UK.

Feb 26 • 20:31 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Swede arrested – suspected of killing tourist in Thailand with karate punch

A Swedish man in his 25s has been arrested in Phuket for allegedly causing the death of a British tourist with a karate chop during a dispute that began over a traffic incident.

Feb 26 • 20:25 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Crime & Justice

B.C. man acquitted of smuggling drugs back into Canada that first left in his rectum

A British Columbia man was acquitted of drug smuggling charges after the judge ruled he was unaware of the drugs in his possession due to fentanyl withdrawal symptoms.

Feb 26 • 20:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The author of Red Dwarf has died

The author of the influential British sci-fi comedy series 'Red Dwarf' has passed away.

Feb 26 • 19:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

British paper praises Stubb: Tall, agile, and frighteningly in good shape

The Economist has highlighted Finnish President Alexander Stubb's impressive attributes and significant role on the international stage.

Feb 26 • 19:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Brit 'traitor' fighting for Putin in Ukraine gets huge reward for 'loyalty to Russia'

A British man named Ben Stimson, fighting for Russia in Ukraine, has been rewarded with a Russian passport for his actions, despite being previously labeled a traitor.

Feb 26 • 18:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rob Grant dead: Red Dwarf legend passes away suddenly as shocked stars pay tribute

Rob Grant, co-creator of the iconic British sitcom 'Red Dwarf', has died suddenly at the age of 70, prompting tributes from fellow stars and fans alike.

Feb 26 • 18:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

This is the shocking sex game that killed Emmerdale actor

British actor Michael Barron died aged 38 during a BDSM-related sexual encounter when his partner accidentally strangled him.

Feb 26 • 18:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Prokopios Pavlopoulos: Contribution to the legal documentation of Greece's compelling arguments for the definitive 'repatriation' of the Parthenon Sculptures

Former Greek President Prokopios Pavlopoulos emphasizes the increasing global recognition of Greece's legal claims for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures during a speech at an event advocating for their repatriation.

Feb 26 • 18:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

MPs condemn hosting of Tommy Robinson by Trump administration

British MPs have criticized the Trump administration for hosting far-right activist Tommy Robinson, raising concerns about foreign interference in UK politics.

Feb 26 • 18:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Documents Related to the Appointment of the British Ambassador Linked to Epstein Will Be Released

The UK government has agreed with police to release documents related to the appointment of former US Ambassador Peter Mandelson following his arrest on suspicion of abuse of power linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 26 • 18:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Europe's pretty city where you feel like you're actually in a national park

Oslo, Norway, has been ranked the greenest city in Europe, reflecting a growing trend among Britons seeking eco-friendly travel options.

Feb 26 • 17:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits 'stranded abroad' fury as ministers berated over new travel rules

A group of Labour MPs in the UK has expressed anger over new travel rules that force British citizens abroad to pay expensive fees to re-enter the country.

Feb 26 • 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

United Kingdom: Will the major British museums charge admission fees in the future?

British museums in London, historically free to the public, may soon start charging admission fees due to financial pressures.

Feb 26 • 16:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brit fined £20,000 after being stopped driving Aston Martin on German autobahn

A British man was fined nearly £20,000 for failing to properly declare his Aston Martin while driving through Germany.

Feb 26 • 15:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Britain: Officers stole money from migrants – The amount amounts to hundreds of thousands

Six British immigration officers have been accused of stealing cash and property valued at hundreds of thousands of pounds from migrants arriving in small boats in the UK.

Feb 26 • 15:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

British-Danish couple say new UK passport rules may separate them from children

A British-Danish couple fears they may be separated from their children at Copenhagen airport due to new UK passport rules affecting dual nationals.

Feb 26 • 14:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

British universities test foreign students' language skills with Duolingo

Increasing numbers of British universities are using the Duolingo app to assess the language skills of foreign students, according to Financial Times.

Feb 26 • 14:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Zakharova: The deployment of British troops in Ukraine will prolong, not end, the war

Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, argues that the presence of British troops in Ukraine will extend the conflict rather than resolve it, contradicting UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's perspective.

Feb 26 • 14:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The end of 'the fence': starting in April, Gibraltar joins the Schengen area without renouncing its sovereignty

Gibraltar will join the Schengen zone in April, allowing free movement while maintaining its British sovereignty and adhering to EU regulations as per the new post-Brexit agreement.

Feb 26 • 14:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

109 Years Ago, Grandfather Gave 35 Thousand War Loan to the British, Now Grandson Claims Crores

A businessman from Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, alleges that his grandfather loaned ₹35,000 to the British government during World War I, a claim he is now pursuing for compensation.

Feb 26 • 14:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

British immigration officials accused of stealing money from migrants

Six British immigration officials are accused of money laundering and other offenses related to misconduct between 2021 and 2022.

Feb 26 • 13:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

British Winter Olympians push for greater TV coverage after Milano Cortina 2026 success

British Winter Olympians are advocating for increased television coverage of winter sports in the UK following their historic success at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics.

Feb 26 • 13:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

British Reading Promotion: How to Get Children to Read Again?

The article discusses Britain's efforts to combat declining reading interest among children, highlighting the cultural and economic factors contributing to this trend.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

British Reading Promotion: How to Bring Children Back to Reading?

The article discusses the decreasing interest in reading among young people in the UK and efforts to reengage them through initiatives like the Booker Prize for children’s literature.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Race against time in desperate search for British schoolgirl, 7, swept out to sea in Morocco

The search for a missing seven-year-old British girl, Inaayah Makda, who was swept out to sea in Morocco, is expected to be suspended due to adverse weather conditions.

Feb 26 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

UK's delicate deal to get Bayeux Tapestry loaned from France - diplomatic coup or cultural gamble?

The UK prepares for the loan of the Bayeux Tapestry from France for exhibition at the British Museum, sparking discussions on cultural diplomacy and national pride.

Feb 26 • 13:08 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

B.C. man cured of rare disease in world-first for new gene-editing technology

A British Columbia man has become the first person cured of a rare genetic disease through a groundbreaking gene-editing treatment known as prime editing.

Feb 26 • 12:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kos: Complaint about a burglary with loot of 100,000 British pounds and 30,000 euros

An 84-year-old woman reported a burglary at her home in Kos, where thieves stole 100,000 British pounds and 30,000 euros.

Feb 26 • 12:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I quit UK for France after commute left me in tears – people shouldn't have to work 9-5'

A British man shares his emotional journey leaving the UK for France, highlighting the detrimental effects of the 9-to-5 working culture.

Feb 26 • 11:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"He knows he's a pervert": King Charles "hates" his brother Andrew, according to Stéphane Bern

Stéphane Bern revealed on RTL that King Charles III has a deep-seated animosity towards his brother, Prince Andrew, whom he perceives as a 'pervert.'

Feb 26 • 11:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

People urged to learn important life skill by scanning QR code in new scheme

A new initiative by Royal Mail and the British Heart Foundation encourages the public to learn CPR by scanning a QR code on parcel lockers.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

THE UNWANTED PRICE ⟩ The death of 34-year-old British lip king has raised suspicion in the police

The suspicious death of Jordan James Parke, a British figure known as the 'lip king', has prompted an investigation by police.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Police apologize to British Speaker after Mandelson's arrest

The Metropolitan Police have apologized to the British Speaker after sensitive information leaked to the media led to the arrest of Peter Mandelson.

Feb 26 • 10:54 UTC

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